Reviews of Saanich Massage Therapy & Wellness - RMT - Victoria (Massage Therapist)

Lisa Kurytnik

I have a regular massage therapist I am happy with at a place downtown and ended up having an appointment at Gordon Head Massage Therapy only because my son was unable to follow through with his appointment. I saw Jennifer and I have to say I was very pleasantly surprised and impressed. She has a unique order of working through the different muscle groups that I found incredibly relaxing. Her foot massages are amazing too. My body was fully calm and content by the end of the session. In addition, Jennifer went out of her way to provide me with another referral she thought might be helpful - service that was above and beyond. I would definitely book with her again.

Alyssa Laurel

I have many neck problems and have seen many massage therapists over the years, Nathan is the best I have ever seen. He is very knowledgable and his massage techniques are fantastic.

Ellios T

My partner suggested that I see an RMT when I got shoulder pains after not properly warming up before climbing a hard route. I waited for one week to see if the pain would dissipate, but when it didn't, I finally caved and went to Gordon Head Massage Therapy. My RMT was Jen and she did an amazing job explaining what she was doing as she was administering the massage. It was a great first experience and a very effective one too. Within a day of stretching and healing, my shoulder improved. I no longer felt the pain and I could climb hard again! I will definitely book a follow-up appointment! :-)

Onowa McIvor

I have been treated by both Nathan and Tru. Both excellent. Calming environment, easy online booking, lots of free parking and all very professional. Highly recommend any of the therapists.

Maureen Garland

I have been a client of Gordon Head Massage Therapy for the past several years, being a client of three of the therapists. All three do amazing work and I feel I owe so much to them for keeping me well. I am a working RN with over 30 years of experience. Like most nurses I suffer from chronic back pain and headaches. With regular treatment, I feel better, sleep better, cope better and most importantly, I require less in the way of analgesia. Frankly, I don't know what I would do without my massage therapist(s). If you struggle with chronic pain issues or just want an amazing massage, I highly recommend Gordon Head Massage Therapy. You won't be disappointed!

Bill Miles

I book with Claire Higgins. I think she is amazing. I had been to see her some years ago for some back issues. She listened carefully asked thoughtful questions. Gave me exercise and stretching suggestions for home . Very professional even if I might have been a bit off color. :-) I love her style. I've come back recently and she has graciously seen to my shoulder issue while still on Mat leave. Like I said, amazing. Thanks Claire

Alice Mais

I've been receiving massage these guys for about ten years. They are healers!

GHULAM MUSTAFA

It was good experience at Gordon Head Massage Therapy with Nathan. He understood the fully the area to massage and tackle that. Will certainly recommend going there.

Yijun Shan

Professional staff and their booking system is very easy to use! Great location and free parking. Store is located on the 2nd floor.

MARCO DE MEDEIROS

Great place, amazing professional's. Big thanks to Derek Chan great professional he is helping me fell much better from my back neck and legs. I was always in pain and now i do my life much easier.Thank you. This is 100% recommended.

Judy Huitema

Very professional, clean and friendly. Helped tremendously. Thank you.

Brett Cane

I have received four massages from Tru Hartwood so far and have really appreciated his through and professional, yet friendly, manner. I will be back!

Maxwell Linda

Genevieve is amazing! She really understands the human body and makes sense of so many things, both physically and mentally. Her technique is excellent and I always feel comfortable on the table. Not only does my body feel better when I leave, I also feel like I learned something new that I can take with me to improve my daily life. Definitely recommend Genevieve!

Geeta Pabla

Melissa was my massage therapist. She did an amazing job. I was so happy with my visit. She defiantly have angel hands as I was surprised how she just touched and made it all better. Highly recommend her. 5 stars

Darci Silvestri

Derek Chan is awesome!

Brett Wingerter

Very helpful staff and friendly. Walked in with bad back pain walked out feeling no longer sore!

Vaughn Taylor

Soothing music and amazing atmosphere and instant results from treatment! 10/10

Rob

Good deep massages. Helpful in releasing a lot of tense muscles. Helpful for dealing with past injuries.

Pie Squared

Jessica is the best RMT I have found on 15 years of going.

