Estella gave me the best massage I've ever had! Coming from…read moreCalifornia I was hesitant about massage places and this one did not disappoint! It was a clean, relaxing place and the massage room itself was very relaxing. Estella was amazing, she worked the areas on my neck and legs I didn't even think I needed. Felt amazing after, go there and get a massage!!

I was on vacation in St. Simons and a muscle injury making walking painful flared up and I needed…read morerelief. I found Misty's Element Massage and its rave reviews on Yelp. I was easily able to book an appointment online for the next morning, at 10:00 the night before, for a sports massage. The staff at the front desk could not have been more professional and friendly when I checked in and only had to wait just a few minutes for Charlene, my masseuse to be ready. The facility is spotless, meticulously maintained, and COVID conscious. My masseuse, Charlene, was unbelievable. She stretched my problem areas, really worked through the tightness and stiffness in my entire body, focusing on the injured leg. I am not exaggerating when I say that this is probably the best massage I ever had. I walked out of there feeling so much better, and it was the first time in weeks without a limp on the affected leg. The first thing I will do when I return to St. Simons is make an appointment with Charlene for at least one massage.

The guru is the best! Good mid island location. When visiting SSI my first call is always for an…read moreappointment! Indulge yourself!

My husband and I had a couples massage for our anniversary. Diane worked with me. She was so…read moreknowledgeable and helped my aches. My neck which has been a constant source of pain is still pain free several days later. She provided some great tips for self help. My husband was also very pleased with Emily and how she helped his tense muscles. Nice experience.

Based on the high reviews I went in with such high hopes. Unfortunately, I had a very different…read moreexperience. Susan took me back to my room, and told me that the massage table had a red light feature and asked if I would like her to turn it on. I said sure! That would be great, thanks. Nothing else was mentioned and she flipped the switch to turn it on. She then left, I got undressed, and got onto the bed to wait for my massage. Halfway through the massage, she told me she was going to use cupping on my upper back because it was tight. I said okay. Susan never once mentioned it was an additional cost. Later, as I am up at the front desk checking out, (for the first time) she mentions that the red light on the bed and the cupping were an additional $30 combined. I was very confused, and said "I didn't know that those things were an additional cost." She replied and said "I know, I didn't mention it." Needless to say I was flabbergasted. Then she said "it's hard to talk about money when you're relaxed and on the massage table." (After I left I thought to myself, I wasn't even on the massage table yet when she asked me if I wanted her to turn on the red light feature.) Because of my confusion as I was checking out, she said she'd "do me a favor and discount the additional $30 cost down to $20." I was extremely uncomfortable, felt put on the spot, paid, and left. I couldn't shake the feeling of being taken advantage of, so I emailed her that night, explaining this and how uncomfortable I felt. I asked if she would be willing to refund me the additional cost, and only charge me for what I originally booked: an hour long Swedish massage. She ignored my email and the follow up email I sent 3 days later. I didn't ask her to do these additional things, she offered them up without disclosing the cost. And at no point during the online booking process were these things disclosed. You're given the option to add on the sauna or NSDR, both of which I declined. Such an awful feeling to have information kept from you throughout the entire process and then sprung on you last minute. I just hope this review can help prevent this from happening to someone else in the future.

My daughter and I had amazing facials at Athena Spa on St Simons Island. The owner and her other…read moreesthetician were accommodating to our schedule in every way possible. They spent so much time with us and we felt pampered like movie stars. Would definitely recommend this place to residents and tourists alike. Give yourself a gift.

I've been a client of Barbara's since August 2020 when she was recommended to me by one of the…read morephysical therapists at a local rehab office. I've had 3 spinal fusions and live with ongoing spinal and spasm issues. I wasn't looking for a relaxing massage but a skilled medical massage and found my person in Barbara. I see her every 2 weeks and can attest to her precision skills in not only giving a first class massage but also in knowing the science to zero in on muscle structure that brings pain, spasms, restricts movement and causes referred pain. Barbara's skills bring relief and I am very comfortable with her knowledge base for my back issues. She trains regularly to incorporate appropriate the latest techniques and grow as a professional. She has a new convenient office on SSI which is very comfortable and she is not overpriced considering her excellent skills in medical oriented massage and all massage types, relaxation included!

From the owner: I make it a priority to answer inquiries on Yelp. Please understand this is time consuming and…read morewould be best if you are inquiring to be responsible and respectful of the business owner by answering when they take the time to reply to your inquiry. My time is important and I respect my client's time, I expect the same in return. If it is not important to you, please choose another provider. I practice therapeutic massage from a medical perspective. I am trained in Orthopedic Massage, Active Release Technique, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic, Cupping, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, as well as Sports Massage. 25+ years experience. I offer Red Light Therapy, compression therapy and kinesiotaping as well.

My husband and I booked facials while we were visiting and Becca gave the best facial we've ever…read morehad. Everyone was super friendly and made us feel very welcome. We would definitely come again!

Bestie and I had fantastic massages and facials; mine from Isla & Rebecca. They made us feel so…read morepampered and we felt amazing after. Cannot recommend them enough! Would definitely come back.

Bernie gives an excellent, professional massage. I came in with a specific problem for which I got…read morerelief. In addition he worked around and improved some chronic areas. He uses a variety of techniques chosen specifically for the problem. A good value. I will definitely go back.

