Elena Bratichko Email and Phone Number

Elena Bratichko is a knowledgeable and highly experienced practitioner of massage and bodywork that contributes to health and healing, relaxation, stress reduction, and optimal physical performance. With over 25 years of massage and bodywork experience, Elena has dedicated her career to helping individuals achieve their maximal physical and emotional well-being. Her work is tailored to the individual’s needs, working toward each client’s pursuit of personal health and wellness goals. Continuously searching for different modalities and connections between modalities, Elena relies on her extensive knowledge of Swedish, deep tissue, sports, hot stone, trigger points, cranio sacral, and pregnancy massage, myofacial release, and stretching to address each client’s presenting needs. Elena views every client as a unique individual with unique and continually varying needs. She assesses the client’s needs throughout the session and works to move toward health and balance. A former Olympic medalist, Elena received her massage training in Belarus in 1986, where she worked for many years as a certified massage therapist. From 1976-1979 she attended Saint Petersburg college of Technical Physical Culture and Sports. And in 1985, she graduated from the Belarusian State Physical Culture Sports University with a B.S. in Physical Education. After moving to the United States, Elena attended the Fairfax School of Massage in 2004 and holds massage certification from the Virginia Board of Nursing.For appointments(Mon/Wed/Thur Only) call (703) 993-4028

Swedish-Promotes fluid movement in the circulatory and lymph systems and is the best for relaxation. Light pressure and gentle stokes are use. Recommended for everyone. Deep Tissue-Slow strokes and deep pressure are used. Relieves muscle tension and promotes blood flow. Recommended for someone who is seeking to open their muscle tissues to increase function.Myofascial-Focuses on separating connective tissues by stretching the connective tissues from each other. Creates space for blood flow and helps you relax. Great for someone who suffers from pain, limited range of motion, poor flexibility, restricted joints, and muscle spasms.Hot Stone-Uses hot lava stones to unblock tightness and relieve stress, by using heat and gentle massage. Recommended for anyone who enjoys warmth and a soothing touch.Sports Specific–Benefit all athletes, anywhere from reducing muscle tension, reliving swelling, relaxes muscle spasms, to improving flexibility, range of motion, and enhancing performance. Recommended for anyone who lives an active life. Trigger Point- Combination of stretching and set pressure on hypersensitive areas. Helps relax the muscle and decreases chronic pain. Recommended for someone who has blockages in certain areas. Craniosacral-Balances the central nervous system. Opens blockages in the connective tissue along the spinal cord, which is important because it controls the muscular system as well. Recommended for anyone who experiences inner tension.Intuitive Session-Combination of different techniques that help your body, mind, and soul. Helps to relax, reduce stress, and be more in-tune with your body. Recommended for anyone who experiences physical and/or mental stress.Pregnancy-Uses certified techniques to promote maternal health and well being. Recommended for women who are experiencing discomfort, need hormone regulation, reduce swelling, and/or improve nerves.For appointments(Fri-Sat Only) call (703) 356-3300

Swedish-Promotes fluid movement in the circulatory and lymph systems and is the best for relaxation. Light pressure and gentle stokes are use. Recommended for everyone. Deep Tissue-Slow strokes and deep pressure are used. Relieves muscle tension and promotes blood flow. Recommended for someone who is seeking to open their muscle tissues to increase function.Myofascial-Focuses on separating connective tissues by stretching the connective tissues from each other. Creates space for blood flow and helps you relax. Great for someone who suffers from pain, limited range of motion, poor flexibility, restricted joints, and muscle spasms.Sports Specific–Benefit all athletes, anywhere from reducing muscle tension, reliving swelling, relaxes muscle spasms, to improving flexibility, range of motion, and enhancing performance. Recommended for anyone who lives an active life. Trigger Point- Combination of stretching and set pressure on hypersensitive areas. Helps relax the muscle and decreases chronic pain. Recommended for someone who has blockages in certain areas. Craniosacral-Balances the central nervous system. Opens blockages in the connective tissue along the spinal cord, which is important because it controls the muscular system as well. Recommended for anyone who experiences inner tension.Pregnancy-Uses certified techniques to promote maternal health and well being. Recommended for women who are experiencing discomfort, need hormone regulation, reduce swelling, and/or improve nerves.For appointments(Tuesday Only) call 703-226-1425

Swedish-Promotes fluid movement in the circulatory and lymph systems and is the best for relaxation. Light pressure and gentle stokes are use. Recommended for everyone. Deep Tissue-Slow strokes and deep pressure are used. Relieves muscle tension and promotes blood flow. Recommended for someone who is seeking to open their muscle tissues to increase function.Myofascial-Focuses on separating connective tissues by stretching the connective tissues from each other. Creates space for blood flow and helps you relax. Great for someone who suffers from pain, limited range of motion, poor flexibility, restricted joints, and muscle spasms.Hot Stone-Uses hot lava stones to unblock tightness and relieve stress, by using heat and gentle massage. Recommended for anyone who enjoys warmth and a soothing touch.Sports Specific–Benefit all athletes, anywhere from reducing muscle tension, reliving swelling, relaxes muscle spasms, to improving flexibility, range of motion, and enhancing performance. Recommended for anyone who lives an active life. Trigger Point- Combination of stretching and set pressure on hypersensitive areas. Helps relax the muscle and decreases chronic pain. Recommended for someone who has blockages in certain areas. Craniosacral-Balances the central nervous system. Opens blockages in the connective tissue along the spinal cord, which is important because it controls the muscular system as well. Recommended for anyone who experiences inner tension.Intuitive Session-Combination of different techniques that help your body, mind, and soul. Helps to relax, reduce stress, and be more in-tune with your body. Recommended for anyone who experiences physical and/or mental stress.Pregnancy-Uses certified techniques to promote maternal health and well being. Recommended for women who are experiencing discomfort, need hormone regulation, reduce swelling, and/or improve nerves.For appointments(Sun. Only) call (703) 518-8484

Capital Rowing Club is committed to bringing rowing opportunities and excellence in rowing to the diverse community of the Anacostia River and the larger Washington DC area. Capital is a volunteer-directed, non-profit, educational organization offering rowing instruction for people of all ages, income, and levels of physical ability. Capital Rowing Club offers the benefits of recreational and competitive rowing-- discipline, camaraderie, fitness, knowledge of water safety, and the appreciation for the Anacostia River as a valuable natural and recreational resource—to everyone.This is my passion and my love. If you are interested in joining, please visit the website for more information.