Ni Hao

I think this place is called Sports Massage now. At least that’s what the gigantic sign on the storefront reads and that’s definitely what I got. Plus when she handed me her card, she crossed out Ni Hao but didn’t write a new name.
This is a no frills spot. 35e for an hour. But if you have some major knots to be worked out, this is your spot. Do not come here for a soothing massage. This is definitely a sports massage — there’s no denying it once you see the arms on the therapist. Guns! Deep deep deep tissue!
I had really bad lower back pain for the past two weeks. She kneaded into so many knots — admittedly at some point to near tears — but for the first time, I was pain free. Yes, I’m sore. Like I had an intense work out. Some areas are sensitive to touch. But I finally didn’t have to take any pain medicines and muscle relaxers… so definitely well worth it.
Unlike other no-​frills massage places, the therapist actually talked to me about the treatment, suggested some stretches, etc. She only speaks Dutch though. Hardly any English.
Will be back for sure.