Licensed Therapists.
11 Types of Massage.
Private Room.
Your Body.
Your Tension.
Your Massage in Salt Lake City.
One licensed therapist, one private room, one session built around what your body actually needs. At Elite Spa Utah in Salt Lake City — Swedish to deep tissue, hot stone to ashiatsu and beyond.
Not Every Body
Needs the Same Thing.
Yours Won't Either.
Most people walk in carrying something specific — a shoulder that hasn't felt right in months, lower back pain that flares up every week, or a level of stress their body has stopped being able to shake on its own. A good massage session starts by understanding that, then working around it.
At Elite Spa Utah in Salt Lake City, every individual massage is a one-on-one session with a licensed therapist in a private room. Your intake is yours. Your pressure preference, your problem areas, your session length — handled by your therapist independently, from the first touch to the last.
With 11 types of massage available, there's a right fit for what you're dealing with — whether that's something clinical, something deeply relaxing, or something in between. If you're not sure which one to book, call us and we'll point you in the right direction.
Chronic Pain & Tension
Persistent tightness in the neck, shoulders, or back that keeps returning. Deep tissue and ashiatsu address the root, not just the surface.
Stress & Relaxation
When stress has become physical — trouble sleeping, shallow breathing, constant tension — Swedish and aromatherapy massage help your nervous system reset.
Recovery & Performance
For people who train or stay active. Sports massage addresses what physical activity leaves behind — lactic acid buildup, overworked muscle groups, reduced range of motion.
Not Sure Where to Start
That's what the intake form and your therapist are for. Book a session and describe what you're dealing with — we'll take it from there.
11 Types of Massage.
One Right Fit for You.
Swedish Massage
The most widely requested massage for a reason. Long, flowing strokes that work with your nervous system to release held tension, improve circulation, and bring your body out of the stress response it's been stuck in. The right choice when relaxation is the priority — or when you're new to massage and want to start with something your body can fully receive.
Deep Tissue Massage
Slower, more deliberate work that targets the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. Built for chronic tension, recurring pain, and the kind of tightness that doesn't respond to lighter pressure. Your therapist works methodically through the problem areas you identify in your intake — not a generalized hard massage, but focused work where your body actually needs it.
Hot Stone Massage
Heated basalt stones applied to key points while your therapist works — sustained warmth that relaxes tight muscle tissue from the inside out. The heat lets your therapist access deeper layers with less effort and less discomfort for you. Particularly effective for chronic back, shoulder, and hip tension, and for people whose muscles tend to resist pressure.
Sports Massage
Designed for people who use their bodies hard — whether that's regular training, physical work, or an active lifestyle. Sports massage addresses the specific demands physical activity places on the body: adhesions, reduced range of motion, overworked muscle groups, and recovery lag. Tell us what you do and what's bothering you, and your therapist will build the session around that.
Ashiatsu Massage
Your therapist uses their feet — supported overhead — to deliver broad, deeply penetrating compression across large muscle groups. The consistent, wide pressure reaches depths that hands alone can't match, without the pointed discomfort of elbow or thumb work. If deep tissue hasn't been deep enough, ashiatsu typically is. One of our most requested services by clients who carry significant back and shoulder tension.
Shiatsu Massage
Rhythmic pressure applied along specific points of the body using thumbs, fingers, and palms — performed fully clothed on a flat surface. Shiatsu works with the body's natural structure to release tension, improve energy flow, and address pain and stiffness. A good choice for people who prefer no oil and a more structured, point-based approach to their session.
Reflexology
Targeted pressure applied to specific points on the feet that correspond to areas throughout the body. Reflexology relieves local foot tension while producing a full-body response — improved circulation, reduced stress, and a notable shift in how the rest of the body feels. Often paired with other services, but consistently effective as a standalone session.
Head Spa Massage
Dedicated work on the scalp, neck, and cranial tissue — areas that carry significant tension and rarely get addressed in a full-body session. A head spa massage releases the compression that builds at the base of the skull, behind the ears, and across the crown. Clients often describe it as the first time their head has felt fully relaxed. Effective for tension headaches, jaw tightness, and stress that lives in the upper body.
Foot Massage
More than a foot rub — a focused session targeting the feet, ankles, and lower legs. Your therapist works through the dense muscle and fascial tissue of the feet, addressing pain from standing, walking, or overuse. Particularly effective for plantar discomfort, tired legs, and people who are on their feet for long stretches. A short session that delivers a disproportionate amount of relief.
4 Hands Massage
Two therapists working simultaneously on one client — in perfect coordination, covering the full body at the same time. The bilateral stimulation overwhelms the brain's ability to track and anticipate movement, which produces a depth of relaxation that a single-therapist session can't replicate. If you've done standard massage and want to experience something significantly different, this is it.
