|
Watsu
Watsu combines water with Shiatsu, a form of
Japanese “finger pressure” massage applied
to the body zones defined by chi, or the
body’s energy channels.
Watsu was developed in 1980 by Harold Dull,
who traveled to Japan to study Zen Shiatsu,
a form of massage using stretches and touch
points to release blockages.
Back in America, Dull promoted the benefits
of performing Shiatsu moves and stretches in
warm water. Watsu, like reflexology, can
enhance feelings of well-being
and relaxation.
A warm spa (95 to 97 degrees F or 35 to 37
degrees C) is a perfect environment for a
Watsu aquatic bodywork session.
Floating in water supported by the Watsu
practitioner, the Watsu receiver passes into
a state of complete relaxation as gentle
stretching is applied to specific points. |
