What is Thai massage?

Thai massage is a form of bodywork performed on a mat on the ground. Unlike classic western massage, the Thai massage client remains fully clothed. Thai massage includes a combination of compressions, thumb points along ‘Sen lines’, and assisted stretches to bring the client through a wholistic manual therapy treatment that regulates the nervous system as well as heals musculoskeletal and energetic ailments. Thai massage is an integral part of traditional Thai medicine that addresses the whole person, different from classical massage therapy which focuses on the musculoskeletal system. It was developed over many centuries in Thailand with the influences of the medicine practices of neighboring countries such as India and China (Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, etc). Thai massage has roots in Buddhism as Thailand is a Buddhist country.

My Thai massage treatments are nothing like a traditional massage therapy session. The are a blend of traditional northern Thai compression and stretch routine and intuitive guidance that we find together through a session. I include steamed herbal compresses that have many medicinal, anti inflammatory and calming qualities, locally made herbal salves and restorative music.

Pricing

$120/1 hr

$180/1.5 hr

$240/2 hr

I also offer package pricing which provides a significant discount for those who know they want continual treatments.

Three 1 hr sessions/$300 or ten 1 hr sessions/$800

Three 1.5 hr sessions/$450 or ten 1.5 hr sessions/$1300

Please note I do not accept tipping on top of service rates!

What should I wear?

Please wear stretchy or loose fitting clothing that is comfortable, covering, and that allows you to stretch and move easily. Natural fibers like cotton and linen are optimal. Dark colors or garments that you don’t mind getting discolored as the hot herb packs can sometimes stain white clothes. In Thai massage you will be assisted through a myriad of dynamic stretches and movements onamat on the ground. It’s important that you are fully clothed and fully comfortable!

Location

Sisters, Oregon

Once you schedule a session, I will give you instructions as to where my studio is.