Massage - AR Holistic Therapies

The power of massage

Our therapists are highly trained and skilled in using the miraculous power of touch. Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury, seeking to improve your state of mind, or just looking for an opportunity to treat yourself, we have something for you. We offer a range of ancient and modern massage treatments, including the amazing no hands massage. Feel free to explore the different treatments we offer below. To make a booking, contact us.

Whatever it is you want to change, the power of touch can help you. Maybe you would like to lose weight, or give up an addiction, or simply learn how to relax; massage therapy is a wonderful way to support the changes you want to make in life.

Throughout the treatment, I guide you to harness the power of your mind. If privacy is an issue, I need never even know what it is you actually wish to change. This is not ‘psychotherapy’, it is just about aligning your mind with the simple power of touch to support the changes that you wish to make in your life.

NO HANDS Back Massage

This is one of the most powerful ways to release tension and undo all the knots in your spine, hips and neck.

The unique approach of NO HANDS means that so much more release can be achieved than through conventional Massage treatments – and all of it pain-free. The ‘Gentle Giant’ of NO HANDS means that you are able to free up your back, relax your neck, and unleash the energy flowing through your entire body!

NO HANDS Foot Massage

This treatment is sheer bliss. The foot reflects your whole body; after this amazingly deep foot massage, you can leave feeling as though your whole body is transformed.

This is a deeply relaxing and pleasurable treatment to soothe away the stresses of the day. Leave the session ‘walking on air’.

NO HANDS Head Massage

This treatment is actually a Massage of your whole head, neck, face and shoulders!

It can help you to totally release tension throughout your whole being and leave you feeling nurtured and rejuvenated. Feeling the gentle depth of NO HANDS around your head and face is simply a unique and profoundly uplifting experience.

NO HANDS Full Body Massage

This is all of the above treatments combined into one powerfully flowing Massage treatment. It is an unbelievable experience!

If you wish to have the full NO HANDS experience then this is the best way to do it. From beginning to end you can feel yourself enveloped in the healing power of the most powerful touch on the planet. Your body can take whatever it needs from this treatment, whether it is nurturance, connection, release or rejuvenation. The power of touch felt through your whole body…

NO HANDS Colon Treatment

This is a uniquely naturopathic treatment of your colon, which allows your body to balance itself. Working gently and deeply, it allows the muscles of this major elimination organ to regain health.

Gently strengthening the muscles in the walls of your large intestine is the simplest and most natural way to bring your tissues back to health. Your whole body’s health depends on the proper functioning of your bowels. With the use of clear hand signals you remain in charge of the session so we can work to the depth you are happy with.

NO HANDS Structural Release Treatment

Using some of the newest and deepest bodywork techniques in the world, you can free up your spine, neck and hips so they can function how they were always meant to function.

When your spine, neck and hips are free, supple and flexible, your nerve, lymph and blood supply to all of your organs is improved with increased functioning, health and energy. Leave with your whole body buzzing with enough energy for the whole week ahead!

NO HANDS Reflex Treatment

Stimulating the reflexes of your feet is as ancient as touch itself and can affect your whole body.

Based on the principle that your foot represents your whole body, millions of people all over the world have experienced the powerful therapeutic benefits of Reflex treatment. NO HANDS Reflex treatment takes it one step further. Experience the power of your reflexes being worked without pain but deeper than you have ever felt! With the use of clear hand signals you remain in charge of the session so it is neither too deep nor too light for you.

NO HANDS Transformational Treatment

This is an amazing way to use NO HANDS to support the changes you want to make in your life.

Maybe it is a question of losing weight or giving up an addiction. Maybe it is a question of achieving those elusive goals. Whatever it is that you want to change; you can use the power of touch to help you. I will help you to use the power of your mind during this treatment and if privacy is an issue, I need never even know what it is you actually wish to change. This is not ‘psychotherapy’. It is just about aligning your mind with the simple power of touch to support the changes that you wish to make in your life.

NO HANDS Detox Treatment

This is a powerful treatment which combines working specific reflex points in your feet with the deep and powerful NO HANDS Colon treatment.

This stimulates your body’s own natural instinct to de-toxify and cleanse itself. It is particularly good for those times in your life when you just know you need a good ‘clear out’.

Seated Acupressure Treatment

Seated acupressure is based on the traditional Japanese acupressure technique called anma.

Anma is Japanese for ‘press and rub’ and this therapy aims to stimulate the acupressure points in the head, neck, shoulders, spine and lower back.

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage therapy is similar to Swedish massage, but the deeper pressure is beneficial in releasing chronic muscle tension.

The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons and fascia.

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy, also referred to as Essential Oil therapy, can be defined as the art and science of utilizing naturally extracted aromatic essences from plants to balance, harmonize and promote the health of body, mind and spirit.

It seeks to unify physiological, psychological and spiritual processes to enhance an individual’s innate healing process.

Thai Full Body Massage

Traditional Thai massage is an ancient technique that dates back more than 2,500 years. It is a deeply revitalising treatment with a range of benefits for the body and mind.

Traditional Thai massage uses no oils or lotions. The recipient remains clothed during a treatment.

Hot Bamboo Stick Massage

The bamboo cane replaces the therapist’s hands, and it is used to give a deep, firm massage.

The cane is held by the therapist and rolled over the muscle with the same strokes they would use with their hands. The muscle is then kneaded, which assists in the release of tension and easing of knots.

Hot Stone Massage

Hot stone massage therapy melts away tension, eases muscle stiffness and increases circulation and metabolism.

