Tantric Massage is one small part of the wide ranging Tantric Arts. Some of the other disciplines include Tantric Yoga, Tantric Meditation, Tantric Breathing, and of course, Tantric Sex. For more information on Tantra as a whole, click here for a list of links.

Here in the Midwest, Tantric Massage is a relatively new phenomenon. It has been steadily gaining in popularity on the east and west coasts. You should have no problem finding  Tantric therapists in such places such as New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco, LA and San Diego. There are even a few in Chicago now, I understand. But beyond those few cosmopolitan locations, it can be difficult to find a Tantric Massage Therapist.

It is also difficult to define Tantric Massage. Since there are no real standards, every therapist may do something different. So you can never quite be sure what you are getting when you hear the term "Tantric Massage". Often it is used as a "buzz-word" for a simple sensual or sexual massage. That is not the case here.

One of the primary purposes of Tantra (and Tantric Massage) is to awaken the Kundalini. The Kundalini is a very powerful, intense and healing form of energy that (for most people) is lying dormant at the base of the spine (the sacrum). To fully awaken this powerful energy can take years of devoted practice in the various disciplines of the Tantric Arts.

Once awakened, the Kundalini will rise from its resting-place under the sacrum and move up the spine, energizing and healing, eventually re-circulating throughout the entire body. The Kundalini is known to infuse a tremendous amount of energy into a person, and has an incredible ability to heal almost any affliction, be it physical, emotional or spiritual.

The reason that the Tantric Arts are gaining such popularity in our culture recently is due to one of the more pleasurable side affects. When the Kundalini is awakened, or drawn out, it also awakens the sexual energy in the body. The Kundalini is different and distinct from the sexual energy, but the two are connected & intertwined. So as the Kundalini is awakened and drawn out of hibernation, so also is the sexual energy in the body. Along with the Kundalini, it is channeled and circulated throughout the entire body. Needless to say, this can be very pleasurable, but it is important to keep in mind that this is only a side effect, secondary to the healing power of the Kundalini.

My Tantric Massage

Now I will describe the Tantric Massage that I have developed and teach in my workshops . As I already stated in my Bio, I have been practicing a wide variety of Therapeutic Massage techniques for over 20 years, working at some very exclusive resorts and spas around the country. For about the same amount of time, I have been practicing the Tantric Arts on a personal level, cultivating my own energy & Kundalini. Seven years ago, I decided to combine my expertise in both areas All I can say is WOW! The results are incredible. It has been an amazing and wonderful experience for both my clients and myself.

Over the years I have developed an incredible massage that incorporates the best of many techniques. It is relaxing, healing, stress relieving, works out kinks and knots and tension, relieves muscle and joint pain, clears energy blockages, balances energy, awakens the Kundalini and circulates it throughout the body. On top of all of that, It feels fantastic!

What to Expect

When you book an appointment, we agree on the time and place. At this point, I do not have a studio, so it is on an out-call basis only. It should be someplace where you have sufficient privacy and feel comfortable. I suggest turning up the heat, so you don't get chilled during the massage. It's also a good idea to take a long hot bath or shower before I arrive to get nice and relaxed and loosened up.

You can also decide who you want to receive the massage from. I work with two female therapists: Nikki & Maria. They are both very good therapists who have a wonderful touch and good grasp of Tantric principals. You can have either a two or 4-hand massage from any of us.

When we arrive, we can spend some time getting to know each other a little bit, or just get right into the massage, whatever you prefer. I will take a few minutes to set up my massage gear. I bring a soft, comfortable pad that rolls out on the floor, sheets, very high quality massage oil, candles and even music  for ambiance.

Each person is  different, so each massage is a little bit different, but we usually start off with the client on their back, on the table, under a sheet. Then begin with a gentle foot massage (reflexology). This is very relaxing and feels wonderful. From there we will go up to the neck and shoulders, where we do some stretching and massage to work out the knots and tension from the muscles. I also do some energy balancing (Polarity) to clear out blockages and restore the flow and balance of your life force energy (Chi). These techniques are extremely powerful and effective. You will feel a noticeable difference immediately.

Then the client will turn over so we can work on the back. We work out all of the knots, tension and stress through gentle, deep tissue massage that is never too hard, but just deep enough. We also work the muscles in the legs and buttocks until your entire body is completely relaxed and loose, like a wet noodle. This is the end of Phase I: to release the physical stress & tension and clear out the blockages in your energy.

Phase II is all about building up the energy in your body, and beginning to awaken the Kundalini. There are a number of techniques for this. One of them is very light tracing of the fingertips over the surface of your skin. Very gentle, very smooth and light, but not enough to be ticklish. I cover the entire body, gradually focusing into the area where the Kundalini is resting (at the base of the spine).

This part of the massage can be arousing. That is OK, it is a part of the process, but I will always tell every client that this treatment is for you, for your enjoyment. So if there is ever a moment where you feel uncomfortable , it is OK to let me know, and we can stop or do something differently. You cannot enjoy your massage if you're feeling uncomfortable. I am a professional massage therapist with over 20 years of experience, so I know how important it is for my clients to feel relaxed and comfortable.

Another energy building technique that is vital to the emergence of Kundalini is energizing and balancing of the Chakras. These are energy centers that run up and down the center of your body. Your Chakras have a very powerful impact on various aspects of your self, both physical and emotional. Many people can actually feel when certain Chakras are open & clear VS. closed & blocked. For example, when your Heart Chakra is clear, balanced and open, you will experience a great deal of love and trust towards the people in your life, as well as the world at large. When this Chakra is closed & blocked you can feel how closed down your heart feels, inaccessible. I work on clearing, energizing and balancing all 7 of the main Chakras.

By this point, you will be feeling totally relaxed and comfortable. All of the blockages should be cleared and your body is primed for the emergence of the Kundalini.

Phase III is where we really switch on the energy as we awaken the Kundalini and draw it out into the rest of your body. As I use several different techniques to accomplish this, it may be different for each person depending on what works for them. Some people are just not ready for the intensity of the full Kundalini experience, and that is fine. Everyone is different and each person will have their own experience. This phase will usually involve intense Tantric breathing exercises.

Those who experience the magic of Kundalini are not disappointed. The energy can be tremendous and the sensations incredible. Of course,  it is  different for everyone.

By the end of the session you will feel both relaxed and energized, completely satisfied and at peace with yourself and the world.

Most sessions will last between 1 and 1.5 hrs.