Ephrata’s Circle of Life Massage & Wellness Center now offers Ashi-Thai, a distinctive blend of ashiatsu and Thai massage techniques. Licensed massage therapist Jenny Smith provides this innovative modality. It combines the deep pressure of ashiatsu—applied with the therapist’s feet using overhead bars for balance—with the assisted stretching of traditional Thai massage. The result is a restorative session that releases tension, enhances flexibility, improves mobility and supports overall body alignment.

Ashi-Thai’s approach uses the therapist’s body weight to create a broader, more even distribution of pressure, easing muscle knots without the discomfort that can sometimes accompany deeper manual work. The client is fully clothed. It is ideal for those recovering from intense physical activity, managing chronic tension or seeking to expand their range of motion.

For a limited time, first-time clients can receive $10 off their first Ashi-Thai session by mentioning Natural Awakenings.