My husband and I always come here and we have enjoyed all of the massage therapists we've been paired with-- especially Mikey and Johnathan. They both have such calm/healing energy and know their stuff. I am a personal trainer and I always refer my clients here as well and they love it. I also love their membership option bc it helps us to take better care of ourselves and it's such a great deal. Highly recommend! read more

I've been going to The Now and everyone has been really great....from the receptionist to my therapist. But my last visit was exceptionally relaxing. Val, my therapist helped me to be more comfortable because of my condition. She made sure that the pillow that she provided helped me. The pressure point from the different parts of my body that I told her concentrate on was perfect. Can't wait to go back on my next appointment. read more

Arlene is amazing! I have been coming here for almost a year and every time, I look forward to our sessions. She is so consistent and caring and really takes her time to pinpoint exact pressure areas. She's very knowledgeable about the muscle groups and always gives great recommendations post massage. When I visit Arlene, I know I'm in good hands- literally! ‍ read more

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I had put getting a massage on the back burner after losing my home in the Altadena fire. I came to see Val informing her I needed some work on my neck and shoulders where I keep all my stress. She gave me the best massage I have ever had!! Val focused on those areas and I also requested the Herbal Heat Therapy which she incorporated into my massage. I had a 80 minute session and didn't want it to end!! read more

I brought my friend for a massage for her birthday and it was not my first time that's why I wanted to bring my friend I have been at the silver lake location before, but it was my first time in Pasadena. I booked the 50mins massage but when we got in the room I read the time and it was 12:02pm and when the massage ended I looked at the clock and it was 12:40pm. We both did not get the full 50mins and the place is not cheap. Won't be coming back read more

The NOW is a beautiful space from their bathrooms to their waiting room. Each of the massage rooms have ocean sounds playing and are separated by a cloth wall (?) instead of a drywall so you can hear noises/conversations from your neighbors. They also have a parking garage with free parking as well. I got a 50 minute swedish massage (The Now) and my husband got the energy balancing massage (The Healer). The massages were relaxing and got our knots out but we weren't fans of their techniques where they use really slow movements. My masseuse Soshi had to go a bit deeper to get my knots out and focused on my problem area (neck/shoulder) so she barely worked on my arms/legs. She did a great job in 50 minutes since I came in really tight with sore muscles from my intense workouts a few days before. read more

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I can't remember the last time I took time for myself. The massage was relaxing and Susana was awesome! See you next time

Mercy did a wonderful job of checking in before the massage to determine which areas to focus on, and during to adjust pressure as needed. Her presence was very calming and soothing. The environment was also very peaceful and inviting. read more

I got a massage by Mercy who did an amazing job. The atmosphere was calming, and the massage left me feeling rejuvenated. Special thanks to the general manager, Ko who went above and beyond in making this a special experience for my friends and I. I highly recommend This place for their excellent customer care read more

The NOW Massage Pasadena - Massage Near Me - Pasadena, California

The NOW as a whole is a great value and service. Since I found Jaime at this location his is my go to therapist! He has an amazing understanding of the body and his technique is A1 read more

Had the 80 min deep tissue massage with Val (who wisely suggested adding the calming hemp balm for my sore muscles) and this easily ranks as THE BEST massage I've had here since becoming a member well over a year ago. Val used the perfect pressure and modality to knead the knots and tension away and I didn't want it to end! I want to gate keep her but that wouldn't be fair to you read more

I have not gone back for a while. But this time, it was painful, I told her to lessen the pressure, but she kept pushing more. I told her no need for my neck but she kept doing that area, to the point she was pushing my neck down right and left. Then when it was done, she just gave me a very hot towel and told me to wipe it myself if needed, then she left. The towel was very hot that I try to use it. My appointment was at 11.45pm today under Judy. Maybe I try again next time with a different therapist. read more

I treated my partner to a massage at The Now for his birthday, and it was a total letdown. The front desk lady was super rude and rushed me in before I could even say hi to him. It was his first time there so he was running behind looking for the parking lot. She was literally burning holes in my head while I was on the phone with him telling him direction. During the massage, my masseuse wouldn't stop whispering to me, which was really uncomfortable and unprofessional. When it was time to pay, I asked for an itemized receipt since I used a gift card. Instead of just showing it to me, the front desk lady acted like I was asking for something outrageous. She was so dismissive, asking, "Is there a problem?? Do you have a question??" Honestly, I'd recommend going somewhere else. This place is way overpriced for its low level of service and inconsistent massages. I recommend Reboot in Eagle Rock. read more

Just had another massage from Michael G. Just as amazing as last time! He is truly outstanding.

