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| - Thai massage at Urban Nirvana is amazing! My first experience I only had gentle-medium pressure and it was wonderfully relaxing - I felt so light! I have been many times, regularly now and generally have a strong pressure applied. Since I'm a very active person, so much gets released! While different from your regular therapeutic, Swedish or sports massage, Thai massage is just as beneficial, if not more so in some instances. I definitely mix up the types of massages I get now, since they all benefit me in different ways. Even if you don't like "regular" massages, give Thai a shot. You can have both non-registered or registered, simply request when booking. It's all good for me, but I would say that the non-registered traditional Thai is the more beneficial version.
Each session they'll ask you what pressure you prefer and if there are any issues (tightness, injury etc.) you are dealing with. This is assisted massage. You will start out lying on your back and they will move through a series of manipulations that cover off your entire body. The more time you book, the more thoroughly they can treat you. Just remember to stay relaxed, breathe, clear your mind and enjoy the peace! You'll feel euphoric afterwards!
Tips, if it helps: No problems booking on-line or over the phone - nice and helpful. You'll be guided to the massage room (low, lighting) where you will have your curtained off space; it's not a private room (although I believe you can request a private room). Other massages are happening next to you (both men and women). You change into loose clothes (pants, T-shirt) that they provide. No issues - they are clean and fresh. You can bring your own loose clothes but I no longer do as oil and/or the balm that they use might stain your clothes (they won't use anything if you prefer not to. However, the balm is heavenly!!)
(NB: I mean no offence, but please don't moan and groan. It ruins it for everyone else being treated. I've been a number of times where there always seems to be some guy who can't be quiet. It's pretty annoying and it's the equivalent of a "grunter" at the gym.)
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