I've been dealing with some brutal back stiffness for the past three days, so I decided to book a sports stretch massage at The NOW Massage in Montclair. It was, hands-down, the best massage I have received in decades. My therapist, Jennifer, was phenomenal. She used the exact right amount of pressure everywhere and checked all the boxes for what I needed. I never once felt uncomfortable; the entire session was a purely serene experience. Beyond the incredible bodywork, the boutique itself is stunning. The decor and atmosphere are fantastic, and they have soothing ocean waves playing in the background that instantly wash away your stress. I was so impressed that I became a member before leaving and plan on stopping by regularly. If you book a session here, do yourself a favor and ask for Jennifer! read more

First time there and will NOT be returning Was only able to book a 50 mins deep tissue massage (that was the only option but I'm happy because wtf). This 50 mins included cupping. Everything including tip came out to 175. Absolutely overpriced. Massage was mediocre. So much so that I had to go to another massage place shortly thereafter (check out my reviews). Wouldn't return. It was not worth the drive there. read more

If I could leave 1,000 stars I would. Let me shout out my masseuse Johveeka because she was AMAZING. From the customer service, to the pre massage consult, the massage itself. I can't believe this place exists. I'm so happy this place exists. Let me go into depth here because my God. My sister got me a 50 minute massage for my birthday last year and I had such trouble finding a day that worked and stuck. I had to reschedule a bunch of times and they were GRACIOUS and KIND and most of all UNDERSTANDING. Even today I was having trouble getting there and the manager was so sweet on the phone and thankfully was able to push my appointment back a bit so I wasn't late. THEN, I got there and was met with smiles and kindness. Mind you this place is beautiful. Clean, sleek, and they have infused water ready for you once you walk in. The check in process is easy and you just have to fill out your information on an iPad. The pre-massage consult was thorough and concise at the same time. My masseuse Johveeka was attentive about my pressure preferences and the areas I preferred and didn't prefer. She was informing me every step of the way and kindly answered my questions. Now the Massage. Spectacular. Fantastic. Relaxing. There were wave sounds playing in the background. And mind you, walking into the massage areas is like stepping into a different world. It is exactly what you'd picture a relaxing getaway to look like. Dimly lit, quiet, bohemian decor around. When you get into the massage area assigned to you, it is thoughtfully arranged. A basket for your belongings, a hanger for your jacket, a table for your phone and other things. And the massage table is HEATED with 2 blankets. Johveeka needs a raise because I nearly fell asleep like 9 times. Her hands are gold and I absolutely recommend her. Thank you so much, Johveeka. The after was amazing apart from the massage being over :( I was greeted with a cup of water after I got dressed and walked to the front where I finished up any remaining paperwork and thankfully they had the option to tip on the card. I will be screaming about this place from the rooftops. Thank you all for such an amazing experience from start to finish. I will be back for sure! read more

Came in Tense, Left out relaxed, was surprised to get here. Very nice environment and ambiance read more

I continue to love my experience at The Now, and have been seeing Dawud for my past several visits - he is AMAZING! Dawud has a calming aura that makes you relax and feel at ease. The staff is friendly, the service is always great, and it's the perfect place to unwind and recharge. read more

Everything went well. I was so relaxed. The therapist also had the perfect touch and my back feels so much better!

Everything!!! Evelyn my masseuse was Fantastic...the ambiance is Perfect!!! All around a Great experience...should've booked the 80 min massage!!! read more

This review is for Hope, and Hope only. I've been to NOW Massage a couple of times now and the experience varies wildly depending on who you get. I did an 80 minute massage with Hope and she was incredible. You need to get the deep tissue to experience the full pressure (I didn't before and barely felt a thing), but Hope made me feel like I was on Cloud 9. She was so strong and covered every inch of my body. My only disappointment is that my mother who joined me did not have the same incredible experience I did, hence I knock off a star. If you come here, get the 80 minute because the cost isn't that different, definitely get the deep tissue and no matter what, go with Hope! read more

