Massage Services
MEET Michael
Michael Hait is a NYS Licensed Massage Therapist practicing bodywork since 2013.
His first experience with massage was seeking pain relief from a repetitive motion injury. Realizing the profound impact that these sessions had, he began attending The Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy in Albany, NY. Michael started his practice offering therapeutic table massage with a blend of Swedish massage and relaxation, deep tissue massage, and Craniosacral therapy (CST) techniques.
Massage Service
Thai Yoga Massage
Thai yoga massage is an ancient healing art based on the principles of yoga philosophy. The prac99oner uses the physical body as a tool to access the subtle bodies to bring healing and balance to the physical, mental, and spiritual self. The foundation is built from the Sen lines, or Sen sip, thought to be energy pathways of life-giving breath through the body. Sen sip can be visualized as canals, channels, or pathways through which Vital Energy is distributed. In Thailand it is known as Lom Pran and is recognized by others as Prana, Wind, Chi, Qi, or Universal Energy.
The application of rhythmic pressure on therapeutic points and energy lines can release blockages and restore energy to its natural flow. The mindful stretching of muscles and joint manipulation can reach different body layers, also known as Koshas. Performed with awareness, equanimity, and meNa, these sessions facilitate release on an emotional, energe9c, and physical level. For me, Thai massage is a mutual moving media9on that inspires powerful exchanges benefiting both giver and receiver.
OsteoThai
A bridge between bodywork philosophies of the East and West, OsteoThai combines the creative and powerful approach of Thai yoga massage with osteopathic principles. Long powerful stretches, dynamic movement, and acupressure are used in coordination with the precise and gentle touch techniques practiced in osteopathy. Focusing on release of tissue tension through work on restrictions of mobility on a boney, myofascial, visceral, and craniosacral level. Appreciating the interconnectedness of the human being.
Wuo Tai
Wuo Tai is a form of bodywork therapy founded by French Osteopath, Roland Combes and his partner, Nathalie Combes. Based on the principles of Osteopathy and moved to a mat on the floor, this is a deep and transformative osteopathic dance. Wuo Tai invites the mixing of elliptical movements to two on the ground, at the border between the movement gestures of yesterday and today.
On an anatomical and embryological level, Wuo Tai is part of the neutrality and freedom of the myriads of tissues that make up our being. The construction of the sequences is based on a frame of the I Ching dating back to the dawn of Chinese civilization. It adapts from the densest tissues (bones) to the lightest substances (CSF) combining yoga, osteopathy, and internal mar9al arts. It dissolves the limits of the field of ac9on of two-person disciplines. A starting pivot point of an exploration encompassing all which is and is not. The gestures of Wuo Tai invite the giver to meet the receiver where they are and unwind in gentle fluid dance of the fascia.
Swedish/Relaxation
The core purpose of a Swedish, or classical massage, is to deliver optimal relaxation to clients through a combination of massage intensities and techniques. Composed of soothing touch and strokes of varying lengths in alignment with the blood returning towards the heart. Based on the concepts of anatomy as well as physiology, the classical massage offers clients a customized massage routine incorporating both gentle and slow strokes, moments of stillness, or intense and rigorous massaging depending upon the ultimate objective of the session.
Deep Tissue
Deep Tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. It is especially helpful for chronic aches and pains and contracted areas such as s9ff neck and upper back, low back pain, leg muscle tightness, and sore shoulders. Some of the same strokes are used as classic massage therapy, but the movement is slower, and the pressure is deeper and concentrated on areas of tension and pain in order to reach the sub-layer of muscles and the fascia (the connective tissue surrounding muscles).
Craniosacral
Craniosacral techniques are gentle hands-on techniques that use light touch and holds to examine membranes and movement of the fluids in and around the central nervous system. It is a very subtle but profound approach that helps to relieve tension in the central nervous system, while promoting a feeling of well-being.
Pricing
Table Massage
Swedish/Relaxation | Deep Tissue | Craniosacral Techniques
Focus Table Sessions $90
For those coming in with one or two specific chronic and/or acute issues that they would like to be addressed. A focus session is not a full body massage. It is customized to target the areas of focus requested by the client.
Full Table Sessions $160
Full table sessions are a patient and thorough approach to bodywork, reinforcing the value of touch for the whole body. Allowing for unrushed moments of therapeutic focus, stillness, and deep relaxation. Runs approximately two hours.
Mat Work
Thai Massage/OsteoThai $160
Thai Massage/OsteoThai are full body sessions incorporating a medley of techniques from both traditions. Runs approximately two hours.
Wuo Tai $160
Wuo Tai sessions consist of series of gestures tailored for the individual. Runs approximately 90 min.