Been coming here for a few months now and honestly it's one of the best places to get a massage! The ambience they create through the lighting, the ocean wave noise, to the smell, it is incredibly relaxing and takes you to another planet. I've been going to Samantha W and she is the best! She is really attentive to what's sore in my body and really gets the knots out! Love it! read more

Therapist Lauren was fantastic and the design, customer service and price was also really great. Highly recommend!

The front desk receptionists at this particular location are not friendly but hey, I guess that's not what you come here for, so, if you can schedule a massage with Russell, I highly recommend it. He's super nice, kind of a jokester, very experienced and boy does he give a wicked massage. Definitely stress the importance of your specific firmness because this man is STRONG. He will get ALL of the knots out like his life depends on it. The Now is really soothing with the sounds of crashing waves playing in the background and the aromatherapy they use is relaxing. This location also offers free garage parking which is a huge plus! read more

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I've been to the NOW's Silverlake location several times and had decent experiences there, so when the NOW opened a branch in Pasadena just 5 minutes from me, I was stoked! I really hoped that this newer location would be a more expanded facility than the Silverlake location. For example, it would be nice if they had a calming area that's dimly lit and comfortably furnished maybe with water, tea, and/or fresh fruit where you can spend 10-15 minutes after your massage before walking back into the brightness and starkness of the lobby. Unfortunately, the Pasadena location has even less space than Silverlake. Dollar for dollar, you get a LOT more out of a place like Spa Pura, just 10 minutes away in Montrose. Their massages are more affordable ($105 for a 60 min Swedish at Spa Pura vs. $120 for only 50 minutes at the NOW); they offer more than just massages (scrubs, facials, derm treatments, waxing, etc.); and they just have better facilities overall (a locker room, robes/slippers, showers, sauna, and comfy waiting areas to sit before/after or between services, tea). Final notes: My massage therapist Khalik (spelling?) was wonderful. However, I was also spoken to VERY rudely on the phone by one of the receptionists. Long story short-- Google maps currently has the NOW's location pinned to the incorrect parking lot, so when I arrived before my appointment time, I called to confirm that I was in the correct place. (I wasn't and had to drive back out onto the main street and into the neighboring the garage.) The person on the phone was SUPER impatient with me. She kept wanting to put me on hold even though I just needed a quick confirmation of where to park so my car wouldn't get towed. I wish I got her name, but I didn't. Anyway, that negative interaction doesn't really dictate my "Could've been better" 2-star rating of this place. It only confirms it. read more

The NOW Massage Pasadena - Incorrectly pinned location on Google Maps led to rude interaction with one of the NOW's receptionists. - Massage Near Me - Pasadena, California

Dim room with curtains and music while they massage you. I had a pleasant time as I felt rejuvenated afterwards. My masseuse was Rachel. They have a membership where you can get discounted massages but They charge you an extra $20 for deep tissue read more

Michael is an incredible masseuse. Had the best experience today and will be returning soon. Seriously amazing! Thank you Michael.

Wow!! Can I give 10 stars??? Rachel was absolutely amazing. She gave me the massage I needed today. My hips and lower back are a constant pain I carry and she took such great detailed time to work it out thoroughly. I literally am not feeling and pain in my hips and lower back. Rachel has wonderful relaxing flow even though I requested a firmer deeper massage. Her technique and attention to my concerns really reflected in my session today. My neck and upper back are also areas I carry major stress and pain and both of them feel pushed out as well. Like I said 10 stars!!! I just woke up from a really amazing nap to top it off. read more

Asia was amazing!. She hit all my focus points with precision and care. She was so sweet and ensured I had a relaxing time.

