About Us

Caldera Massages Studio

Caldera Massages Studio, atop the Oia cliffs overlooking the sea, was created in 2006 as a perfect antidote to the stresses and strains of today’s hectic lifestyle. A sine qua non for massage connoisseurs wanting to complement their Santorini holiday’s relaxation with a professional massage in Santorini.

In the beginning the Studio opened its doors right next to the famous church with the three blue domes and as part of the 1864-The Sea Captain’s house, in the cave house adjacent to this small boutique hotel. Very soon we noticed that quite often our customers had to rush out after their treatment to go find a spot for the evening show – the so coveted Oia sunset, in Kastro area. So, in 2010 we decided to move the Studio to a new location, but this time facing the setting sun, completing this way our services and saving the stressful rush to our clients. The “sunset massage” trend in Santorini was born.

Our first goal to provide a thorough, high quality massage was completed through the years with some additions allowing our customers not only to get a good massage but to bring home life lasting memories.

Who is behind Caldera Massages Studio’s Concept

Hi my name is Antonio Totev

I am French with Bulgarian origins, living in Greece. I studied Physiotherapy in the Medical University of Varna, Bulgaria and Chinese acupuncture and energetics in IEATC ( Institut d’Energétique et Acupuncture Traditionnelles Chinoises), Paris, France. I also followed many other courses and lessons in Europe. 

In 2004, I arrived in Santorini and started working slowly on the idea of a massage Studio…”studio” from Latin studere = to learn, as learning & improving is at the base of Caldera Massages Studio, officially opened in 2006. 

I am thankful to have had the chance to cross paths with amazing teachers who inspired me and taught me the skills I am transmitting now to my team.

Here I will mention three who really had a strong influence on me,
but there are many others.

  • Madame Okutsu san, as we were calling her, the Japanese trainer for Shiseido Europe.  I worked in “Shiseido la Beauté”, Place de la Madeleine, Paris, from 2002 to 2004. Okutsu san was also a tea ceremony master who transmitted to us the Japanese beauty secrets and the delicateness of the geisha when performing a beauty treatment or a hands & face massage.
  • Frédéric Bonfils from Figari Institut, Paris. This amazing pedagogue had collected through his various travels all kinds of traditional massage techniques and knowledge from all over the world. He taught us with patience and passion.
  • Thierry Bollet, the creator of the oldest acupuncture school in France. Himself a student of Laville Méry, J.Borsarello and T.Gaurier transmitting the very essence of the traditional Chinese acupunctural knowledge. 

ANTONIO TOTEV – CEO & FOUNDER

SETTING

UNIQUE SETTING

Careful planning and total attention to detail have created a Zen-inspired environment which combines the mystery & charm of a Caldera cave house and Terrace, overlooking the famous Oia sunset, with the ultimate in attentive service. It truly is the perfect place to relax and unwind.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MASSAGES TEAM

CALDERA MASSAGES TEAM

highly trained and experienced staff, personalized care, a combination of ancestral and modern knowledge of the human body – all to achieve the best massage. The Studio’s Massage Therapists provide deep tissue, relaxing or invigorating massages – based on your request. Our professional Massage Team aims to provide a quality and unforgettable Santorini experience.

 

 

AROMATHERAPY

AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE

Enjoy a true aromatherapy experience – all therapies based on traditional aromatherapy. Essential oils aid to calm tensions – everyday pains, balance emotions, help the spirit to regain calm & harmony. Select your own aromatherapy massage oil. Essential oils are biologically, biochemically determined. Ecocert Certified.

 

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