Angsana Spa Penang – Javanese Glow Package

Time to check out the Angsana Spa Penang Javanese Glow Package – It’s been a year since I went for a massage.

I wanted to try a new place with the following criteria

• strict SOP protocol
• a blissful spa pampering treatment
• eat satay (really, really!)

So, after checking out a few places, the Angsana Spa seems to fit the bill for an ideal afternoon treat.

My go-to is a Thai massage place downtown.

After a year of not going for treatments, I shudder to think of going for an intense workout.

Thai Massage Treatment Is Different From Javanese Massage

The Thai massage or Thai yoga massage is a traditional therapy combining assisted yoga postures.

The Thai masseuse typically uses her hands, knees, legs, and feet to move you into yoga-like stretches.

She will apply deep muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure.

Generally, an intense workout.

Angsana Spa Penang

The Senja Aman Wellness Centre, assessable via the overhead pedestrian bridge (Level 3), will open by the third quarter of 2021.

The award-winning Angsana Spa offers guests a “Sanctuary of the Senses” for physical, mental, and spiritual renewal.

The Spa on Level 4 of the Wellness Centre comprises eight treatment rooms.

There are ensuite shower facilities for added privacy (five couple and three single rooms)

There is a signature Rainmist Therapy Room with a steam room facility.

The Spa engages a non-clinical and holistic approach using Asian and Traditional healing therapies.

It is a fusion of East and West massage techniques.

Therapists are professionally trained at the Banyan Tree Spa Academy in Thailand, China, and Indonesia.

Guests can select locally made handicrafts, vibrant resort apparel, and signature spa amenities.

Or they can take home the Angsana experience at the Angsana Gallery, located on the resort Lobby Level.

Angsana Spa Javanese Glow Massage

I decided to kick start the new year and spend time reviewing my first-quarter goals in the quiet of my mind.

My treat to myself for another lap around the sun is the Angsana Spa Massage – touted as the Javanese Glow package.

Time to step back, slow down, and let nature heal my body.

I could sense the moment as I stepped in.

The Javanese Glow Package was perfect.

Penang aunty, like me, love a good offer (valid until 31 March 2021)
There were 2 to choose from

• Individual RM350
• Couple RM650

The Javanese Glow Package is valid until 31 March 2021 and includes

• A 60-minute Javanese massage session (worth RM450)
• Complimentary Harmony Massage Oil (worth RM100)
• Complimentary Satay Lilit (worth RM38)
• 20% Off Selected Angsana Gallery Products.

I went to the Angsana Gallery, shopped, and paid for my package to start my session.

Currently, the Angsana Spa operates with four treatment rooms on Level 2 of the Kerongsang Wing.

I met my lovely Therapist, who took me to the treatment room.

The moment I changed, I knew I was in a different caliber of Spa.

The little package of rectangular high-quality ladies’ disposable underwear feels like soft, seamless boys’ briefs.

Not those cheap, elasticated waist and thigh underwear that cuts into your flesh.

Wearing those felt like girls, drawers, or bloomers.

The disposable undies were so comfortable that I wanted to buy them from the Spa for my travels.

It is made in Thailand, and there weren’t any for sale.

What Is Traditional Javanese Massage?

I have been going for a hard Thai massage for the past few years.

After a year of working from home and without much exercise, I felt sluggish.

My neck, back, arms, and fingers feel sore from long hours of writing at my dining table.

My last massage was in 2020, and I needed to retune my body – recalibrate myself.

My Therapist sprayed some hand sanitizer on my hands before I changed.

She waited patiently outside, and I only needed to knock on the door, and she will enter the room.

The room has a wardrobe and a hotel safe for your valuables.

Not to worry, the Therapist will remind you to remove your watch and store that with your purse in the safe.

Angsana Spa Javanese Glow Package – Another Massage Therapy To Try Out!

I used to have a “go-to” for massage therapy.

This time based on the reviews I read and recommendations from the hotel staff.

I was excited to try something I’d never done before.

I’ve tried different massages in the new countries I visited, some as I recall, with hilarious consequences.

One massage place in Hue, Vietnam, looked pristine, but the vicinity’s location and shops looked dodgy.