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Jayson is amazing! He really listens and knows exactly how to tailor the massage to what you need. The perfect mix of relaxation and deep work--left feeling so much better. Highly recommend! read more

This was the among the worst experiences we've had with massage (both my husband and I). Atmosphere terrible. Not private space. Had to discuss the massage in advance in a very small room with two other guests being interviewed by their therapists. Massage therapist seemed untrained, not present, didn't ask any question about how the massage was received in realtime to make adjustments. No one at the desk asked about experience. It was very expensive for a less than professional massage. Will never return. Don't recommend. Had to give one star because they don't let you do zero. read more

Jayson is the best!! He listens to what you need and alters the massage to ensure you feel better after your visit. He's very respectful and ensures the comfort of his clients. 10/10 read more

I just had the most amazing massage from Hope. She spent so much time on my injured shoulder and my bad back. She was excellent. She's soft-spoken and sweet. Her touch is fabulous and she works every inch of your body. Im not from the area, but I will surely be back again and use Hope. I was given this massage as a birthday gift and it was a fabulous present!!!! read more

Listen! I feel like a brand new woman. I just ran my first marathon yesterday and I knew I'd be in pain, but I also knew I needed this (The Stretch 50 min). Surprisingly it wasn't too too bad, pain-wise. And I feel so much less pressure and tightness in my body now. I say this every time, but Hope B is a literal angel from Heaven. She is pure magic. Add to this that the lovely young woman at the front desk was incredibly welcoming, calming and personable too. Five stars!! The entire experience, start to finish. 10 out of 10. Top marks all around. Highly recommend. Treat yourself!! read more

I cannot recommend Jayson at NOW Massage highly enough! Having been to many massage therapists over the years, I can confidently say he is the best. I've seen him more than 10 times, and every massage is consistently superb. What sets Jayson apart is his versatility--his Swedish and deep tissue techniques are both exceptional, which is rare to find in one therapist. Whether I need relaxation or focused work on tension, he always delivers exactly what I need. Truly a master of his craft! read more

Visiting from CA, this massage was exactly what I needed before my 5 hr flight. Richard was amazing!! I wish I could bring him to CA with me!! He was not only friendly, but super informative and really knew what he was doing. I received a deep tissue and he also stretched me out and could tell area where I was really tight like my hips. After the massage he even provided tips on stretches I should do at home. When I come visit my friend I will definitely be booking a massage with him each time! Thank you!!! read more

It was my first time at now in Montclair. It is absolutely beautiful. My therapist was Jennifer and she was amazing! She may make experience calming, so relaxing and soothing. I would highly recommend Jennifer, can't wait to go back! read more

Run to this place if you need a massage! The design aesthetic is calming. The hallway to the massage rooms is like a gateway to relaxation lit by candles . The staff is very friendly and pleasant. Today, I treated myself to an 80 minute massage for my birthday. I made my appointment a few weeks ago. My therapist Chris was great and accommodating. I highly recommend NOW Massage in Montclair. read more

I regret to report a disheartening experience with The Now Massage. Following the cancellation of my membership, instead of a refund, they extended the service period, only to cancel my scheduled massage on the same day. The reason? They demanded the removal of my negative Google review about my terrible experience in exchange for the massage, in other words I was blackmailed. This turn of events left me not only without the service I had paid for but also feeling deeply sad and disappointed . As the saying goes, "what was cheap was expensive." So, here I am, posting my second review, not out of spite, but out of a commitment to truth. I urge you to consider this: if a business is more focused on silencing its critics than improving its services, is it really a place where we want to go? read more

