I have been using Barbie Smith Massage Associates for several years. They are located in downtown…read moreFredericksburg and I have to say that they are AWESOME!!! I have even called for a last minute emergency massage and they have fit me in!!! I cannot say enough about how friendly, and professional the staff is. Their prices are perfect, and I have never left unsatisfied. Last year I herniated a disk in my neck, and Barbie herself helped tremendously in my healing process. Please don't hesitate, if you need a massage this is your place!!!! Kim Cannon :)

Excellent massage by May! Very thorough and she paid special attention to my back which needed the…read moremost work. I'd definitely return.

She gave great care and was so awesome to give such a great massage. I will be going back and hope…read moreothers will go. Music was nice. Nice lighting for total relaxation.

Dont let the look of the building scare you lol. I was a little apprehensive myself when I walked…read morein however once my services started I was very pleased. I got a 30 min massage and a 30 min foot massage which was REALLY good. Its not your typical relaxing type of massage its more of I need to be worked on type of massage. The lady was very friendly and nice and really worked on the knots she felt

Fantastic discovery for me just off Courthouse Rd on Rt1. Plenty of parking. They have a very warm,…read morewelcoming and spa-like atmosphere and is very tranquil. I had a lot of pain in my shoulder and my therapist knew exactly what to do. She was awesome. Prices are competitive without a required contract.

This is tucked away in a quiet building. My therapist was very attentive and kind - but I think…read morethe description of the service I got needs to be updated as I don't believe I received everything in it as described. For our anniversary, my spouse gave me the 3 hour premier experience : " Premier Experience begins with a 30 minute foot soak with tea tree and peppermint salts while you sip on your choice of herbal tea and begin to feel the stresses of the outside world vanish. Next you'll enjoy a 90 minute massage session tailored especially for you that includes your choice of aromatherapy with essential oils blended to elevate your senses, hot stones and dry-skin brushing. Followed by a 30 minute collagen infused scalp and facial massage that will melt away stress and leave you feeling tranquil and peaceful. You will end your Premier Experience session with a 30 minute weighted-blanket-therapy post-session rest to include our eye pillow." First thing- the robe in my room did not fit. I literally felt like the hulk , as it was too tight on my shoulders and the robe would not close. If you are in a clothing size larger than a 1x (I wear 2-3x) I ****highly **** recommend wearing something that you can easily slip in and out of, as I had to get re-dressed to enjoy my tea and foot soak, and then get undressed again for my massage. Needless to say, I felt like I was getting a workout in - lol. The tea was provided in a beautiful way and I had many options. The massage was great and I was able to relax and finally think about nothing for once. However, I did not experience any "dry brushing" - only hot stones and my therapist's hands. As far as a the facial massage goes, really only my forehead and temples were rubbed. I'm not sure what part of the face is included, but I assumed my entire face. I would also say that the receptionist downstairs and the receptionist upstairs weren't very warm. The one upstairs seemed annoyed by me even though I didn't raise any complaints with my service. They both weren't very friendly. I was given the remainder of my aromatherapy and a bottle of water when leaving - which I thought was a nice touch. I wouldn't mind going back but I'm not sure if I'm in a rush to.

I needed a last-minute massage on a Saturday. I called, and they were able to take me right away. I…read moredon't think that the place was dirty, but it just didn't feel clean. It was a little hard to communicate with the woman answering the phone and doing massages. I asked her to lighten up the pressure, but she just kept massaging at the deepest pressure level. I even started saying, "Oww!", and she would just laugh and keep going. I prefer medium to deep pressure. I left there feeling like I'd been in a fight for my life. Needless to say, I won't be going back. 2 Stars

I had a swedish massage with Yo-Yo to address lower back pain from shoveling snow. The massage was…read morerelaxing, and she spent a lot of time on my lower back, adjusting pressure as needed. The experience was very solid. She really focused on me and wasn't distracted like at a lot of places. Plenty of parking too.

Had a great massage here yesterday. I came in feeling run down and fatigued after a long week of…read morework and left refreshed and relaxed. The atmosphere was relaxing with dim lights and the usual quiet background music. I asked for 60 minute massage and was put in a private room. I told the masseuse hard pressure and she stood on my back to start the massage. The whole 60 minutes was glorious. I didn't want anything fancy so this is just what I needed. I left feeling so much better and felt like the price was very reasonable. I will definitely be back when I'm in the area!

Finally found a spot in Stafford who actually does massages and understands your needs…read more Deep tissue, stones, the works

As a (former) Licensed Massage Therapist, I am very much aware of what to look for in a Massage…read moreTherapist. Even without trying, I am unintentionally analyzing everything from start to finish; this can be both a curse and a blessing. Unfortunately, it can also sometimes make me a harsh critic; in other words, my standards are quite high. I've lived in Virginia for 9 years. In those years, I can literally count just one therapist that I experienced that exceeded my expectations, prior to this massage. All others fell short...and I don't mean "just barely". I mean so bad, they made me question whether they actually received an education, or were simply hanging fraudulent certifications and licensures on their walls. Stress Free Therapeutic Massage (Miss Lydia) reminded me of how remarkable a skilled massage therapist can be. From start to finish, she was indeed incredible! My husband purchased me a 90 minute Groupon. After leaving a message on her voicemail, I received a text message, requesting that I visit the website to schedule. She was booked out somewhat ahead, which now makes perfect sense. As someone who's worked in the field, I understand the importance of being on time for your appointment; there is often paperwork involved for first time visits, and most therapists run a pretty tight schedule, not allowing much idle time between clients. Therefore, if you're late, it runs into the next clients appointment, leaving the therapist faced with cutting your time short, which is often a difficult decision, because they certainly don't want to lose you as a client either. Finding the facility was somewhat tricky for me; I had a small commute to the office, and I wasn't familiar with the area. For reference, this place sits in the back of a building that says "Chiropractor" on the front. If you're looking at Pancho Villa, it's right to the left of the restaurant. Parking is in a lot in the back of the building. Lydia's office is up the steps, to the second floor. Upon arrival (at just after 1pm for my 1:30pm appointment), one of her clients was just heading out. Just as expected, I had some short paperwork, and she got me in 10 minutes early, at 1:20pm. She started with me face down, which ironically is my preferred method. She started on my back, focusing on my noted trouble points (low back and neck). Her pressure remained steady and consistent throughout the massage, showing that she was a seasoned professional. She has great deal of physical stamina and excellent manual dexterity. I personally prefer a firm pressure, and she achieved the perfect level of pressure throughout. She ended the massage just on time, at 10 till 3pm. At no point did I feel like I wasn't receiving the upmost attention and care. Lydia remained professional and skilled, utilizing a variety of techniques. She possesses the ability to use different modalities/approaches to address her clients' needs. Her facility is clean, her demeanor is warm, welcoming and professional. I highly recommend her!

Excellent massages! We had the couples massage again and always professional and absolutely…read morewonderful deep tissue massages!

We are new lovely girls,we want to be the bright spot in your day today. Here is where you want it…read more.clean and friendly young masseurs will treat you like a king . And you will relieve your exhaustion . Please experience it by all means today. You will definitely want to come back.

Changed the boss, changed the business method, changed the new young masseur, good professional…read moremassage technique, welcome everyone to enjoy it

Been coming here for 4 years now... Crystal is absolutely amazing with her ability to work out…read moreknots and tough muscles! Her table is always warm and comfy and her space is welcoming and cozy. Her prices are definitely excellent for the amazing service she provides! Highly recommend making an appointment with her for a massage!

If only someone was around to answer their phone, this could have changed. They do return phone…read morecalls which is why I gave 3 stars, but there needs to be a receptionist.