Welcome
My name is Ariel Figueroa.
My work is the creation of Sacred Space.

As a healing practitioner, teacher, experience designer, and organizational consultant, I create spaces that are safe to open, disrupt old patterns and create a new equilibrium.

Scroll down to explore the ways I work with clients and learn about my approach to life and work.
I look forward to connecting with you!

Thai Massage is to the body, what meditation is to the mind: a way back to your center. It is an ancient form of body work that uses myriad techniques to facilitate the flow of energy in the body, eliminate stress and increase vitality. In my sessions I integrate these Thai techniques with training in Shiatsu under master Ohashi, Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and western orthopedic assessments to provide fully rounded and integrative treatments. 

 Mother nature and the practice of ceremony are the anchors to the retreats I facilitate. My team and I facilitate programs for participants to reconnect with self and spirit using practices and healing arts from cultures both east and west, modern and ancient. Yoga, meditation, dance, breath work, gourmet local farm-to-table meals are just a few of the elements woven into these experiences. In upstate New York and abroad, we invite facilitators, practitioners and teachers to hold space and create community. 

It’s a celebration of love… thee best kind of celebration! In many ways it can be very similar to a rollercoaster. But within this amazing ride is an invitation to become fully present with another human being that you will experience in no other way in your life. As an officiant, I look to make this a true reflection of your partnership and design bespoke ceremony that lands on the perfect note.

I have known Ariel for over a decade and can attest to the degree of professionalism, respect and light-heartedness he brings to his practice. He truly cares for his clients and their well-being and it shows in the focus and compassion he leads with at each encounter. In addition, Ariel possess a tremendous fountain of energy from which he is able to draw upon to heal those he works with.  Sessions with him will be the needed salve for your body and spirit. 
- Susan Barnes, Entrepener, Brooklyn NY
 

Ariel Figueroa is an exceptional body worker and amazing healer. I went to him for some relaxation and he not only helped me relax but helped me see myself in a completely different way. His technical acumen is superb. His questions before the session set the tone and helped put my session in context, and afterwards he made me feel supported, something I really needed. I unreservedly recommend his services to anyone who wants relaxation, healing and a session that is many cuts above what is available in New York. This is saying a lot given my experience with other practitioners and the work I do. He is the real deal and someone you will want to work with.

- Julio Cortez, Health Coach and Energy Healer, New York NY
 

Ariel is an extremely warm and caring healer. My Thai massage experience with him helped to increase my chi or energy while deeply stretching my limbs and muscles in a way I'm unable to do on my own. I even felt my nasal passageways open up allowing for more enhanced breathing!  Ariel's ability to create a sacred space made me feel as if I was "transported" to a place of ultimate wellness and well-being. I highly recommend Ariel's Thai massage and am looking forward to more myself.
- Olivea Sure, 33, Reiki healer, NYC
 

Ariel is a true healer. During the times we've spent together, I've gotten as much out of his spectacular ability to release tension in my body, as I have from the palpable care and concern Ariel so clearly has for my well being. He's a rare human that's able to break down complex spiritual paradigms into easy to understand concepts that he weaves into everything he does. Our sessions are as good for my body as they are my soul. 
- Mark Krassner, Entrepreneur, Cold Spring, NY