Body Therapies

Abhyanga (60 minutes)
Abhyanga is a traditional Ayurvedic treatment performed with warm medicated oils. The oil is massaged into the body with steady long strokes to reduce the qualities of dryness and lightness in the body. It is especially recommended for Vata and Pitta type people. Abhyanga is known to reduce effects of aging, increase softness of the skin, and replenish the tissues of the body while promoting healthy circulation. Choose the standard therapy with 1 therapist or the luxury therapy with 2 therapists for a deeper massage.

60 Min.   $85 -  1 Therapist          60 Min.   $140 -  2 Therapists

Udwarthana (45 minutes)
In this Ayurvedic treatment, herbal powders with channel clearing properties are mixed with oil and massaged all over the body. This treatment is recommended for Kapha type people. This herbal powder treatment uses friction to break down fatty deposits and increase lymph circulation. It is ideal for sluggish metabolism and cellulite. This therapy is recommended as a series of treatments.

60 Min.   $85         

Pizhichil :
This treatment combines herbalized oil with heat treatment. Two therapists pour and massage warm herbalized oil over the entire body. The intricate blend of herbs comes together to draw out impurities, while balancing and nourishing the physical body. This treatment builds muscle tone and helps calm and balance the nervous system. This is a very pacifying treatment for Vata type people

60 Min.   $85         

Swedana:
Swedana uses a heated steam box to produce an herbalized steam bath. The entire body except for the head is exposed to this purifying steam. Swedana works to detoxify the body and promote healthy oxygen circulation. By heating the entire body, sweat production is increased to open channels and help eliminate internal toxins. This treatment is recommended after abhyanga for Vata and Kapha type people.

30 Min.   $45  

Pindaswedana:
During this treatment two technicians use a special cotton sac containing a mixture of milk, oils, herbs, and rice to massage the entire body. This procedure is particularly powerful in reducing excess metabolic activity and eliminating toxic byproducts. The treatment is extremely rejuvenating and recommended for Vata type conditions.

60 Min.   $95         

Podikizhi:
In this treatment herbal powder bundles are made of dry herbs are packed into fine muslin, gently heated, and then applied systematically over the body. The application of the herbs causes the body to sweat and release toxins inside the body. This treatment is designed to reduce stiffness and pain in the body while purifying the channels. Podhikizhi is recommended for Kapha type people.

60 Min.   $95       

Navarakizhi:
This treatment employs bundles of baby soft cotton cloth wrapped around rice and herbs. First the entire body is massage with herbalized oil and then bundles are dipped in milk and massaged over the body. This is very beneficial for arthritis, nerve conditions, and pain.

60 Min.   $95         

Hrid Vasti
In this procedure, warm medicated oil or herbal decoctions is applied over the heart for 25-30 minutes. This treatment strengthens the heart to fight certain cardiac diseases and is also beneficial for Asthma. This therapy relieves deep seated anger and sadness. it is also recommended for people with emotional trauma or issues

60 Min.   $75        

Greeva Vasti
The back of the neck is bathed with warm medicated oil for 45 minutes. This treatment targets chronic pain and stiffness in the neck region, headaches and shoulder pain.

60 Min.   $75

Kati Vasti
A special technique aimed at providing relief to the lower back using warm medicated oils for 45 minutes. Relieves chronic and acute backaches, Osteoporosis and Sciatica.

60 Min.   $75        

Prushta Vasti
A special technique in which medicated oil is applied on the upper back area over the lung and is kept for 45 minutes. This is highly beneficial for Asthma and other respiratory distress.

60 Min.   $75        

Janu Vasti:
In this therapy herbal oil is applied into a dough dam directly over the knees. This treatment helps relieve arthritis, inflammation and osteoporosis of the knee.

60 Min.   $75        

Chakra Vasti:
Herbal oil is retained directly over the chakras in the abdominal area. This treatment is very beneficial for reproductive issues, hormonal balance, and abdominal organ support.

60 Min.   $75            

Marma Therapy
In Ayurveda, Marma points are specific spots on the surface of the body that correlate with internal organs and channels. This therapy is both preventative and therapeutic in cases of disease. The therapist skillfully applies pressure to specific Marma points to target certain organs in the body. It is recommended to receive an Ayurvedic consultation with a practitioner prior to receiving this treatment.

Coming in November 2011

Padabhyanga
This Ayurvedic foot reflexology treatment is composed of hand techniques, the kasa bowl and marma therapy. Hand therapies stimulate the circulation and energetic flow. A kasa bowl is a warmed, oiled metal bowl used to massage the surface of the feet. This is a very soothing treatment and helps regulate body functions. Marma therapy targets marma points on the foot to balance the functioning of certain organs. This is a very grounding therapy for Vata imbalances.

Coming in November 2011