Thai Yoga Therapy is an ancient healing art considered sacred by the Thai people. Dating back thousands of years, this technique was practiced solely in the Buddhist temples of Thailand until recent times. It has roots in Yoga and Ayurvedic Medicine. Thai Yoga is a unique, powerful, dynamic and deep full body treatment.
Testimonial…
“Robyn Regula is an extremely gifted practitioner of Thai yoga therapy (TYT). Robyn’s touch is incredibly intuitive and as she works the energy lines of the body, the receiver can actually feel the positive intention behind her work.”
~ Anne Laderman Swartz, Yoga Instructor & Thai Yoga Therapist
“When any person is sick at Siam he begins with causing his whole body to be moulded by one who is skilful herein, who gets upon the body of the sick person and tramples him under his feet.”
~Sim on de la Loubere French liaison to the Thai Royal Court in Ayutthia, 1690
Thai Yoga Therapy works to stimulate the flow of prana (life force energy) throughout the body, opening areas that are blocked, bringing body, mind and spirit back into balance and harmony for greater health, happiness and well being. It is deeply relaxing yet energizing at the same time.
Thai Yoga Therapy combines:
* Assisted yogic stretches
* Rhythmic pressure along sen lines (Thai “meridians”)
* Gentle rocking and range of motion work
* Acupressure, reflexology, energy work and meditation
Testimonial…
“Thai Massage is unlike any massage I have experienced. While it does not require removal of clothes, there is an intimacy which develops between practitioner and client that is unique.
I found Robyn to be fully present to the process. Her pace was excellent, slow, direct and strong. Robyn conveyed confidence, compassion and reassurance throughout which provided me with the safety to relax completely and this was done silently.
I felt I was in excellent hands… I would not hesitate to recommend her as a Thai Massage Therapist.”
~Fran Kersch, PT
In Thai Yoga Therapy there is an energetic focus on sen lines or Thai “meridians” similar to that of acupuncture and shiatsu. In traditional Thai medicine energy flows through the body along ten major channels, or sen lines. If an imbalance or blockage occurs in any of these channels, it is believed that pain or disease results.
The practitioner uses her feet, arms, hands, elbows and knees as well as the techniques of palming and thumbing to remove these obstructions and to restore balance and a free flow of energy in the body thus re-establishing strength and vitality. Thai people still use this form of bodywork today as part of the healing regimen for many different ailments in the body.
Thai Yoga has many benefits including:
* Release of stress and tension
* Increased vitality and well being
* Deepens connection between mind, body and spirit
* Increases flexibility and range of motion
* Increases blood circulation and lymph flow
* Assists the metabolism and the immune system
* Can assist the release of emotional blocks
* Tones the internal organs
* Restores energy balance
A session is a flowing dialog between client and practitioner that is akin to: a meditative, slow dance; a martial arts form; or to practicing yoga, without putting forth any effort, while simultaneously receiving acupressure, reflexology and healing touch. The client is passive and completely supported in all positions by the therapist. All stretching and pressure is done within the comfortable tolerance of the client.
Traditionally Thai Yoga Therapy has been seen as a meditation practice for both the giver and the receiver and a spiritual practice: a living expression of metta (loving kindness). Practitioners are taught that the flow between positions and the state of mind of the therapist are as important as the techniques themselves. Thai Yoga is a positive, energizing, uplifting experience for the client as well as the practitioner.
Thai Yoga is performed in comfortable clothing, on a thin futon mat on the floor.
Sliding Scale $100—$120 for 2 hours
(Full Body Treatment)
By appointment only
If you have questions, or live in the Olympia area and are ready to schedule an appointment… Simply email yogava@gmail.com
“In the 35 years that I have been involved with the holistic movement, I have never heard, seen nor felt any form of body therapy as powerful and complete as Thai Yoga Body Therapy.” ~ Yosel Tarnofsky
Robyn received her training as a Thai Yoga Therapist from Saul David Raye in the fall of 2000. She is deeply grateful to have this powerful, nurturing form of healing touch in her life and to be able to share it with others.
