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| The Golf Course at Torrey Pines |
This visit I scheduled a 50 minute Aromatherapy Massage. All the massages are available for 50 or 80 minutes. I opted for the Aromatherapy because I simply wanted to relax...chill out. That's exactly what I did. My therapist, Raphael, started by explaining the choices I had for the "aromas". He went over each but quickly stated that, instead of choosing for what I thought I needed, he thought it was best to smell each and let your senses choose what you needed. Apparently, I needed at little refreshing as "Refresh" was the scent that most appealed to me.
He left the room so he could warm the oil and I could get comfortable on the table. The table was heated and a blanket was provided along with the normal sheet draping. I personally like the weight of a blanket. We started face down and after checking in with me about my comfort level with the temperature of the room and the pressure he was using, he went to work. I can't say I recall much after that - and that's a good thing when you're just trying to relax. He did point out a few areas where I had knots and suggested some optional therapy. Other then that, he kept a rhythm going that tells me that he's been doing this type of massage for some time and has developed a pattern that he sticks with and it works.
The facility itself is well appointed - sauna, steam room, inhalation room. The showers are very private and you have plenty of fluffy towels. The locker area is clean and quiet and they also have a few private changing rooms for those who are a little shy.
Overall, it was a very relaxing treatment - exactly what I was expecting. If you find yourself in the neighborhood, you should take the time to check out The Spa at Torrey Pines. The Lodge is wonderful as well - enjoy a glass of wine in front of the fireplace - their are several to choose from.
Got to run to a flight...my apologizes for any typos!! Tata!
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