BANYA SF

Now that your body has experienced the wonderful therapeutic effects of banya and is in an optional state for bodywork, your skin needs a deep cleansing. A body scrub is a perfect treatment with which to continue your journey, as it exfoliates and hydrates your skin, leaving it smooth and soft, ready to be nourished. Sugar-based scrubs are less abrasive than salt-based scrubs, and are recommended for sensitive skin. Organic white sugar, honey and sweet almond oil.

Your entire body is gently massaged with a loofah mitt and an application of our proprietary seaweed body gel.  In addition to exfoliating and hydrating the skin, this treatment increases blood circulation and brings the blood to the body surface.

Now that your body has experienced the wonderful therapeutic effects of banya and is in an optional state for bodywork, your skin needs a deep cleansing. A body scrub is a perfect treatment with which to continue your journey, as it exfoliates and hydrates your skin, leaving it smooth and soft, ready to be nourished. Sugar-based scrubs are less abrasive than salt-based scrubs, and are recommended for sensitive skin. Our propriatary blend, with a dash of cinnamon.

This fragrant treatment uses linens steeped in our proprietary blend of herbs, which envelope your body to detoxify and invigorate.

Mud has natural healing properties that have been utilized for centuries.  It stimulates blood flow underneath the skin and extracts toxins, leaving the skin feeling cleaner, softer, tighter and, thereby, more youthful.

Continue your journey with a body mask mixture to nourish the skin with healing heat, moisture, minerals and natural toning agents. a wrap is a detoxifying treatment that rids the body of toxins through metabolic stimulation. Red whine extract, organic brown sugar and dark chocolate.

Now that your body has experienced the wonderful therapeutic effects of banya and is in an optional state for bodywork, your skin needs a deep cleansing. A body scrub is a perfect treatment with which to continue your journey, as it exfoliates and hydrates your skin, leaving it smooth and soft, ready to be nourished. Sugar-based scrubs are less abrasive than salt-based scrubs, and are recommended for sensitive skin. Red whine extract, organic brown sugar and dark chocolate.

Now that your body has experienced the wonderful therapeutic effects of banya and is in an optional state for bodywork, your skin needs a deep cleansing. A body scrub is a perfect treatment with which to continue your journey, as it exfoliates and hydrates your skin, leaving it smooth and soft, ready to be nourished. Sugar-based scrubs are less abrasive than salt-based scrubs, and are recommended for sensitive skin. Our propriatary blend of Israeli Sea salt and almond oil.

More energizing and rigorous, Thai massage involves stretching and deep massage Generally speaking, practitioners of modern Thai massage operate on the theory that the body is permeated with "lom", or air, which is inhales into the lungs and which subsequently travels throughout the body along 72,000 pathways called "sen, or vessels.  Typically, therapists manipulate a handful of major sen lines by pressing certain points along the lines.  The sen originate at the navel and spread throughout the body to terminate at the orifices.  A significant part of the practice also includes yoga-like stretches which are intended to stimulate the sen and move lom through the body via a pumping action which is connected with the client's breathing. The theory of sen and lom is often translated into English as "meridians" and "energy".  While there are some superficial similarities to Chinese meridian theory, the Thai massage is markedly different as the sen are unconnected from the internal organs.

Swedish massage is the style that comes to mind when most people think about massage. It was developed in Stockholm centuries ago and is the most common and best-known type form of bodywork performed today. The goal is relaxing the entire body and this is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart. Additional techniques include circular pressure applied by the hands and palms, firm kneading, percussion-like tapping, bending and stretching. Lotion is often used to reduce friction and stimulate the skin. Swedish massage is exceptional for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension.

Swedish massage is the style that comes to mind when most people think about massage. It was developed in Stockholm centuries ago and is the most common and best-known type form of bodywork performed today. The goal is relaxing the entire body and this is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart. Additional techniques include circular pressure applied by the hands and palms, firm kneading, percussion-like tapping, bending and stretching. Lotion is often used to reduce friction and stimulate the skin. Swedish massage is exceptional for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension.