D Rutherford

The knowledgeable staff always do a good job of diagnosing what is going on and putting me back to together - highly recommended

Rachelle Tyrrell

The Staff at Gordon Head Massage are skilled practitioners and good listeners. I need to go in more often, as a regular massage makes a world of difference in relieving my tension headaches and sore shoulders. The environment is relaxing, comfortable and well-maintained. I always feel way better leaving than I did going in!

Grant LaBelle

Great RMT experience .

Warren Weicker

Online booking is great! Convenient and easy to book or change appointments. I have been going in for a massage every two weeks for the past two years and never had any issues.

Aran Wilson

I have been going to see Nathan Garrison at Gordonhead Massage for years. He is the master at deep tissue. He has helped me so much with managing stress in my body while going through some tough times. He is very aware of my active lifestyle and keeps me ready for weightlifting. He's got strong hands but a gentle manner. Cannot give him enough praise. Go see him now!!!

Heather McCue

I work as an RN so am constantly using my body in various ways to move and care for my patients. Before starting to see the RMT's at Gordon Head Massage Therapy regularly, I would often tweak my back doing the most basic of things. This impacted me on a daily basis. Since seeing them, I've not had a single spasm or back issue, in large part thanks to their ongoing maintenance and care. I'm so grateful for their physical support so I can go one to support those in my care. Five stars all the way!

Tanis Abuda

Good massage service

Amanda Glasel

Recently moved to Victoria, looking for a new massage place and am so glad I came to Gordon Head Massage! I work as an RN and get incredibly sore (neck spasms, tension headaches, etc). I have had problems in the past at other massage poaces where they don't really listen to what I need worked on, or don't take seriously that I want something therapeutic and not just relaxing. Katie has worked with me a few times and has not only been fantastic at giving therapeutic massage but also really knowledgeable with tricks and tips for when I go home. They are reasonably priced, extremely professional staff and would recommend them to anyone!

Vaughn Taylor

Soothing music and amazing atmosphere and instant results from treatment! 10/10

Mary Reddy

The staff has been great and had a postive experience, very friendly environment. Silva

Ellery Kirkland

Xana was wonderfully attentive and thoughtful during the treatment. Knowledgeable and thorough, will absolutely return.

Allison Preston

Awesome treatment and very friendly staff

Megan Biggs

Massage therapists at the absolute top of their game, like the Grey's anatomy of massage places, 10/10 would recommend

Priya Sangha

I have gone for a couple treatments and each time I leave relieved. The staff are very nice and its a soothing environment.

Strawberry Jello

I have been a client for almost 4 years. They are all amazing, the service is always consistent. I saw Caitlin for the first time today and she was unbelievable. She worked out some really tight sore spots for me. I have also had amazing treatments from Melissa, Pamela, and Xana. I will say I had a negative experience once, but the owner was quick to deal with it, that speaks to the integrity and quality of saanich massage.

James Baumann

Jen is fantastic. Very professional & I always leave feeling excellent. I've been seeing her regularly for the last 2 years and truly believe that I am healthier and in better shape for it. If you're considering having massage therapy done I have nothing but good things to say. Highly recommended.

ian Olson

Amazing massage therapy, and caring team

Tara Bevington

I have been seeing Jennifer for massages since a car crash that I had in January. She has been amazing even though the massages are not exactly "relaxing" since my muscles are so sore! Jennifer knows her stuff and is very professional! I love being able to book online.

RHONDA CLARKSON

Great massage, managed to get all my tight spots out. Easy to book and to park. Claire was really good at finding out what I needed and making sure I left feeling much better than I did when I went in. Can't wait until my next appointment.

Shirley

I've attended Gordon Head Massage on and off for the last 4 years. I am presently seeing Jen Uhrig. She has been very helpful in finding what works in the way of massage that suits me and my body!

Mike

Xana should not be an RMT and focus on her other passions and interests. It felt like she just wanted to get the hour over with. Had to repeatedly mention to apply more pressure, only massaged the skin, no deep tissue at all. Missed calves and feet even though I had mentioned. Very disappointed!

Tim R.

I have been going to Jennifer for the past two years for a problematic lower back, neck and badly damaged knees. She is very knowledgeable about the problems I have and her advice for further exercises has proven very effective. I strongly recommend her.

