EGOlogy

THERAPEUTICAL MASSAGES

AYURVEDAThe origins of this Indian discipline have been lost over time: it was mentioned for the first time in Charaka Samhita, a treatise on the 500 medicinal principles completed around 1000 BC.

The term “Ayurveda” is derived from ayu “life” and veda “knowledge” and is therefore translated as knowledge of life or rather the art of living because it is aimed at fostering physical, mental, spiritual social and indi-vidual well being. A very ancient medicine of Indian origin, it deals not only with diseases but also with maintaining one’s own well-being and disease prevention.

The Ayurvedic massage activates the energy flow of the body and strengthens its self-heal-ing capacity resulting in a revitalizing and anti-aging effect, giving an immediate sense of psy-chological well-being.

At your disposal is one of our operators who has a degree in Ayurvedic Medicine from the Neth-erlands and who will explain all the different treatments available in our facilities: ABHIYA-NGAM, SHIRODHARA, PINDASVEDA, KIZHI, NJAVARA KIZHI, UDWARTHAN-AM, PIZICHAL, MARMAN.

SHIATSUShiatsu, in the Japanese language shi “finger” and atsu “pressure” is a body energy balancing tech-

nique, spread in Japan by Buddhist monks since the sixth century.

Using light and heavy pressure on the energy points of the body, the energy flow re-turns releasing energy blockages in the chan-nels present in the body. It has a deeply benefi-cial effect both physically and psychologically.

BIOMUSIC

This practice, which is about 3,000 years old, is based on the influence that sound has on people.

Currently used around the world and particularly in Switzerland, sound massage is a relaxing and emotional therapy against stress, which in taking advantage of the exceptional sound absorption capacity of the human body, at the same time stimulates mind and body using sound and vi-bration as tools for deep relaxation, as well as for rehabilitation and therapy.

SOUND MASSAGEDEEP RELAXATIONResting comfortably on the bed of sound, the body is permeated by continuous stimulation due to the vibration of the sound waves pro-duced by the sounding box.

Acting on the muscular and lymphatic systems, this relaxing action brings about a pleas-ant relaxing effect and deep state of body relaxation, overcoming the stress of daily life that adversely in-fluences the quality of life and in-terior harmony of the individual.

Each individual cell is gently mas-saged and harmonised, thereby encourag-ing the elimination of tension and blocks of both muscle and the mind, stimulating self-healing forces. Sound massage is able to touch the mind, body and spirit improving the perception of one’s consciousness, positively influencing crea-tivity and productive force.

TIBETANSOUND MASSAGEA regenerative massage of musical notes. As above, but enriched by the sweet harmonies typical of Tibetan singing bowls and gongs.

The sound and the vibrations of the Tibetan singing bowls contribute exponentially to the re-

alignment of the chakras, to the energy load and to the spiritual and physical well-

being of the individual.

According to Chinese traditional medicine, the human body is also

composed of vibration, frequencies and energy waves. In fact, if a body is

healthy, it vibrates at the proper frequency. Often those who have a feeling of a lack of en-ergy have a musical frequency that is distorted due to the presence of energy blocks.

A sound massage with Tibetan singing bowls stimu-lates the process of self-healing and harmonisation between the mind and body.

HAMAM TRAILAn impalpable and ethereal atmosphere, a di-mension that protects and carries the ego away from the stress of everyday life, a refreshing and intimate moment lost in a cloud of steam.

A true meditation, an ancient Middle Eastern tradition leading to the search for and discov-ery of one’s own dimension of well-be-ing through rituals of relaxation of the mind and purification of the body.

The trail alternates Hamam and practices at different times: it starts with a Turkish bath (the cen-tral part of the Hamam ritual) where in the shadows the senses are stimulated among steam and balsamic essences and immediately after jets of water from the emotional shower, with incorporated colour therapy, will give new vigour to the body and mind.

Besides eliminating toxins through perspira-tion of the skin and relaxing muscles with a consequent reduction of stress, the Turkish bath prepares the body to welcome the skilful care of our staff who are able to perform the best spa treatments envisaged by the Hamam ritual, which refreshes your body and relaxes

your mind.

