Elements Massage

I Had a 1 hr session with Kim who was very good and focussed on all of my problem areas. She even suggested couple of exercises. The place was very accommodative of our schedule change request too.

Great costumer service, and a great therapist. I had Mark for the sports massage/​deep tissue for an hour and I throughly enjoyed it.

I have to say the massage therapists are excellent, but the owner is a nightmare! She’s probably the rudest business owner I’ve ever met. Due to that, I’m canceling my membership. The last thing you need to deal with is a rude business owner when you’re paying $ 85 per month for a massage.

Elements continues to be my favorite place to get a massage in Boulder. I woke up with a migraine this morning and was in desperate need of some relief. I called midday for an appointment and I was able to get in for a deep tissue massage. I saw Andrew at 3 as my usual go-​to person, Glen was unavailable. Andrew was fantastic! I told him about my migraine and we decided to focus mainly on my neck and shoulders for the hour massage. I left feeling a million times better with all the knots in my neck worked out. Thank you Elements staff and Andrew! I’ll be back for maintenance

I requested an appointment for my 21 year old daughter. Elements called me at 9am and was able to accommodate both of us for the same day at 7pm which was perfect. When we walked in we were greeted my a friendly young gentleman. My daughter had Lania for a therapist and I had Laura. My massage was absolutely perfect. Laura was knowledgable, skillful, and just wonderful. I felt totally taken care of. My daughter also loved her massage and made a connection with her therapist. I have been getting massages regularly for about 20 years at all different kinds of places and this was really one of the best. Thank you Laura and Lania.

Stumbled upon this place when I was up in Boulder last summer and I absolutely love it! Every time I’m in town I make sure to schedule and appointment.

Because of my unpredictable lifestyle I love being able to call the day of and usually get an appointment.
If you get a chance to receive a massage from Glenn, it comes highly recommended, especially if you are an athlete or are a fan of deep tissue massage. I’ve worked with countless massage therapists, and Glen is as good as it gets.

My hubby booked me a massage as a Birthday present a while back. The location of this elements Massage is a bit tricky, so you should look it up on a map before heading out. I am more directionally challenged than a regular Jane, but even if you are a Geography ninja, I suggest you look it up.
My first massage was nice. I asked for a relaxing massage, and I got one. I booked another one three weeks later.
The massage was good but I felt the therapist short changed me on time. she started 5 minutes late and ended 5 minutes early on my massage. I also broke out in some kind of rashes (both the times) after the massage, which the therapist attributed to a nut allergy. I don’t have any kind of allergies. but I agreed to a non oil based massage. And I broke out again. This is the only two times I have had skin rashes after a massage. However I am ready to attribute it to stress factors or whatever !
They also try to upsell you their membership which is why I have them 3 stars. The massages were relaxing. post massage selling. not so much.

I visited my local massage therapist on the Monday before my vacation to Colorado. I hadn’t been in awhile, and I’m a huge mess biomechanically, so he did the best he could in our usual 80 minute session. When I told him I was heading to Colorado, and asked if there was anything he could recommend he said, «I recommend you get another massage in the next week or so while you’re on vacation…»
With practically a «doctor’s order» to get another massage (who am I to argue?) I looked up locations in Boulder, where we would be visiting. I found Elements via Unilocal here, and read Hannah S’s review about Glenn. Something about the review made me feel like he would be the right guy to visit.
I made an appointment for the 55 minute massage right before leaving for our trip. Glenn was on time, and my massage with him was very relaxing. I made sure to tell him up front the areas that were sensitive on me (piriformis) or of concern (achilles, calves/​anterior & posterior tibialis) etc. plus I told him, «Oh and I’m a desk worker, so I ‘hunch’ like this a lot,» as I demonstrated the position to him.
1 – 2 minutes of chatting and he knew exactly what I needed. The full 55 minutes was done with me face-​down, with him dealing with my neck, back, glutes, hamstrings and calves.
I was really impressed by Glenn. I don’t often feel a «bond» with a therapist on the first visit, because they usually don’t get what I need. But Glenn seemed to know immediately, based on my comments at the outset. When he checked in with me on a stroke, and I said it felt a bit like a «hot poker iron» on me, he said, «Yup, that’s your piriformis… Just like you said, it’s really tender.» His constant check-​ins with the pressure were helpful and relaxed me greatly. I knew quickly that he would do everything he could to make sure anything I felt wasn’t «negative» pain but more of an oh yeah, «scratch an itch» feeling…
Glenn also did some «trademark» moves that my local therapist does, which really surprised and impessed me. I’ve never had a therapist outside of my local guy, or Glenn, who does assisted psoas stretches, or other assisted maneuvers where they hold/​lock certain joints/​muscles in place (I’m probably describing it wrong) so they can isolate a stretch or motion. It was wonderful.
The front desk was also very helpful. I didn’t get any chocolate or epsom salts as mentioned in other posts, but the massage was unbelievably relaxing. And when I went to leave, I offered a hand to Glenn in a formal handshake, but he wanted to ‘hug it out’ goodbye, which is my preferred method anyway. :-) I think he could sense it.
This is a great location (go to Whole Foods for some dim sum afterwards to keep relaxing) with great staff. I highly recommend visiting Elements in Boulder for a great massage.

