Frequently Asked Questions

On the street, most spaces are free for 2 hours. There is a lot behind our building that is free as well as an all-day parking lot east of our building on Mariposa Ave.

Please wear whatever you are comfortable in. We ask clients to undress to their level of comfort. While on the table, you will be under a sheet.

A 60-minute massage is 60 minutes of hands on time if you arrive on time. We recommend arriving 5-10 minutes before the start of your appointment. 

We recommend not having a big meal before a massage because it might be uncomfortable while lying face down on your stomach.

You can, but it is probably best to let your muscles relax and continue to unwind. We do recommend taking a walk but avoid strength training or high-intensity work.

We recommend once a week if you are dealing with a specific issue. Otherwise, you should aim for once every 4-6 weeks to keep a healthy lifestyle.

Yes. Massage will help reduce your pain. Please make sure you communicate with your therapist during the session about pressure.

We encourage communication during the massage so the therapist uses the right amount of pressure and addresses your areas of discomfort.

Yes! Please check with your doctor to see if it's okay for you to receive during your first trimester. Otherwise, massage is wonderful all the way up to the moment you give birth.  

We use a side-lying position with body pillows, cushions, and other pillows for support. A semi-reclined position with a wedge support may also be used when face up. 

Cupping is a technique where special cups are applied to the skin to create suction. This suction is used to lift the skin and underlying tissues to relieve muscle tension, reduce inflammation, and improve circulations all to stimulate the healing process. 

We use silicone and plastic cups that use a manual pump to create suction. Your therapist may use a combination of gliding movements as well as stationary cups. 

Yes, most likely you will have marks but they will fade. They are not bruises but temporary skin discolorations. Darker marks indicate more congestion and stagnation in the tissues.