Ayurvedic massages & nutrition
Lomi Lomi massage
Andreas Thierstein Bärenfelserstrasse 28 4057 Basel
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My Ayurvedic treatments are based on traditional Indian medicine. Individually tailored massage techniques, oil treatments and dietary advice help maintain your
health and support your body’s natural healing powers.
The Lomi Lomi massage has its origins in a temple ritual in Hawaii. It accompanies times of transition, letting go and new beginnings. I personally experience Lomi Lomi as a form of bodywork that is profound on a physical, emotional and spiritual level.
Being enveloped in warm oil with dynamic, flowing movements and touches can create a safe space. It offers an opportunity to relax and unwind, helping us to feel freer, more flexible and content.
The Lomi Lomi massage has its origins in a temple ritual in Hawaii. It accompanies times of transition, letting go and new beginnings. I personally experience Lomi Lomi as a form of bodywork that is profound on a physical, emotional and spiritual level.
Being enveloped in warm oil with dynamic, flowing movements and touches can create a safe space. It offers an opportunity to relax and unwind, helping us to feel freer, more flexible and content.
Treatments
First appointment incl. preliminary consultation
75 min -> 155 chf
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Lomi Lomi
90 min -> 180 chf
longer session on request
A full body massage with warm oil. Flowing movements over and beneath the body create a feeling of lightness and being cradled. Special techniques such as «bone washing» promote deep muscular and mental relaxation.
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Abhyanga - the classic
60 min -> 130 chf
90 min -> 180 chf
A balancing and calming full body massage with warm oil. This treatment activates lymphatic flow, detoxifies and stimulates the immune system. It helps to relieve tension and improves skin elasticity.
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Kairali Marma - the sporty one
60 min -> 130 chf
90 min -> 180 chf
A revitalising full-body massage with warm oil. This is an intensive treatment on a body part of your choice and activation of the Marma (trigger) points. Includes elements of mobilizing and stretching. It strengthens the immune system and helps the body to perform efficiently.
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Shiro Pada - head and feet
30 min -> 70 chf
60 min -> 130 chf
Intensive head/neck/back and foot reflexology massage with warm oil or with aroma oil. It is ideal for releasing tension and soothing acute headaches.
First appointment incl. preliminary consultation
75 min -> 155 chf
***
Lomi Lomi
90 min -> 180 chf
longer session on request
A full body massage with warm oil. Flowing movements over and beneath the body create a feeling of lightness and being cradled. Special techniques such as «bone washing» promote deep muscular and mental relaxation.
***
Abhyanga - the classic
60 min -> 130 chf
90 min -> 180 chf
A balancing and calming full body massage with warm oil. This treatment activates lymphatic flow, detoxifies and stimulates the immune system. It helps to relieve tension and improves skin elasticity.
***
Kairali Marma - the sporty one
60 min -> 130 chf
90 min -> 180 chf
A revitalising full-body massage with warm oil. This is an intensive treatment on a body part of your choice and activation of the Marma (trigger) points. Includes elements of mobilizing and stretching. It strengthens the immune system and helps the body to perform efficiently.
***
Shiro Pada - head and feet
30 min -> 70 chf
60 min -> 130 chf
Intensive head/neck/back and foot reflexology massage with warm oil or with aroma oil. It is ideal for releasing tension and soothing acute headaches.
***
Pinda Sveda - herbal pouches
60 min -> 140 chf
90 min -> 190 chf
A full body massage and treatment with herbal sachets warmed in oil. It promotes blood circulation and detoxification. It has a vitalizing and relaxing effect.
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Shirodhara - forehead oil pouring
90 min -> 210 chf
Relaxing full body massage (Abhyanga) followed by pouring medicinal herbal oil on to the forehead. It is highly recommended for neurovegetative disorders and stress symptoms. It has a nourishing effect on the hair and scalp.
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Bonbon - nutritional counseling
60 min -> 130 chf
I identify your nutritional habits and life circumstances as well as your constitutional type (Dosha). Together we create a nutritional plan and an Ayurvedic daily routine. I provide recommendations and recipes to try out and offer supervision and evaluation of dietary adjustments. On request by video call.
Information
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I work at the Bärenpraxis in Kleinbasel. For the treatments I use high quality organic oils. After the massage you can take a shower or ideally leave the oil for another 1-2 hours. In which case do not wear delicate textiles like silk etc.
I work at the Bärenpraxis in Kleinbasel. For the treatments I use high quality organic oils. After the massage you can take a shower or ideally leave the oil for another 1-2 hours. In which case do not wear delicate textiles like silk etc.
I can be reached by phone or email to arrange an appointment or if you have any questions. I speak German, English and French.
Please cancel at least 24 hours before the appointment, otherwise I will have to charge for the agreed treatment.
Payment preferably with Twint or in cash. Many health insurances contribute to the costs through a supplementary insurance, please clarify this in advance. Without supplementary insurance I offer 40% reduced rates for students, IV recipients and Kulturlegi beneficiaries.
Please cancel at least 24 hours before the appointment, otherwise I will have to charge for the agreed treatment.
Payment preferably with Twint or in cash. Many health insurances contribute to the costs through a supplementary insurance, please clarify this in advance. Without supplementary insurance I offer 40% reduced rates for students, IV recipients and Kulturlegi beneficiaries.
Portrait
Indian music, cuisine and yoga led me to Ayurveda. I trained as an Ayurvedic therapist at the Kientalerhof in the Bernese Oberland. I have been working independently in Basel since 2022. From 2022-23 I was employed at the Stadtbad Zurich.
Further training in:
•Lomi Lomi (Bodywork Center Zurich, 2025-26)
•Classic massage basics (Bio-Medica Basel, 2023)
•Aroma massage (Bio-Medica Basel, 2023)
•Shiatsu (Kientalerhof, 2019-20)
Previous training as a teacher, musician and artist. For several years I was a member of Collectif barbare, Mein Verein and in collaboration with pianist Lena Girard. Since 2018 playing in the artist duo Hammer Band.
Thank you ♡
Jan Bachmann – website, illustration
Studio Stucky – video, photos
Hammer Band – music
Zoë Dowlen – translation
Indian music, cuisine and yoga led me to Ayurveda. I trained as an Ayurvedic therapist at the Kientalerhof in the Bernese Oberland. I have been working independently in Basel since 2022. From 2022-23 I was employed at the Stadtbad Zurich.
Further training in:
•Lomi Lomi (Bodywork Center Zurich, 2025-26)
•Classic massage basics (Bio-Medica Basel, 2023)
•Aroma massage (Bio-Medica Basel, 2023)
•Shiatsu (Kientalerhof, 2019-20)
Previous training as a teacher, musician and artist. For several years I was a member of Collectif barbare, Mein Verein and in collaboration with pianist Lena Girard. Since 2018 playing in the artist duo Hammer Band.
Thank you ♡
Jan Bachmann – website, illustration
Studio Stucky – video, photos
Hammer Band – music
Zoë Dowlen – translation
