The Traveling Sargi: Embracing Ashiatsu and the Journey of Discovery

Welcome to the latest episode of The Traveling Sargi with your host, Catherine Gagnon, where we explore the fascinating world of massages and their origins. In this episode, Catherine delves into the intricate art of Ashiatsu, the barefoot massage technique that harnesses the therapist's feet and body weight to deliver a deep and luxurious massage experience. She shares her personal journey, from discovering Thai massage with Alexandre Rouani to learning Ashiatsu in Rochester, New York, under the guidance of Karen Butler.

Catherine explains the science behind Ashiatsu, highlighting the incredible sensory potential of our feet and how this technique can significantly reduce the strain on the therapist's hands and body. She also contrasts Ashiatsu with traditional Japanese Shiatsu and celebrates the depth of pressure and relaxation it can provide, touching on its ability to influence the nervous system for a deeply calming effect.

Links:

• Website: www.thetravellingsargi.com
• Blog: Medium https://medium.com/@authorcatherinegagnon/list/blog-the-travelling-sargi-76b3a098cd1a
• Courses in Canada: www,orchidcentre.ca

Next Episode Preview: Catherine will be joined by Ba Lan Vu to talk about the importance of respecting the cultural heritage of massage techniques. Subscribe to not miss out on this enlightening conversation.