Ashiatsu Orientsl Bar Therapy

  This massage gives the saying "I feel walked all over" a whole new meaning.  During this type of massage the feet apply the deep pressure instead of the hands.  It is a 3000 year old Eastern form of body work;  Ashi meaning foot and Atsu meaning pressure.  In 1999 the therapy was reintroduced and Westernized by Ruthie Hardee, pioneer in the field of massage.  Today this technique is now referred to as Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy.  Our licensed massage therapist has  been specifically trained and certified in this modality.

This massage is performed on a table with parallel bars suspended above  from the ceiling.  The bars assist the therapist to balance and adjust pressure to maximize the effect. The therapist uses her soft, clean feet to perform the massage.  Since the foot is bigger than the typical hand, it covers more surface area, resulting in greater pressure being applied .  It helps relieve muscular tension and knots while improving posture and flexibility.  Ashiatsu is highly effective for large athletes with thick musculature torsos and people who enjoy deep tissue massage.  Although very beneficial, Ashiatsu is not for everyone.  Please inform your therapist of any medical or health condition and or consult your physician before receiving a session if you have any preexisting medical concern.

Lauren Sullivan RN, LMT

Mother's Day

From day one our mother is the most important person in our life. Mother's Day is that day we can  recognise and give thanks to all that she has done.  After all women are what make the world go round!  As women we tend to put our family and loved ones before ourselves. So this year May 8th is the day to put mom's first!! Rain is here to pamper, relax and make her first!
This month we are sugguesting our Mother Nature Facial... rejuvenating, oxygenating with pure relaxation! This is the time of the year that your skin could use a pick me up. By removing all the dead skin cells it helps keep your skin looking young and fresh. Oxygen to the skin allows it to breath resulting  in a brighter and more refreshed complextion.  Your skin will be clean, hydrated and stimlated by using our organic Ilike products. The facial also includes a light massage of the hands, feet and decoltte. Along with warm booties for your feet and a heated table, she may never want to leave!
Rain is also offering 10% off gift certificates of $100 or more. Our pedicure of the month is a sour cherry yummy and hydrating! Stay tuned for our May 26th event. 

The Thai Herbal Experience

Experience our Thai Herbal Ball Massage. This massage features hot herbal balls, aromatherapy massage, stretches and a stimulating scalp massage. This is a traditional Thai treatment that applies steamed herbal balls directly to the skin. The blended herbs used is the same recipe that the Thai healers used for centuries.  The therapist positions the herbals along the specific pathways on the body to allow healing energy to flow freely. The aromatic blend of herbs also have therapeutic healing properties that have invigorating but soothing effect on the body and mind.  In general, the various herbs and their benefits are cassummunar ginger, lemongrass and tumeric which have anti inflammatory properties.  Lime, tamarind and shikakai have astringent properties to cleanse and heal the skin, Camphor which has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties great for stiff muscles. Curcuma comosa is used for strengthening visceral organs helpful in menstrual and abdominal pain.  Patchouli, mango ginger, sweet sage, and orange skin is used for aromatic relaxing and uplifting qualities. Thai stretches are included in this session which keeps ligaments, tendons, and muscles limber. To complete the overall experience we use Swedish massage techniques to improve circulation to release trigger points and adhesion's. This treatment leaves you stress free and feeling great!
After enjoying the massage you get to keep the herbals for home use. Here are some suggestions for home use; you can use them for a detoxifying herbal bath by just placing them in the warm bath water. Or use them to exfoliate, scrubbing with the ball while bathing. They are also great to use as a foot massage after a long day at work or after exercising. They are great as a cold compress for acute muscle soreness and/or swelling, or if you just want to cool down.

Sa-wan, "Thai Herbal Ball Experience Treatment Manual Body and Face":1-5

February Love

Our February Special is a one hour Swedish couples massage with gourmet chocolates and your choice of either sparkling cider or champagne for only $140.00. 

Enjoy a full hour of a luxurious massage with your choice of essential oil aromatherapy.  Listen to our soothing music or bring your own easy listening I Pod. Our spa will fill you with a wonderful self healing experience and give you time to reconnect with your loved one.  The moment you step through the doors you to feel very relaxed, we have friendly staff who will greet you warmly and introduce you to our surroundings.  Relax in our over sized  lounge chairs which are great for two people to cuddle with comfortable  pillows and blankets. Gazing out our large window overlooking a scenic lake in which  you do not have to travel a far distance to experience a mood that is peaceful and serene - you can not go wrong with this gift idea. 

If you are alone this Valentine Day,  please do not sit home by yourself.  Take the time to love and value yourself by getting a spa service. "you must love yourself before you love another. By accepting yourself and fully being what you are, your simple presence can make others happy."-  Author Unknown.
It is very important to find time to do nice things for yourself.