What is Thai Yoga Massage?

Traditional Thai Yoga Massage (called nuad phaen boran) is an ancient form of therapeutic healing founded in India by a doctor and contemporary of the Buddha. Ayurvedic physicians and Buddhist monks brought these teachings to Thailand over 2000 years ago. Thai Yoga Massage is offered from a meditative state, and from the principles of compassion and loving kindness. In addition to her hands, the therapist may use her feet, forearms, knees, and/or elbows to work the energy lines (called sen lines) of the body to release tension and blockages. In addition to the amazing physical benefits of this practice, the rhythmic manipulations of Thai Yoga Massage soothe the client toward deep meditation.

Thai Yoga Massage is done on a comfortable floor mat in our peaceful bodywork room. The client wears loose or stretchy clothing so they can receive assisted stretches. No oils are required. The traditional form of Thai Yoga Massage lasts 90 to 120 minutes, providing for a deeper and more comprehensive experience than a standard one-hour massage. Mountain Yoga is excited to offer this unique form of ancient healing to our community. We know you will enjoy your first session with either Debbie or Vika.

Debra Rubin, CMT, studied Thai Yoga Massage in northern Thailand at The Sunshine Network under Ralf Marzen, and traveled throughout Thailand studying other regional styles. She has practiced massage for over four years, integrating Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, sports massage, breathwork, assisted stretching, and Thai Yoga Massage. Debra creates a safe, nurturing space to explore and facilitate the body’s own natural wisdom to restore balance and health. Debra is a practicing yogi and dancer. She has a BA in psychology/pre-med from Princeton University, and is currently working towards her MA in holistic health education at JFK University.

Vika Teicher, CMT, studied Holistic Massage Therapy at the World School of Massage in San Francisco; Thai Yoga Massage in Chaing Mai, Thailand; and Interdisciplinary Yoga at the Omega Institute in New York. With over four years of massage experience, as well as experience as a yoga instructor, she blends her knowledge of both Eastern and Western techniques to create a well-balanced, rejuvenating, and relaxing massage experience. Vika is founder and co-director of Jivaka Healing Arts Center, a Thai Yoga Massage training program in Oakland.

Experience this integrative healing bodywork at Mountain Yoga today.

July 2007 - Vika is on a year long sabbatical in Italy. Please wait until she returns to book an appointment.

To schedule a session with Vika, please call (510) 595-3208 or visit: http://www.vikatouch.com/thai.massage.php

To schedule with a session with Debra, please call (510) 932-2107 .