Scrubbing with black soap will bring freshness and compactness to your skin, a Rhassoul mask to make your face bright and a total body mas-

sage with argan oil or other oils per-fumed with rose, sandalwood, sweet

orange and jasmine.

To conclude this journey, you can relax a little longer, sipping herbal tea in our relaxation area.

Through the skilful use of oils, essences and minerals together with precise technical ma-nipulations, our expert staff will guide you on a journey made up of intense sensations that will stimulate your body until it reaches a state of total physical well-being and mental regen-eration.

HOLISTIC MASSAGES

CALIFORNIANMASSAGEA practice born in California in the ‘60s, the Californian massage acts on the body, and consequently on the psyche, mainly through an intense and enveloping contact: prolonged, rhythmic and circular movements which give a deep sense of pleasure and well-being compa-rable to an “intense and reassuring hug” which brings back emotions from the depths of the self forgotten by the conscience but not the body, re-equilibrating the two elements.

LOMI LOMIAn ancient ritual coming from Hawaii, that tends to evoke the state of serenity and in-ner peace typical of the inhabitants of these par-adise islands. This massage technique called en-ergetic is performed with a typical background music through the application of warm essen-tial oils, which in addition to donating vigour and tonicity to the skin, promote a physical and mental condition of coordination and balance.

ENERGY FLOWMASSAGEA special selection of totally natural essential oils is spread all over the body through a skilful drainage.This harmonising massage envisages the use of massage techniques borrowed from the psy-chosomatic massage in order to facilitate the

unlocking of the energy blocks through the harmonisation and balance of

form, action and psyche.

HOT STONESome particular hot and cold vol-

canic stones are gently laid on the body: this type of application helps the

process of eliminating toxins and the relaxing of muscles.A unique treatment, ideal to reinvigorate the body and eliminate accumulated stress.

CANDLE MASSAGE A delicate massage against stress, a moment of peace

that will give your body tone and vigour and will release all of

your being from the stresses of everyday life. Soft lights, colours and fragrances will trans-port you to a dimension where your senses will be intoxicated and your skin will be nourished and hydrated by droplets of vegetable butter candles with carefully selected fragrances.

OPEN-AIR MASSAGEA charming beach created on one of the banks of the river that runs through our estate, sur-rounded by thick vegetation. A small corner of paradise where, listening to running water, you will be “spoiled” by a special massage that will bring your body and your mind to a state of total relaxation.

WINE THERAPYImmersion in a harmony of aromas and col-ours: extracts of “eau de vie” combined with selected extracts of red grapes will stimulate your blood circulation and detoxify your skin having an anti-fatigue and anti-aging action on the whole body, due to the presence of polyphenols, which are natural antioxidants, in the grapes.

CHOCO-THERAPYAn irresistible treat-ment that uses the rich active ingredients of cocoa polyphenols (anti-cellulite, anti-aging, anti-stress), dedicated especially to women: a gentle massage with hot chocolate oil, bandages with ambrosia and compresses of cocoa mousse.

SPECIAL MASSAGES SENSORIAL MASSAGES

YOGA

“He who has absorbed the meaning as in a deep sleep, sees through the purest thought, as in a dream, in the cave of the senses, that is free of sleep, old age, death and pain”.

This is one of the most important passages contained in the “Upanishads”, ancient Indian religious and philosophical texts, which date back to the ninth century BC. A simple but profound thought that describes the true essence of the Yoga discipline.

At the Ponte del Vegnuti we interpret this as an intimate and personal time, to de-vote to ourselves and to our physical and mental well-being.

A meditative experience that will try to bring your innermost being into contact with your body.

Our courses are suitable for beginners and all those who have been practicing yoga for a long time and aspire to deepen and improve their knowledge of this discipline.

In the privacy of their rooms or in quiet and reserved spots immersed in

the greenery of our estate, our qualified staff will accompany you on a short inner journey towards the peace and well-being .

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