Each 1 ½ -hour hot stone massage therapy session promotes deeper muscle relaxation through the placement of smooth, water-heated stones at key points on the body.

Swedish Full Body Massage

As the best-known type of bodywork performed today, one of the primary goals of the Swedish massage technique is to relax the entire body.

This is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart. But Swedish massage therapy goes beyond relaxation.

Indian Head Massage

A massage therapist will start the Indian Head Massage by applying pressure to points in the upper back, arms and shoulders that will release muscles and knots.

They will then move to the neck and head to reduce headache-causing blockages and encourage better circulation of the cerebral fluid.

Eastern Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction.

People get it for many purposes, including to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage.

Tui Na Chinese Medical Massage

Tui Na Massage Therapy and ancient Acupressure were developed in Asia over 5,000 years ago.

Both are effective in the relief of stress-related ailments, in self-treatment and in preventive health care. Tui Na releases tension, increases circulation, reduces pain and develops vibrant health.

Gua Sha

Guasha is a natural, alternative therapy that involves scraping your skin with a massage tool to improve your circulation.

This ancient Chinese healing technique may offer a unique approach to better health, addressing issues like chronic pain all over their body.

Reiki

Both Reiki and massage are systems of natural healing that focus on body energy, and today Reiki massage is a common and effective treatment.

The Japanese healing art of Reiki has similar practical purposes—to increase and free the unbalanced energy flow in the body.

Sports Massage

Sports massage is proven to release and reduce tension in muscles, improve circulation and encourage the removal of waste products such as lactic acid built up during sporting activities.

In addition to the physical benefits, sports massage can help an athlete to mentally prepare for their activity or competition. A sports massage is used for general relaxation of the muscular skeletal system as well as being directed to any problem areas.

Indonesian Massage

By working the soft tissue of the body, Indonesian massage aims to ease day-to-day stresses and muscular tension, and promote relaxation.

It helps to increase delivery of blood and oxygen to the treated areas and can also be used in support of other therapies to assist in the rehabilitation of muscular injuries. This treatment is good to experience if in pain as it includes a variety of massage techniques.

Natural Face Lift Massage

Natural Face Lift Massage is known to be a truly holistic treatment based on the ancient Ayorvedic techniques.

It is performed entirely with the hands without any use of oils or creams. The treatment works primarily by freeing constrictions within the facial muscles and connective tissues. A typical session begins with relaxation and energy balancing, followed by activation of specific acupressure points on the face.

Deep Abdominal Massage

Abdominal massage, which may sometimes be referred to as stomach massage, is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that can have deeply relaxing and healing effects.

A range of techniques are used within an abdominal massage to help treat muscle tightness and tension. An abdominal massage helps to increase flexibility and decrease pain.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage

MLD is a light, skin-stretching massage that helps promote the movement of lymphatic fluid out of the swollen limb.

It should not be confused with a traditional massage. MLD is specifically focused on the lymph vessels to help the flow of lymphatic fluid. Your massage therapist will use a variety of different techniques, and will most likely be working their way up from your feet.

Mayofacial Release

Mayofacial is a type of physical therapy often used to treat Mayofacial pain syndrome.

Mayofacial pain syndrome is a chronic pain disorder caused by sensitivity and tightness in your Mayofacial tissues. These tissues surround and support the muscles throughout your body. It’s also known as an alternative medicine therapy that is useful for treating skeletal muscle immobility and pain by relaxing contracted muscles.

Thai Herbal Compressed Massage

The hot herbal compress contains numerous herbs tightly bound in fabric which is steamed until piping hot and firmly rolled.

After a full-body, pressure point Thai massage, the hot herbal compress is pressed or pounded over the entire body in order to soothe muscle and stimulate the vital organs and senses. The pressure of compressions can range from light to very deep.

Crystal Healing

The whole body is massaged using a balancing/Calming Aromatherapy blend, then a mix of smooth, different types and shapes of crystal are used over the body, with a slow, gliding, stroking pressure according to your bodies’ needs and wants.

Crystal healing is the use of various crystals made of different elements and minerals, which can be used to produce many different healing effects.

Lomi Lomi Hawaiian Massage

Lomi Lomi massage is a wonderful massage practice that began in ancient Hawaii and is gaining popularity around the world.

Focusing on long, seamless strokes that glide from one part of the body to another, Lomi Lomi massage can soothe the mind while easing tension in the muscles. These rhythmic, repetitive movements allow the client to fully relax during the session.

Magnet Healing Therapy

Magnetic field therapy uses different kinds of magnets on the body to help boost your overall health. It may also help relieve certain conditions.

Your body naturally has magnetic and electric fields. All your molecules have a small amount of magnetic energy in them. The thought behind magnetic field therapy is that certain problems happen because your magnetic fields are out of balance.

Himalayan Hot Salt Massage

Himalayan salts are believed to be deeply beneficial for our health.

Tucked away deep in the foothills of the Himalayan Mountain Range, ancient salt crystals are sealed off from the contamination of civilisation. Himalayan Salt Massage is a technique that uses these warmed salt stones to apply pressure to the body. This is believed to enhance the massage as the stones’ natural minerals are absorbed through the skin, leaving the client feeling refreshed and reinvigorated.

Trauma Discharge Therapy

TDT is revolutionary, new bodywork approach which aims to release trauma from the Body Mind in general and the nervous system in particular.

It was developed by Gerry Pyves who is both a psychotherapist and a body worker. It is an approach that has taken over 35 years of clinical ‘trial and error’ to perfect.