"Yesterday, I received my 1st skin rolling treatment by Niles Szwed.  I have to say i was a little bit skeptical & unsure of how it would feel.  When I had massages in the past, the skin rolling portion ws slightly uncomfortable.  Niles' technique was gentle & effective.  His touch was very precise as I felt he was accessing different layers of the epidermis.  Going deeper on each roll, always checking in with me & my comfort level.  It felt as though he was bringing intention & energy up and out of the surface layer of skin.  After the treatment I was left relaxed and energized.  I recommend the skin rolling technique for people who want more out of a massage both relaxing & therapeutic."

Coleen Lindstrom DC

"Niles Szwed has been coming to our house every week for about five years now.  He came highly recommended by several doctors and we can’t say enough about him.

"He is everything you would want in a massage therapist and more.  He is incredibly knowledgeable about the human body and is technically superb, but in addition, he is highly intelligent and intuitive, which makes him anticipate effectively.  He started the Rolling Technique on us a few years ago and I must say, it is very invigorating.  The overall sensation is not unlike working out, initially, and then a feeling of total relaxation afterwards.  I am sure Niles can relate the science behind it much more eloquently; whatever it does, it makes one feel good.  We have gotten so used to Niles’ healing ways that whenever we travel, which is quite a bit, we try to think of ways to take him with us…

"...I strongly urge you to retain his services; I guarantee you will not be disappointed"

 Michelle Min-Walker, Designer/Owner, Bryn Walker

  "As a teacher I know very well that while someone may be expert at a skill, this does not mean that they can teach or convey that skill to others.  I tell you with confidence that Niles Szwed is both a fantastic bodyworker as well as a competent teacher.

"Niles was my first massage instructor.  His extremely calm demeanor and slow but steady pace allowed for all students to feel at ease and progress as a group.  He would gently coach each student according to their needs, allowing the slower ones to practice and assimilate the information while giving additional tips and techniques to the more advanced students, so that everyone was always learning.

"One thing that stood out about Niles' teaching was the relevance of the material.  He has been doing bodywork for many years in many different types of locations and situations and has a strong grasp of how the business of doing massage works out in the world.  For example, some strokes work well on smaller bodies, but may be difficult with very large bodies.  He would share small, but very useful ways to adapt for variations like this.  Another example is how to change a massage sequence to fit a 1 ½, 1, or ½ hour time frame.  He was open about sharing many "tricks of the trade" that come only from experience.

"As a human being, I believe that Niles Szwed is a genuinely caring human being, truly one of the best masseurs that I know ( ...and I am very picky!), and would be an asset to your staff..."

 Hylah Egeland, former instructor, World School of Massage & Advanced Healing Arts

"I became the first full time practitioner of Rolling Chua Ka, or skin rolling in 1975.  I have performed over 40,000 individual treatments and have trained numerous practitioners in this new modality.  I have taken Niles (Szwed) and Laura (Scott) to personally train and mentor them as they have shown an unusual aptitude, skill, conscientiousness, and integrity in this work.  These are the only persons that I currently recommend to perform these treatments and I  have personally and happily experienced their extra ordinary treatments.
“Furthermore, I encourage them to train beginners in this work. Should you have any inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact me.”

Gerald Harvey, Founder & Pioneer of Radiant Skin Chua Ka 

“The work Laura (Scott) and you (Niles Szwed) did on patients made treating them very easy for me. I was able to work at maximum depth and pressure without any unpleasant sensations for the client.”

Gerald Harvey, Founder & Pioneer of Radiant Skin Chua Ka (after working with some of our clients)

“Mr. Szwed is a very good teacher who knows how to deliver the body to his students.  His teaching is precise and is very explicit.  He teaches so that everyone understands the message that he is trying to bring across to students.

“Having Mr. Szwed come to St. Lucia to conduct this training was indeed refreshing and informative.  Because of his experience in the field of Body Work, I feel that he can and is capable of teaching everyone at all levels of bodywork.”

Barbara Donaie, Spa Director, Ti Kai Pose Spa, Ladera Resort, St. Lucia  (after Techtuitive Bodywork Spa Training)

"I have been a student and, occasionally, teacher of body related therapies for the past twenty years. During this time, I have grown to appreciate the fact that most body therapists are mediocre at best, while a handful are truly special. Niles Szwed is one of these rare individuals. He brings to his work a unique combination of skill, sensitivity and energy that make receiving a treatment from him a consistently healing experience. As my life has become more complex and stressful, I have found that his nourishing contributions have become increasingly valuable. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone interested in experiencing body therapy at it's finest.

Dr. Ken Dychtwald, Author, BODYMIND, and AGE WAVE

"...Highly recommended."

