Elite Massage

Kate is amazing! Could not turn my head when I got there because my neck was so sore. Within a ½ hour I had more range of motion and much less pain/​discomfort.

There is some validity to other reviewer’s thoughts on lack of ambience, location, etc, but the quality of the massage still makes it worth all five stars.
I’m an avid «CrossFitter», which means my body is constantly tight, knotty and sore. I’ve had many massages, but Stacey is the best at getting to the spots that need work and fixing them. She’s the best; end of discussion. If you want an overpriced mud mask or some other BS with your massage, go to a resort. If you want your problem areas fixed, go here.

I really enjoyed my massage at this spa, the masseuse Melanie was lovely and very talented. I’d love to go back for more, they even offer a deal where you can get a second massage after your first one for a discount!

I hate to be a downer but I had a far-​from-​stellar experience here. This started out with a very difficult time scheduling an appointment. I had a LivingSocial deal, and for some reason was not allowed to schedule an appointment until after a certain date (although there was no mention of this on the LivingSocial deal itself when I bought it, just an expiration date which I was well ahead of). Anyway, I went along with it and kept working on scheduling an appointment (all via email, which was actually appreciated). Let’s just say the first email I sent was in November, and I wasn’t able to schedule an appointment until January. To be fair, this was complicated by the fact that I wanted a female massage therapist only, which was not always available.
In any case, getting to the appointment itself was another minus point – it was a lot further than I had anticipated, which took away from the experience. The place itself was also small and low-​key (a small apartment room) — not the best ambiance, but I hadn’t gone in expecting it to be super spa-​like given the other Unilocal reviews. The other thing was that she was 15 minutes late, so I was just waiting around hoping I was at the right place.
The massage itself: it was sub-​standard compared to previous massages I’ve received. Stacey, the massage therapist I worked with, didn’t work on any kinks I wanted her to work on and I left feeling just as I had coming in. I give her some points for starting out the experience by asking me what I liked and disliked, what I thought had worked well in the previous massages, etc, but I felt like she didn’t really know what she was doing and instead just went through certain motions she had learned at massage therapy school (which may be OK for some people, but paled in comparison to good massages I’ve had in the past).
Other negatives: She forgot to put on the music (which I initially had thought just wasn’t provided at this place so hadn’t mentioned anything), and she realized it carelessly halfway through. Lastly, the place was freezing and I needed 4 extra blankets. Granted, this was Boston in January, and this place did not seem like the most well-​insulated, but definitely detracts from your experience when you keep asking for more blankets! Thankfully, she actually had those extra blankets at hand. Maybe it would have been better in the summer.
I’m giving the second star because of the email-​based scheduling system, and the effort at trying to make it more pleasant by checking in at the beginning and end. Also that I can’t fault them for the location given that I could have better anticipated that. Otherwise, needless to say, I haven’t gone back and don’t plan on it.

I liked my massage from Stacey and was very stress relieving.

Elite Massage is nothing glitzy, but it’s probably the first useful, accurrate, and «real» massage I’ve ever had. If you are looking for a fancy fluff-​robed spa experience, then I would not reccomend this place. However, if you’re looking for a sincere, smart, powerful, and realistic massage specialist to help you heal, relax, and better yourself then this is exactly where you should go. I’ve had a handful of massages in my life, but this is definitely the first time I was taught ways to help my own body.
I made an appointment with Stacey to use my Groupon. I had to make the appointment far in advance. Now, I LOVE Groupon massages and have never been back to the same place twice [since they mostly cater to first-​time customers only] until now; I am going back to see Stacey again in a few weeks :)
This was the first time anyone ever asked me what I wanted, what i liked/​disliked, what I hoped to get out of my massage, etc. I have never felt so cared for by any massage therapist ever. I mean, she even poured me some water and encouraged me to drink it before i left! (I later realized that it is important to drink alot of water following a massage, to help flush the toxins out).
Seriously…quite a great experience. Can’t wait to go back.

