WATSU is the first form of Aquatic Bodywork. Harold Dull began developing it in 1980 floating his Zen Shiatsu students in the warm pool at Harbin Hot Springs applying its stretches and moves. In the years since, with the help of countless others in classes, clinics and spas around the world, Watsu has evolved into what many consider the most profound development in bodywork in our time. While other modalities are based on touch, the holding that working in water necessitates, brings the receiver to a new level of connection and trust. This, combined with the therapeutic benefits of warm water and the greater freedom of movement it encourages, creates a modality that can effect every level of our being.

"Water ShiATSU" WATSU is a profoundly relaxing aquatic therapy. Movements are combined with gentle stretching, oriental acupressure points and Shiatsu massage while being floated in 34-degree temperature water. "Watsu" uses the lightness of the body in water to free the spinal vertebrae, rotate joint articulations and elongate muscles in alternative ways possible on land. These rhythmic, 'dance-like' movements are performed in harmony with your breath to inspire the natural regeneration of your body and mind.