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Enjoy
a relaxing and therapeutic massage at Barefoot Yoga and Massage Studio
provided by Charlie Phillips. Charlie's style is rooted in the Esalen
(pronounced Ess-ah-lin) massage technique and integrated with deep tissue,
Thai yoga massage, and cranial sacral modalities. Esalen Massage is
rooted in classical Swedish massage and
is characterized by long lengthening strokes, gentle rocking and stretching,
passive joint movement, sculpting of deep musculature, and a flowing style.
Esalen
massage draws from the Swedish and Trager massage traditions and from
sensory awareness - it is a method of encouraging people to get in touch
with their bodies through the art of touch. Charlie's slow and
mindful massage is an integration of long and lengthening strokes, gentle
rocking and muscle stretching, and deep muscle detail. Its flowing
and rhythmic approach emphasizes the whole person - body, mind, and spirit
- rather than a summary of parts. Charlie's massage encourages
stress reduction, heightened breath and body awareness, and deep
relaxation. Personal attention takes precedence over "textbook"
technique, making each session a unique experience. It is a healthy
way to handle stress and promote both physical and emotional
healing.
Charlie’s
massage flows from moment to moment.
It is a non-invasive, non-painful approach that brings awareness to
the body and away from habitual thought patterns.
During the massage, the practitioner and recipient tune
in and go on a flowing rhythmic journey that includes a shared observation
of the innate capacity for self-healing from within through deep
relaxation and breath.
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The
Therapist
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Charlie
Phillips, owner of the Studio, began practicing massage as a way to
connect with people and to further his meditation practice. He believes
strongly in the power of touch to heal both the body and spirit.
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"Sadly,
I believe many of us have become quite guarded and seem to have lost the
ability to touch and to be touched. During
my training at Esalen, I realized that it is as much a challenge to learn
to receive a massage as it is to learn to give one.
Learning to surrender on the table was an extremely freeing
experience for me. Giving a massage
is truly a meditative experience for me. It
requires me to move from head-centeredness to heart-centeredness, and to
focus and tune in solely on the individual on the table.
It always moves me to a very balanced place."
Charlie received his training in Big Sur,
California, at the Esalen Institute. |
Testimonials
from Satisfied Clients
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"Occasionally I treat myself to a massage and have been to numerous
therapists locally, nationwide and internationally. Two months ago I found
Charlie Phillips and a type of massage I was unaware of (Esalen). The
experience… Arrive and be given a soft and cozy robe to put on. When you
lie down, the first thing to strike your senses is the smell of eucalyptus
floating up at you as you breathe and begin to relax. Soft music and the
sounds of flowing water help you unwind. Your Esalen massage begins and
you start to leave today's cares and worries behind. As your massage ends
you find yourself wrapped in blankets in a cocoon like state; safe and
warm. The end result??? Total bliss."
Shellee
B.
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With
closed eyes, I became less self conscious, and increasingly fascinated by
the intricacy and effectiveness of what another pair of human hands can do
for a body. Why on earth had I not realized that this is something one
can’t replace with ANYTHING? There
isn’t a machine on earth, after all our advancements that can do what a
well-trained, talented massage therapist can do. Forget about luxury. This
is a necessity. It was not obvious to me but became so afterwards, that
Charlie loves his work, and sees the value and worth in using his hands to
treat another human being with his healing power.
Now
what about you all, the mothers who care for kids all day, or those who
sit at computers, the Dads who don’t play enough golf, the grandparents
who lack physical touching? The idea of a house painter not getting a
regular massage is positively cruel. These are all cases in dire need of
Charlie’s Esalen massage therapy.
The
paradigm shift is that many of us are beginning to realize the value of
massage therapy. We should add massage therapy to the list of things we
need to do periodically, to keep our own valued bodies and minds in good
working order. There can be no one or anywhere more convenient and
professional than Charlie Phillips.
Go for it!"
Maxine
Manges
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Options and Pricing
| 1 Hour EsalenÒ
Massage |
$75 |
| 1 1/2 Hour EsalenÒ Massage |
$90 |
| Off-site massage available |
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We accept cash or
personal checks only. Thank you.
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