Asheville Massage Therapy by Essential Body Works

Essential Body Works is a licensed Massage Therapy practice new to the Asheville area. The owner, Cathy Courtenay-Smith, specializes in Deep Tissue Massage, Prenatal/Postnatal Massage and injury rehabilitation. Her session is a perfect blend of focused, specific touch and deep relaxation and rejuvenation.

Having studied Dance as an undergrad at the University of Buffalo she quickly realized that it was her love and curiosity of the human body that inspired her. This passion led her to the health and wellness industry and ultimately to Massage Therapy. She continued her studies in Berkeley, California at the School for Body-Mind Centering and at the San Francisco School of Massage. She went on to open up her own practice in 2000 in Oakland and enjoyed ten years of working regularly with her clients there.

This past summer Cathy relocated to Asheville with her husband, Scott and her two beautiful daughters, Aida and Olivia. They were in search of a slower-paced, more family friendly environment, which they have happily found in their wonderful neighborhood in West Asheville. Cathy was sad to leave her many clients in Oakland but is equally excited to start a new practice here in Asheville.

Cathy is currently offering a $45 introductory one- hour massage through to the end of December. She will also honor this price for Gift Certificates for the holidays. To get in touch with Cathy you can email her at cathycourtenaysmith@gmail.com or call 828.318.3005

This is an experience not to be missed!

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Lomi Lomi Class in Asheville, May 22nd and 23rd, Register NOW

Lynn Harris is holding a 2 day Introduction to Lomi Lomi - Hawaiian Massage here in Asheville. This is a wonderful technique for massage therapists to use because it saves their hands and thumbs from the fatigue of traditional massage.

Lomi Lomi massage is universally a good choice for several reasons. First, it is a very creative, fluid, and loving dance on the part of the practitioner. The joy that arises from the dance of Lomi will be communicated directly into the body of the client. Throughout the Lomi Lomi massage experience, the client is enveloped in spiraling forearm strokes that feel like ocean waves awakening the entire body. These fluid forearm strokes, resembling the motion of waves penetrate into the body and help release blocked or stuck areas of the body, as well as inspiring the person to accept a more fluid, healthy state of being. After receiving a Lomi Lomi session, most people state that it feels like there were more than one person massaging them. This unique feeling helps clients stay out of their heads – they naturally begin to breathe, to let go of stress, and allow the mind to relax. They are left feeling energized, light hearted, in touch with their expanded self, and physically at ease. Just as in other massage modalities, Lomi Lomi increases circulation, relieves muscle spasms, and increases the rate of nutrients brought to the muscles by the blood.

This educational experience includes lecture, meditation, special breathing techniques for self-revitalization, handouts, demonstration, practice, and discussion. By the end of this training, you will be able to give a full body massage on the back and legs, as well as incorporate this modality into your own bodywork practice. This course is a must for massage therapists looking for ways to save their hands from the possible fatigue of traditional massage.

Lynn Harris, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Neuromuscular Therapist, and Certified Zero Balancer has advanced training in craniosacral therapy, and Hawaiian massage. With over 20 years of experience and over 2,000 hours of training, Lynn has integrated these techniques into her own creative style.

To learn more about this workshop or about Lynn visit her website at http://www.lynnharrismassage.com/ or call her at (828) 258-0599.

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Vino Vino - Asheville Wine Tasting & Massage, this Saturday

VINOVINO WINE MARKET
Saturday, April 11, 2009 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm
178 Weaverville Hwy Woodfin, NC

8286589463
NovaVinoVino@yahoo.com

Vino Vino is hosting a wine tasting this Saturday from 12-5 that will be coupled with massage by massage therapist and regular customer Evaa!! Evaa will be here from 2-5 and will be giving incredible chair massages in between the sips of vino!! PLEASE COME JOIN US!!

Appearances Salon & Spa Asheville Hair!

Misty did it! She passed her State Board exam and now has her "cutting papers". We know dozens of people who use this salon in North Asheville for everything from a cut, color, style, perms, highlights, massages, facials, and custom make up application for any and every occasion. These stylists work hard to earn and retain clients all over the Asheville area (I have personally seen them at work).

If you are looking for a local stylist in the Asheville Buncombe area, Misty Baker or Manager Stephen Veltman (shown above) are open to new clients and look forward working with you to get that "Appearance" you are looking for. You can call them at 828-645-8585 or visit their website at www.AppearancesSalonSpa.com.