Update: Again, 0 stars across the board. The owner Venessa tried to legally strong arm me to edit my review. But the fact remains the same: the massage was barely a 2 out of 10 & the whole experience was CONCERNING & POOR! So Customers...please pay very close attention to the business owners tacky, irresponsible response. Cause other customers have complained about the scare tactics they use whenever a complaint is brought up and this is a perfect example. They took 0 accountability for their actions because according to the owner my friend was "glowing" (such a subjective baseless perspective) instead of crying and looking sad on her way out. And to top it off, out of respect I did not mention that Bart was the masseuse... to preserve not only his anonymity but my friends as well, but this business owner displayed 0 tact in mentioning her name. The correct approach would have been to use this as an opportunity to train their staff. Instead of trying to discredit my friends experience with scare tactics and foolish accusations. Unless the owner was there in the room to see how the massage took place, it's not their place to discount her experience. PERIOD! When your customers express disappointment or dissatisfaction your first step should be to take accountability! Instead of threatening lawsuits and verbal sparring. Customers take heed! Original Review: I would give 0 starts if I could. It's sad that I have to write this review about the NOW massage, but here goes. I bought a $227 package (tip included) for my friend's big 50th bday. I asked Alissa at the front desk prior to booking "who's your best masseuse?" & she assured me that this gentleman was great. My friend arrived on time & got ready for the massage. That's when things went downhill: 1- in the waiting room amongst other guests he asked her personal questions about her preferences and medical info even if she'd already filled out their online intake form. This info could've been asked in the privacy of her room and immediately made her uncomfortable having to disclose publicly 2- although I paid extra for the deep tissue pressure to be applied, the massage was light at best with no intensity or pressure. My friend owns a very successful massage studio herself hence me requesting someone who knew what they were doing. This was not a true deep tissue massage. So FAIL. 3- curtains separate you from the other guests so you hear everything! If your intent is to relax or you're noise sensitive...forget it 4- It gets worse from here on out... The masseuse was breathing so loud that it seemed he was getting tired. Making it hard for her to relax. 5- Then HE SWEAT ON HER BODY a few times & apologized. You heard that right! Despite him apologizing, hygiene wise no one expects to have their masseuse sweat touch their body. No one! All in all, the massage was a 2 out of 10 and she couldn't wait to get out of there. It was an uncomfortable experience all around and not worth the hefty price tag. I complained to Alissa who apologized, stating she felt bad since she was the one who referred him. She then offered a complimentary session but neither me or my friend was interested because of the very poor experience overall. So she offered a full refund stating she would get management to issue the refund to my card since she didn't have the ability to do so herself. They never did. So I paid $227 for my friend to get sweat on...just awesome! This could be you so take heed people!!!!! The management of this company disregarded my friend's whole experience because according to them she seemed "happy" on her way out. Non confrontational people smile when they're uncomfortable. Plus how many examples do we have of ppl seeming to be happy when they're not. It's called coping! That's 0 indication that she had a great experience. I won't be servicing this business again or recommending them. And urge you to look at their negative and lowest reviews first before getting sucked in. read more

Such a great massage with an amazing ambiance... the staff is first rate! The minute you walk through the doors and start heading to your room, you realize that this is no ordinary massage. Anybody can have a room with a massage table and music but The NOW takes it to another level... if you want ordinary this is not for you, but if you want to feel special and have a unique experience, then this is the place! And a special thank you to Jennifer - came in feeling like a 5 and left feeling like a 10! Check it out & thank me later! read more

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Hope is fabulous. She takes a few minutes to chat with you before service to find out what's ailing you and post-massage gives suggestions and such. She is so incredibly talented and good at her job. I will definitely return to see her again soon. read more

Hope is freaking awesome. She restores me to a state of peace and magically works out all of my knots and stress. I always leave feeling renewed. read more

Ny is such an excellent masseuse, very experienced and knew exactly where to focus to alleviate the soreness. Thank you and I'll be back!!

The receptionist, Gabby was so disrespectful and unprofessional. I called because the card on file wasn't working, so I had a new card for her. she asked about a "Suggested gratuity" to add to the charge. I let her know I would call my husband to find out if he left one and to do so, because it was him who went for his birthday. he was down the street and could have walked back up to leave a tip. she couldn't get past me telling her to charge my card the appropriate amount and kept repeating about a tip and forcing me to do so. she then hung up after multiple times of me telling her to charge my card and I will figure the tip out after. montclair used to be a proper place, as I am a native. gabby needs to have some decorum moving forward. that was unacceptable. read more

Dawud is amazing! Great massage technique and energy I always leave the studio feeling renewed

I had an awesome deep tissue massage with Hope-- she is really great! I'll be coming back again!

