Neuromuscular Massage Therapy NMT - Hands-on soft tissue release technique that quickly pinpoints & relieves soft tissue imbalance caused by injury and overuse. NMT incorporates: posture / gait analysis, trigger point myotherapy, myofascial release, visceral release and cranial decompression. It is very beneficial for: carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, repetitive strain injuries, rotator cuff injury, frozen shoulder, sciatica, scoliosis, torticollis, whiplash, TMJ dysfunction, hip pain, shoulder pain, neck or back pain and tension headaches.
SomaBodywork - Targeted bodywork and targeted stretching combined in one session that create musculoskeletal balance, energize the body and relax the mind. Sessions start with an energizing 30-40 minutes of: hip opening, spine lengthening and core strengthening followed by 20-30 minutes of targeted massage tailored to the client’s needs. It is great for active people that need regular maintenance and want to learn a short routine to do on their own that prepares their bodies for exercise or sports, improves physical performance and prevents injury.
Soma Targeted Self-Massage TSM - Private or semi-private class that teaches self-applied soft tissue release techniques and targeted stretching that maintains the body, improves physical performance and prevents injury caused by overuse. Great for runners, cyclists, yoga practitioners, dancers, musicians, hair stylists or office workers. Sessions are tailored to the client’s specific strain patterns and needs. TSM empowers practitioners to become their own therapist as they learn to resolve their own strain patterns and then maintain optimal balance.
Soma Relaxation Massage - Stress relieving full body massage with aromatherapy oils that relax the body and soothe the mind. Soma Relaxation Massage consists of long effleurage strokes that increase circulation, kneading petrissage strokes that release muscle tension, rhythmic tapotement that calms the nervous system and friction that releases fibrotic scar tissue. These strokes combined with therapeutic breathing dissolve tension, harmonize the body and mind and rejuvenate the immune system and energy system to promote optimal health.
Onsite Office Massage - Reduces work related stress, prevents work injury & increases productivity, esprit de corps and employee loyalty.
SomaMeditation - Various meditation techniques: Taoist 5 Element Breathing, guided relaxation, closed eye guided meditation and mental reprograming. These techniques reduce mental stress, build internal energy and harmonize body, mind & emotion for optimal performance.
Rudra Meditation - An open eyed meditation technique, developed by Swami Rudrananda, that builds and circulates energy throughout the chakra system to dissolve tension, removes energy blocks & makes the practitioner whole by harmonizing the various aspects of the human and spiritual beings. James teaches a free Rudra Meditation class every Tuesday at 8:30 PM in Santa Monica - Reservations are required.
