Swedish Massage in West Covina

What Swedish massage is

Swedish massage is what most people picture when they think of a massage, with long, gliding strokes, light to medium pressure and warm oil, at a pace that helps you slow down. It's a good choice when you mainly want to relax, and many guests leave feeling calmer and lighter.

How the session runs

You start face down under the sheet. Your therapist works the back, then the legs and arms, and asks you to turn over partway through. Most guests keep their underwear on. You stay covered the whole time, and only the area being worked on is uncovered.

The pressure stays light to medium from start to finish. If you want more or less, say so at any point. Your therapist would rather know.

What it helps with

Guests come in for a tight back and shoulders after a week at a desk, for trouble sleeping, or simply because they are wound up and want an hour that is theirs.

If something hurts in a way that worries you, see a doctor. If you are sore, stiff or tired, this is a good hour.

Swedish or deep tissue

Swedish is the slower one. It covers the whole body and stays in the surface layers, so it suits a long week, a restless mind, or a first visit.

Deep tissue focuses on specific tight spots with firmer pressure. Ours is Zen Flow® massage, our own deep tissue, with broad pressure and long, connected strokes. If your shoulders are tight or you train hard, it's usually the better choice.

If you are not sure, ask at the front desk. We would rather put you in the right session than the one you happened to click.

What you can add

Aromatherapy, hot stones and cupping all sit alongside a Swedish session. See the enhancements.

The therapists

Every massage here is given by one of our CAMTC-certified therapists. Certification takes at least 500 hours at an approved school and fingerprints filed with the state.

Booking

It helps to plan evening and weekend visits a little ahead. Complimentary parking is right outside.

Serenity Zen | Massage SPA

423 N Azusa Ave, West Covina, CA 91791

1 (626) 915-8889