Swedish massage is the style that comes to mind when most people think about massage. It was developed in Stockholm centuries ago and is the most common and best-known type form of bodywork performed today. The goal is relaxing the entire body and this is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart. Additional techniques include circular pressure applied by the hands and palms, firm kneading, percussion-like tapping, bending and stretching. Lotion is often used to reduce friction and stimulate the skin. Swedish massage is exceptional for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension.

A massage for athletes Sports massage is geared toward athletes of every kind, from world-class professionals to weekend joggers. The particulars of the massage are specific to the athlete's sport of choice and are often focused on a particular troublesome area like a knee or shoulder. Aspects of massage are gaining popularity as useful components in a balanced training regimen. Sports massage can be used as a means to enhance pre-event preparation and reduce recovery time for maximum performance during training or after an event. Athletes have discovered that specially designed massage promotes flexibility, removes fatigue, improves endurance, helps prevent injuries, and prepares them to compete at their absolute best.

A massage for athletes Sports massage is geared toward athletes of every kind, from world-class professionals to weekend joggers. The particulars of the massage are specific to the athlete's sport of choice and are often focused on a particular troublesome area like a knee or shoulder. Aspects of massage are gaining popularity as useful components in a balanced training regimen. Sports massage can be used as a means to enhance pre-event preparation and reduce recovery time for maximum performance during training or after an event. Athletes have discovered that specially designed massage promotes flexibility, removes fatigue, improves endurance, helps prevent injuries, and prepares them to compete at their absolute best.

A massage for athletes Sports massage is geared toward athletes of every kind, from world-class professionals to weekend joggers. The particulars of the massage are specific to the athlete's sport of choice and are often focused on a particular troublesome area like a knee or shoulder. Aspects of massage are gaining popularity as useful components in a balanced training regimen. Sports massage can be used as a means to enhance pre-event preparation and reduce recovery time for maximum performance during training or after an event. Athletes have discovered that specially designed massage promotes flexibility, removes fatigue, improves endurance, helps prevent injuries, and prepares them to compete at their absolute best.

Japanese massage; energy meridians Shiatsu massage is a Japanese therapy that uses pressure applied with thumbs, fingers and palms to the same energy meridians as acupressure and incorporates stretching. It also uses techniques such as rolling, brushing, vibrating, grasping and, in one particular technique developed by Suzuki Yamamoto, pressure is applied with the feet on the person's back, legs and feet.

Japanese massage; energy meridians Shiatsu massage is a Japanese therapy that uses pressure applied with thumbs, fingers and palms to the same energy meridians as acupressure and incorporates stretching. It also uses techniques such as rolling, brushing, vibrating, grasping and, in one particular technique developed by Suzuki Yamamoto, pressure is applied with the feet on the person's back, legs and feet.

Japanese massage; energy meridians Shiatsu massage is a Japanese therapy that uses pressure applied with thumbs, fingers and palms to the same energy meridians as acupressure and incorporates stretching. It also uses techniques such as rolling, brushing, vibrating, grasping and, in one particular technique developed by Suzuki Yamamoto, pressure is applied with the feet on the person's back, legs and feet.

A treatment for hands and feet Reflexology is a branch of massage that focuses solely on the hands and feet. Originally developed as "zone therapy" in the early twentieth century, reflexology uses specifically targeted points on the extremities to send signals to the brain and balance the nervous system. A reflexologist stretches and moves the hands and feet, applying pressure on reflex areas that correspond to specific organs and other parts of the body. Endorphins are released throughout the entire body, reducing stress and returning the body to equilibrium. Reflexology has been known to provide relief from ailments such as tension headaches, arthritis, digestive issues and back pain.

A healing and relaxing treatment Hot Stone Massage melts away tension, eases muscle stiffness, and increases circulation and metabolism. Each 90 minute Hot Stone session features the placement of smooth, water-heated stones at key points on the body to allow for deeper relaxation of the muscles. Our professional massage therapists then incorporate a customized massage, with the use of hot stones, to create a healing and relaxing experience.

