Some
commonly asked questions include:
● Who is aquatic bodywork good for?
Everyone! Because aquatic work offers a physical freedom, it is especially effective for those experiencing muscle or joint pain, athletes, dancers, the physically challenged, and pregnant women. Water work also offers remarkable results for those suffering from conditions such as fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, and even trauma.
● What can I expect in a session?
After assessing individual needs and the body's ability to float, the client is slowly lifted from their feet to lay back in the water. Ears are just submerged while the head is supported as the person is cradled in the therapist's arms. Each session is totally unique. Rather than follow a prescribed set of moves or routines, I "read" an individual's body and energy field. Some sessions incorporate more movement while others invoke more stillness. The common elements are following the client's breath and the warmth & buoyancy of the water, which relaxes the muscles and supports the entire spine. At the end of the session, a client finds himself supported once again at the wall of the pool.
● What if I'm not comfortable in water?
Aquatic work can be a highly effective way to overcome such hesitation. Being carefully held and supported by the therapist allows one to gradually begin to trust the experience of being in water. Many people come to Watsu® and other forms of water work specifically because these sessions offer a safe way to approach their fears.
● How warm is the water?
VERY warm! The pool water averages 95°F (35°C); just imagine a warm bathtub and you'll have the general idea.
● What does a session cost?
As an introductory special, my rate is $80 for sixty minutes (normally $100).