I had the best massage of my life from Carrie at Elements! I had slept wrong on my neck and the massage made me immediately feel better that day and for the rest of the week!

I was really excited to try this place after reading the reviews online and after a recommendation from a friend. I took the time to visit the location and chat about who might be the best fit for me for a much needed massage. In person, I scheduled the time with the selected massage therapist. The guy that helped me was polite and I didn’t have any complaints at this point.
I took the time out of a hectic schedule for my massage, only to turn up and find that they had booked me at a different time (earlier) with a different person. They had either switched my appointment without telling me or messed up the booking process in the less than 24 hours since I came in and made the booking.
The receptionist was pretty off hand about it and while they were able to «fit me in» with the person they had changed me to at the later time (which was my actual scheduled time by my booking), I was really put off by her attitude. The replacement massage therapist seemed nice and probably would have been fine, however it left me feeling more than a little annoyed that I had taken the time to go in and schedule and in less than 24 hours they had messed it up and the receptionist made out like it was my error (I had recorded the appointment on my calendar with time and name while making the booking… it was pretty clear who I was supposed to see and when) and then palmed if off with a, well the other guy is new… so I guess he messed up. There was no appreciation that I had driven more than 30 minutes each way, come in and then been told I was seeing someone else without asking me first. I opted to postpone since it left me feeling so annoyed it seemed pointless to spend the money on a massage when they had just succeeded in making more tense than when I came in! This place needs better customer service. Mistakes happen, but it is how you deal with it that counts. This women needs some help in how to deal with situations that may arise.

Daniel is absolutely fantastic! I have some minor back issues that Daniel has done a great job at helping me sort out. I am a major wuss who still wants to enjoy her massage, and he is able to help me with my problem areas without making for a painful massage and still allowing me to feel relaxed afterwards. My boyfriend also has some back problems (and he’s much less of a wuss than myself) and he also says that Daniel has mad a big difference.
Everyone at Elements is always professional and the facilities are clean and calming. We have the membership which is great and allows you to get a 55 min massage for $ 60. Love this place!

I recently pulled a muscle in my upper back that was so painful I could hardly sleep. I made an appointment at Elements thinking it might help and I can honestly say I was amazed by how much it did. When I walked in I couldn’t lift my arm above my shoulder and I couldn’t look right. By the time I walked out my range of motion in both areas had improved by 90% at least.
If you’re looking for a great, stress/​pain-​relieving massage go to Elements.

I continue to be so impressed with Elements Massage. Every massage I have had there has been excellent. I feel listened to, deeply relaxed, respected, and nurtured. Every therapist I have had has been wonderful — although each has a different style, the quality of the massage is equally good no matter who you see. This place beats the massages at other chain massage places HANDS DOWN (no pun intended).

