Before booking.
Will it be awkward?
Most couples worry about the first few minutes more than the session itself. Once you're settled on the tables and the work begins, the awkwardness people brace for tends to fade quickly. The therapists are warm and entirely unfazed, which settles the room more than anything we can write here.
Can we have separate rooms instead?
Yes. Most couples choose the shared room because that's the point of a couples session, but separate rooms are an option for any couples booking. Just say which you'd prefer when you call. There's no need to explain why.
What's the difference between the standard and tantric versions?
The standard couples massage runs at a flowing Swedish pace and covers the whole body in 30 to 90 minutes. The tantric version moves at roughly half that speed, with longer strokes and more time held in stillness. We'd recommend at least 60 minutes for the tantric version, ideally 90.
Can we choose our therapists?
If you have a preference, mention it when you call and we'll do our best. The rota varies through the week, so the answer depends on who's on shift. The current week's lineup is on the therapist rota.
Do both of us have to choose the same treatment?
No. Each of you has your own therapist working separately, so the pressure, style and any specific requests can be different for each of you. The session is shared in the sense of being in the same room at the same time, but the work itself is tailored to each person individually.
What if one of us is much more nervous than the other?
Common, and not a problem. The therapist working with the more uncertain partner will go at a pace that suits them, including a slower start if that helps. There's no requirement to keep pace with each other.
On the day.
What should we bring?
Yourselves. Towels, sauna, showers and a hot drink before or after are all included. If there's anything you specifically want with you (a hair tie, a contact lens case) bring it, but nothing's required.
When should we arrive?
A few minutes early helps you settle into the room rather than walking straight in from the car. Arriving late means a shorter session, since the booking after yours can't be pushed back.
Can we have a drink beforehand to take the edge off?
We don't massage anyone who's been drinking or taken anything before they arrive. It isn't safe. Alcohol changes how the body responds to pressure, and judgement of what's comfortable goes with it. If you turn up worse for wear, we'll have to send you home. Save it for afterwards.
Do we have to be undressed the whole time?
You undress in private before the session begins, lie on the table, and stay undressed for the duration. There's a towel available if you want one for moving between the table and the shower afterwards. The naturist setting is part of how the work flows from one area to the next without interruption.
During the session.
Can we talk during the session?
Either way is fine. Some couples chat quietly through the session, most settle into the silence after the first few minutes. The therapists follow your lead rather than driving the conversation.
What if one of us wants the pressure adjusted?
Just say so. Your therapist will adjust without question, and you don't need to explain yourself. We'd much rather you spoke up than lie there hoping it might change.
The less-asked questions.
What if one of us gets emotional or cries?
It happens, especially with the slower tantric work. The therapist won't make a thing of it. They'll slow right down, or pause altogether, and stay with you until you feel ready to carry on. They're used to it, they don't take it personally, and they don't probe afterwards. Most people walk out lighter than they came in.
What if one of us gets aroused?
Bodies do what they do. It's not unusual and it's not a problem. The session continues at the same pace either way.