I had an enjoyable experience that the NOW! A free parking lot with validation is in the same building taking the unneeded stress of having to find parking. It was an easy check-in and then 10 min. Wait or some for my masseuse to arrive. The facilities we clean and nicely decorated. The waiting area is a little small. There is an outdoor space, but not as useful for a late night appointment, and surprisingly there were quite a few people that arrived at the same time as me, so some people were standing while waiting - the wait wasn't long though. The massage room is one big room with curtains creating separation. It was dimly lit and they had pretty loud wave sounds to muffle out any noise from the other nearby patrons. The massage table and set up in the space was very clean and just what you need. As for the massage, my masseuse was very friendly, seemed to genuinely care about my experience. The massage was okay and what I needed. One call out not sure if it was a scab or just a rough spot, but there was a spot on her hand that when she was massaging felt rough against my back (almost scratching) but not that hard. Otherwise very much enjoyed it and would be fine to see her again. The only other thing was I felt they really push the add-ons. It was a little strange to have the front desk receptionist stand there with an iPad as my masseuse asked me how I was feeling and he kept inquiring about what add-ons to add to my service. I hope that not the intent and I'm sure several people would like the add-ons every once in awhile. I'll see how it goes time, it may be part of their process, but I feel there's a way to do that doesn't feel so sales like. Overall, I enjoyed my experience and signed up for a monthly membership so will be back there soon! read more

The first time I went to the NOW I left not feeling sure if I would come back. I gave this place a second try and Monica totally turned it around for me. Monica is hands-down one of the best massage therapists I've ever had! She asked me what my needs were and definitely met them, and more. I appreciate her quality of work, her healing hands and focusing on areas that needed extra love. The 80 minute massage was 100% worth it. Thank you Monica! Thank you also to the two ladies at the front desk who are kind, sweet and provided excellent customer service. read more

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I loved my experience at The Now Pasadena! From the moment I walked in, I felt like I had stepped into a space made for unwinding. The front desk team was super friendly--warm and welcoming without overdoing it. The entire space smelled amazing, and most importantly, my massage therapist actually listened to what I shared during the pre-massage chat and tailored the treatment accordingly. As a result, I left feeling incredibly relaxed, comfortable, and with noticeably less muscle pain than when I arrived. I highly recommend adding on the herbal heat pack--it made a big difference! read more

Susana is truly a miracle worker. I came in feeling stiffness in my upper body. She listened to my concerns and made sure the presssure felt right throughout the entire massage. When I left I didn't just feel like she'd relieved the stiffness in my upper body--it felt like EVERYTHING in my body was looser and moving. It was truly unlike anything I'd ever experienced. It was such a good massage I had to sit in my car for ten minutes to come back to reality before I could drive home. The space was lovely and clean and the front desk staff was informative and welcoming. An overall otherworldly experience! read more

Ying Ying got me all the way together. Visited The Now Massage Pasadena last night and my regular massage therapist wasn't available, so I booked with Ying Ying. She was the absolute best!! I came in with back pain, hip tightness and neck tightness. She worked her magic and I feel so good today, no more back pain, neck feels good, hips are loose. I've been telling everybody about my massage and how I feel today. I will be booking with Ying Ying again. She did her thang yesterday!! read more

I had such a wonderful experience during my prenatal massage. Diane my therapist was incredibly attentive, checking in regularly to make sure the pressure and positioning were safe and comfortable. I walked out feeling refreshed and supported. Perfect for any expecting mom! read more

Entering to exit is exactly what you do at The Now. Once you enter their space you are transported to a dim lit room with the crashing waves of a land far away to get you ready for some relaxation. The monthly membership price is reasonable and I've paid it for a couple of months now. Once you find your preferred therapist, none of the add ons are needed. The Now signature massage is the way to go, the healer was too weak for my liking. ... has it replaced my fav spot in Ktown? ... for now it has, but I don't see myself not going back to my fav spot. Thai massages are my absolute fav. Oh and they have 2hr free parking! Happy Munchies, aVeganAndHer read more

