I went here several months ago and got a massage. Overall this place is cozy. I was greeted by a…read morecute dog and the masseuse. We started the massage and I told her I had pain on the one side of my body. I coach gymnastics part time and this catered to that issue. She focused on an area lower than that side the whole time and I kept reminding her my pain was higher. Also during my massage we were having basic conversation. When I told her where I was from she started talking about politics and abortion in that area. Little did she know I work as a pro life advocate. Very unpleasant and not relaxing for me. After I told her to not talk about that I just wanted to relax she got real quiet like she knew she messed up. Overall would not go back again.

Whole Health Massage - a treasure of a place, a jewel amongst all others. Cross the threshold of…read moreWHM is like taking a step into an enchanted cottage. It's unusual to find a skilled and tuned-in professional who immediately knows how to approach an individual's massage with fantastic results. Aches and pains disappear, flexibility restored. Scheduling is very easy and efficient to do from the website and confirmation quickly communicated. I highly recommend this business located in the trendy Huntington Ave corridor!

Lori is more than a massage therapist, she is a healer. I went to her weekly for over a month to…read moreget help with arthritis in my spine; and I returned some time later for a knee problem. In both situations, Lori helped me tremendously. She is gentle, an excellent listener, warm hearted and, as I've already said, a true healer. --Dr. Iris St.John

Lorine is awesome, hands down the best and most fun /attentive masseuse I have ever worked with…read more She's supremely talented and great at really tailoring every session to be exactly what I need. She's also super cool and easy to talk to if you're into talking during sessions, even if it gets hard to (breathe or) get words out occasionally when she hits a really good spot. I will continue to work with her as long as I'm in the area and would travel to see her if not. I continuously run marathons and sessions with her are always (my favorite and) a major part of my training and success!

Heather is an amazing and gifted healer. She gave me the perfect experience I was desperate for. I…read morethink my neck got 2" longer after her deep tissue work on my neck and shoulders!! She also incorporated reiki - healing energy work, which I could feel washing mover me in waves. I'm super picky about massages and Heather is definitely one of the best.

Heather is a hidden gem in Alexandria!! I wish I lived closer. The space is clean, warm and…read moreinviting. She is a wealth of information and modalities. I have worked with probably over 20 different massage therapist and this was one of the better ones. She has a soft but firm touch, mixes modalities to your bodies needs and doesn't just do a mechanical massage. She does work to your bodies own need. The products used felt clean and light with no strong fragrance, I made sure to buy some on my way out. Definitely, worth the try. Oh! Also, I have a specific challenge with my body that no one quite new what it was, she knew right away and had experience with it. That was a relief.

I'm so happy I have a decent massage place that's closer to home for the times that I can't make it…read moreto my usual massage place in Ballston because of time constraints. I got a prenatal massage here and it was so good, I didn't want it to end. The masseuse found all of my problem areas and did a great job overall. I'm planning on booking a longer session next time!

This place gets an A+ for professional, cleanliness, and good location, as well as good service…read more But I'd give it a C when comes to variety of technique and deep tissue quality of massage. As someone who suffers from chronic neck pain, I really need someone who can get in the muscle deep. So when I say I need a deep tissue massage, I mean I need DEEP. Most of the time, I have to direct my masseuse what to focus on and what I need in terms of pressure and most of the time they listen. Unfortunately, that was not the case here. I was paired up with a female masseuse who was sweet enough in manner but didn't seem to speak much English so when I asked her to only focus on my neck or when I kept asking for deeper pressure, she was respond in agreement but then would proceed to continue doing what I asked her not to do. I specifically asked her to only focus on my upper back/neck area and not to do my whole body. She did work on my upper area but then proceeded to do the rest of my body when I asked her not to. I know they are trained to do full body massages but the purpose of getting a massage for a lot folks is to get some relief from pain or tight muscles with specific attention to problem areas. If I'm going to pay an inordinate amount of money for an hour massage, I'd rather not have it wasted on parts of my body I don't need worked on. Needless to say, I realized I can't get what I really need here, so while I appreciated the good service overall, I will continue my journey for a great masseuse elsewhere.

Hands down this place is the best. Milagros is so good at what she does. I have lower back pain and…read moreshe just makes it all better. I only went there twice so far but I already feel better and have less pain. She gives great advice about what to do at home to ease the pain and just become better at every day stretching. She is very knowledgeable and cares about her clients. The atmosphere is lovely. It's very clean and quiet. The parking is easy since it's in Del Ray. Lots of street parking. The appointments are easy to make as well- their website is very straight forward.

Literally the best massage I've ever had. I definitely don't like to feel like I've been pet like a…read morecat. There are knots and tension that need to be addressed... Michael does just that. If there's an issue, he will locate it and work on it. Real massage, not a sweet spa treatment... He's your guy if you want to really feel better.

