Thai Massage FAQs

You stay fully clothed for a Thai massage, so wear comfortable clothing that stretches easily. We also have clothing you can change into for your massage.

Thai massage is adjusted to suit each client. You can ask your therapist for soft or deep pressure, and they will watch how you respond and adjust. If your body isn’t used to stretching or acupressure you may feel a little sore afterwards; once that passes, usually by the next day, you’ll feel great and less tense.

We offer 60-, 90- and 120-minute massages. We usually recommend 90 minutes: it gives you time to relax and gives your therapist time to concentrate on problem areas without rushing.

Most guests feel looser, more flexible and less stiff. If it’s your first Thai massage you may feel slightly sore, which normally fades by the next day.

It depends on your health and physical condition, and your therapist will recommend a frequency after your session. Some clients come weekly or every other week to work on problem areas; for general wellbeing, once a month helps keep tension, stiffness and stress from building up.

Yes. Your 60 minutes start when your massage starts, not when you walk in. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to fill in your intake form, change and relax, so your session can start and finish on time.

We’ll give you as much of your session as we can. If your therapist has another appointment afterwards, your session will still need to end at the scheduled time.

If you are having a normal pregnancy and are in good health, you can enjoy massage throughout your pregnancy; see our Maternity Massage Therapy. In the first trimester, or if your pregnancy is high-risk, please check with your doctor or OB-GYN first. Our therapists avoid certain pressure points, use side-lying or supported positions after the first trimester, and never use deep tissue techniques during pregnancy.

All three locations, Sterling, Arlington and Alexandria, are open every day from 10 AM to 8 PM.

Yes. Couples massage needs special arrangements, so it can’t be booked online. Please call your preferred location to schedule.

Yes. Online booking is our preferred method, and you’ll receive an email or phone call to confirm. A credit card is required to secure all appointments.

We accept Visa, Mastercard and cash.

Gratuities are not required but are greatly appreciated; 15–20% of the service price is typical. Tips can be left in cash or by personal check. We can’t add gratuities to a credit card.

We change all sheets, towels and pillowcases after every massage, and massage clothing is used once per client before it’s laundered.

Yes. Members save on every visit, get a monthly massage, guest passes for friends and family, and other perks. See Membership for the three plans.