Chair Massage
A focused session performed in a massage chair — no table, no oil, fully clothed. Targets the upper body: neck, shoulders, upper back, and arms. A practical choice for people with limited time, those new to massage, or anyone who wants targeted relief without a full session. Also available for workplace and event bookings — call us to ask about group options.
From Booking
to Walking Out Different
01
You Choose the Service
Pick the massage type that fits what you're dealing with — or call us and describe your symptoms. If you're not sure which service is right, that's what our team is for. Book online and show up; we handle the rest.
02
Your Intake
Before your session, you'll fill out an intake form covering your problem areas, pressure preference, anything to avoid, and what you want the session to accomplish. Your therapist reads it before touching you — not after.
03
Your Private Room
One therapist, one client, one private room. No shared space, no ambient noise from other tables, no interruptions. The room is yours for the full length of your session.
04
The Session
Your therapist works the plan from your intake — adjusting in real time based on what they find and what you communicate during the session. If something isn't working, say so. The session is yours to direct.
05
After Your Massage
Take your time getting up. Drink water. Most people feel the full effect settle in over the hour that follows. Your therapist can also give you straightforward guidance on what to do — or avoid — to extend how long the results hold.
06
Coming Back
One session helps. Regular sessions build. Most of the lasting benefits — pain management, sleep, range of motion, stress — come from consistent visits. Ask us what a realistic schedule looks like for your goals and your life.
How Much Time
Does Your Body Actually Need?
30
MinutesTargeted work on one or two specific areas. The right length when you know exactly what's bothering you and want focused relief without a full session.
60
MinutesThe most popular session length. Enough time to work through the full body with meaningful attention to your problem areas. A complete session for most people.
90
MinutesMore time for your therapist to address every area thoroughly — including the ones that get skipped in a 60-minute session. The right choice if you carry tension across multiple areas or haven't had a massage in a while.
120
MinutesTwo full hours of uninterrupted therapeutic work. Every area addressed, every layer worked through. For people with significant accumulated tension or those who want the most complete session available.
Questions About
Getting a Massage
in Salt Lake City
Common questions from people booking their first session — or their first session with us — at Elite Spa Utah.
The quickest way is to call us at (801) 839-8880 and describe what you're dealing with — pain, stress, recovery, or something else. We'll point you toward the right fit. If you'd rather book online, read through the service descriptions and match the problem to the approach. When in doubt, Swedish massage is a solid starting point and your therapist can adjust from there based on what they find.
If it's your first massage or your first time with us, 60 minutes is a good starting point. It gives your therapist enough time to understand how your body responds and address your main problem areas without rushing. If you carry tension across a lot of areas, 90 minutes gives more room to work. A 30-minute session is best if you have a specific, isolated area you want targeted.
Tell them everything that's relevant: where you're holding pain or tension, any injuries (recent or old), your pressure preference, and what you want to walk away feeling. Also mention any medical conditions, recent surgeries, or skin sensitivities. The intake form covers most of this, but your therapist will also check in before starting. The more specific you are, the more useful the session will be.
Swedish massage uses longer, flowing strokes at lighter-to-medium pressure — focused on relaxation, circulation, and nervous system response. Deep tissue uses slower, more targeted techniques at firm pressure to reach deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. If your main goal is relaxation or general stress relief, Swedish. If you have persistent pain, chronic tightness, or areas that don't respond to lighter work, deep tissue. Some people benefit from both in the same session — your therapist can blend them.
After deep tissue, ashiatsu, or sports massage — yes, mild soreness in the areas that were worked is common, usually peaking 12 to 24 hours later and resolving within a day or two. It's a sign your therapist reached tissue that needed attention. Drinking water after your session helps clear what was released. If you're concerned about how you'll feel afterward, mention it to your therapist and they can adjust intensity accordingly.
It depends on the service. For Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, and most oil-based massages, clients typically undress to their comfort level and are professionally draped throughout — only the area being worked on is ever uncovered. For shiatsu and chair massage, you remain fully clothed. For reflexology and foot massage, only your feet and lower legs need to be accessible. We'll explain what's appropriate for your specific service when you arrive.
Yes. Infrared sauna and massage work well together on the same visit — heat opens muscle tissue before your therapist works it, and a post-massage sauna session helps clear inflammation and extend the results. Book your massage online, then call us at (801) 839-8880 to coordinate an infrared sauna session the same day.
Your Body Has Been
Asking for This.
Book Your Session.
One licensed therapist. One private room. One session built around what your body actually needs. Book your massage at Elite Spa Utah in Salt Lake City — or call us if you want help choosing the right service.