Source Vitamins & Baan Thai Massage

This place is one of the best places to get a massage in Calgary! If you’ve never had a Thai Massage, then you’re in for a treat — this is the place to go. It can be a little alarming as Thai massages are much more «hands-​on» — excuse the pun, than Western massages. However, the girls in this establishment are extremely professional (in fact there are notices on the walls asking you to respect the therapist — I suspect they occasionally get some interesting characters to have to head off anything untoward). These girls are tiny, yet freakishly strong! It’s pretty amazing how they can contort you and stretch you in places you never knew could be stretched, but OMG it feels good! They get right in there — they ask if the pressure is too much and will focus on the areas that really need attention. I have a particularly bad knot in my left shoulder and they really go to town on it. Really helps.
Every time I come out of Baan Thai I float home. The tea is lovely at the end and I usually browse their lotions and potions before I go. I always pick up some Incense — I can’t seem to find this kind anywhere else.
I’ve been going to Baan Thai for about a year now and have promised myself to go at least once a month. They accept credit cards or debit (and cash I imagine) and I never have a problem submitting a claim to my benefits. Enjoy!

This place has not received a review on their website since June 2014 and July 2014 on Unilocal.I just wrote a review on their website and it looks like it will NOT get posted since only positive reviews are posted. I have been a long term, loyal customer of Baan Thai since 2012. I remember googling online looking for a good deep massage location since my back and shoulders were really stiff and sore from sitting in front of the computer all day. I came across Baan Thai and read the reviews and everyone said it was a must try so I decided to give it try. I was definitely not disappointed. I felt my back and shoulders thoroughly worked on and I have been a loyal customer ever since. When Baan Thai increased their price to $ 80/​hr for massage, I thought it was reasonable since the massage quality was unmatchable.
All masseuses are from Thailand; therefore, the massages are authentic Thai massages. However, since mid-​last year there has been a lot of turnovers in the masseuses since their working visa has expired. The new masseuses are not of the same caliber as the old ones. After my regular masseuse returned back to Thailand, I decided to stay with Baan Thai. Over the span of 4 months, I have returned to Baan Thai three times and had a different masseuse each time. Today was my third and LAST visit. Each massage experience, became more disappointing and frustrating then the previous one. My experience today was both painful and confusing. Painful because my masseuse used her ELBOW to massage me — bone against bone is not the most comfortable experience. Confused because before the massage began, the masseuse asked me how much pressure do I like? I told her a lot of pressure because my back and shoulders are stiff. Not once throughout my 1 hour of Thai oil massage did I feel like she used any strength or pressure to work out the knots in my back and shoulders. Besides running her elbow down my spine there was no wrist and/​or hand muscle used on any of my sore spots. The masseuse covered me in more oil then required. Both the bedsheets and myself were covered in oil. When the masseuse asked me what I would like to drink at the end of the massage session, I wanted to just leave since I felt like I got nothing out of the session.
There was a time when it would take a while before you can get in to see a masseuse. You literally had to book 2 – 3 weeks in advance. Now a day you can get in the next or same day.
I will not be returning to Baan Thai anymore.

Today my friend and I had a reflexology treatment at Baan Thai. It wasn’t your typical reflexology treatment. It felt very rushed and somewhat aggressive. It wasn’t slow, gentle or soothing. We both felt they rushed through it and didn’t focus on sore areas etc. They spend 40 minutes on feet, then 10 minutes on your head (pulling hair and very firmly rubbing the temples). The last ten minutes are spent on the neck and shoulders. That was nice. Would I go back? Probably not.