   Dean Ornish MD, author, EAT MORE, WEIGH LESS, and DR. DEAN'S PROGRAM FOR REVERSING HEART DISEASE 

"I am very impressed!  I have always had good skin, but ever since I turned 35, things have gone a bit “downhill” with my shape.  Niles Szwed introduced me to skin rolling, via his “Radiant Skin Chua Ka” and really turned things around for the better!  I have been told more than once that I look even younger than ever, and my boyfriend says that I look better than when we met 4 years ago!!!  I have also noticed that my chronic arm and wrist pain has gone almost completely.  I have had 7 sessions with Niles and I am going to continue indefinitely.

"Thank you Niles and your 'Radiant Skin Chua Ka!"

Charity Miller, Intuitive Bodyworker

"I have been the recipient of massage sessions from Niles for years & I have also given him many a massage in return as we both are dedicated massage therapists. However I must admit Niles excels in what he does, namely penetrating the body with such concentration and delicacy that I am left bewildered as to how I acquired all that tension in the first place, when under his skilled hands I so effortlessly release it. I also learn to pay more attention to my own body as I work on him in order to feel more at ease, aligned and refreshed at the end of each massage. You have to try Niles to believe it- he is truly a gifted healer and teacher. 'Par Excellence'. "

Shoshana Corson CMT

"...He goes out of his way to serve his clients in the best possible way. His hands find the source of pain as if guided by radar - then send relief.

"His manner is professional and kind. I immediately feel secure and pampered. Niles' sensitive, loving spirit offers a genuine desire to heal, engaging his clients to establish their wholeness.

Dee Knowland, Former Proprietor, The Best Me salon & spa (formerly in Oakland, California)

"Niles' strong, sure hands have an exquisite knowledge of the body, far surpassing most bodyworkers I've experienced. His work is very effective, particularly for a shoulder injury I had."

   Anna Harvey, DC

“Great deep massage."

Ken Kaufman, Producer, New Living Expo

Rave reviews for Laura Scott  & Radiant Skin Chua Ka style skin rolling

“I am writing this to rave about the fantastic results from skin rolling performed by Laura Scott.  There have been profound changes in my skin tone, large cellulite reduction (seriously amazing!!), overall leg size reduction, breast uplifting and wrinkle reduction.  My skin is more youthful looking and glows.  I know this sounds ridiculous that this could all be accomplished with just a skin rolling procedure but I have found it to be true.  I started with Laura just on her recommendation so really didn’t have many expectations.  The results have been noticeable within 2 visits (not true for some) and cumulative!  It continues to improve and previous rolling session results do not disappear.”

Dr. Kathy O’Connor D.C.

“Overall, the majority of my chronic aches and pains are no longer there since Laura Scott has started doing skin rolling treatments on me.  I find the work extraordinary.  It has left me with a greater sense of wellness.  I feel my thighs are smoother, and discolorations on my legs have faded out.  My skin tone has become more youthful and vibrant as a result of Laura’s rolling sessions.”

Julia Faller, Founder & Formulator, Benedetta (Fresh Aromatherapeutics & Skin Care)

“As an amateur body builder, I have found skin rolling to be not only extremely relaxing but it also has helped to break up excess fat on my body to give me a sleeker look overall.  I’m so excited about learning it!”

Angela Botai, Esthetician

“I am a fairly active 62-year-old female, go to the gym 2 to 3 times a week, and am a slender 130 pounds at 5’5” tall, but I’ve had a consistent problem in trying to get rid of a lot of extra fatty skin on my thighs, as well as some saggy skin on my upper arms.  Since getting Laura’s rolling massages, I’ve noticed a tightening and slimming in both areas, especially my thighs!  I can’t wait to see further results!  Bless you, Laura!!”

Gene Flint, RN

“I was introduced to rolling by Laura Scott.  I felt GREAT after my first treatment.  After my second treatment, I felt great AND I noticed physical improvements!  Foremost, I observed my “chicken neck” transforming to my more youthful neck.  That’s amazing!  I’ve had years of bodywork therapies, but I’m hooked on rolling!  Laura is compassionate, knowledgeable—an excellent practitioner.  She’s a keeper!”

P. Allen, Bodyworker, 15 years

“Gerald (Harvey) was presented to me as a ‘master of rolling’ by his protégée Laura Scott.  I couldn’t agree more.  In my recent initial session with Jerry, I experienced more improvement in my body than in years of “the best” bodywork therapies put together.  The most dramatic aspect was my immediate and continuing relief from decades of back issues (including my L5 spondylolisthesis).  It felt like a miracle.  I felt lighter.  I felt free.  I want more!  To that end, I will remain his client.”

P. Allen, Bodyworker, 15 years