Fill in a form and receive a voucher redeemable at Urban Nirvana from January 30th – Feb 30th, 2012.

*Please note that the free class is for first time clients only.

$20 extra / massage. 90 minutes recommended.

We’re excited to unveil the latest additions to the Urban Nirvana team!

Andrea Szanto RMT is a dynamic therapist that offer an extensive array of holistic treatments. Our clients can take advantage of our Thai massages while utilizing their Health Insurance Benefits.

We facilitate integrative holistic healing as Registered Massage Therapists, drawing from the following modalities:

· Therapeutic Swedish massage
· Myofascial Release
· Thai massage
· Aromatherapy
· Reflexology

Why Integrative Massage?

Integrative massage treats clients with the perspective of individuals with unique needs. Similar conditions may be presented in two different individuals; however, each will respond best to alternate forms of treatment. We facilitate an integrative approach to therapy by designing a treatment style that addresses both physical and energetic states of the client. We share the desires of the individual to remain involved in their healing experience by committing to educate, empower and provide comprehensive tools to assist them in their healing journey.

With strong foundations in massage therapy we look forward to offering optimal results to individuals who seek an all encompassing form of treatment.

Andrea Szanto RMT (Holistic and Integrative Therapist)

Book with Andrea

The combination of energetic and physical aspects is what makes Thai Massage unique and so effective. Traditional Thai massage is really a deep, full-body treatment, starting at the feet and progressing up to the head. Using a sequence of gentle, flowing exercise movements, the recipient’s body is moved, loosened and stretched (some stretch applications linked to Yoga) of the joints and the muscles. This unique type of massage influences the energetic side as well, restoring the flow of energy throughout the body with applied acupressure on the sen energy lines of the body, aimed at harmonizing and energizing.

Believed to be over 2000 years old, traditional Thai massage is an authentic healing art and unique form of body therapy developed by people who used massage not only as a therapeutic method of healing to treat illnesses, but to maintain health and well-being.

It is the combination of yoga stretching, calmness of meditation, with accupressure, exercise movement and reflexology that makes it a healing art. It is worked on a floor with the client dressed in comfortable loose clothing. Thai method uses mainly point pressure and muscle stretching. And it is not just the hands that are used to free tension stored in the recipient’s body, but the feet and elbows are used as well.Some of the innumerable physical, mental, psychological benefits are:

Physical Benefits of Thai Massage

• Help detoxification of the body and boost immune system
• Increase blood circulation, lower blood pressure 
• Good for muscle relaxation, increase flexibility in your muscles, increase mobility 
• Improve breathing 
• Improves posture, balance, corrects body alignments and dissolves energy blockages 
• Improves athletic performance 
• Help arthritis and back pain, 
• Help tone the body, strengthen joints and fight diseases, including chronic joint problems 
• Prevents illnesses and alleviates degenerative diseases 
• Slows the aging process

Mental Benefits of Thai Massage

• Improve your outlook towards life; builds an emotional balance
• Help with concentration and creativity/ Mind and body concentration 
• Clear and calm your mind 
• Help you gain mental clarity

Psychological effects of Thai Massage

• Reduce and relieve stress and anxiety
• Help people boost their inner energy levels 
• Develop discipline and self-control 
• Achieve better health, increases health and vitality. 
• Raise the energy level and stamina 
• Build internal power (and creates a natural confidence) 

Urban Nirvana is a studio in downtown Toronto that offers authentic Thai Massage treatments, RMT’s and Classes. We offer authentic style Thai Massage and a variety of classes for you to take care of your body.

What kind of classes are offered?

In our multidisciplinary movement studio, we offer a range of classes, such as Yoga (Hot Hatha, Ashtanga, Restorative, Yin, and Vinyasa), Pilates, Kung Fu, Acuball, and a variety of Dance and Movement classes. View our Schedule to find out more!

“What should I expect to when I go to Urban Nirvana?

You will be greeted by our friendly staff. You can either sign up for a class or book a massage. If you are coming for an appointment, please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appoint on the first visit in order to fill in an intake form and change clothes. We provide Thai pants and cotton shirts for clients to use during the treatment. We also have Yoga mats, boulters and Acuballs for classes.

What is Thai Massage and how is it different from other massage or healing modalities?

It is considered “Assissted Yoga” beacuse the practitioner puts the client into a series of yoga-like stretches throughout the session.  It’s like having Yoga done for you. Thai massage is more energizing than most forms of massage. There is an interesting dichotomy with Thai massage, as it is both relaxing and invigorating.

Will my extended healthcare plan cover the costs of massage therapy treatments?

At Urban Nirvana, the Thai Massage Practitioners are Holistic practitioners. Some extended healthcare plans include these services. Please check with your plan and if you are not sure, you can send in the invoice and your provider will inform you if it is accepted. We do have RMT’s available at Urban Nirvana if this is the only type accepted by your healthcare.

How often should I visit?

Your body will let you know. Whenever you feel like a class or Thai Massage, come in. We give Thai massage treatments from 15 minutes to 2 hours, and we have classes ranging from 45 minutes to  90 minutes.

Do I have to be athletic or a certain age?

No. We have clients of all ages and of all body types.  You do not need to be flexible or particularly athletic. We have classes and practitioners that attend to Beginners to Advanced level.

Do you offer gift certificates?

Yes we do! An Urban Nirvana gift certificate is a great way to show someone how much you care.  Visit Gift Certificates to purchase.