ayurvedic yoga massage with its origins in pune, india, this sequence created by Kusum Modak combines the best elements of traditional ayurvedic massage and iyengar yoga to create a varied and rewarding oil massage
it is a deep and soothing massage that uses a variety of techniques to warm up the muscular system, to improve the blood and lymph circulation, to align the musculoskeletal system, and increase vital energy (prana)
in this mat-based massage, hands and feet are used as tools with the use of feet allowing for deeper and more thorough pressure. a combination of passive yoga stretches are included to help the mobility of the joints and to release tension in the muscles. pure organic vegetable oil is used for the massage together with calamus powder, an ayurvedic medicinal ingredient, helping to balance the body elements (doshas), improve circulation and release toxins
at the end of the session the receiver feels deeply relaxed and rejuvenated