--- title: "Bodywork & Stretch Therapy for Deep Muscle Release" description: "Release deep tension with Thai-inspired stretch therapy. Join me for assisted sessions designed to improve flexibility, posture, and nervous system calm." canonical: https://mytribe.in/zenyogashala/wellness-retreats/healing-touch-bodywork-stretch-therapy last_updated: 2025-09-06 --- # Healing Touch: Bodywork & Stretch Therapy Tribe Verified · Certified in Thai Massage and Bodywork By [Ashrita](https://mytribe.in/zenyogashala) · Retreats hosted at destinations across India · ₹5,500 per person (estimate) Part of [Wellness Retreats](https://mytribe.in/zenyogashala/wellness-retreats). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/zenyogashala/wellness-retreats/gallery) A gentle, Thai-inspired practice that uses assisted movement and steady pressure to help your body let go of deep-seated tension and return to its natural alignment. ## Photos and videos - ![Bodywork is a conversation with the body. Here, I am applying gentle pressure to the temples to release tension in the head and face, a common area where we hold stress.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c3cc1e9-b1cd-469f-bf16-ec3f885ab0c6) - ![A deep, assisted leg stretch. This helps to open up the hips and hamstrings more effectively than one could on their own, while I ensure the body remains supported and safe.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c546bdd9-0bdc-494d-9e77-cdf690a291c3) - [Video: Stretch therapy is a key offering at my retreats. This video explains some of the benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved circulation, pain relief, and stress reduction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d7517ac-00e7-4d63-a627-02ff73454146) - [Video: A glimpse into a bodywork training session. We learn to use our entire bodies as tools for healing, applying pressure and leverage to create space and release in our partners' bodies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33bda5f5-0e60-400a-bb3b-991447e7cf64) - ![I recently completed an advanced bodywork and Thai massage course to deepen my skills. This is a practice of giving and receiving, and I am honored to share this healing art with my clients.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21b76545-409d-431c-a3c0-1945e33e46b8) - ![A full-body view of an assisted stretch. This dynamic movement helps to mobilize the spine and open the entire front side of the body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b889371f-cf4f-4a76-a10c-b54bad3d1b47) - ![Using my foot to apply steady, grounding pressure to the upper leg. This technique allows for a deep release in the large muscles of the thigh and hip.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7ca00e1f-521b-448e-b18c-ab26aceae8e0) - ![Another angle of the assisted leg stretch, showing how I use my body to create a safe and effective opening for the recipient.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8c65fe76-2781-4d83-836b-142c5dc8f61e) - ![An assisted 'happy baby' pose. This is a wonderful way to release the lower back and open the hips, and the partner assistance allows for a deeper, more restorative version of the pose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/198816ed-6366-4446-a17a-5d5aad1735f2) - ![Applying focused pressure to points on the foot. According to reflexology, this can help to release tension and promote healing throughout the entire body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4c8f85e-9f53-4237-b009-8b2e8aa5f5f5) - ![A proud moment, receiving my certificate of achievement for the Yin Yoga Massage and Bodywork course. I am always a student, and I am excited to bring this new wisdom to my practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bfae6d72-8810-4255-bb93-0aa09889ad3c) - ![The wonderful group of healers I had the privilege of learning with during my bodywork course. The sense of community and shared passion was incredible.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/40fff453-bd0f-4fb3-b686-56addab75ba1) - ![Celebrating the completion of our course. Each person here is now equipped with new skills to bring more healing touch into the world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c3006293-c45e-4b9d-874c-e3065a1ac8c0) - [Video: A masterful bodywork massage is like hitting the reset button. This video shows a session I received, reminding me of the power of this practice from the other side. It’s all about healing touch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/04e5164f-b36c-48a0-b95a-aa8d70990105) - [Video: A demonstration of stretch therapy for body alignment. This is a key component of my offerings at festivals and retreats, helping people find immediate relief and better posture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bd42cdfe-ccb5-4c15-ab3f-c0794abe7010) - ![An informational graphic about the stretch therapy I offer at events like Hoopinkai's Flow Fest. It's a chance for participants to experience this healing modality firsthand.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7c5b7cc2-efb6-4958-84a5-d5ad5276bbe2) ## About Healing Touch: Bodywork & Stretch Therapy I use Thai-inspired techniques—my hands, feet, and body weight—to move you into postures you could not reach alone. This is not a passive massage, but active recovery. We work together to breathe into the tightness in your hips, lower back, and shoulders, helping your nervous system finally let go of the physical holding patterns you carry every day. ### A Conversation With Your Body Think of bodywork as a conversation between you, me, and your nervous system. Often, we carry stress in our muscles as unconscious tension. You might not even realize your shoulders are hunched or your hips are locked until we start moving. In these sessions, I provide the support so you can stop holding on and simply allow the body to open. ### How It Works Unlike standard oil massages, this work is done on a mat, and you remain comfortably clothed. I use a combination of gentle rocking, rhythmic pressure, and assisted stretching to increase your range of motion. We go at your pace. If you are new to this, we start slow, focusing on areas like the neck and shoulders where stress typically accumulates. ### Why It Matters - **Improved Flexibility:** By assisting you through yoga-like stretches, we can safely target areas that feel restricted. - **Nervous System Reset:** The combination of rhythmic movement and focused breathwork helps shift your body from 'fight or flight' into a state of rest and repair. - **Pain Relief:** We focus on realigning the body to reduce chronic discomfort, especially lower back pain and stiffness from sitting for long hours. ### My Training I recently completed intensive training in Thai Massage and Bodywork. This practice is about giving and receiving, and I feel honored to share these techniques. Whether you are dealing with burnout, post-workout soreness, or just need to reconnect with your physical self, these sessions are designed to help you hit the reset button. ## About Ashrita I’m Ashrita. After diving deep into Thai massage and bodywork, I realized that true healing often happens when we stop trying to fix ourselves and let someone else guide our body back to its natural alignment. I am here to hold that space for you, to help you feel safe enough to finally let go. 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