From start to finish, Bliss made the first massage ever for my 64 year-old Mother this Mother's Day…read moreweekend very enjoyable. The owner was very communicative, accommodating, and understood the specific needs of my Mom. Eric, the masseuse, is very laid back, easy to talk to, and took the time to put my mother at ease and accommodate her requests during the massage. Mom said several times after her hour-long massage was done that she "feels like a new woman." She's been having some neck tension and spasms, and we wanted to treat her to a massage this Mother's Day to help alleviate some of that. This experience was so pleasurable for her and she notes that she will take Erin's recommendation and schedule a massage now once a month. Bravo! Thank you for helping us pamper our Mom in this very special way.

Okay, this is hands down (no pun intended!) the best massage in Columbia…read more Jennifer Brown is the Licensed Massage Therapy of Bliss Massage Therapy. She is located in the Personally Fit gym on Gadsen. There are about 5 reserved parking spots to the side as well as metered spots out front. You need to go to the back of the gym and turn right to find her. Inside, you have a relaxing seating area and then the massage room. She will give you your choice of music. If you are congested, she likes to use eucalyptus to open up those nasal passages. Just a little background on me: Today, I sat down and finally counted the # of massage therapists I have tried in Columbia for a deep tissue massage. The total? 8. Yup, at several other brick-and-mortars in the city. I like a true deep tissue massage, not gentle Swedish strokes though she does offer Swedish as well. She hits my tension knots every single time without missing and I consistently leave much more relaxed and relieved. Jen truly has a gift of a healing touch as well as a caring empathetic bedside manner to her. She will make you feel at ease instantly. I moved out of Cola recently, and I honestly wish I could have taken with me in my luggage. If you need tension relief, please visit her. If you're like me, you will leave with a goofy blissed-out smile and noodle-like body!

What a special place The Transcendent Table truly is. Professional and creative the therapist is…read morewith her treatments. I went in with a head ache and general back pain and Aimee, the owner and therapist paid such attention to the problem areas, then proceeded to give me the best massage I have ever had. She really stands out among the typical spa places. Thank you Aimee!

The best massage I have received! Aimee is very patient and takes her time with each customer. Very…read morefriendly atmosphere. Prices are very reasonable for the area.

After spraining my knee, I scheduled a stretch therapy session. I arrived at my session on crutches…read moreand in severe pain. Following my session, I was able to walk out, having forgotten my crutches. Reach out to my favorite massage therapist, "Vic." He's simply the best. Tell him that Patricia sent you.

Had a great massage by Vic this week. His quiet, calm attitude and peaceful office was just what I…read moreneeded after a crazy weekend. Definitely going back and well worth the 40 minute drive.

Carole is incredible at what she does. And is so inviting and welcoming. I am incredibly picky…read moreabout getting massages because I like a relatively strong deep tissue massage and she really delivered! It's taken me a while to find a masseuse that's really listened to what I wanted and what my body was needing. When I first came in, she asked me what I wanted to focus on specifically and she also did a body assessment on me and recommend working on my hips and thighs first because my posture was askew that was part of the cause of my shoulders being out of balance. I was truly truly impressed. I can confidently say I will be back and will bring as many friends with me as I can. If you are looking for someone who cares about you and spending time on you please don't walk run to Ashiatsu. Carole is truly a joy and does a great job. Thank you

Carole is amazing. My first Ashiatsu massage and no other massage compares. Getting that way deep…read moretissue massage and hitting all those tension and pressure points to the fullest. Carole is extremely professional, kind and makes you feel comfortable. I will drive an hour to see her anytime. She is amazing !!! I would recommend any of their services.

I can't give the amount of star is that I would like to give. This was the best experience that…read moreI've ever had for a massage. Totally professional very personable. I had an enjoyable time. This will be a regular thing that I do from now on. I had a back injury a year and a half ago and I have had some pain and discomfort ever since then. It's easy for me to overdo it and inflame the back and hip, which is what happened a month and a half ago while traveling. I've been in pain since then but I was able to walk out of there with no pain for the first time in a month and a half.

I have been seeing Megan for over 2 years. I go every two weeks. As a senior citizen, a teacher for…read more38 years who is still in the classroom, and as a Spinal-Cord injury survivor, she makes it possible for me to manage the pain and do all the things I love to do.

