What it felt like
The massage was unlike any IâeTMve had before. My entire body was massaged in long, powerful strokes âe" from my neck, over my back, and down the entire length of my body to my feet.

The 1½-hour session also included massaging of my arms and shoulders and stretching my calves and upper legs.

The unique feature was that the practitioner breathed deeply, so I quickly caught the rhythm and started breathing myself. This resulted in deep relaxation.

My body reacted severely: the next day I was stiff and my glands were swollen. But I could only blame myself as I didnâeTMt drink enough water and didnâeTMt get sufficient rest âe" it was Saturday after all! Still, after a day of being very grumpy, I felt great. I was relaxed and alert, and my body moved much more easily.

The verdict
I recommend this massage to anyone who suffers from stress. But if you suffer from serious medical conditions and/or injuries, you should consult your doctor first.

Be prepared to be covered with oil after a Kahuna session and remember to take things easy for the rest of the day. Take a hot bath and get some sleep.

For a 1½-hour session, expect to pay around R300.