Sacred Stone Massage Sacred stone massage is a specialty massage that uses smooth, heated stones that absorbs and retains heat well It is a deeply soothing, relaxing form of massage. The heat helps tight muscles release. This experience is incredible for many reasons. On the surface, it's an effective stress reliever, ideal for people with high tension jobs. Lasting approximately an hour and a half the session allows for relaxation, rejuvenation and renewal. A hot stone massage is more expensive than a basic Swedish massage because it requires more preparation and usually runs longer. The four elements: the Air, the Earth, the Fire and the Water are incorporated in Sacred Stone massage. The element of Air in the music especially chosen to create a beautiful ambiance; the Earth in the rocks which were brought from sacred grounds on the Pacific Ocean; the Fire in the heating of the rocks and the Water in the soaking tub. The Air, the Earth, the Fire the Water Return Return Return Words from an ancient chant. Words which aptly describe the sensation of this massage specially developed for a renewal of spirit! The session starts with a hot mineral bath. Salts and minerals, combined on your behalf, are added to the soaking tub to create the perfect beginning. Mineral salts and hot water relax and open the body so you get more out of the massage itself. It's incredibly rejuvenating as well as relaxing. The water is heated to a temperature exactly to your liking. The warm water creates a safe "womb" like environment that is ideal for opening and balancing the chakras. The stones are prepared while you soak listening to the soothing music. Before you arrive, the stones are sanitized in 120 and 150 degree water. The stones are placed on a warm towel on your back. As the heat from the rocks penetrates your upper torso the massage begins with the application of gentle, gliding strokes to the feet, easing tension and stress. The bodywork is a combination of therapeutic and relaxation massage. It is designed to clear any blockages in your body, due to emotional stress or physical tension. Healing stones work slowly in their effect upon the body. Sacred hot stone massage is a great choice for those unaccustomed to massage and a wonderful variation for those who are regulars.