Our treatments are offered in 30, 60 and 90 minute increments within our serene location by fully certified practitioners. Additionally to the bodywork listed below, we offer customized therapies upon consultation. Have a question? Call us at (215) 393 YOGA or email us directly sanktuary@sanktuaryspa.com

Aromatherapy Massage

Relax & enjoy essential oils while they are massaged into your body to help produce a number of therapeutic results. Reduce stress, build your immune system, improve health and alleviate depress & anxiety just to name a few.

Ashiatsu ~ Oriental Bar Therapy

This barefoot massage treatment stems from Eastern techniques brought to a more western application utilizing deep compression effleurage strokes that glide over the body. The certified therapist is trained for utilizing gravitational force & body movement which helps create structural change in chronic soft tissue damage. With deep slow movement, Ashiatsu  provides you deep relaxation, stimulation of the lymphatic system & is excellent for relieving chronic back pain. This therapy is done with lubricant applied to the body & the therapist uses bars above the head for support & balance.

Cranial-Sacral Therapy

A gentle method of evaluating & correcting dysfunction within the central nervous system. This therapy clears the membranes & cerebrospinal fluid that surrounds & protects the brain & spinal cord to facilitate the release of stress in the central nervous system. Eliminate the effects of stress, neck and back pain, TMJ and migraine headaches.

Deep Tissue/ Target Zone Massage

This massage offers you a more intense muscle patter & tension release in the body. Deep pressure helps to relieve chronic muscle tension of the sub fascia layers of the muscle tissues. Deep tissue can also focus on specific problem areas of the body such as legs, shoulders, neck, upper and lower back. Trigger point therapy, compression & other  techniques help to correct & rebuild constant musculoskeletal ailments in the body.

Far Infra-Red Sauna

This is a ‘waterless’ hot spring treatment that increases blood flow & dilates blood vessels to help remove debris from your organs & quickly eliminate them through sweat. Follow with a refreshing oxygenated shower. Detox on a cellular level, lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels, cholesterol and lose weight. Also relieve gout, arthritic pain and release kidney stones,

Hot Stone Massage

This exceptional type of bodywork combines the time-proven healing therapies of hot & cold applications with therapeutic massage.

Ionic Foot Spa

This non-invasive treatment is a sensation free method of ridding the body of chemicals, toxins and pollutants that manifest in the synovial joints & lymphatic system.

Kinesiology & Postural Assessment

The body allows us to access what blockages we have in the body based on how a muscle reacts to an action. Corrections are done as eaach muscle/ meridian is tested & client remains active and fully clothed. A postural assessment can also be done to help determine treatment.

Lymphatic Therapies

Bodywork that uses gentle, effective movements to break up blockages in the lymphatic system. This will begin to cleanse the body of waste and petrochemicals, in an unobtrusive method restoring fluid balance and strengthening the auto-immune system.

Pre and Post Natal Massage

Tailored specifically for the changing bodies of pregnant women, this gentle massage can help you adjust to your new center of gravity as well as alleviate aches and pains & get your body back to where you want it post delivery.

Reflexology (foot massage)

The therapist stimulates reflex points on the feet with gentle pressure. These pressure points correlate to specific organs and glands within the human body, providing effective treatment for pain. Activating these reflex areas will improve circulation and open the body to non-manipulated relaxation.

Shiatsu

A technique of finger (Shi) pressure (atsu) therapy to harmonize the interrelationship of life force (Qi) and blood. The balance of these two elements can be crucial to one’s health & wellbeing. Generally a light touch treatment with huge physical & emotional benefits.

Tranquil Massage

Light to moderate subtle touch that increases circulation, relieves tension and creates tranquility. Various Swedish, myofascial techniques, Tui Na and energy chi can be used by the therapist. This relaxing massage can also be done with aromatherapy or hot stones to aid a more specific apprpoach to the body’s senses.

Thai Massage/ Sports Massage

A fully clothed massage that uses rhythmic compressions &  yoga based stretching. Massage can be implemented on a traditional Thai mat or a massage table. Other forms of stretching can be used for the body to include active release, static & PNF. This technique is uplifting & can assist anyone in achieving meridian balance & creating better flexibility. It is also an excellent massage for anyone who will be participating in an upcoming athletic event. You do not need to be flexible to receive this treatment.

Tui-Na (推拏) Massage

The ancient art of Chinese Healing massage. Opens and stimulates the meridians in the body to increase the flow of Chi (energy). Using hand techniques to massage muscles and tendons, acupressure points to directly effect the flow of Chi and manipulation to realign musculoskeletal and ligament relationships (bone settings). We can relieve hypertension, peptic ulcers, insomnia, arthritis, constipation and chronic areas of pain in the body.