I honestly don't know how to say enough good things about this place. From the moment you walk in,…read moreyou can feel that it's different. You're welcomed with tea, warm smiles, and genuine kindness. It never feels scripted--you can tell they're truly happy you're there, and that kind of care sets the tone for the whole experience. I booked a combination hot stone and Thai massage, and as a first-timer with Thai massage, I had no idea how much I would love the stretching. It was incredible. Nadia was one of the most present, intuitive, and skilled massage therapists I've ever had. The thing that sit out most was how thorough she was. From the small muscles of my forearms, to all the muscles in my feet, my shins, every area of my body was lovingly and firmly massaged, and stretched and released. She used her own body weight and movement to create stretches that felt both powerful and deeply therapeutic. By the end of the session, my back felt more open and released than it has in years. This wasn't just a massage--it was a genuinely restorative experience. If you're looking for a place where people truly care about your experience and well-being and are exceptional at what they do, this is it. I left feeling lighter, looser, and genuinely cared for. I can't recommend this place highly enough, and I truly hope more people discover this gem--they deserve every bit of success that comes their way.

Best massage EVER! Weena is so nice and friendly. I came in with lots of pain and let feeling less…read moretense and able to move more!

QQ-1 Spa is where you want to go for relaxing massage moments and get your money's worth! Upon…read moreentering you'll find it super clean, cozy, and nicely decorated. What's more, the staff and masseuses are courteous and professional! I went for 1 hour one day and they targeted my pain very well. I could have easily enjoyed 90 minutes or even 2 hours of service had my time allowed Definitely recommend QQ-1 Spa! :))

QQ1 Spa Is a precious gem of a neighborhood small business in the Franconia-Alexandria region of…read moreFairfax County, the kind of local treasure that civic leaders and residents love as much as loyal clients do. It takes mere minutes into a first visit to understand why, as one's stress and tensions are elbowed and squeezed and cupped out of various muscles in the shoulders, neck, back, arms and legs by the expert ream of licensed massage therapists, many holding licensure not just in Virginia but also in their home country of mainland China. QQ1 Spa is the vision of group leader Jenny, who manages the daily operations, oversees the three other female massage therapists (also from China, and also dual-licensed), and who steps in during peak times to help with client requests for everything from 4-handed massages to couples therapy to "cupping." The latter uses-- you guessed it-- several small-teacup-sized cups but translucent and without handles-- to draw blood to the surface of the skin to help drain it from knots creating muscle tension. Jenny and her staff -- including Emily, Eva and a fourth therapist -- are all wonderful treasures. When one enters QQ1, one immediately sees each team member's government-issued massage therapy licenses, each one up-to-date with state and local municipality renewal permits required to remain in good standing. A pain in the tush, to be sure. A great chance for people to grouse about the bureaucracy creating needless layers of guvmint spending to the burdens of American workers. Well, yes. But. There is value to the community good in having laws that, when followed by the citizens, show the patriotic zeal these most recent of Americans display to ensure their credentials are noted by current and prospective new clients when they enter the front door. Choosing "QQ1" as the spa's name was a nod to the Chinese cultural tradition of using certain numbers and letters in business titles to help enable good fortune and prosperity. QQ1 is on-brand to telegraph a message of trust to consumers. Perhaps akin to American small businesses that use such titles as A1, Best, and Top Service, among others. It's so endearing that any modern small business would invest such thought and care into these details. Yet QQ1 has. And it shows in their scheduling flexibility when a new client first calls to see if any appointments are open for a new client's unexpected back pain flair-up. Which is surely going to be exacerbated by the added pain in the neck of trying to find a quick available time to get a professional therapist treatment. Which makes it great to know that I when you call QQ1 they will say: just drive over. They handle this type of thing all the time. How often can anyone say they actually leave a retail establishment feeling so much better than they did when they came in?

Let me start by saying this was my first experience at a spa. I had no idea what to expect other…read morethan what I read online. The reviews were kind of mixed so I hope I can clear it up for anyone else considering Live Health Center! I came here for a couples massage with mini facials and a foot bath with reflexology (Groupon deal, also check deals on their website). We arrived a half hour early and were prepared to wait, however they immediately took us back. It is true that the walls do not go all the way up and you can hear other noises, but I don't feel this took away from the experience at all. The staff were amazing and so attentive for the entire two hours. By the end we were so relaxed. I would definitely recommend and we will be returning! For others like me who will be having their first spa experience, let me just give a few more details...When we were taken back to our room, we were told to take off our clothes. We were both unsure if we should be completely naked or leave on the little bits. I would recommend leaving on underwear for anyone who is not comfortable. Everything else will need to come off for the oil massage, but you're covered by a blanket the entire time. They may adjust the blanket to reach your thighs or butt (yes, they massage your butt lol), which sounds like it would be uncomfortable but actually isn't after the initial shock. The hot stones feel amazing for anyone thinking of trying them! I totally recommend. As far as tipping, it's like any other service. Yes, you should tip. We tipped a little over 20% for the priced paid because we enjoyed it so much. Try it out you won't regret! A true bang for your buck compared to other places we checked out online.

My husband and I got a Groupon for a hot stone and essential oil massage and oh my gosh was it…read moreamazing. The parking was convenient (street parking) and the location was easy to find. The facility was clean and peaceful. They got us in right away, we shared a room. The massage was one of the best I ever had. Both me and my husband left with giant zenned out grins. I felt incredible the rest of the day. Highly recommended!