Ayurvedic Yoga Massage (AYM) is a body treatment originated in Pune, India.

Initially developed by Master Kusum Modak, it combines relaxing strokes, deep tissue techniques, and passive yoga stretches. What makes it really special is that the therapist lets you decide the pace at which all of this happens, by simply and carefully following your breathing throughout the whole session.

                                                  My teacher Despina Psarra massaging one of her clients.

AYM can also be regarded as a guided deep meditation, in which the therapist helps the client to let go of unwanted issues and stress, as well as supporting her/him with dealing with the range of emotions that naturally come to the surface during a session.

The massage is carried out on bare skin with the use of medicated oil and Calamus powder. Both these help inducing a greater sense of relaxation and encourage the release and removal of toxins.

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