Pilates People

Our Massage Therapists

Sarah-Jane Romano, MSW, HHP

is a recent transplant from Boulder, CO, where she practiced massage for six years following completion of a 1000 hour training program at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy.  She holds an MSW and has worked as a licensed psychotherapist in New York, West Virginia and Colorado, and was also a vision therapist in Boulder, helping children to learn to use their eyes for greater success in school.  Sarah-Jane was a phys-ed and health teacher at a private school for five years, and also teaches fitness/dance classes and is herself an avid dancer, runner, rock climber, road biker and yogini.  Sarah-Jane is certified in prenatal, labor, and post-partum massage as well as having extensive experience with sports injury treatment, trauma work, and ongoing study in shiatsu (a form of acupressure).  She is thrilled to join our facility and is a firm believer in the power of Pilates to develop and maintain optimal fitness and functioning.  Sarah-Jane enjoys singing, playing the guitar, and finger-painting with her step-son in her spare time.

Kim Hollinger

Kim has worked as a licensed Massage Therapist for the past 10 years, specializing in Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Specific Massage and Medical Massage. Her interest in Holistic care began while working at Children’s Hospital, during which time she was involved in a clinical study evaluating the effects of Holistic Therapies on Critically ill newborns. The beneficial effects of massage on the newborns was very impressive and caused Kim to re-evaluate where she could make the most impact helping others. She left the conventional healthcare arena and has found her work in Massage to be both mentally stimulating and emotionally rewarding. She has studied massage at International Professional School of Bodywork, Pacific College of Oriental Massage, Natural Healing Institute and Vitality. She is also a Yoga teacher and enjoys teaching her clients poses that they can do at home to help with their problem areas and to enhance their overall well being.

Massage Services:

Swedish/Circulatory 
Swedish massage is the most commonly offered and best known type of massage. It uses a firm but gentle pressure to improve the circulation, ease muscle aches and tension, improve flexibility and create relaxation.

Shiatsu
The term Shiatsu literally means "finger pressure". In reality, various parts of the giver's body (fingers, thumbs, palms, forearms, even feet and knees) are used to apply pressure to the receiver's body. This can be targeted at general areas or specific acu-points. These techniques are used in conjunction with stretches, joint rotations and joint manipulation. Treatment is carried out fully clothed, usually with the receiver lying or sitting on a low table.

Thai Massage
Thai Massage is an interactive manipulation of the body using passive stretching and gentle pressure along energy lines. These movements help to, adjust the skeletal structure, increase flexibility, relieve muscular and joint tension, stimulate internal organs, and balance the body's energy system. The effect is uniquely relaxing as well as energizing. Receiving a Thai massage is a bit like doing yoga without putting forth any effort while also getting acupressure treatments! Treatment is carried out fully clothed, usually with the receiver lying or sitting on a low table.

Aromatherapy Massage
A relaxing massages utilizing quality essential oils. The oils are custom blended for you based on the mental, physical, and/or emotional areas you feel are in need of therapeutic benefit.Deep Tissue Sculpting
Medium to deep pressure is utilized to relax chronically tight areas. Muscle stretching and moist hot packs are also utilized to promote further release of tension and constriction.

Executive Massage
Perfect for those on a lunch break or for those who choose not to get undressed? This consists of a 30-minute massage to the hands and feet and 30 minutes dedicated to your neck and scalp.

Hara
Medium to deep work done on the stomach only. This massage is recommended for those with digestive difficulties and pre- and post-menstrual symptoms. Hara can be done as a modality on its own or added to other massage therapies.

Lomi Ke Ala Hoku
A form of Hawaiian temple massage with profound relaxing results. Hawaiian music and coconut oil are used to enhance the experience.

Pregnancy/Post Partum
These massages focus on areas of discomfort associated with many changes occurring in the mother's body, both before and after delivery. A wonderful gift for a most deserving woman. Can be performed right up to the week of delivery and following delivery once the initial soreness dissipates.Reflexology
Reflexology treats the entire body by applying pressure on specific points on the foot principally, but can also include the ear, face, and hands. By massaging points which relate to specific organs or parts of the body, imbalances in the body can be addressed.

Relaxation
A wonderful massage utilizing a variety of techniques (Swedish, Lomi, passive joint range of motion, etc.) to promote relaxation. Excellent for those who are having their first massage and for those who need to de-stress.

Scalp Massage
A deeply relaxing treatment that invigorates hair follicles and cranial tissues. Includes a brief massage to the neck and shoulders. This massage can be done with or without oil.

Sports Massage
Pre-event / Post event / Performance maintenance.
This massage primarily focuses on fascia release and trigger point work directed specifically at muscles used in athletic activities.

Pricing: half hour: $50, one hour $90 one and a half hours $120

Getting the most out of your massage
Your only job during a massage is to relax as completely as possible. You should feel free to give feedback during your massage.
Be sure to drink lots of water after your massage.
Before your next massage begins, be sure to give us feedback about how you felt after your last therapy.

Massage is by appointment and we do have a 24 hour cancellation policy