Yes. That actually strengthens the review because it raises a fair question about why you were…read moreassigned to Shenekwa when the spa apparently identifies Kirstie with that specialty. I'd word it as a question rather than claiming anything about their staffing decisions: I booked a lymphatic drainage massage yesterday, and unfortunately, this was one of the worst day-spa experiences I've had. I've been to plenty of spas and have had lymphatic massage before, so I had a reasonable expectation of what this service should be. What makes this especially disappointing is that I explained to my therapist, Shenekwa, that my doctor specifically recommended lymphatic drainage massage to help my body decongest. I explained that this was an important massage for me and that I needed someone experienced and knowledgeable in lymphatic drainage. I specifically asked Shenekwa whether she had performed lymphatic drainage massages before and about her experience with them. She told me that she has several clients she performs them on. After experiencing the service and listening to her responses when I asked questions about lymphatic drainage, I personally find that very difficult to believe. She would give me answers, but they were vague and unhelpful and did not demonstrate the level of knowledge I would expect from someone regularly performing this specialized service. The massage itself was equally disappointing. She used a cheap-feeling aloe vera gel and didn't even have enough product to complete my massage. She actually ran out during the service and continued rubbing and massaging areas of my skin DRY. It was uncomfortable and completely unacceptable for a professional spa service. The lymphatic drainage technique and sequence also did not resemble what I have previously experienced with this type of massage. The entire service felt low-effort and as though very little care was being put into it. I actually felt worse when I left than I did when I arrived. What makes this even more frustrating is that, according to the spa's own website, Kirstie is listed as specializing in lymphatic massage. If the spa has a therapist who specifically specializes in the service I booked, why wasn't I scheduled with her? Especially when I made it clear that this massage was recommended by my doctor and that having someone experienced was important to me. Had I known there was a therapist there who specifically specialized in lymphatic massage, I absolutely would have requested her. There was also an issue before my appointment even started. About 30 minutes before my scheduled 4:00 p.m. appointment, Shenekwa spoke to my husband and told him that she was getting a tire changed and would be running late. I still arrived before my scheduled appointment because I'm always on time. When I arrived, she was already there and apparently able to start on time. I'm glad she made it on time, but since she had spoken to my husband to say she would be late, she could have contacted us again to let us know that she had actually made it back on time. It left me wondering what would have happened if I had relied on what she told my husband and arrived at the later time she indicated. Would I have then been considered late or charged for being late? Clients are expected to respect appointment times, and that consideration should go both ways. If you're going to charge premium day-spa prices for a specialized service like lymphatic drainage massage, you should make sure the therapist performing that service is properly trained, knowledgeable, and skilled in that specific technique. And if you already have someone on staff whom your own website identifies with lymphatic massage, I don't understand why clients booking that specialized service wouldn't be placed with that person. I still gave Shenekwa a $9 tip because I felt she at least tried, but the service failed miserably to meet my expectations. I left feeling worse than when I arrived, and I would absolutely never return. I've had many day-spa experiences, and I've never had one quite like this. For the amount of money being charged, customers deserve a much higher level of professionalism, knowledge, and care.

I am 22 and had my first ever massage with Dawn Hurley and it most certainly won't be my last! I…read morecame in with muscle tightness stemming from my hyper-mobility and bad posture and I left feeling like I had a new body. Dawn heard my concerns and addressed them by confirming where my muscle tightness was and focusing on those areas with a mix of heavy and light massage. There was one point where I had extreme tightness in my upper back and Dawn massaged some muscle up there and I felt it loosen the entire way down to my butt; I have never experienced a relief/release like that. I can honestly say that this massage experience changed my life as I will be seeking out that same relief from anything and everything. The atmosphere is also unmatched, cozy rooms with comfy sheets and blankets and fans to keep you at a comfortable temperature. Plus, it all ends with a heavenly head massage. 1000/10 experience, pleaseee go visit Dawn to start your day off with rejuvenated muscles!

Found Get Bent Massage & Stretching online after searching for someone that could perform cupping…read moretherapy in Columbia... After checking out his website and Facebook, I filled out the contact form on his site to inquire about an appointment. Rob contacted me shortly after via email to tell me his availability for cupping and to get a little more info from me as to why I was interested in this type of massage. We confirmed an appointment for Friday!!! I arrived and he took me to the massage room - we discussed again what I was looking to work on (and I noticed he had Gua Sha tools/scrapers too). He explained everything as he went along with each cup and we discussed the Gua Sha massage (which I'm very interested in as well) and he even performed a little on my neck which helped cool me down (I'm naturally hot). I never felt uncomfortable. After the cupping massage was over he did a little stretching on me for my hams, hips and calves. Rob was very friendly, polite, and knowledgeable!! Scheduling was a breeze! I'd highly recommend checking this place out for traditional massages, cupping, Gua Sha, stretching etc! I can't wait for my next appointment!

Rob McCue is not only one of the most amazing massage therapists in Columbia, but one of the most…read moreawesome people. He is a very talented massage therapist who is always continuing his education & learning new techniques. I have benefited from both his work with me using cupping & Gua Shai for relief of chronic pain, but also physically & energetically. Definitely a true ole school MT. The office space is beautifully set off of a lovely court yard. Love it all. Go see Rob!

Man thank you. Got a…read moresports massage session for my lady last week. Was nervous as she is VERY picky but Ryan is the man. He is going to continue to work with him and get her ready for her competitions next year!

Ryan is amazing; I feel better than I have in years. I feel so loose and relaxed and feel years…read moreyounger. I went in for help with one particular area of concern and walked out, not only with that resolved, but my entire body feels so much more flexible. I noticed it too when I bent down to put my shoes on after the session; wow! I could bend and touch the floor again and without that limiting pesky low back tightness and pain. Ryan is extremely knowledgeable and skilled. I am so pleased with my first session with Ryan and look forward to returning soon!