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Sauna, steam bath, whirlpool bath, river bath.

A transition: Going from the soft damp heat of a steam bath or the dry heat of a sauna to a refreshing river will ensure a relaxation of all tensions caused by stress or tiredness. Physical and psychic health will be improved.

An experience : The exceptional interest of water is not any more to convince. For centuries the Japanese devoted themselves to the pleasures of water, true source of relief, wellbeing and longevity.

The sauna : This dry heat (90 degrees) causes profuse perspiration and a rise in the body temperature this will stimulate all the functions of the organism.
Activates the metabolism, blood circulation and stimulates the immune system. Among the benefits, it relieves certain troubles like rheumatism, insomnia, stress and allergies.

Steam bath: This room can accommodate 7 people; a vapor filled with essential oil is diffused in order to maintain the ambient temperature at 50C. This beneficial atmosphere, from which one can profit between 5 to 10 minutes maximum, contributes to clean the skin of its impurities and eliminate the toxins. In addition, the cardiovascular effort imposed by the heat invigorates the heart and the blood vessels while relaxing the muscles tensed by stress and tiredness. Whirlpool bath Is a continuity of the total relaxation offered to you. The heat of the water and the jets will contribute to your muscular relaxation.

Whirlpool bath: Is a continuity of the total relaxation offered to you. The heat of the water and the jets will contribute to your muscular relaxation.

River bath or iced bath:After the warming up session (steam or sauna), plunge yourself in cold water to increase the cardiovascular action and stimulate all the functions of the organism. In Japan cold water has been used for centuries to stimulate circulation and fight against rheumatism or inflammations.

Swedish: Combining strength and softness, Swedish massage is performed mainly on the muscles and affects the muscles, joints, skin, breathing and nervous system. Often associated with fitness, it also has effects on the overall health of the person.

The Sports Massage: Pre and post competition massage. The preparatory massage helps to increase physical performance by the activating blood system and warms up the muscles by providing supplemental oxygen. The post-event massage focuses on the drainage of toxins to the outside of the muscles. The maneuvers are slow and deep. Flexibility exercises given by the therapist must accompany the treatment.

Lymphatic drainage: is a gentle and safe way to stimulate fluid circulation, remove toxins and increase the body's immune system.

Hot Stone Massage : This massage is performed using heated basalt stones. The penetrating heat of volcanic stones and radiant heating allows muscles to promote the dissolution of tension and pain reduction. The slow massage along muscles contributes to total relaxation and energy of the stone revives its roots.

Energetic techniques

The shiatsu: Is a product of traditional Chinese medicine and developed in Japan where he was influenced by Zen Buddhism. This massage technique on the ground, oil-free, requires no undressing or accessories.
The Japanese word shiatsu means shi (finger) and ATSU (pressure).

Jin Shin Do : Jin Shin Do means The Way of the Compassionate Spirit. It is a form of acupressure that integrates theories of oriental medicine, philosophy and Taoist yogic breathing techniques and Psychocorporal. This oriental art uses a firm but gentle touch promoting the release of chronic tension.

Reflexology : A natural healing art applying pressure with the thumbs, especially to the feet, within zone related areas, which correspond to every part, gland and organ of the body.