I could write a lot about this place. I will TRY to keep it brief as I answer questions I had going in!
I love all things Thai. It was only natural that the goodness of Unilocal steered me in this direction to check this place out and get a much needed foot massage! Yippee! The start of my new life, ME going HERE all the time now!
Reservations — as one other reviewer pointed out, you have to have a credit card to book in case you are a no-​show. Understandable. You have 24 hours to cancel and they will not run your credit card through until after your massage time slot. They will call you the day before and confirm your time and ask you to come in 10 min early re paperwork if you are a first-​timer.
Parking — no worries. Pay in the pay per use lot where Ducky’s Pub is. Run in, give the gal at the counter your license plate and the guy checking the lot will pop in supposedly and check in with all the plate numbers with staff. You are safe and if you happen to get a ticket, take it back to the business and they will take care of it. I was good, no ticket and I worried all day about it for nothing! You just never know with downtown parking!
Check in — go in and fill out the paperwork and wait! It is NOT a spa so there is not a lot of room to relax at all but you can scan all the bottled remedies and vitamins they have there. The gal at the front desk today was super friendly. If you are early like I was, check in and go for a walk. There is a ton of places to go for coffee, food, etc.
Insurance — All the massage ladies are licensed and registered but are NOT recognized by Sunlife or Manulife. At least they tell you this going in. I had no problem with $ 65 an hour for a great foot reflexology session!
Massage — you are collected from the front room and given a loose top and bottoms to wear in your room. The therapist will come in and you give yourself over! Lots of bending, chopping, some pain and anticipation of such pain but I needed a good working over so, it was great! Felt really good after, kept me wanting more time so of course I will go back. I do not think Calgary offers any other place like this!
The oils they use did not take off my fresh pedicure from just a few days ago either which was a plus!
The room smells fantastic of health — liniment and oils. The room is dim, spacious and comfortable with low music.
No small talk, no chit chat, no warning of what is to come and no explanation of what they are doing to you. Yes, there was a language barrier but I was not coming in for small talk anyways.
When time is up, they leave, you change, pay at the front, grab the green tea they will prep for you if you would like one and you are out!
The massage started and ended on time and I felt the time was managed well for what I booked.
The guy coming out before me booked a 2 HOUR massage and honestly, that would be a great way to go as the time flies!
The therapists are all from Thailand and made for a great, authentic experience!

I was in search of a massage place when a co-​worker suggested Baan Thai. She said that they give the best thai hot oil massage so I decided to call and book and appointment. In order to secure your appointment you have to give them your credit card number, there is no other way. They do this because they will charge you if you don’t show up. This place is pretty popular so they probably don’t want no shows. You are able to cancel within 24 hours.
Baan Thai is just off 17^th avenue in the SW, they have free parking for their customers, you just have to give them your licence plate number inside. Arriving, I had to fill out a short form because it was my first visit. The seating area is a little crowded as they sell stuff as well. My appointment was on time and the sweet masseuse showed me to my room. The room is very dim and calming music is played to set the mood for relaxation. My experience was obviously different from a regular massage. If I were to explain what a thai hot oil massage was, it would be a mix of a regular massage and traditional thai massage. Although I have never been for a traditional thai massage, I know it involved a lot of stretching which the thai oil massage has a bit of. The warm oil on the skin is super soothing and feels so nice. She will ask if the pressure is okay but if you need more, you can ask for that as well.
At the end of the massage I feel rejuvenated. Although you’re a bit oily, it’s all good ;) They also offer some hot tea or water. nice hot cup of tea all the way! :) Next time on one of my visits, I’ll try the traditional thai massage.

This is the ultimate treat for massage in Calgary. An adorable small location, unassuming in the Mission area, holds within it 4 massage studios and a talented staff of masseuses ready to make you feel amazing!
Totally professional service, reasonable prices, intense and deep massages mixed with traditional Thai alternative medicinal practices. My favourite is the Thai Oil massage, as it mixes Canadian and Thai massages on a comfy table. But the Traditional Thai massage is also awesome if you feel like you need a really good stretch.
For those unfamiliar with Thai massage, in my experience it’s like two-​person yoga mixed with massage. Elbows, heels, you name it. I will always go back!

