ABHYANGA ~
HOLISTIC BODY THERAPY & MASSAGE, NORWICH
I am delighted to offer traditional Ayurvedic oil massage for women. Tend to yourself with this deeply nourishing and harmonising treatment. Space is held for you at my treatment room in Norwich on Unthank Road.
What is Abhyanga?
Abhyanga (ah-bhee-yahn-gah) a traditional Ayurvedic full-body oil massage using warm herbal oils, applied generously from the crown of the head to the soles of the feet.
This deeply nourishing treatment is designed to restore balance, support relaxation, and encourage a sense of grounding within the body and mind.
In the classical Ayurvedic text Charaka Samhita, daily oiling of the body is praised for its deeply rejuvenating effects, describing Abhyanga as a practice that “nourishes the body, strengthens the limbs, improves the skin, and delays ageing.”
Benefits of Abhyanga:
This Ayurvedic treatment works on multiple levels of the being - physical, energetic, and emotional.
It supports the calming of the nervous system, encourages healthy circulation, and assists the body’s natural detoxification processes, including lymphatic flow. It may also help to ease muscular tension and promote overall physical ease.
On a deeper level, Abhyanga can support emotional grounding, inner steadiness, and a felt sense of harmony within the body. It invites the system back into balance and supports the body’s natural ability to restore itself.
ABHYANGA TREATMENT
In Ayurveda, oil is considered medicine, and touch is understood as a powerful pathway for healing and longevity.
The Experience
Abhyanga combines long, flowing strokes with rhythmic, energising movements and moments of gentle, attentive touch. The treatment is both soothing and revitalising, allowing the body to gradually unwind, soften, and release accumulated tension. The warmth of the oil and the continuous flow of touch help create a deeply immersive experience that supports healing and presence.
Your Treatment
Each session is intuitively guided and adapted to your individual needs on the day. The oil, pressure, pace, and focus of the treatment may vary depending on what your body requires.
Tend to yourself with a 75 or 90-minute treatment.
PRICING:
Single Abhyanga session: 75 minutes £70/ 90 minutes £80
Combined Treatment of Abhyanga & Chakra/Navel Basti: 120 minutes £108
Discounted 75/90-minute treatment packages:
3-session package: £195/£225 (valid for 6 months)
Until I complete my case studies and receive a full qualification, you can enjoy 20% off single treatments (75 minutes £56 / 90 minutes £64) and 20% off a 3-session package at the prices listed above.
LOCATION:
Norwich, Unthank Road. The address is confirmed upon booking.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
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Fever, acute infection, or contagious illness
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Indigestion, nausea, or vomiting
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Headache
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Acute inflammation or severe pain
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Immediately after surgery or major physical trauma
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Skin conditions, open wounds, or rashes
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Deep vein thrombosis or serious circulatory disorders
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Low blood pressure
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Severe fatigue or exhaustion
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During menstruation
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Pregnancy, in the first trimester (weeks 1-12) and eight month (weeks 36-40)
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Postpartum, first 21 days or if still bleeding
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Alcohol, drugs
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Deep emotional imbalances
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New tattoos
AFTER CARE
If possible, gift yourself some quiet time after your session. Have a warm shower or bath. Move slowly and avoid rushing. Let the treatment settle within you.
Support integration with gentle care:
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Spend time in nature
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Sip warm water
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Take a slow walk
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Journal or reflect
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Drink and eat warm or room-temperature drinks and food
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Rest
Avoid heavy activity, exercise, or weightlifting for 24 hours. Gentle yin or restorative yoga may be supportive.
These simple rituals can deepen the benefits and honour the sacred space you've created for yourself.
I share this therapy with gratitude, as it was passed down through the school of Vital Veda, in alignment with the living tradition of Ayurveda as practised by the Raju Vaidyas - a renowned lineage of Ayurvedic doctors, healers, and Vedic scholars from Andhra Pradesh, India.
I hold deep respect for the sacredness of touch and the subtle power of these therapies, and approach this work with reverence and responsibility.