Spa at the hotel
Charlevoix – Isle-aux-Coudres

Faced with a growing demand from a clientele in search of serenity, reconnection, and a return to nature, the Hotel Cap-aux-Pierres now offers, in its wellness center, shiatsu sessions provided by a certified massage therapist.

An oriental manual therapy, shiatsu borrows the theory of the 5 elements from Chinese medicine and uses the energy specific to each of the meridians.


This harmonizing practice is received dressed and lying on the ground on a futon (Prefer a soft and comfortable outfit). It consists of rocking and kneading, rotations and stretches of the arms and legs, as well as pressures on certain points along the meridians.

During the session, the practitioner pays special attention to the recipient’s energy balance. Using gentle non-invasive techniques and the consideration of posture and body mechanics, this technique aims to relieve pain and tension and promote relaxation and well-being by stimulating energetic pressure points.

“Shiatsu is not a massage like any other. By acting in depth, it provides much more than relaxation. The pressure lines allow for a unique feel that is incomparable to other manual methods.”