One nice big room, music, and very nice MT. Nothing spectacular, but I felt relaxed, my therapist listened to my requests for focus areas, and had some kinks worked out at the end.

Recently I have been trying out different massage therapists around Boston to find one that I like and provides the style that I am looking for. On this occasion I was unsuccessful. First off, it is well beyond a drive or short walk for me to get too, which takes away from the experience. Secondly, while I respect that they are a small practice, I felt like I was wandering into some persons apartment — it was a little sketchy.
The massage itself was fine, not to my liking in terms of pressure or types of techniques used. Jean was nice and tried to strike up a conversation with me, but I like to zone out during this period and that wasn’t possible. Although, I asked her to focus on my back, she did a full body massage which I didn’t need at the time. I feel that the price may be a little much for what you are getting, unless you nab a discount. Nothing against them in this review, it was just a case of our styles and desires not matching.

Overall I had a really positive experience. My therapist Orion shared information with me on Therapeutic Exercise, which I found to be really helpful. I would definitely recommend Orion

Without question Orion was great and for my first therapeutic massage (as opposed to a spa massage) it was wonderful. He really took the time to work on my numerous knots. While it was relaxing, be aware that the room itself is not very relaxing. It’s right on a busy street complete with the noise. That being said, if you want an awesome deep tissue massage or have a sports injury I have no doubt this is the place for you.

I was introduced to Elite via Groupon and what a find!!! The best massage ever. I have been having shoulder issues and low back issues and Jean has really helped me. Besides getting to and working deeply on my trouble spots, Jean also took the time to show me stretching exercises and have me practice them as well. I have been 3 times and can’t wait until I go again. I cannot say enough!

I’m so glad I bought a Groupon for this place.
For a very small extra fee they let me use it for a 75 minute hot stone massage with Jean, and everything about it was amazing. I mean, not only by far the best massage of my life but like, maybe one of the best things that ever happened to me. So, so, great. I’m a poor grad student but plan on taking myself back for my birthday in a couple months anyway. She also went over everything before and afterwards, looking for input and feedback and even showing me quick moves/​exercises I could do at home to relax my stress areas.
I highly recommend checking them out. =)

I bought a deal on groupon and really glad I did it.
Stacy is really wonderful. I had massages three times within two months, and Stacy is without doubt the best among the three treats. She accurately allocate my pain point and made me so relaxed…
I feel sorry that I discover this place so late otherwise I can treat myself better!
It is pricy tho, but it definitely worth it!!!

I was fortunate enough to have a massage with Polly recently and she was FANTASTIC– so fantastic she inspired me to write my first-​ever Unilocal review! I went in as I was having some lower back issues and she not only took care of those, but found another knot in my upper back I didn’t even know was there. I left feeling like a new person and owe it all to Polly…
She’s great as she can do the sports-​type massages, but can do the relaxing, hey-​I-​just-​feel-​like-​a-​massage massage as well. I’d recommend her to anyone.
Elite massage is located within Curves which gave me pause at first as it’s obviously a women’s gym and I’m a guy, but the massage section is completely separate once you walk in, so that was completely fine.
Definitely worth a visit!

Update — Seth is no longer there, and you all know the quick little pop of anxiety you get when your fave person leaves? No need. Katherine is even better.
Prepare to be roughed up — this is sports, not spa, massage but her touch is great (considering it hurts sometimes) and she is sweet as can be.
Upgraded to 5 stars for consistency, good hiring and great customer service– I actually got a call post session to make sure I was thanked for the tip I left.

If you are having any type of sports related pain go see Seth. He has been a miracle worker on my bad knee. I started seeing him a few years ago when I was in such pain that I could not stand all day as I need to for my work and he helped me so much that I am even able to run again. Stacey is also very good. It is a small practice in a small space and if two people have appointments at the same time you will hear each other. This is not spa environment but the massages are much better than those I have had at any spa.