A wonderful massage for seniors Geriatric massage encompasses basic relaxation and stress relief. It's also a beneficial tool in fighting many of the symptoms of aging. Our professional massage therapists utilize specific geriatric massage procedures to increase blood circulation, combat depression, improve balance and flexibility, reduce the pain of arthritis, increase joint mobility, improve posture, and encourage overall well-being.

A wonderful massage for seniors Geriatric massage encompasses basic relaxation and stress relief. It's also a beneficial tool in fighting many of the symptoms of aging. Our professional massage therapists utilize specific geriatric massage procedures to increase blood circulation, combat depression, improve balance and flexibility, reduce the pain of arthritis, increase joint mobility, improve posture, and encourage overall well-being.

A wonderful massage for seniors Geriatric massage encompasses basic relaxation and stress relief. It's also a beneficial tool in fighting many of the symptoms of aging. Our professional massage therapists utilize specific geriatric massage procedures to increase blood circulation, combat depression, improve balance and flexibility, reduce the pain of arthritis, increase joint mobility, improve posture, and encourage overall well-being.

Targets knots and releases chronic muscle tension Deep tissue massage is similar to Swedish massage but is used to target knots and release chronic muscle tension. Other benefits include reducing inflammation and helping to eliminate scar tissue. The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons, and fascia (the protective layer surrounding muscles, bones and joints). Deep tissue massage uses strokes across the grain of the muscles, not with the grain as in Swedish massage. The more intense movements and techniques such as deep finger pressure may be slightly uncomfortable and cause soreness that lasts a couple of days before resulting in the desired relaxation and pain relief.

Targets knots and releases chronic muscle tension Deep tissue massage is similar to Swedish massage but is used to target knots and release chronic muscle tension. Other benefits include reducing inflammation and helping to eliminate scar tissue. The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons, and fascia (the protective layer surrounding muscles, bones and joints). Deep tissue massage uses strokes across the grain of the muscles, not with the grain as in Swedish massage. The more intense movements and techniques such as deep finger pressure may be slightly uncomfortable and cause soreness that lasts a couple of days before resulting in the desired relaxation and pain relief.

Targets knots and releases chronic muscle tension Deep tissue massage is similar to Swedish massage but is used to target knots and release chronic muscle tension. Other benefits include reducing inflammation and helping to eliminate scar tissue. The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons, and fascia (the protective layer surrounding muscles, bones and joints). Deep tissue massage uses strokes across the grain of the muscles, not with the grain as in Swedish massage. The more intense movements and techniques such as deep finger pressure may be slightly uncomfortable and cause soreness that lasts a couple of days before resulting in the desired relaxation and pain relief.

Aromatherapy not only smells good, but can benefit your health in many ways Some aromatherapy benefits that are more commonly known include relaxation and stress relief, mood enhancement, balance and wellbeing, relief from minor discomforts, and boosting the immune, circulatory and respiratory systems.  Aromatherapy also works by absorbing essential oils into the skin and blood stream.  An aromatherapy massage is the best way to reap the benefits of topical applications of essential oils along with the soothing therapeutic effects of massage.

Aromatherapy not only smells good, but can benefit your health in many ways Some aromatherapy benefits that are more commonly known include relaxation and stress relief, mood enhancement, balance and wellbeing, relief from minor discomforts, and boosting the immune, circulatory and respiratory systems.  Aromatherapy also works by absorbing essential oils into the skin and blood stream.  An aromatherapy massage is the best way to reap the benefits of topical applications of essential oils along with the soothing therapeutic effects of massage.

Aromatherapy not only smells good, but can benefit your health in many ways Some aromatherapy benefits that are more commonly known include relaxation and stress relief, mood enhancement, balance and wellbeing, relief from minor discomforts, and boosting the immune, circulatory and respiratory systems.  Aromatherapy also works by absorbing essential oils into the skin and blood stream.  An aromatherapy massage is the best way to reap the benefits of topical applications of essential oils along with the soothing therapeutic effects of massage.