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Aquatic
Bowen
Cranio-Sacral
Deep Muscle
Feldenkrais
Kinesiology
La Stone

Lomi Lomi
Myofascial
Neuromuscular
Rolfing
Shiatsu
Sports
Swedish
Thai
Tui Na
Watsu

Aquatic                                                                                                                                                                            
This therapy is delivered in a warm pool pf approx 35oc (96of).   The therapy combines a range of techniques including Watsu and uses the combination of warm water, low gravity and slow movement to facilitate motion and traction of the joints.  ..

Bowen                                                                                                                                                                              
Developed by Australian Tom Bowen, this is a very gentle therapy that uses a sequence of small, gentle movements at specific sites on the body to empower the body's own healing resources.  This technique is very effective, using a light, cross-fibre manoeuvre of  muscles, tendons or ligaments, and frequently results in fast and lasting relief from pain and discomfort. .

Cranio-Sacral                                                                                                                                                                                                                      
This is a gentle, hands-on method used to evaluate and improve the function of the body's physiological system.  Therapists focus on the membranes and cerebro-spinal fluid surrounding and protecting the brain and spinal cord - referred to as the "cranio-sacral system"  A very soft touch is applied (generally no more than the weight of a small coin) to improve the functionality of the nervous system through the release of restrictions in the system. 

Deep Muscle                                                                                                                                                                   
This deep form of bodywork helps to release myofascial ( ) restrictions in the body. It successfully relieves chronic tension, can increase the range of motion and improve posture.  Connective tissue massage is used to normalise the tissue and restore both length and flexibility to the fascia and bring about greater health through the fascial system.

FeldenKrais                                                                                                                                                                     
Feldenkrais focuses on awareness through movement.  The therapist guides the client through a series of manipulative sequences consisting of information, action and response to re-establish appropriate neuromotor patterning and balance.

Kinesiology                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 It is a chiropractic method introduced in 1964,  in which practitioners also examine structural factors such as posture, gait and lifestyle. Kinesiology is used to improve digestion, energy, sports performance and to ease back and joint pain, allergies, asthma, depression and headaches.  It uses a "muscle testing" approach  in diagnosis, and emphasizes the role of the brain, spine, and nerves in the restoration of balance to the body's skeletal structure.

La Stone                                                                                                                                                                           
La Stone massage therapy focuses on achieving physical healing, mental relaxation and a spiritual connection to earth energy.  It utilises stones of all shapes, sizes and varying temperatures.  .Warm stones encourage the exchange of blood and lymph and provide soothing heat for deep-tissue work. Cold stones aid with inflammation, moving blood out of the area and balancing energies.  Stones are placed in varying positions on the body for energy balancing or at specific trigger-points.  By alternating heat and cold (ranging from 0-140 degrees),  the therapist aims to bring the entire body into the healing process through a rapid exchange of blood and oxygen and alternating rise and fall of respiration rate. 

Lomi Lomi                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
Lomi Lomi is Hawaiian for rub-rub, and follows a system of massage that utilizes very large, broad movements. Two-handed forearm and elbow application of strokes, are used to cover a broad area, while oils are used in the application of cross-fibre friction techniques.  These are characteristic of the Hawaiian technique - Lomi Lomi.  While this system of massage is similar to Swedish massage, the practitioner often uses the forearm and the elbow in the application of pressure, and uses prayer and the acknowledgment of the existence of a higher power as an integral part of the massage technique.

Myofascial                                                                                                                                                                       
This is a slow and subtle technique used to release fascia and muscle through appropriate tension on the soft tissue throughout the body.  The therapist uses light to moderate traction and a twisting approach to achieve the required/desired biomechanical and reflex change.

Neuromuscular                                                                                                                                                                                                                         
This therapy uses a a combination of effleurage (gliding) petrissage (grasping), friction, muscle energy, and strain/counter-strain techniques to achieve the desired massage benefit.

Rolfing                                                                                                                                                                          
Rolfing is a modality that is used to reorganize the whole body and create a greater sense of mobility.  It uses physical manipulation and movement awareness to bring about vertical alignment of the head, shoulders, thorax, pelvis and legs.  This therapy can be considered as a three-step process using palpation, discrimination and integration.  Palpation - touching and feeling the tissue for imbalances in texture, quality and temperature as a means to determine where the work is required.   Discrimination - separating facial layers that adhere or muscles that have been pulled out of position by strain/injury.  Integration - bringing about physical balance in the gravitational field as a result of an improved relationship between the bodies segments.

Shiatsu                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     
Shiatsu is a finger-pressure technique developed in Japan, that utilises traditional acupuncture points of Oriental healing. It is similar to acupressure, concentrating on unblocking the flow of life energy to promote self-healing and restore balance in the meridians and organs.   Practitioners apply pressure with the finger, thumb, palm, elbow or knee to specific zones on the skin located along the energy meridians. This treatment provides pain relief and a strengthening of resistance to disease and disorder. 

Sports                                                                                                                                                                               
This therapy focuses on specific components designed to reduce injuries and alleviate inflammation. It can also provide warm-up treatment for amateur and professional athletes.  Pre-event massage is usually delivered up to one hour prior to the event and provides for a brief and invigorating treatment over approximately 20 minutes. Post-event massage is on the other hand is designed to be calming and relaxing.  It focuses on easing pain, soreness and inflammation through increased blood and oxygen to effected body areas and the flushing out of metabolic waste products built up during heavy muscle use.

Swedish                                                                                                                                                                       
This therapy is one of the most commonly taught and well-known massage techniques, which uses a vigorous system of treatment that is designed to energize the body by stimulating circulation.  Five basic strokes are used (all flowing toward the heart) to manipulate the soft tissues of the body.  A combination of kneading, rolling, vibration, percussive and tapping movements are used.  Oil is applied during treatment to reduce friction on the skin. Swedish massage offers many benefits which include relaxation, reduction of scar tissue adhesions and improved circulation for healing and reduce swelling from injury.

Thai                                                                                                                                                                                  
Thai Massage is based on the theory that the body is made up of 72,000 energy lines, of which 10 are considered as highly important.  The massage is practiced a firm floor mat with the client fully clothed (with the exception of the feet).  The technique makes effective use of the practitioners body-weight and involves peripheral stimulation along the sen (energy lines) as a means to bring about very specific internal results.  

Tui Na                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     
This is a Chinese massage that can be used alone or in combination with other treatments to relieve pain, relax muscular tension and improve circulation. The therapy specifically focuses on the meridians and the flow of "chi" and may include acupressure as well as pushing or grasping strokes to the muscles.

Watsu                                                                                                                                                                           
This therapy combines both water therapy and the Shiatsu modality (WATer + shiatSU)   It takes its Shiatsu focus on the use of stretches to release blockages along meridians or channels through which Chi (life force) flows.  The combination of this approach in a water environment is based on the view that the effects of shiatsu are amplified or more profound when stretching occurs while floating in warm water, as the whole body is supported, rocking and moving while stretching,  Hence Watsu is considered to lessen the resistance experienced when a limb is worked in isolation.