LOOP MASSAGE / WAPPING WHARF
An Oasis of calm in the heart of Bristol.
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How to Loop

WHAT TO EXPECT

Your Visit to Loop and our House Policies.

We run a private studio, and only accept pre-booked appointments through our online booking system.
This is to help create a safe and quiet space for every body, we appreciate your co-operation.

 

YOUR VISIT

BOOKING YOUR TIME WITH LOOP

  • Book your appointment online, which includes payment for your treatment and the completion of your assesment form.

  • 29hrs prior to your appointment you will receive a reminder email. You can cancel or reshedule you appointment if you need to. (Note we operate a 24hr cancellation policy).

BEFORE YOUR TREATMENT

  • Make sure you are comfortable – Wear loose fitting clothes, don't eat a huge meal just before your appointment. 

  • If you have time, do some gentle stretches before hand. This is not essential, but it really helps.

  • Drink plenty of water before and after your massage. Don't forget to go to the loo prior to your treatment. Avoid drinking alcohol before your treatment. We will not massage you if you are intoxicated.

  • Along the way you'll be asked about the pressure used, if you're comfy and if you're warm enough in the treatment room. Please remember you can speak up anytime if anything changes.

  • Feel free to ask questions at any time, before during and after your treatment.

Arrival AT LOOP StudiO

  • Please arrive at your appointment time, not before. We need our time between appointments to clean and reset the studios.

  • Kindly wait by the front door, even if it is open! Your therapist will come to welcome you in.

  • Within the studio please use an inside voice and make sure your phone is on silent. There may be others enjoying their time with us, we like it that the studio is a serene bubble of calm

BEGINNING YOUR TREATMENT   

  • We will talk about: Your information form and your health. Areas of the body you wish to concentrate on or avoid, areas of tension.

  • We’ll take you through your completed form and check-in with how your body is feeling.

  • We strive to create a restful environment with music chosen to enhance and not overwhelm your experience. NO WHALE MUSIC here, it's just not our bag.

  • Our treatments do use oils, please let us know prior to your treatment if you have any allergies or concerns.

  • We’ll leave you to undress and get onto the couch, you'll need to put your clothes and belongings into the box provided.

DURING YOUR TREATMENT

  • State of undress? Ideally down to your pants, beneath a cosy sheet. But if you don't feel comfortable with that, we can discuss options before your treatment. 

  • While you'll be asked about the pressure used early on in the massage, please don't wait until then if something doesn't feel right. We try not to bug you with this question too often during a treatment, so let us know at any point. 

  • People may feel anxious about the 'right' way to experience a massage, their minds race and they aren't able to relax in the way they feel they should. This is completely natural, concentrating on the music playing helps or counting to ten with your in and outwards breaths does the trick. But sometimes your mind just needs to be busy, especially if you don't have much time to yourself. As the massage progresses, these thoughts should hopefully quieten down. 

  • Sometimes, people feel obliged to talk during a treatment. Don't. This is your time to relax, there is no need to make polite conversation. Often times asking questions is a way of avoiding time to yourself, to be quiet and reflect. Just rest. You can always chat to us afterwards!

FOLLOWING YOUR TREATMENT  

  • Your therapist will leave you to take a moment, and to change back into your clothes. (sit up slowly, you may be sleepy or a little woozy)

  • Drink lots of water for the rest of the day.

  • If you are consuming alcohol later please be aware it may well affect you differently to normal.

HOUSE POLICIES

You must be 18 years of age or older to receive treatments without approval or must be in the accompaniment of a Parent or Guardian who can give written permission - they will not be able to stay in the studio for the massage.

There are some illnesses and conditions which may mean you cannot be massaged or can only be massaged partially - please contact us to talk through anything you are unsure of prior to booking.

You cannot receive a massage if you have a temperature or are intoxicated.

As professional massage therapists, Loop Massage is dedicated to providing a completely safe and relaxing experience for our clients. Our work is strictly therapeutic and non-sexual. Any sexual comments or advances will result in immediate termination of the session.

We do reserve the right to refuse service at any time, to anyone, for any reason.

We run a cash free studio. Mobile devices must be silenced or turned off when treatments are in progress.