Esalen Massage®: The Gift of Essential Touch

Celebrate the holiday season in the natural beauty of the Esalen land while learning the fundamental elements of Esalen Massage®.  

The Esalen Massage approach is about working with each other as human beings, meeting in the present moment, listening, loving, and responding to what emerges naturally. Its principles combine self-care, grounded awareness practice, and presence with the skilled application of long, flowing strokes and integrated detail work to provide relief for overworked muscles. 

Taught by senior instructors, the course covers the basics of giving and receiving a massage and offers a wider healing perspective for those with experienced hearts and hands. Sessions include plenty of personal instruction and at-the-table assistance to support the learning process. Time for shared self-reflection and feedback are built into the daily schedule. Come prepared to be nurtured by the healing waters of the Esalen baths and bask in the natural beauty, power, and spirit of Esalen and the Big Sur coast during this special season marking the sun’s return. 

This workshop is useful for those in healing professions seeking fresh inspiration.

24 hours of continuing education provided by the faculty through Esalen Massage and Bodywork Association Teachers.