Check out this lovely interview I got to do about our retreats...

Playing around at our first Belize retreat

I had a great time answering Bridget Hales questions the other day about Santosha Yoga & Meditation Retreats.  We talked about the origin and philosophy of Santosha Retreats, our upcoming retreat in Maui, why I love leading retreats and more.  Bridget is a beautiful writer and dedicated yogini and maintains the blog Hot Tea, Travel, and Thyme where you can read our interview, find fitness motivation and follow her extensive world travels (baby in tow!).

What is Thai Yoga Massage?

This post is about one of my favorite things to give, receive and share - Thai Yoga Massage - I get alot of questions as to exactly what it is, so I thought I better give you an idea...

Thai Yoga Massage is the most delicious combination of yoga and massage!  Its often called "the lazy man's yoga" because the receiver is guided into a variety of yoga positions while remaining completely passive.  Once in position, the practitioner works to release muscles and open joints while the muscles and connective tissues are in gentle traction.  Great for increasing range of motion, general relaxation and helping with aches and pains, its also a really amazing way to gain insight into your yoga practice.


As your therapist moves your passive body, you begin to gain a greater understanding of new ways to position your body for more ease in your poses, how to use your breath more effectively, and especially, how much you tend to get in your own way by working too hard and over-engaging your muscles and your mind.

Want to experience Thai Yoga Massage for yourself?  Locally, we have 2 therapists that are taking "practice" clients at Yoga del Sol Studio.  They are developing their skills and work on a donation basis.  Note that you will need a referral from a current client to book with them.  If you are not local, just google Thai Massage practitioners in your local area, no doubt there is someone great just around the corner!

If you are in Arkansas, I will be teaching a Thai Yoga Massage workshop for the general public on both Saturday, June 13 2-5pm and Sunday, June 14 1-4pm at NWA Hot Yoga in Bentonville.  No experience required.  Free and open to the public.  Learn to both give and receive this delightful form!

May you be well.
May you be happy.
May you be free from suffering.
Metta.