There is a new space in Manning unlike any other. A place where healing, peace, and sacred rest come together under one roof. It’s called PleasanTree Oasis, and at its heart is Yuriy (Uri) Savin, a Jewish healer, massage therapist, and spiritual caretaker whose journey spans continents and cultures.
Born on the 1st of Tevet in the year 5753 (1992), Uri lives between Brooklyn, NY, and Manning, but his heart has taken root here, a town he’s called home on and off for the past eight years.
“I chose Manning because I felt this town deserved something peaceful and rejuvenating,” Yuriy said. “There’s a warmth here, a charm that inspired me to create something that reflects that same energy. This community deserves wellness that feels luxurious and accessible.”
Yuriy is the founder of PleasanTree Oasis, a space born out of both professional training and personal healing. With experience in massage therapy and reflexology gained across four countries, Yuriy brings a global understanding of healing that goes beyond modern Western trends. But it’s his lived experience—his spiritual growth, his understanding of Torah, and his passion for sacred rest—that shapes the essence of his work.
The name, PleasanTree Oasis, reflects this beautifully. Inspired by Jewish teachings and the imagery of nature in Genesis, it evokes a vision of peace. “Like resting under a peaceful tree, as if in Gan Eden,” Yuriy explained. “PleasanTree” represents comfort and grounding, while “Oasis” speaks to the calming, nurturing escape he wants every guest to experience.
To the staff at PleasanTree Oasis, it means a relaxing, sacred space where all you worry about is receiving comforting care. It’s a breath of fresh air, a moment in time just for yourself, even when life feels chaotic and draining.
Each session is completely personalized and tailored to your specific needs. “I take my time to listen to your body’s needs,” Yuriy said, using a blend of techniques that combine relaxation with therapeutic care. Along with massages, PleasanTree Oasis offers luxury touches like hot stones in every session to ensure utmost comfort and relaxation.
The human body is a vessel, not a machine. Yuriy resists the commercialized nature of Western massage culture.
“In the West, massage culture has become heavily marketed. Every slight variation is branded and sold. But healing isn’t one-size-fits-all, and it definitely isn’t something to be sliced into packages. It’s sacred, and it should be honored as such.”
As previously mentioned, instead of selling upgrades, Yuriy includes elements like hot stones, essential oils, and hemp-based products in every session—not as luxury add-ons, but as necessary parts of the healing process.
“The warmth of the stones is like the warmth of a blessing,” he said. “And we use essential oils with reverence. Not as a gimmick, but as part of an ancient, earth-rooted practice.”
His approach is deeply influenced by Jewish wisdom and Eastern philosophy.
“Western medicine waits until the body breaks before acting. But traditional healing teaches prevention, rhythm, and restoration. We don’t just treat symptoms, we help the body remember how to heal itself.”
To Yuriy, every person who walks through the doors of PleasanTree Oasis is seen as sacred.
“In Jewish teachings, every human being is created b’tzelem Elohim—in the image of the divine. That means your rest, your peace, your body—they all matter. Caring for yourself isn’t indulgence, it’s stewardship.”
Clients come seeking relief from stress, chronic pain, emotional heaviness, or simply a moment to breathe. They leave feeling not just relaxed, but realigned—as though they’ve returned to themselves, to their Creator, and to the rhythm of their own breath.
PleasanTree Oasis also honors its community. Yuriy offers seasonal discounts, special pricing for caregivers, and thoughtful promotions shared on social media. Women, for instance, can receive an hour-long massage for just $50 on Sundays before 5 p.m.
Reflecting on the reception so far, Yuriy said, “It’s been humbling. People have come with open hearts. Manning has been good to us, and we want to give back.”
Looking ahead, Yuriy dreams of expanding, not just in space, but in spirit.
“We hope to open a larger healing center one day. But more than that, we want to root this space in community, in justice, and in sacred rest. This isn’t a spa. This is a sanctuary. And sanctuaries grow slowly, but they last.”