I never would have planned to have a membership at any massage establishment but Elements makes it worth it. I, and everyone I know, have had only amazing massages there. I find it quite stressful getting a massage and not knowing if they’ll do a good job and use the amount of pressure I would like.
If you’re not a member then the massages are a bit pricey but obviously they want people to be members and that’s not an inappropriate business model when you’re offering such great service! The «membership» price is a good value. You can transfer unused massages or purchase more and cancel whenever you’d like, so there’s really no risk in membership. My physical and emotional wellness have improved now that I’m «treating» myself to a monthly massage.

ive been a member here for 6 months and before that came in sporadically. i work out 4 – 6 days a week and wanted to treat myself for my hard work — plus im always sore. my go-​tos are shawna and joan (joan unfortunately just left elements). shawna is great and shows me stretches to help certain tight muscles in my body. she also focuses on certain areas that she can tell are under stress. the online reservation system is very easy. i also appreciate the membership perks — like free upgrades to 80 minutes, adding hot stone for $ 10, etc. membership also requires no long term committment and if you dont use a massage, it doesnt go away.
also, i had a friends membership massage after she moved away, and they were very nice about allowing me to reschedule past expiration when i was stuck on the east coast because of hurricane sandy.
before becoming a member here i tried out a couple other places in boulder that offered deals. im more than happy to stick with elements and look forward to my monthly appointments.

I got a couples massage here and truly enjoyed the experience. Both therapists were very good, the atmosphere, care and little details with the experience we’re wonderful. In particular I appreciated that they catered to our individual needs and requests.

Firstly, let me say that if I were rating my massage therapist, Mark S, alone it would be 4 stars, but this also includes the facility/​business practices.
MASSAGE
I came in after a 1.5 day tension headache coupled with the usual tight shoulders from climbing. Mark did a great job and without any new agey nonsense (as requested).
OTHER
They use a non-​standard system at 55 and 80 minutes. 55 I can see, 5 min to get ready, but why deduct another 5 from the standard 90 min session? I pulled the rates from six of the massage businesses that came up on Google’s local search. The hourly (non-​membership) rate for a sports massage ranged from $ 63 to 89. Elements was $ 9 an hour more than the nearest competitor. What does that get you? A piece of Dove chocolate and a bottle of water that I had to dump out after it leaked all over my bag before I opened it. Yes, the facility is nice and you can shop at Vitamin Cottage or Whole Foods in the same trip, but I personally can’t justify the added cost for location and a piece of mediocre chocolate.

Relaxation. Detoxification. Chocolate. This place has so many things going for it.
I went in on a whim when I began to get tension headaches a couple of months ago. This was based solely on the strength of fellow Unilocalers, who I think for steering me in the right direction. I did a 55 minute massage with Lindsey who was absolutely incredible. She read my body’s responses very well and really spent time on my problem areas. I immediately bought a membership and have been twice since, and it’s always a really wonderful experience. Their membership deal is terrific and I am always greeted warmly and treated with respect. I quite like their waiting area, it’s nice to curl up with some Yogi tea and a book if I arrive early — honestly, I’ve made a point to do so from time to time!
Since coming here I’ve had much less neck and pectoral tension, the headaches have stopped, and overall I feel just terrific. Lindsey gave me a couple sheets of stretches I can do at home and in the office which have helped as well. They really do go the extra mile and have a great interest in personal health and wellness.
But I’m easy to please — the biggest litmus test for me was my husband. He’s very open about homeopathy but skeptical on massages. I shared one of my monthly massages with him and he came out raving. This from a man who will eat an amazing dinner and say «Yeah, it’s okay» and I know that is a lofty compliment. The man used the word «awesome.» I’ve now convinced him to buy a monthly membership as well. The massages have helped discharge a lot of the lactic acid built up in his system and he sleeps much better.
Go here. Bottom line. Do it.

