Aquatic Bodywork™ is a very effective and versatile body therapy which makes use of the healing and supportive qualities of warm water. The buoyancy of water allows three-dimensional movements which are not possible on land. Water conveys a feeling of being held and carried which makes the muscles relax considerably of their own volition. Aquatic Bodywork™ relaxes and relieves the musculoskeletal system in surprising and sustainable ways. Rhythmic, harmonious fluid movements bring new stimuli to the body’s awareness, inviting old movement patterns to let go. The range of movements increases and the overall mobility of the body improves. Blockages and tensions can be released, both on a physical and psychological level. The Aquatic Bodywork™ therapeutic process supports the client’s sense of self-awareness through profound contact with their body and emotions and can lead to an increased understanding and awareness of their health and their potential. This treatment method directly targets kinaesthetic body sensation and makes nonverbal access to the self possible.

The specific modes of action are described in the sublinks.