Want to give a shout out to Hope, my massage therapist at The Now Montclair. Hope is AMAZING!! She has healing hands, and works wonders on my body and mind. Hope is such an incredible massage therapist. She is so thorough, knowledgeable, and just such a beautiful individual. I treasure my hour each month that I get to benefit from her healing hands. She has helped my body, mind, and overall well being in so many ways, I am so grateful. The Now Montclair is an absolute amazing establishment, that I so enjoy being a ritual member of. Great staff, great products, great vibe. read more

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Great ambience and the massage was just as good. Thank you I recommend this business. read more

Hope is a true healer. I thought I was just having age-related issues, noticing that it felt a bit harder exiting a car but it was a tight hip, that I didn't even mention, and after a 50-minute treatment with heavy focus on that area, it was 100% gone and I've been bounding out of my car ever since! I was advised to do hip stretching exercises and will be back. Thank you, Hope! read more

Lovely massage. Was nervous and anxious going in as I hadn't had a professional massage in many years and had lots of sore and tender areas but the massage was AMAZING. My body left feeling calm and just....better than it had in a while. read more

Always a treat and much needed escape from my physically demanding job.... Love the people who work here and Richard is amazing!

Coolest massage experience EVER honestly. You don't even feel like you're on Bloomfield Ave anymore. You must go to really understand it. Prices are so reasonable too. read more

My wife came home glowing. She was relaxed from head to toe. And she raved about every part of her experience. Chill vibes and people. Tops all the way! You guys made her birthday a super special day. Thank you. read more

Visiting from out of town and needed a massage to destress and relax. This was the perfect place. I was greeted immediately and the massage therapist asked me the right questions regarding any injuries or general pain. Deep tissue massage was exactly what I needed after a long flight. Thank you and will definitely visit again. read more

Today, April 5th is my birthday and I scheduled a massage with Hope as a birthday treat for myself. Unbeknown to me, my daughter called the spa on yesterday wanting to pay for my massage as a birthday gift and was told they couldn't take the payment and that she needed to call tomorrow (4/5). My appt was for 10:30 so she called before my appt and gave the young lady who answered her bank card and told them that she was paying for my service. When asked about the tip, she told them I can pay for the tip. She was then told they would leave a note in the system indicating her card was to be charged for my service. When I went to pay, I was never informed that my treatment was taken care of thus I gave the young lady my bank card where my service and the tip was charged. Approximately 5:15 this evening, my daughter called to ask about my treatment and asked was I surprised because she paid for it. I told her that I paid for the service and she was very confused so she called the spa and conferenced me in. We spoke with Alissa and explained the situation. She checked the system and confirmed that there was a note that my daughter's card was to be charged. She then said she would credit my card for the service and charge my daughter's card. NEVER did she apologize for the error they caused and now having me wait 5 days for my account to be credited. This was my 2nd time and I've enjoyed the service Hope has provided both times. I am however quite disappointed about the poor customer service both times; this time being more disappointing than the first. Attention to details and better customer care needs to be improved. Gwen H., East Orange, NJ read more

After working 2 weeks straight I desperately needed a massage and a total reset. Nelson was amazing and the cleanliness and ambiance was really top tier. Not to mention their prices are very reasonable. I will definitely be returning for another massage. read more

Between Alexa's amazing service at the front door & Maria's Massage you can't go wrong. Would highly recommend the 80min Deep Tissue with Maria & Listen to her suggestions, she clearly knows what she is doing! Will be back soon! read more

great relaxing experience. just what i needed to work through stress. highly recommend!

I received one of the best massages of my life here. Richard was amazing. Will definitely return!

Everything was set up so beautifully there. The atmosphere of The Now is perfect for relaxation. My LMT Priscilla was sooo friendly and most importantly knew exactly how to help me with my constant back pain. So knowledgeable in her field. I will definitely be coming back and spreading the word about The Now read more