(ponders) mmmmmmm…(scowl)…now, months after my 1^st review on Unilocal (which was for Elements), maybe I *am* a shill for Elements as some thought I was back then. I’ve done 2 «first» reviews for them. I wonder if that’d be good for, say, a 50% off coupon? (eyes owner Kate pointedly :)
Hokay. I relocated to NW Broomfield a few weeks ago, and have been in sort of a slump. It’s been a combo of work-​related personality issues, 6 weekends straight of weather more suited to the Scottish moors than the Denver area, and my car’s engine self-​destructing dramatically (I kid you not, there’s an impressive hole in part of my engine), after my car started running more roughly and my low oil warning light didn’t come on – first time it ever failed — and I didn’t find out until it was too late. So it hasn’t been the easiest last 30 days. It will get better.
I figured the kindest thing I could do for myself was get a massage, since I’ve been trying to at least make some nodding concessions towards the physical demands of my body. I call my usual haunt, Elements in «Cherry Creek» (even though it’s really more like Elements of Cheesman Park). «Oh I’m sorry! We’re all booked up today.» Such is life. I call the Arvada location, who I’d heard was hurting for business. «Oh I’m sorry! We’re all booked up today.» Ooof. Maybe because it was Mom’s Day? Maybe. Or maybe lots of people had the same idea I had.
Google, Elements, location finder… hmmm, an office in Boulder? Errrrrrrrr… hey *wait a sec*, I’m just down the street from Boulder now practically. *brrrrrrring…brrrrrrrring* «Elements of Boulder, how may I help you?» «Hi! Do you have any openings today?» «Why yes we do, *what time would work best for you?*» (eyes widen, mentally staggers back a foot or 2 and looks bewildered) «You mean I have a *choice*? Ummmmmm… anytime really.» «Well, why don’t I get you in at 3pm?» «3 would be good. 2 would be a better time. Would that work, or n…» «Yes, that’ll work just fine.» *boggle* Done and done!!! Hop in my friend’s loaner car (yay for good friends) and zoom down to Boulder…
Had a heck of a time (for a 5 minute span) finding the place… the address is «30^th St» but it is NOT *PHYSICALLY* on 30^th St. It’s in a little shopette/​strip mall there. Between 28^th and 30^th St, on the N side of Pearl St, with the anchor store being a Whole Foods Market. Go around the corner east, then north — and there you are. Never let it be said I don’t spread around the good karma. :)
I get in there… Chris, the receptionist, is a sunny-​faced cheery young man who welcomes me warmly. I’m blinking inside my mind and thinking «This does not compute. Why are all the things suddenly going my way today?» Maybe I was due. I give up trying to understand it and just accept. :) I meet Kate, the manager, just before I go into my session, with just as sunny and cheery a disposition as Chris had. I start to note a pattern of graciousness and kindness and positivity welling out of them — *genuinely*. I make note of things like that. Some small talk ensues and I find out the location has just been open a month. Really? I thought I’d seen them listed on Element’s website before. But nope, just a month. I then meet my masseuse, Jenny, and yep… sunny, cheery, and wonderful personality. *GOOD DEAL* — I needed a break. :) :)
I’m sure I’m getting close to the review limit, but to start wrapping things up, Jenny gives a great massage. She tends to focus more on the gentler side versus deep, but she was able to bring some nice pressure in spots I sorely needed it — she also has a great personality and I bonded with her pretty quickly. She also has a soft touch — some masseuses do not have that. I can’t really put it into words well — for lack of a better descriptive term, you can tell she cares about her clients as well as her work — some masseuses only care about the work but just want to clock you in and clock you out — that isn’t Jenny.
The room was very peaceful with soft music playing just enough to be background and relax you… not overly intrusive. Bed was warm and comfortable to lay on, clean sheets that were in good condition… basically a perfect environment to relax and try and unwind.
Kate was great afterwards and chatted with me for about 20 – 25 minutes, even though I was starting to get very mentally twitchy from low blood sugars. She hooked me up with the names of a chiropractor and another person, and I told her about Unilocal — I *loved* that she instantly scribbled it down like it was important. :) :) The Boulder location just became my default go-​to place, not only for the personalities and skill there, but also because the E 6^th Ave location is now a 45 min commute for me, driving pretty fast — and Boulder is only 15 minutes tops. I’m looking forward to going back again in a few weeks!