Sarah Goulet

Great staff and relaxing environment. Nathan is professional and friendly and I feel so much better after a visit! He always explains why he does something and he gives me exercises to do at home for prevention! I would recommend Gordon head massage to anyone!!

Madeleine Stanley

I've been seeing Melissa for over two years now. She's been there through a lot of my health ups and downs, including a fibromyalgia diagnosis, and has always been wonderful and made the necessary accommodations. I'd recommend Gordon Head Massage, and Melissa, to anyone. She is professional, friendly, and has the expertise required in a good massage therapist.

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Chris Hodg

Convenient location, easy booking. I've never had any problems with this business. I always feel better after a session.

suppermags

I have been receiving my weekly massages at Gordon Head Massage Therapy for 3+ years. I am over 50 and remain very athletic but succumb to injuries very easily. Both Claire and Nathan are miracle workers in my view. They relieve my occasional injury in no time and counsel on how to rehab as well..I would not go anywhere else!

Sandi Walters

I have been receiving treatments with Tru Hartwood for facet joint arthropathy in my neck. He has been very friendly and a good listener. The ischemic compression treatments have been helpful in reducing my neck pain and stiffness, and it has helped me psychologically to know that I'm doing something proactive to improve my condition. The clinic atmosphere is casual and low-key, yet professional, and I would recommend it and Tru to anyone considering massage therapy.

Kate Dickson

Happy to see Claire has returned from maternity leave. Claire was able to dig in and correct a chronic neck issue...I find that she is intuitive and adept at the body work she exacts and I can't wait to get back to regular sessions with her

Duncan G

My experience at Gordon Head Massage Therapy has always been a pleasant experience. Booking options online are fantastic. My RMT, Jennifer, has always been spot on in her treatment, and has helped me recover from numerous issues, including rehab on my fractured fibula, neck spasms, shoulder injury from baseball, and back pain from my desk job. I will continue to use their service. My benefits plan also works well with their business. -Duncan

Hilary Swanson

An incredibly relaxing environment accompanied by professional, talented staff. Highly recommend Clare K or Joanne P. Both practitioners have helped my stubborn muscle tension whilst providing a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

Sarah Buckler

I booked an appointment online, printed off and filled out the necessary forms that they encourage for 'efficiency', and headed to my appointment early, as required. Upon arrival there was no one at the reception desk bar a placard asking clients to sit and wait if that was the case. Finally a woman came and sat behind the desk and proceeded to look me up, saying I was not in the system, despite my having booked and being given a time, date, and therapist's name on the website. She seemed at a loss as to what to do, until about five minutes after my scheduled appointment when she proceeded to go and get the therapist with whom the system had booked me. He came out into the reception area and repeated her actions on the computer, mumbling something about having booked the morning off. Not once did either of them offer to simply carry on with the appointment as planned, despite the fact that they were both present, both massage therapists, and neither appeared to be with a client. After about ten more minutes of this I finally just left, with them half-heartedly apologizing. Clearly the online system does not work as advertised and the staff does not have any sort of customer focus.

Cynthia Smith

Someone told me about Gordon Head Massage Therapy and so I booked an appointment on-line. Not knowing any of the therapists I took a chance. I got an appointment quickly. Melissa was punctual, professional, the massage was relaxing while addressing an issue. She told me what the problem was and what to do for it. She gave me exercises to do at home. My back is so much better! Thank you!

Sandra Morrison

Have been going here for several years....trust my therapist completely. Always leave feeling better than when I walked in.

Jen B

I am constantly referring friends to Gordon Head Massage. With my job, I'm at high risk for repetitive strain injury so I get massages regularly (~1/week). Nathan has been by far the best massage therapist I have ever been able to find! I moved to Kamloops about two years ago and I haven't been able to find anyone comparable. There hasn't been any therapist that can read my muscles and have such effectiveness with their treatments as Nathan. He has an insane talent! The clinic is clean, calm and very inviting. Everyone is extremely friendly and welcoming.

John Reuben

Very professional RMT's and very good at what they do. Highly recommend this place.

