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Traditional Thai Yoga Massage
What is Traditional Thai Yoga Massage?
Traditional Thai Yoga Massage is an ancient healing art, which has its roots in India and is widely used in Thailand and Western countries today. It concentrates on an energy line system through which the body's natural life force (prana) flows. Blockages in this life force may cause aches, pains and dis-ease.
The massage is applied through the therapist’s use of hands, feet and elbows to apply pressure to important points along the energy lines, in combination with gentle stretching and applied hatha yoga. This releases blocked energy and frees the body’s own natural healing potential, thus restoring balance, health and harmony.
The gentle stretching movements, energy line and pressure point work produces a uniquely relaxing yet energising and highly effective therapeutic treatment, ideal for anyone regardless of their level of flexibility.
What should I do before a massage?
Please ensure you wear loose, warm and comfortable clothing, so as not to restrict movement during the massage.
Avoid having a large meal in the two hours before the treatment.
What happens when I come for a massage?
Initially, a detailed case history is taken to identify any medical problems or symptoms. The treatment is performed on a floor mat - you will remain fully clothed during the massage.
The massage is applied according to your own needs and bodily challenges & takes into account your 'prakriti' or Ayurvedic constitution.
How long is the massage?
Thai Yoga Massage can be performed in a minimum of 1½ hours, but a longer, more extensive massage is performed in 2 hours (recommended). In both massages, the whole body is treated, starting at the feet by limbering, relaxing and preparing the body in a logical sequence of stretches and postures.
How will I feel after the massage?
Thai Yoga Massage usually leaves the receiver feeling energised, calm and centred.
There may be some temporary healing reactions as toxins and emotions are released and the body’s energy rebalances, although most people feel an increased sense of well-being.
What conditions can Thai Yoga Massage treat?
Regardless of whether you receive a Thai Yoga Massage for healing or relaxation purposes, Thai Yoga Massage has an overall therapeutic effect, improving suppleness, flexibility and joint mobility, and releasing tension to help bring well-being and vitality to the body. It can provide relief from aches, pains, stiffness and stress, as well as improve circulation, strengthen the immune system and help aid digestion and elimination.
Changes within the physical, mental and emotional body take place over a period of time and therefore Thai Yoga massage is particularly beneficial when received as a course of treatment.
How can it help?
Some examples of the conditions Thai Yoga Massage can treat are:
- Back pain / sciatica
- Respiratory problems such as asthma & bronchitis
- Digestive disorders
- Menstrual problems & irregularities
- Headaches / migraines
- Neck / shoulder pain
- Insomnia
- Circulatory problems
- Depression & anxiety
- Stress & tension
- Tiredness & low energy levels
During Pregnancy....
• Alleviation of morning sickness
• Keeping blood pressure levels balanced
• Coping with the bodily/emotional changes
• Soothing nerves & calming sensitivity
• Allowing “time-out” for the mother-to-be
• Cultivating the relationship between mother & child
• Giving a greater chance of labour starting naturally
About Abhijeeta
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I grew up in Australia and from a young age I had a strong interest in health, meditation and complementary therapies.
I read many books on spirituality in my teenage years with a strong feeling that there must be more to understand about life. I was curious to learn and understand what all this ‘mysterious’, ‘esoteric’ stuff was about. I learnt Transcendental Meditation at the age of 19 and began practising meditation daily. Later, my path led me to yoga....
In 1995 I began practising yoga regularly - I began to know my Self and have a real understanding of my life purpose.
The close links Yoga has to traditional Thai yoga massage prompted me to learn this ancient form of massage and in 2001 I qualified in this art, having completed advanced training at the London School of Thai Yoga Massage. I have never experienced any massage that quite matches the powerful effects that Thai Yoga Massage brings, which is why am so passionate about it and why I choose to practice only this form of massage.
In October 2002 I began teaching yoga and completed the Bihar School of Yoga (Satyananda Yoga™) Teaching Diploma in November 2003. I spent time studying yoga at the Bihar Yoga Bharati in Munger, India and regularly attend Satyananda Yoga programs for inspiration. I hold diplomas from the Bihar School of Yoga (India) and by the British Wheel of Yoga, the governing body for yoga in Britain.
I love teaching yoga and seeing the revitalizing, relaxing and transforming effects that yoga has on the students (and me!). I practice yoga daily and I believe that yoga is for everyone. It is my goal to pass on the ancient knowledge of yoga to my students, so they can experience the true spirit of yoga and begin to integrate some of this wisdom into their lives.
In 2004 I started Shiva Health in order to make yoga and Thai yoga massage more available to all.
In 2005 I was given the spiritual name 'Abhijeeta' by my guru, Swami Niranjanananda. A spiritual name represents the nature of spirit with which we can identify with. It brings to the surface the connection of an individual with the inner higher nature and recognises their potential. Every time we are called by our spiritual name, more power is invested in it.
For years I have held the vision of creating a space where people could come and reconnect, nurture themselves and rediscover the inner-balance that can be lost in our busy lives. I wanted a place that would be open and fun and would attract people with the same vision.
In 2006, this vision became a reality with the opening of Shiva Rooms in September 2006. Shiva Rooms is a space where these values aimed at promoting health and wellbeing, are harnessed by bringing together a community of like minded individuals. As well as offering all aspects of yoga practice: asanas (postures); pranayama (breathwork); Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation), meditation, shatkarmas (cleansing practices) and kirtan (mantra chanting), there are a host of holistic therapies, to include various workshops and courses to nurture mind, body and soul.
I look forward to sharing this space with you.
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Treatments
At Shiva Rooms ~ Kingston-Upon-Thames
Retreat from the stresses of home and work life. Relax, unwind and de-stress in the comfort and peaceful surroundings of Shiva Rooms. See contact us for directions to Shiva Rooms, Kingston.
Please note, that a deposit of £40 will be required on booking your treatment, the balance to be paid at your appointment.
Book a Treatment
To request a treatment, please download and complete the Medical Questionnaire Form and return to Shiva Health along with your deposit. Once received, Abhijeeta will contact you to arrange a convenient appointment time.