The Californian massage belongs to the same family as the Swedish and Esalen massages and shares some of their movements, is distinguished by long, fluid, and harmonious movements that carve and wrap the body. These movements are performed in a variable rhythm and are tinged with listening and softness. While rocking and stretching encourage abandonment and enable the discovery of a sensory richness registered in the body, vigorous manipulations, chosen in accordance with customer preferences, improve muscular relaxation. The application of oil enhances the massage’s fluidity and helps the art of touch.

What to expect
Californian massages typically take between one and two hours. The patient will be lying face down as the therapist starts out with gentle strokes using both hands. The therapist will massage aromatic oils onto the back of the recipient’s body, from the neck to the lower legs and occasionally the feet, as the recipient’s breathing slows. The therapist applies full-body strokes, paying close attention to any tightness or knots. 45 minutes or so pass during this. After the patient flips over, the therapist applies the same techniques to the front of the body.