Shirley Willson

In Massage

HOLISTIC MASSAGE THERAPIST

‘Massage is the only form of physical pleasure to which nature forgot to attach consequences.’ Robert Brault

THE TREATMENT – Lomilomi Massage hails from the South Pacific Islands and is particularly associated with Hawaii. It is a rhythmic full-body massage done mainly with the forearms for a gentle but deep effect. Moisturising oils allow for the trademark long, gliding, continuous strokes that connect opposite ends of the body (I use Coconut, Grapeseed, Jojoba, and Castor).

I’ll always recommend the 2-hour top-to-toe massage which allows for a balanced, cohesive treatment and deep relaxation. Lomilomi is still powerful in shorter doses when focusing on particular areas (e.g. back only).

Quality touch is as basic a need as air, water, and food. Adults often don’t get enough of the kind of unconditional, healing touch that Lomilomi provides.

I aim to create a safe space where you can let everything go. Lomilomi will leave you feeling physically rested, relaxed, rejuvenated, and calmer, with a general sense of well-being.

ABOUT ME – I moved from South Africa to the UK in 1999 and have lived in Yorkshire since 2017. I love thinking and talking about the meaning of life, spending quality time with good people, being outdoors, and taking very deep breaths in places where the air smells gorgeous.

I qualified in Lomilomi in 2010 and still, there are few things I enjoy more than performing this sacred dance, in service of my fellow human beings.

QUALIFICATIONS – I am a fully insured holistic massage therapist.

Diploma in Holistic and Therapeutic Massage, Oxford School of Massage.  ITEC Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology, Oxford School of Massage.  Postgraduate and Advanced Hawaiian Lomilomi Massage, Carrie Rowell.  Advanced Hawaiian Massage, Darryl de Cunha.

WHAT TO EXPECT – We’ll work through a client form to ensure there are no contraindications, and then discuss how you are and what you would like out of the treatment. I’ll ask for your signature as permission to perform the treatment. I will leave the room so you can get undressed and onto the massage table (with a sheet to cover).

A good amount of oil is used, and various strokes glide along the full length of the body, so it works best if the client removes all their clothing for the massage. Clients will always be covered/ draped to maintain modesty. When clients prefer to keep their underwear on, I recommend wearing something old and dark, as it will get oily.

After the massage, I will clean your feet before you get up and get dressed (no rush). I can provide cloths if you would like to wipe the excess oil off your body (most people leave it to soak in).

Allow 15 minutes at the beginning of the first consultation (10 minutes for successive visits) to review how you are, and what you want out of the session.

TO BOOK and for more information:

Mob:  07758 282 735

Email: shirley@lomilomimassage.life

Website: https://www.facebook.com/LomilomiWestYorkshire/