"peace. 

it does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work.  

it means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart."  

- unknown

welcome! 

please make yourself at home when you are at retreat.  come as you are, or better yet, come in your most comfortable clothes.  take advantage of the many ammenities provided.  a washroom filled with great products.  take your time.  don't rush.   i'm glad you're here.

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

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75 minutes of hands on treatment 

 

aromatherapy

 

salt scrub for your feet

 

paraffin for your hands

 

this treatment has everything but the kitchen sink.  and the best part... it's all about YOU.

lay down, take a few deep breaths and let the warmth of a heated massage table embrace you and begin to melt away a little "life" before the therapist even enters the room.  all the extras (should you desire them) are included: aromatherapy, a salt scrub for your feet and paraffin for your hands.  and by the way, i use top quality FACE cream on your face. 

the 75 minute treatment time is standard... it gives us enough time for full body PLUS a little focus work.  keep in mind you can choose to customize the 75 minutes any way you like.  meaning, if you only want back, neck and feet... fine with me.

at the end of the treatment, you are "invited" (actually encouraged) to take a few extra minutes and recount your blessings and "soak it all up"... notice the change in your body, mind and spirit.  i leave the room and set a meditation clock for 5 minutes. a few more minutes to yourself without the common worry of "dozing off asleep". a hot towel awaits should you desire to wipe off any lotion or oil and a bottle of cold water on your way back into the world.

  

this treatment is recommended for all first time cilents.

$100
  
no

gratuity

accepted

maintenance

 

40 minutes of hands on treatment 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
this treatment was created for focus work.  the signature is great (and it's the best place to start).  but for those who have a true problem area that needs special attention, the maintenance massage is the answer.  we know the problem and we have a plan of attack.  a lot of issues can be worked out... if given the chance.  no one can solve world peace in one sitting.  
 
it is different for every person... sometimes it starts with two maintenance masssages a week - then we evaluate.  change to one maintenance massage the next week - evaluate.  within a month we'll be able to tell if massage will help get the problem "worked out" or another form of treatment may be needed. 

come in and take a load off.  breathe.  relax.  mentally focus on the area in need.   it's individual and it may change each visit -  the point is focus work.

$60
  
no

gratuity

accepted

stone 

 

75 minutes of specialized stone treatment

a totally difference experience.  the stones themselves are dynamic.  each one, hand picked from nature.  smooth, unique, beauiful... call me crazy but i love my stones.  mine are an array of colors and of course an array of sizes.  and if that's not enough this treatment is married with a small amount of chakra exposure.  simply stated - there are 7 chakras.  each one having a location on the body and a certain energetic function... 7 chakras -  7 chakra stones.  as i place each chakra stone i share some beautiful information on what each chakra is and what it does/can do.  

 

the stones are immersed in water and warmed in a spa stone heater.  the flow of the massage is along energy lines.    

 

all therapists are different.  my stone massage is completed with the majority of bodywork done with the stones and a small amount of "traditional" massage as well.  most find this treatment to be powerful and cleansing.  i think it's perfect for those times when your not feeling yourself and especially good when you are experiencing some change in your life.   

$125
  
no 

gratuity

accepted

pregnancy
 
75 minutes of hands of treatment 
i am on your side.  this is an amazing time of life (for both you and your little one), but let's face it - lots of changes are happening.  if not for the physical benefit... honestly... do it for the mental benefit.  you need to prepare your mind just as much as your body... especially if you desire natural childbirth.  (trust me, i know... i've had both (c-section (w/medication) and vaginal (completely natural)).

 

all bodywork is performed side lying.  regular pillows, a full length body pillow, neck roll... too hot? too cold?  we'll adjust... whatever you need to get comfy.  towels are used in place of the sheet to maintain modesty.  whether it's your first, second, or fifth child (julie!!!!) you need to prepare.  the best news is... this preparation feels so good!  once a month is the way it should be!

 
$100
  
no 

gratuity

accepted

  

sports 

 

60 minutes of hands on treatment

wear some shorts or sweatpants and a tshirt.  a fast paced hour and much more active on your part.  if you are looking at a sports massage you are obviously quite active.  perhaps training for a marathon, playing on a competitive (or even leisure) league and need to be tip top.  lots of stretching will be done... static, passive and active.  it's amazing how good stretching can feel.  and lots of "pnf" (proprioceptor neuromuscular faciliation).  this hour is aimed at increasing range of motion, elongating and stretching the soft tissue.  lactic acid will move out of sore/overworked muscles and nutrient rich blood flow delivered for healing and regeneration. 
$100
  
no

gratuity

accepted

  

  

  

 
 
did you catch on yet?... no gratuity accepted

  

i am often asked "why not!?" and my answeris that it simply makes me uncomfortable.  i consider myself a professional and would much rather you come back and see me again or refer someone to me.  so don't even try to leave a tip!

  

  

 

 

 "mind always affects body and vice versa" - dr. pamela peeke