BAREFOOT ASHIATSU MASSAGE IN WATERLOO, IOWA

Broad, Deep Pressure With Barefoot Ashiatsu

Add Barefoot Ashiatsu to your massage for broad, controlled pressure delivered using your therapist’s feet. Overhead bars provide support and balance while your therapist incorporates Ashiatsu techniques alongside your customized massage. 

Barefoot Ashiatsu · $10 Massage Enhancement

 

Why Add Barefoot Ashiatsu?

Broad Pressure

Using the foot allows your therapist to apply pressure across a larger surface area than a hand, thumb, or elbow.

Deeper Work

Ashiatsu can provide the firm, sustained pressure many clients enjoy without relying solely on smaller-point techniques.

Smooth Techniques

Your therapist can use long, flowing movements as well as more focused techniques depending on your session.

Customized to You

Pressure and techniques are adjusted based on your preferences, comfort, and the areas you’d like addressed.

What to Expect With Barefoot Ashiatsu

Overhead Support Bars

Your therapist uses overhead bars for balance and control while performing Ashiatsu techniques with their feet.

Controlled Pressure

The therapist’s feet provide broad pressure that can be adjusted throughout your massage based on your comfort.

Hands + Feet

Ashiatsu can be incorporated into your customized massage alongside traditional hands-on techniques rather than replacing the entire massage.

Experience Massage From a Different Angle

If you enjoy firm, broad pressure, Barefoot Ashiatsu can add a completely different dimension to your massage.

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Barefoot Ashiatsu FAQs

Never tried Ashiatsu before? Here are answers to some common questions about this unique massage technique.

What is Barefoot Ashiatsu Massage?

Barefoot Ashiatsu is a massage technique in which the therapist uses their feet to apply broad, controlled pressure. Overhead bars provide the therapist with support and balance while allowing them to control the amount of pressure being used.

Is Ashiatsu always extremely deep?

No. Although Ashiatsu is well suited to clients who enjoy firm or deeper pressure, the therapist can adjust the pressure based on your preferences and comfort.

Does the therapist walk on my back?

Not in the way you might picture from someone simply standing or walking on you. The therapist uses overhead bars for support and carefully controls their body weight and foot placement while performing specific massage techniques.

Do I book Ashiatsu as a separate massage?

No. Barefoot Ashiatsu is a $10 massage enhancement at Tacora. Choose your preferred massage length and add Ashiatsu when booking with a therapist who offers it.

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