| What is Ashi-Anma?
Jeni's own infusion of every barefoot modality she has researched and trained in. It's part Barefoot sports massage brought back from from the Fijian Island of Kadavu, infused with the hypnotic push-pull rolling techniques of Anma, one of the oldest forms of massage in the world - the oldest form of bodywork in the Orient. "Ashi" means Foot, "An" means push or press, and "Ma" means to rub. This therapy comes from ancient China and is over 5000 years old. Some speculate that Anma's true origins lie in India and is well over 10,000 years old. Anma was first brought to Japan by warrior monks from China through Korea about 1,500 years ago. In China this therapy is pronounced Anmo. When Anmo was brought to Japan the technique was further refined and developed into its own therapeutic art form. Over the years Anma has influenced the birth of many other forms of massage. Such as Shiatsu, Tuina and Swedish Massage. How does it work? The Fijian Massage aspects of this massage incorporate specific, deep pressure followed by a vigorous jostle movement to the larger muscle groups to help encourage lymphatic flow, increased circulation, and detoxification. Your therapist may use one foot at a time to lunch, roll, and melt into your body, and if appropriate, might include some two footed backwalking techniques if it is safe for both parties. The Barefoot Sports Massage influences in this massage bring attention to trigger points and their referral patterns - helping your body become aware of its actual problem spots, not just where you happen to notice the pain. Long, sustained holds on tsubo's, trigger points, and "buried treasures" hidden within your muscle tissue will truly awaken your body's natural self healing abilities. What will Ashi-Anma feel like? An effective and grounding light to medium - or even super deep - tissue massage, performed on a comfortable floor mat or the massage table from the therapists’ feet! No lotion or oil is used, and there is less emphasis on skin-to-skin contact as we work through your clothing. (So be sure to wear loose comfortable clothes! Scrubs will be available onsite to change into if needed.) Experience a deep, relaxing wave of foot-prints to wash away areas of chronic pain! Is Ashi-Anma for you? This massage is ideal for smaller framed clients, athletes, a beginner to barefoot massage, or for those who enjoy a slow "zone-out" massage. Ashi-Anma promotes deep, long breaths, which aid in the release of blockages in our energy pathways. The Ashi-Anma massage is a wonderful introduction to the world of Barefoot Bodywork! What about Safety? The depth of this massage is completely dependent on the condition of your muscle tissues and the therapists ability to balance on them. Two feet and some therapeutic, safe back walking may be applied, if appropriate for the situation. Your therapist will use over head bar support to hold onto for balance and weight distribution, and a clear method of feedback with open communication between the client and practitioner will ensure a safe, therapeutic session. Are you ready to feel the relaxing wave of footprints? Come try some modern medi-zen today with Jeni $80 for 60 minutes | $115 for 90 minutes |
