Brita Ostrom Esalen® Institute

Intro to Esalen® Massage Esalen® Massage incorporates a meditative presence together with flowing integrative massage strokes to awaken a whole-hearted sense of inner peace. This stimulates our natural impulse toward self-healing and freedom of movement. The Esalen® Massage is an unforgettable experience for giver and receiver alike. “I enjoy giving as much as receiving” is a frequent comment. This workshop will address the basic premises: how to begin the session in a calm, centered state; the listening touch, ways to easily incorporate the slow lengthening strokes and use them as a tool for deeper bodywork; specific skills to unlock the muscles. Attention will also focus on the dynamics of breath and relaxation and the impact of touch. The course will underscore the importance of non-verbal communication and clear intuitive guidance.

Whole Body Holistic Massage

This brief course will bring the massage work you currently practice into a unified, integrative whole. By embodying the way babies and athletes move, we will enhance coordination. Cross-body stretches, three dimensional (3D) strokes, and the basic lengthening strokes of Esalen® Massage will bring your client into a fuller state of relaxation, awareness, and healing. We will include centering skills to enhance your quality of touch and self-care. We will use the natural setting of the conference site as the foundation and soul of our work.