I must have passed Baan Thai a billion times before realizing what they offered, which is traditional Thai Massage, as well as regular massage and foot reflexology. Its the tiniest of locations, but the rooms are large and spacious as well as calming. FOr those not familiar with what a traditional Thai massage is, I would describe it as a mix between yoga and full body massage. You’re treatment happens on a large flat mat on the floor. You change into loose thai clothing, and a ritual foot cleansing is done before the massage starts.
My sister had told me how the little therapist had kicked her ass during her first session, but she felt great afterwards.
What she didnt tell me is that you cant be shy when having this type of massage. I was pulled and stretched and chopped in all sorts of manner. The therapist climbed all over me, kneeding my butt with her knees, folding me in half and elbowing me in the upper, upper thigh… Sounds pervy, I know, but I felt fantastic once I was done. I can only imagine it doesnt get this «intimate» so to sepak when they are in a session with a man,
For those who prefer something a little less up in your buisness, my mother has had a couple foot reflexology sessions, and said they were amazing. Its an hour long massage, focusing mostly on the feet, but also does a bit of upper body and head work.

I had my first massage here in 2010 and I’ve been coming here ever since. I come here because they are a traditional thai massage place and I’ve found this style of massage to be more effective for me and muscle healing because I work out lots. I appreciate Baan Thai massage and highly recommend them to anyone :)

I went here for an aromatherapy oil massage and it was soo soothing, relaxing and professional. I felt totally pampered when i came out of here, seriously beats any massage I’ve had anywhere else in Calgary. Super rejuvenating and leaving there I actually had the feeling I imagine one should have when leaving a relaxing massage. Very satisfying! And at a very low cost — I think an hour was $ 65.
They do a tummy massage too which was super nice and gentle and I imagine good for your organs and digestion. Again, amazing. :))

Woe is me, I’ve been to Thailand, yet have never had a real Thai massage. I was busy doing other things I suppose.
My work benefits were replenished again, so I took to Unilocal to find out about other types of massages, and saw the reviews on this place.
I’ve passed it many times in my life, but never gave it a thought.
Well last Friday I had a hour and a half massage, and it wasn’t what I expected at all, it was better.
First I would look up a video on youtube as to what to expect. This is what I would call an ‘active massage’ where you don’t get to just lay down and do nothing and zone out.
This involves stretching, some body manipulation, and elbows and feet used on your limb/​arms etc.
The room is basic, and clean with a mattress on the floor — made up of course, not bare. My therapist, Jukki, used a towel with water and essential oils on my legs, I assume to make sure you’re clean and to facilitate massaging, versus using oil all over your body. She said a prayer before massaging me, which I liked. They provide you with traditional Thai outfit, and you are fully clothed, which is good, because some of those positions. let me tell you…
Holy F. This little lady is strong. She had her foot in my hamstrings, elbows in my back, foot in my ass (literally), was on top of me making me touch my toes, and all sorts of contortions I’ve never had a massage therapist use. I imagine that if you are inflexible it could hurt. This isn’t supposed to be a relaxation massage by the way, it’s definitely therapeutic, and you feel great afterwards.
Just a few recommendations from me if you want to try/​do this type of massage;
Check it out on Youtube to get an idea of what it’s about.
She massaged deep in my stomach, so I suggest not eating right beforehand or this could be uncomfortable.
Drink a lot of water a while before, and a litre at least afterwards, you’ll need it.
Again, as someone else suggested, ask them not to use the elbows if you are hurting somwhere — I had her do my shoulders with her elbows, and two days after it still hurt (though I did not ask her to stop) and this is a tense area for me.
Relax and let the therapist guide you, don’t resist how she’s manipualting your bodu, and make sure to breathe.
I definitely recommend Baan Thai. Clean and very professional.
At $ 65 for an hour and $ 98 for an hour and a half, this is the best deal for a massage I’ve encountered.

I returned for another massage today and I really dont want to re review this place again just becuase I want it all for myself. But I must admit for the hour and a half massage for less than 100 dollars, I swear this one has been one of the best I have in my life to date.
Courteous service, professional Thai Masseuses. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the arthritis in my knees is so much less painful.
I am making this a bi monthly haunt, highely recommended by this Unilocaler.

I have had a sore neck and back for a very long time. I have learned to tolerate the discomfort and find yoga helps. I decided to try Baan Thai Massage. All I can say is I loved it! Not only did I sleep though the whole night but I feel so much better and more free. I would strongly recommend Baan Thai and it is very reasonably priced! I’d give it 10 Stars if I could.