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I loved everything about it and I'm very particular where I get a massage. I love the aesthetic location. I loved the reception the service and more importantly the masseuse I will definitely be returning monthly.! I highly recommend this location read more

Regular at this location. First time with Jay and wow they did a fantastic job. I have terrible tension in my legs and they released so much of it. Thank you so much read more

Just ok, but not worth the price, I probably wouldn't recommend nor return. The place itself is beautiful and clean, staff is friendly and nice, just not sure if the massage experience was worth almost $200. Other massages for this price I was able to use other amenities like a steam room or even shower after, but this was simply the massage and I left covered in oil for the day because they don't use a hot towel to wipe off the oil slathered on your body. Tip: - the massage ended promptly at 80 minutes, so get there early to sign the waiver and do intake with the masseuse. This time took away from my actual massage :( but that's probably my fault for not getting there early. - the extra $15 for deep tissue wasn't worth it read more

Thank you very much for donating massages to staff at Pasadena Humane during this difficult time with Eaton fire relief. I walked through the doors and saw a crew of happy of people lined up ready to greet you in a peaceful environment and instantly started crying. My therapist was kind enough to ask about preferences prior to the massage. After the massage she shared where I was holding tension and could tell my hips were out of alignment, which happens with me sometimes. The staff and environment was lovely and I will be back! read more

This place was cool, close to home. Got the package for my gf as a gift. She said for what the work they did it was expensive.

Michael is AMAZING!!!! Truly the best massage I've had at the now. I will definitely be requesting him moving forward. He made me very comfortable and created a great environment. read more

I've been a sporadic regular at this location for about a year. The location is beautiful and calming, I love the candles they burn on a regular basis. I've had massages by various therapists here and they've all been good, but my go to is Mercy. She is just amazing and understands my problem areas pretty well. The reason I docked one star is because of the price. I am a member so I pay $90 for a 50 minute massage, but the fact that deep tissue is an extra $15 bothers me. I've never had to pay extra for a deeper massage. Mercy keeps me coming though, she's truly one of the best! read more

This is currently my favorite little massage place. It has a nice ambiance, the staff is friendly and they have lots of nice little touches. I appreciate the crystals, the ocean sounds and the cleanliness. I love the super cute boho decor except for the animal skin rug which is off-putting as a vegan. I just got a membership since it seemed like a pretty good deal and I want to go more often. I think it would be cool if they made more of their boutique items vegan friendly. Currently, the candles, the calm balm and the lip balm are made with beeswax. Switching to a cruelty free wax would allow both vegans and non vegans to enjoy the items plus I'd be able to try the calm balm enhancement. I'd also like it if members got a discount on enhancements and extra massages. But I do think the member prices for monthly massages are pretty reasonable. read more

Been going for almost one year since they opened this location. I mostly book my massages at night so parking has never been an issue and I have never had to pay. Location is very easy to find and very clean. Staff is wonderful. I see Taylor and she is amazing! Beautiful energy and she is very much in tune with what the body needs. She listens and makes me feel like not a care in the world when my session is done. The rooms are spacious and love the sound of the crashing waves. The products smell great and don't cause any breakouts on my skin. No pushy sales or pressure to buy add-ons but I almost always get the calm balm and more recently the gliding cups. I don't see myself going anywhere else. read more

My second experience with Sarah (the owner) and Russell (male MT) went much better. After my first visit, Sarah reached out and asked how she could help fix the situation: she offered i come back in and see a different therapist that would better suit my needs. She was extremely patient and willing to work with me to make up for the first massage that was unfortunately not up to par. My massage with Russell went much smoother - we had clear communication of the pressure I was looking for and what areas to focus on. Would def recommend Russell to anyone looking for a proper deep tissue massage. read more

The Now massage Pasadena is my favorite place for a moment of zen & relaxation. The front desk is always so welcoming & helpful. The music, the treatment rooms, the spa water, all add & support my moment of zen. However I keep coming back because of therapist Kaliq K. He truly has a gift. He understands so much about the body & how to transcend any stressors or discomfort you're experiencing. I can't recommend him enough! read more