Before Your Massage Appointment
You should receive an email from us immediately after successfully booking an appointment. We recommend that you thoroughly complete your client profile and opt-in for emails and text messages from us to receive confirmations, reminders, and specials (like our Birthday Discount). Don't worry, we won't spam you, and we keep all of your information private and secure.
While you are on our website, you can also:
- Print out your New Client Forms and fill them out in advance.
- Get answers to Frequently Asked Questions about massage therapy.
- Find out When Is It Not Okay to Get a Massage?
- Read Tips for Making the Most of Your Massage.
- Make sure you know How To Find Us.
Feel free to browse our site and read our blog for more information about massage therapy and the services we offer. If you have any questions, send us a message or give us a call.
Your First Massage: What to Expect
When You Arrive
Please arrive a few minutes early to your appointment so you can feel relaxed and not in a rush. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early for your first massage appointment to complete your new client forms. Our front desk will check you in and make sure all your paperwork is complete for the massage therapist to review. If you have any coupons or special offers, please let us know when you arrive.
While your massage therapist is reviewing your forms, our front desk will help you sample our selection of essential oils if you would like to include complimentary aromatherapy. It is also a good idea to use the restroom before your massage therapist comes out to greet you. |
Once everyone is ready, your massage therapist will come out to greet you and take you back to the treatment room.
In the privacy of the treatment room, you and your massage therapist will go over your forms and reasons for seeking massage therapy. Your massage therapist will ask you questions to customize your session to meet your specific needs and preferences. You will have the opportunity to discuss any concerns or to ask any questions you may have about massage therapy. Your massage therapist will then briefly go over a plan for your massage therapy session. If you have any questions, feel free to speak up. When you are ready, your massage therapist will exit the room to allow you privacy to undress or change and get comfortable on the massage table. You may prefer to completely disrobe or remain partially clothed. Get comfortable on the massage table underneath the top sheet and blanket. If any adjustments need to be made to the bolsters or face cradle, your massage therapist can help you when they come back in the room. |
Where Will My Massage Take Place?Your massage will be in a private, quiet treatment room. Light relaxing music and dimmed lighting help to create a comfortable and relaxing environment. All rooms also have a chair, clothes hooks, and a mirror. All massage therapy takes place on a professional, padded and heated table with clean linens. The massage table will have a face rest (or face cradle), which allows you to lay in a comfortable face down position. Our fully electric massage tables can also be easily adjusted for comfortable semi-reclined positions. |
Meeting with Your Massage Therapist
During Your Massage
After about 3-4 minutes, your massage therapist will knock on the door and ask permission to enter.
Every massage therapist has a unique style and approach to giving a massage. Most massage therapists begin with some postural analysis and perhaps some gentle rocking and compressions through the sheets to help you settle in and relax. Relaxing massage techniques may be used at first, and as you become more relaxed more specific areas of tension may be worked with deeper pressure. Your therapist will periodically ask for feedback on pressure or techniques, and may gently move your limbs or make requests through out the session. |
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You should expect to be comfortable and relaxed during your massage. If you experience any pain or discomfort at any time, let your massage therapist know right away. Speak up if the pressure needs adjusting, if you need an extra blanket, or if there is anything your massage therapist can do to help you relax.
Communicate with Your Massage TherapistGood communication is key to achieving the best results during your massage appointment. This is your massage. Be sure to give feedback to help your therapist meet your specific needs. The more relaxed you are, the easier it is for us to do our job! If there is anything your massage therapist can do to make you more comfortable, let them know.
Definitely communicate with your therapist if you feel any pain or discomfort, or if you have any concerns during your massage. Some types of massage that work on deep layers of muscle and tissue, such as deep tissue or sports massage, will require more feedback to ensure that the pressure is not uncomfortable. |
Talking During Your MassageYou will experience the greatest benefits from your session if you just allow yourself to become quiet and relaxed... which also helps your massage therapist focus on providing a great massage! |
Concluding the Massage
When your massage is complete, the massage therapist will set out a moist hot towel on a tray for you. Your therapist will then exit the treatment room. Slowly and carefully get off the massage table when you are ready.
You can freshen up with the hot towel, and then just toss it in the basket when you are done. When you are dressed, open the door so it is slightly ajar to let your massage therapist know you are ready for them to come back in. |
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Following Up with Your Massage Therapist
Once you massage therapist sees your door open, they will step back in for a quick follow up with you in the privacy of the massage room.
You and your massage therapist will discuss how your session went, answer any questions you may have about your massage, and make any other notes for your next massage. Everybody is different, so feel free to give your massage therapist honest feedback about what you like and what you don't like about your massage. Massage therapists are capable of some pretty amazing things, but we can't read minds!
You and your massage therapist will discuss how your session went, answer any questions you may have about your massage, and make any other notes for your next massage. Everybody is different, so feel free to give your massage therapist honest feedback about what you like and what you don't like about your massage. Massage therapists are capable of some pretty amazing things, but we can't read minds!
Checking Out
Once you are finished giving your massage therapist feedback, they will walk you back out to our front desk to check out.
If you would like to leave a tip, simply add the gratuity at checkout. Tipping is neither required nor expected, but of course we appreciate the gesture! However, the best appreciation you can show is by referring your friends and family to us and writing a review to let everyone know about your great massage!
If you would like to leave a tip, simply add the gratuity at checkout. Tipping is neither required nor expected, but of course we appreciate the gesture! However, the best appreciation you can show is by referring your friends and family to us and writing a review to let everyone know about your great massage!
Now is also a good time to schedule your next massage appointment.
After Your Massage
Most people feel relaxed after a massage.
How you feel will vary depending upon your personal condition, the types of massage therapy you received, the length of your session, and how often you receive massage. You will generally feel better the more massage therapy sessions you receive as the benefits add up over time. If possible, it's a good idea to have a little quiet time after your massage. This will help prolong the positive effects of the massage and make the most of the time you have invested taking care of yourself. |
Still Have Questions About Getting Massage?
For more answers to commonly asked questions about massage, visit our Frequently Asked Questions about massage therapy.