OMG!! This was a WONDERFUL experience! I have been an on/off member of Massage Envy but couldn't justify their outrageous prices. I do however, swear by the theraputic benefits of massage. So, after suffering from back pain for a month or two I decided to check out this little shop close to my house. I didnt have any expectations necessarily but just wanted someone (anyone) to massage my sore back.
As I said, I've been to various 'spas' and have pampered myself with facials and beauty treatments so this little shop was outside of my norm, but let me tell you...let me shout it from the rooftops...THIS PLACE IS FAB-U-LOUS!!
It's not fluffy, frilly, and pretty, but the therapists (?) put their heart, soul, and body weight into working out the kinks and cracks.
Here's a little nugget about my experience:
I started on my back, clothes ON, and feet in a warm footbath. My therapist proceeded to massage my head and face. Goosebump alert! It felt soooo good to have my head scratched and smoothed, To have my sinuses opened with the strong broad strokes of this soothing massage.
He worked his way down giving my muscles squeezes and presses and I could literally feel the tension deflating. Maybe a scientist would say it was the lactic acid leaving my muscles, but whatever it was, it was great!
My feet were taken out of the bath and dried, and this is where the reflexology came in. I bought 90 mins and he must've spent 30 minutes on my feet alone! There were no tickling movements but deep repetitive strokes that I didnt ever want to stop.
When this portion was over, I moved over onto my tummy and he proceeded to massage the backside of my body. Heavenly!!
Tip: #1 Dont wear those tight, body-fitting workout tops. He had a hard time moving it out of the way. I would suggest loose bottoms (yoga pants) and a t-shirt or loose fitting tank.
#2 Dont expect aromatherapy and contrived nicities either. These guys will smile, point you to your table and get to work. Theres no obligatory chit-chat(which I found to be one of the perks)!
I wont ever go to an over-priced spa when the service and talents are so much better here. With their price point, I can go double the
amount of times too!!