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Proving quality barefoot massage to the St. Louis community. To learn more about this style of bodyw

04/27/2023

Introducing our new interns! 👏👏👏 We are thrilled to welcome Tonica and Samantha to our space as they begin offering Barefoot Massage. They took their first class with Center for Barefoot Massage a few weeks ago and came back eager to get started. (Thanks Sharon, their CBM instructor located in Decatur, Alabama! They raved about you.) Over the next few months we will be providing them additional support through observed sessions and one-on-one instruction so they can hone in on this practice. As awareness of this modality grows in St. Louis, we love using our resources to support fellow massage therapists interested in using their feet.

So what does this mean for you, the receiver?! Well, you can also help these LMTs get more comfortable using their feet while taking care of yourself. Intern appointments are available at a lower rate than sessions with our more advanced Barefoot Therapists. Some sessions, with the permission of the client, will also be observed. These appointments might experience more interruption as the intern can ask questions/receive feedback from the observing therapist while working. It’s a unique experience to be a receiver in a classroom-like setting. We can almost guarantee you’ll learn something too.

Interested in booking with Tonica or Samantha? You can schedule online by using the link in our bio, options can be found under “Intern Barefoot Ashiatsu.” Or you can call/text us at 314-287-3031! They won’t be with us forever so snag a spot before they go out on their own!

11/07/2022

The Connected Bodywork crew started the week with a private yoga class with our friends at Fly Yoga in Midtown. Ashley was such an amazing instructor, she even catered the class to us Barefoot Massage Therapists. We focused a lot on foot, ankle, and calf mobility and strength. We learned some new ways to tend to our mighty tools. Highly recommend checking out the classes at Fly! Beautiful space, beautiful people!

10/27/2022

As you can tell, we take a lot of pride in how we have curated our space. We know that your experience begins as soon as you enter our front door, not just when you are receiving your massage. From calming sounds and smells to local art and books to browse, we have created a place that feels like arriving to the home within yourself.

Take time to connect to yourself by scheduling a massage with us! Link to book online is in our bio or text 314-287-3031

10/19/2022

We are so excited that Amanda of will be blessing us with this new offering, beginning this Thursday!

Join Amanda for 45 minutes guided Chakra meditation followed by 15 minutes of journaling and sharing. This practice offers another tool for you to continue seeking the most important you’ll ever have, the one with Self.

Please pre register for this beautiful class by using the link in our bio. We hope to see you Thursday!

09/28/2022

For only $10.77 you can look as happy as this person! Oooorrrr… you can see a professional 😊 cervical traction is often incorporated in our sessions. This can aid in alleviating neck pain, tension, and tightness. By lifting the head and gently pulling away from the shoulders, we create space between the vertebrae to relieve any compressing, allowing the muscles to relax. Our heads can be very heavy(literally and figuratively) so having someone hold that weight, even just for a moment, feels amazing!

Reach out, we will chat with you to make sure cervical traction is the right move.

Appointments available this week! Book online using the link in our bio or text 314-287-3031

06/16/2022

As long as you are okay with it, we work on the glutes! From low back and hip pain to issues with range of motion, the glutes can carry a lot. By using different parts of our foot, we can apply broad to pinpointed pressure to help ease tension. And it feels less invasive than hands!

A few appointments remain for the month of June! Schedule yours today by texting 314-287-3031 or book online using the link in our bio!

06/08/2022

Let’s talk scapula, aka the shoulder blade! The scapula provides a point of attachment for a number of muscles that make up the arm and shoulder. And with the clavicle and humerus(upper arm bone), it forms the shoulder joint. By not attaching directly to the spine, but rather being held in place by muscles, it is able to move freely with the arm, providing a wide range of movement and mobility.
As you can see in the second photo, there are a number of muscles that sit under the scapula. For some folks, especially those that sit at a computer for long hours, the scapula becomes almost “glued” to the back and they lack shoulder mobility. By using the outer edge of our foot, we can work to “unstick” the scapula, no pokey fingers under there!
This isn’t the case for everyone but we do see it quite often. Schedule a session with us and we would love to talk more about your scapula and it’s function!
Book online using the link in our bio or text 314-287-3031

06/06/2022

A fun market happening Saturday and we were able to join the awesome line up! Sara will be there offering Thai Massage demos, $1 per minute. Stop by, get some bodywork, and shop these local vendors. And check out the full week of Pride events happening at Carondelet Yoga!

05/31/2022

Upcoming soundbath on Sunday, 6/12 at 4 pm!
Join Alexandra from Hear me Roehr for a sound bath meditation that combines Angelic and Shamanic Energies!

During this event you will be guided into a deep meditation that will align you to receive the fullness of the sound bath...

Focus:
- balance chakras and energetic frequencies
- gain clarity and guidance
- peace, love, harmony, abundance, and health

Details:
- 1 hour guided meditation with Sound Bath
- Energetic clearing and Blessing
- Animal Oracle Card reading to personalize group intention

05/19/2022

You might recall a few weeks ago we started talking about the history of Ashiatsu Massage in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We want to continue sharing this rich history with you. It’s a great reminder, for us as practitioners of this work, as well as being a teaching moment for you!

