Chavutti

Chavutti Thirumal (Indian Rope Massage) is a powerful massage administered by the feet. It eliminates muscular-skeletal problems and squeezes out toxins. It is applied to emotional and postural patterns, which is the cause of the problem or pain. Healing ayurvedic oil is applied to the body which then receives intense, solid, flowing strokes from head to toe. Sophie completed in 2004, a specific training in Chavutti Thirumal with Master Padma Nair in South India. She has also completed studies of Ayurveda with the Ayurveda Academy of Pune, among others. Sophie teaches in Europe, Japan and India.

Abhyanga

Sophie’s approach to abhyanga massage is based on a wide range of touch. Following the classic sequence, she often applies stronger (closer to deep tissue) or lighter touch (closer to energy / craneo-sacral work) depending on the state of the patient. Exploring Yoga and Vipasana meditation for many years has brought a synthesis into Sophie’s healing work. She combines her in-depth knowledge of Ayurvedic therapies with a variety of other massage skills, resulting in a fusion called 'Conscious Touch'.

Please Note: Our preferred Chavutti and Abhyanga healers travel the world so incase you are visiting Ishavilas for these, please do let us know well in advance to be able to coordinate with the practitioners.