Swedish
The most commonly offered massage technique. Swedish uses long strokes and kneading of the muscles. It is used primarily for full body sessions to promote full relaxation, circulation and relieve muscle tension.
Deep Tissue
Releases chronic patterns of tension in the body through long slow strokes and deep finger pressure on tensed areas. Improves body alignment and freedom of movement.
Sports Massage
Focuses on the muscles relevant to a particular athletic activity. Usually more vigorous and deeper than Swedish massage.
Trigger Point
Applies concentrated finger pressure to tender areas in the muscle in order to break the cycle of spasm and pain.
Hot Stone
A specialty massage that uses smooth, heated stones. They are often basalt, a black volcanic rock that absorbs and retains heat well. It is a deeply soothing and relaxing form of massage. The heat helps tight muscles release.