In Japan, this work is known as Barefoot Shiatsu. In traditional Shiatsu, the practitioner uses their hands and fingers, but in Barefoot Shiatsu the feet are used to apply pressure to specific points. The goal here is to correct imbalances and open energy channels. Working with the client on the floor, the practitioner maintains balance by holding onto a bamboo stick for support. Working with the client clothed, practitioners will focus on pressure points relating to the balance and circulation of Chi (energy). Barefoot Shiatsu is a whole body approach, taking into consideration diet, breath, posture, and nutrition.

Throughout centuries, Barefoot Massage has evolved in a number of ways and spread across the globe. Each technique is uniquely beneficial and we can say, without hesitation, that it is an art form.

05/12/2022

The mural is officially done! And we LOVE IT. In between clients, you will likely find us chilling on these steps just staring at it. Want to see it in person? Join us tomorrow evening for a Cacao Ceremony led by and We can almost guarantee that the combo of the ceremony and the mural will make you feel like you are floating… A few tickets remain! Purchase one using the link in our bio.

And a major, major shout out to , the artist behind the mural. Brother and friend, he brought our vague vision to life. Calming yet weird is what we told him and he certainly delivered. As a Chicago-based artist, this is his first wall in St. Louis(😮)! Show him some love 💛

05/05/2022

The month of May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. As practitioners of Barefoot Ashiatsu, we must recognize and respect the deep history of this modality. Throughout the month, we will share portions of its beautiful past with you and we hope you learn something along the way.
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It is believed that Barefoot Ashiatsu was first developed in Kerala, India 2000 years ago by practitioners of martial arts and used as part of their training to increase flexibility and recovery time from injuries. Barefoot Massage quickly spread to other parts of Asia.
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In China, instead of being seen as a relaxation method, Ashiatsu is considered to be an application of Chinese Traditional Clinical Medicine. It was developed to cure people’s pain at the Emperor’s Court and later was offered to ordinary people. In ancient Chinese medical books, such as “Huang Di Nei Jing” and “Jin Kui Yao Lue,” Ashiatsu was mentioned to have two main purposes; pain killing and global health care. Over time, Chinese medicine experts have devised a specific footwork program that is based on acupuncture, meridians, and trigger point therapy and is now widely used in China.
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In what ways are you honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month? Have you donated to an organization that we should be aware of? Or maybe you are supporting AAPI owned businesses, artists, musicians, restaurants, etc and if so, share them in the comments! We will continue talking about the history of Barefoot Ashiatsu next week!

05/01/2022

In more exciting news, Steph Plant returns this month for a second performance of “The Cup.”

"THE CUP" is a mystical and medicinal musical performance that takes you on a healing journey of mind, body, and spirit. This song cycle is channeled by Steph Plant and arranged to harmonize with the transcendent frequencies of pure quartz crystal singing bowls. Part ritual, part concert, part sound bath. "THE CUP" is alive with sacred intention to awaken, activate, and alleviate as audience members allow themselves to be open to magical possibilities...

There is limited seating for this special event so grab a ticket before they’re gone! Link in bio to purchase.

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04/29/2022

Why try feet?! Feet are very sensitive and provide a broader, more consistent pressure. They also contour to the body nicely, most clients mention that they can’t even tell we are using our feet.
Why do we use our feet?! Simple, it saves our bodies from the wear and tear that comes from doing hands-on massage. We can also pick up and move limbs around with our feet, which impresses a lot of clients. 😆
Give Barefoot Ashiatsu a try! Schedule now using the “Book Now” button in our bio! Or call/text 314-287-3031

04/22/2022

Kicking off the month of May welcoming Alex ( ) and Jen ( ) to the Connected Bodywork Studio. If you are interested in an evening off relaxation mixed with intention setting, this just might be what you need. To purchase a spot, visit the link in our bio.

04/18/2022

Spring is sprungin’(it’s a word, go with it) at the Connected Bodywork Studio, that is for sure! As the Earth continues to wake up from its winter slumber, we are soaking in the inspiration to collaborate and connect with so many beautiful souls that inhabit this wonderful planet. And because April showers bring May flowers, so too will you see our beloved studio bloom in different ways come May. Expect some exciting announcements in the coming days/weeks and remember that yes, our space is for bodywork, but it’s also a place for community. We look forward to sharing more of that with you. 💛

04/07/2022

Read what clients are saying about the incredible therapists here at the Connected Bodywork Studio! Schedule your next massage with any of these therapists and we just know you won’t regret it.

03/25/2022

Shout out to local, woman-owned biz for this AMAZING piece! How incredible is this?!?! The mossy greens against the rusty brown is just perfection. We can’t wait to show this piece off. Give Samantha a follow!

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Olivette, MO

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Monday	11am - 8pm
Tuesday	10am - 8pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 7pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm
Sunday	10am - 3pm

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Who is Connected Bodywork, LLP?

Connected Bodywork isn't your average massage. By providing a more dynamic approach, we cater each session to the individual client's needs.

Connected Bodywork therapists specialize in barefoot massage therapy. We have trained with some of the top leaders in the barefoot massage industry and believe that this work takes a new approach to working smarter, not harder. By using our feet we are able to provide a deeper, more consistent pressure without the pain of pokey elbows or knuckles.

Owners and Therapists, Melissa and Alicia, started Connected Bodywork at the beginning of 2020. Both have been dedicated to barefoot massage since early 2017. They have passion for not only providing a quality service but an overall experience when you visit Connected Bodywork. Whether you are looking for a therapeutic approach or need some time to relax, CB is excited to be a part of your self care journey.

Book a session with us to find out if Connected Bodywork is the proper fit for you!