I had Mia as a masseuse and it was amazing! English was broken but she knew enough to…read morecommunicate. The massage was awesome. I had read some negative reviews but I didn't have anything negative at all. Was a really good experience, and I will be back for sure!

Very attentive and helpful owner. Very clean spa. Would recommend. Competitive prices and easy…read moreaccess.

Bought my mother a gift certificate for a massage here and that was the last positive part of the…read moreexperience with Coastal Therapeutic Massage. First, there is no way to make an appt except online. There is a phone number that asks you to leave a message but no one checks it. 3 phone messages over a total of two weeks with no return calls. Scheduled a massage and the masseuse cancels with only 2 days notice. My mom is OK rescheduling but specifically asks for a female. They ignore her completely and schedule her with the only male there. When she arrives the key lock entry is broken and she can't get in. Since there is no phone she just has to wait for someone. When she finds out the masseuse is male, instead of apologizing to her, the supervisor says "His hands are bigger so he will do a better job." What?! They have no idea what trauma my mom might have been through with a male. They pressure her (and bring the guy in the room I might add). There is absolutely nothing "therapeutic" about this place. Steer clear of the poor communication, unethical practices, and sheer bad business model of this place. might add)

So I've been doing some rigorous activities and was in desperate need of a good massage so I went…read moreto coastal Therapeutic Massage and I was very very pleased with the service and the quality of my massage. I ordered a sports tissue massage and I walked out feeling pain free and just amazingly refreshed. She used a blend of numerous oils to just make sure every muscle was attended to and she put so much effort into every part of my body literally from head to toe. The price was consistent with other massages places but I feel it was for a better bargain here because of the various oils they use as well as the quality and how comfortable they make you feel. With that being said a huge 5 stars for my new favorite massage place. Would definitely recommend to anybody who is in need of some much needed comfort whether it's major or minor. Great job Coastal Therapeutic Massage ‍

I may have discovered heaven on earth. Serenity abounds from the moment you waltz through the doors…read moreof The Cloister Spa at Sea Island. My husband booked two services for me (bless him!). I enjoyed a 90 minute Swedish massage and hydro facial. Tiffany, my masseuse, has pure magic in her hands. I requested gentle firm pressure and she nailed it...not quite deep tissue, but still therapeutic. Ann, my esthetician, scrubbed, polished and hydrated my skin to perfection. The lymphatic drainage massage was my favorite part. The spa is light on amenities meaning there is not a hot tub or pool. However, it delivers the best waiting room you'll likely experience. Lounge chairs sit atop stones in a pool of water. The sounds of the babbling waters, nature (gentle bird callings) and music will deliver you straight to serenity while you await your service provider. See my pics! Erica, who is an assistant spa manager, is super UNfriendly. It was odd to find such an UNhappy person in such a tranquil setting, but even her rudeness couldn't dampen my spirits or experience. Let's hope she's in the back of the house when you visit. Cheers to protecting your energy while investing in your self-care!

The grounds are beautiful. The space smells heavenly & relaxing. Tim, provided me with an excellent…read more90min Swedish massage. But, the massage almost never happened. My Godmother had booked 5 massages for 5 of us ladies, vacationing in Sea Island for the week...months in advance. Months in advance, she had our massages booked. However, when we arrived they couldn't & wouldn't get the 5 of us in (on a Tuesday)...two had to have theirs 3 days later, on a Friday. And of the 3 of us that had our massages on the Tuesday prior, it was a struggle to get us in at the planned 11am time slot and not one of us at 12:00pm. We spent a good 35min attempting to sort out a way for us to all get a massage in as close together as possible with the front desk receptionist, to no avail. To boot...the 3 of us that did go on a Tuesday, never received a tour of the spa. We had no idea of the Vitamin C showers, eucalyptus steam room, or the sauna. We thought we only had access to the locker area, after our massages, where we quickly had a snack. I'm quite sure this would've been a 5 star experience on another day for someone but unfortunately for us, 2 stars is the most I can give it and the 2nd star is bc of the great job that Tim did, getting the knots out of my neck & shoulders. It had been 17yrs since I had a professional massage. I was really looking forward to the full experience of it being done in a spa, let alone an award winning one. *I am still extremely grateful for the experience, nonetheless. **And I'm forever grateful to my Godmother, Jules for such a thoughtful, caring, meaningful gift. ***Thx, Jules!

Melinda is truly a local gem! I have chronic back issues due…read moreto scoliosis and was looking for some relief while vacationing on St. Simons. Melinda immediately identified all my pain points--many of which I hadn't even mentioned during the initial evaluation. She has a deep understanding of the body's physiology and is incredibly kind and attentive. I had three sessions with her and left feeling completely renewed. Now I have one more thing to look forward to during our annual trip to the island!

I found Melinda at PreForm Massage through a friend's recommendation, and I'm so glad I did. She's…read morean excellent massage therapist! As someone who regularly does long-distance triathlons and running events--and who also deals with lingering back issues from a physically demanding career--I really appreciate her ability to deliver a strong, effective deep tissue massage. I always leave feeling better and more prepared for training and competition. I highly recommend Melinda if you're looking for a skilled and knowledgeable massage therapist.