Anma Technique

Anma is the oldest form of bodywork in the Orient and one of the oldest forms of massage in the world. 

 

Originating in China over 5,000 years ago, some even say 10,000 years ago in India, it was brought to Japan by warrior monks from China through Korea over 1,500 years ago. Anma is based on the principles of Oriental medicine and focuses on promoting the body's natural self-healing abilities.

Anma can be interpreted as the massage level of Amatsu, but it encompasses the application of natural movement principles on soft tissue structures. 

One of the most important uses of Anma is its use in effecting the quality of our breathing. When our breath is shallow, all the body's functions become sluggish.

 

Anma promotes deep long breaths which aids the release of blockages in our energy pathways. This process increases our resistance to illness. Anma is not only used to restore health but is also instrumental in assisting you in discovering your own healing potential.