By Navitas Spa & SportsPublished: 25 August 20261 min read
At a glance
Balinese massage blends acupressure on points along the body's energy lines, kneading of the larger muscles, long strokes with botanical oil and gentle assisted stretches, at medium-to-firm pressure. It is more thorough than Swedish and less vigorous than Thai massage, and it is the style Navitas therapists train in with senior instructors from Bali. At Navitas Spa it is available in 50- and 90-minute sessions — ask us on WhatsApp for the current price.
Origins
Balinese massage grew from Indonesian village healing with influences from Indian Ayurveda and Chinese acupressure. Its aim is not only to relax muscle but to move energy — in practice, to work systematically along the limbs and back so that nothing is left unattended.
Compared with
| Compare | Balinese | Swedish | Thai |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oil | Yes, botanical | Yes | No |
| Pressure | Medium–firm | Light–medium | Firm |
| Stretching | Gentle, assisted | Minimal | Extensive |
| Clothing | Undressed, covered | Undressed, covered | Clothed |
| Feels | Thorough, energising | Soothing | Vigorous |
Why Navitas
Navitas therapists are trained with senior instructors from Bali and follow continuous development across all centres, so the Balinese massage is the style they perform most consistently. It anchors the Diamond Package and is the most chosen ritual in the Member Series.
Frequently asked questions
Is Balinese good after a flight?
Very — the stretches open the hips and the long strokes move circulation in the legs.
Is it too firm for a first massage?
Tell the therapist you are new to massage and the pressure is adjusted.