Alison Nowak

Theresa is a pro. I felt amazing after the massage and she specifically addressed all the areas I requested. I love her slow flow! Will definitely be back to see her.

anne carson

Wonderful massage from Claire! Assessed differently and better than with anyone else I' ve seen. Very safe restful environment.

Joy Flower

I have been getting frequent and regular massages from Caitlin Milloy at Saanich Massage Therapy for several years now, and I must say that Caitlin is the BEST massage therapist that I have ever known. She is highly professional, smart, empathetic, and client centered. She knows her stuff extremely well - what muscles do what and what are the root cause of muscle pain or discomfort, and her hands and fingers go straight to the root of the problems. Every time getting a treatment from Caitlin is a marvelous treat, a self-care act that makes me feel good inside-out. Once my low-back pain was so bad that I had to book a chiropractor appointment, but at the massage that day Caitlin identified it’s a QL muscle issue due to too much sitting. She worked her way to the deep muscles and gave me three exercises to do. Sure enough, my low-back pain disappeared in a couple of days. She also treated my tension headaches many times. I am grateful that I have Caitlin as my massage therapist. A number of friends who went to Caitlin are also extremely happy and found Caitlin to be not only professional and extremely helpful but also very nice, kind, and easy to work with. I highly recommend Caitlin to anyone who values a good massage.

Bruce Dixon

I have always had a good experience using Gordon Head Massage, I have been going there for 5 years. I am always taken in on time, and get both good massages and good info re exercises to do to help with my current situation. I have had massages from almost all of their therapists and they are all very professional. I have ongoing issues with my back and regular visits with Melissa have prevented my condition from getting to where it was pre massage.

A Bergsma

I started coming to Gordon Head Massage Therapy for issues I was having with my hip, but have continued to come back for a variety of other reasons. Most recently Jen has been helping me with the general aches and soreness that come with pregnancy. I look forward to my appointments every time. I really LOVE that I can book my appointments online and see what my options are, I hate having to phone for appointments!

Alanna Vachon

The staff at Gordon Head Massage Therapy are wonderful and happy to help in any way possible! I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone looking for a caring and effective massage therapy environment.

M D Ashwell

I have had many massages at Gordon Head Massage Therapy. They have all been great. Melissa, Tru an Nathan are all receptive to requests for specific help. They massage slowly and really carefully to move what needs to be moved.

Caroline Tooton

Nathan is the best massage therapist I have found in 15 years. He does the best deep tissue massage - even finding muscles that I didn’t realize were tight and needed work. He really puts his full attention and effort into every massage. So glad I found him!

fanfan wu

Its amazing place , I just had first massage therapy with Nathan, he have a magical hand ,right though where p roblem is , I got a great result ????

Joei Halaghay

i love my RMT claire..i highly recommend her.

Evie Chauncey

I had a massage by Melissa today and it made a huge difference to my back. One of the best massages ever. She was warm, professional, had fabulous hands and gave me exercises to do at home. Once that are simple and easy to do. I will see her regularly.

U M

I have been going to this place twice so far and I really like it: quite, comfortable and clean. Nathan is a great RMT I just keep coming back to him! I recommend this place to all my friends! 5 stars!

Janet Stolz

Theresa P is amazing! She is knowledgeable, attentive, personable, professional, enthusiastic and thorough. I came to Theresa for shoulder issues and she has already given me amazing results...thank you so much appreciated.

Michelle Turner

Nathan is great! He is the best massage therapist I've ever had work on me and I recommend him to my friends and family. He is very professional and does a great job. The session always ends with me wishing it was longer.

Cheryl Rafter

Great massage therapy session from Katie. Very knowledgeable and helpful with advice as needed. I would highly recommend!!

Allie Maskell

I have been coming to Gordon Head Massage Therapy for almost a year now. Tru Hartwood has been great in helping me deal with tight muscles and associated soreness. Would highly recommend this practice.

Brittany King

I've gone to Melissa Pavlicic for several sessions and recommend her all the time. She's thorough and so knowledgeable. Any time I ask her about a certain pain she's always able to identify it and tell me how I can work on it on my own with at home stretches. In my experience I've seen therapists who don't always "get in there". That's never an issue with Melissa. She's strong and offers really deep massages...but she always checks in to make sure I'm comfortable. Melissa is the best!