While Thailand often offers the best overall experience, the masseurs have varying levels of experience.

I decided to try the Traditional Javanese Massage for relaxation.

What Is Traditional Javanese Massage?

Traditional Javanese massage is an ancient technique that originates from Indonesia.

It is categorized as deep tissue therapy due to the intense strokes involved.

A trained therapist uses every part of their hands, including knuckles, to massage the body.

This distinctive approach sets Javanese massage apart from other types.

Typically, oils are used to reduce friction and enhance comfort during the massage.

My therapist was a bit shy but highly skilled.

She instinctively knew where to find knots, applying pressure with her thumbs and fingers to work on various muscles.

The massage focused on pushing and stroking, characteristic of Javanese techniques.

What’s The Purpose Of A Javanese Massage?

The belief is that “air or wind” accumulates in the body over time, leading to toxicity.

These “winds” are thought to cause various aches and pains.

The purpose of Javanese massage is to release the body of these “airs and winds.”

The technique is performed at a high intensity to facilitate this process.

What Does A Javanese Massage Feel Like?

My Javanese massage experience feels very relaxing and calming.

My Therapist used a soft approach; she checked if the intensity was too soft, too hard, or just lovely.

I wanted a relaxing soft massage, and we both agreed that I needed to sleep as I had insomnia.

She started with almost feather-like long strokes to warm up.

Later she moved gently with long strokes that pulled, stretched, and pushed.

What Are Some Things I Should Do Both Before/After A Javanese Massage?

Before getting a Javanese massage, it’s important to hydrate.

Angsana Spa offered me a big mug of pure carrot juice, which was invigorating.

My therapist made sure I stayed well-hydrated.

Since the massage is deep tissue, hydration is crucial.

It helps the muscles become more pliable and easier to manipulate.

I only remember her working on my neck and upper back before I drifted off into a deep sleep.

What Are The Benefits Of A Javanese Massage?

One of the main benefits of the Javanese massage is its intense technique, which provides significant pain relief.

After my session, my entire body felt warm, and I could sense my heart beating fast, almost as if I had just gone for a run.

When I woke up, I felt refreshed, alert, and surprisingly hungry.

I had enjoyed a cheesecake before my massage, anticipating I might burp or feel queasy while lying on my stomach.

To my delight, I felt fantastic, completely relaxed, and enjoyed my food without any discomfort.

Satay Lilit (Minced Meat Satay)

Satay is believed to have originated from Java, Indonesia, while Satay Lilit is a popular dish from the Island of Bali.

I fondly recall my trip to Bali, where I enjoyed lots of meat skewered on lemongrass sticks.

The word “Lilit” roughly translates to “wrap around,” reflecting how the minced meat is wrapped around the skewers.

Various meats can be used, including chicken, mutton, beef, or seafood.

To prepare Satay Lilit, the meat is ground with spices and coconut until it forms a sticky paste.

This paste is then wrapped around the lower part of flat, wide skewers made from bamboo or lemongrass.

The skewers are grilled over a charcoal fire and served with a sweet soy chili or peanut dipping sauce.

Satay Lilit can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course during lunch or dinner.

For my snack, I savored six plump Satay Lilit served with prawn crackers—another favorite of mine!

After my mini-meal and tea, I immediately felt my body releasing some tension.

I mentioned this to my therapist, who smiled and said, “That means your body is effectively getting rid of accumulated toxins.”

Remember, a massage should be relaxing, not painful.

If the pressure feels too intense, don’t hesitate to ask your therapist to ease up a bit.

Many people tend to just “go with the flow,” but this approach might not work for everyone, as our bodies respond differently to various techniques.

I hope you take this advice to heart.

Personally, I had a fantastic session and returned home for a deep, restful sleep.

Even the next day, I still felt a bit sleepy, but I knew my body was recovering and rebuilding during that rest.

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Angsana Spa Penang
11, Jalan Teluk Bahang, 11050 Teluk Bahang, Penang
Telephone: +604 8170 888
Email: [email protected]
Opening Hours: 11.00 am to 8.30 pm (last treatment at 8.30 pm)

 

Blog Disclosure: This is a sponsored blog post, but all opinions are mine. Thank you, Angsana Teluk Bahang, for the staycation invitation.