The Berkeley Centre - Thai Massage

Thai Massage

What is Thai Massage?
Traditional Thai Massage or Thai Yoga Massage is an holistic practice that views the body as an alive system of energy. When this energy becomes blocked or imbalanced in some way, it can lead to 'dis-ease' in the physical body.

This deep, healing massage works to overcome and prevent imbalances. It combines the use of gentle yoga-based stretches with sensitive acupressure and manipulation to suit each person, creating a powerful tool for physical, energetic and emotional well-being.

Traditional Thai Massage has its roots in Ayurveda. It was part of the knowledge and teachings that migrated from India to Thailand alongside Buddhism over 2,000 years ago. Since then it has been practiced, developed and handed down through the generations and it is this teaching from master to student that makes this work the intuitive healing art it is. It has always been seen as a spiritual practice, not just a massage and until recently was mainly practiced in the Thai Buddhist temples. It is the physical application of 'Metta' (loving kindness) and enables both giver and receiver to open energy channels and be healed.

Traditional Thai Massage works on a number of different levels and I always tailor the session to the person receiving and what you need at this moment. As a general treatment it is both deep and gentle; it relaxes, calms and revitalises. The massage relieves muscle tension that comes from strong exercise and sport or from lack of movement and is also deeply detoxifying. It is a treatment that can aid in rehabilitation after injury as it boosts blood and lymph circulation and helps to improve flexibility. It also helps in case of profound stress or depression. As a therapy, it is effective in treating conditions ranging from chronic and acute back pain, migraines and headaches to frozen shoulder, digestive disorders and asthma.

Traditional Thai Massage is appropriate for all ages and levels of fitness.

A treatment

You wear light, comfortable clothing and your massage is given ona firm but comfortable futon on the floor. Cushions are used if appropriate to support your body in order that you can relax and let go completely. The massage is best received on an empty stomach.

The length of treatment varies from 1-2 hours, A full-length traditional massage can last two hours in order to have full therapeutic benefit and create energetic and physical balance. 60 and 90 minute sessions are also of benefit though it is usually advisable to book a longer initial treatment.

Koren Barnwell

Koren Barnwell offers Acupuncture, Pregnancy Massage, Integrated Massage and Cosmetic Acupuncture at the Berkeley Centre. She treats all general health issues, sports injuries, pregnancy problems & infertility. With over 10 years experience as a natural health care practitioner, Koren draws from many disciplines, where possible giving additional recommendations based on dietary and detox therapy, yoga and western herbal medicine.

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Paul Tilbury

Paul is an experienced Holistic Massage Therapist specialising in Deep Tissue, Thai and Indian Head Massage. He is also a fully qualified Clinical Aromatherapist and Infant massage instructor.

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Susie Hartnoll

Susie offers Holistic Massage – Relaxing and Deep Tissue, Thai Massage, Yoga, and Wellness Coaching/NLP. She aims to assist clients to reach their goals, enhance health and wellness, and provide therapies to help manage diagnosed medical conditions.

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