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Hayahay Massage & Wellness is a massage therapy clinic located on 17th Avenue SE in Calgary, Alberta. Our Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) provide therapeutic, relaxation, deep tissue, sports, prenatal, Thai, Filipino Hilot, reflexology, and other massage therapy services.

We welcome clients from across Calgary and surrounding communities, including Chestermere, Airdrie, Okotoks, High River, and nearby areas.

Yes. Direct billing is available for many major insurance providers and extended health benefit plans, depending on your individual coverage.

Our team can help process eligible massage therapy claims when possible. We recommend checking your insurance plan before your appointment to confirm your massage therapy coverage, annual limits, referral requirements, and Registered Massage Therapist eligibility.

Yes. Hayahay Massage & Wellness - 17th Ave. SE offers treatment from qualified Registered Massage Therapists in Calgary.

Receiving treatment from an RMT may allow eligible clients to submit massage therapy expenses through their workplace health benefits or private insurance plan, depending on their coverage.

Hayahay Massage & Wellness offers a variety of massage therapy treatments, including:

• Therapeutic Massage

• Swedish Relaxation Massage

• Filipino Hilot Massage

• Sports Massage

• Couples Massage

• Prenatal Massage

• Reflexology

• Thai Massage

• Deep Tissue Massage

• Cupping and other therapeutic techniques, depending on therapist availability

Your therapist can recommend a treatment approach based on your goals, comfort level, and areas of tension.

Therapeutic massage is a more targeted form of massage therapy designed to address muscle tension, stiffness, restricted movement, overuse, and general muscular discomfort.

A Registered Massage Therapist may use techniques such as deep tissue work, stretching, trigger-point therapy, myofascial techniques, and other manual therapy methods depending on your needs.

Filipino Hilot is a traditional Filipino wellness practice that uses therapeutic touch, pressure, stretching, and massage techniques to help relieve muscular tension and promote relaxation.

At Hayahay Massage & Wellness in Calgary, Hilot-inspired treatment brings elements of traditional Filipino healing into a professional massage therapy setting.

Many Filipino clients may recognize traditional descriptions such as “lamig,” muscle tightness, body aches, or areas that feel stiff and heavy.

Hayahay Massage & Wellness 17th Ave. SE offers Filipino Hilot Massage in Calgary.

For clients searching for Hilot massage near me, Filipino massage Calgary, Pinoy massage Calgary, or traditional Filipino massage therapy, our clinic provides a welcoming environment where Filipino wellness traditions are incorporated into professional massage care.

Swedish massage is a gentle, relaxing massage technique using flowing strokes, kneading, and light-to-moderate pressure.

It is commonly chosen by clients who want to:

• Relax

• Reduce everyday stress

• Ease general muscle tension

• Improve their sense of well-being

• Enjoy a calming full-body massage

Deep tissue massage uses slower movements and firmer pressure to work on deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue.

It may be appropriate for clients experiencing persistent muscle tightness, stiffness, repetitive-use tension, or discomfort from physically demanding activities.

Pressure should always remain within your comfort level, and you can ask your therapist to adjust the intensity at any time.

Sports massage is designed for physically active clients, athletes, gym-goers, runners, and people involved in repetitive or demanding activities.

Sports massage may focus on specific muscle groups and can include stretching, deeper pressure, mobility work, and other therapeutic techniques to support recovery and movement.

You do not need to be a professional athlete to book a sports massage.

Yes. Hayahay Massage & Wellness 17th Ave. SE offers prenatal massage in Calgary for expectant mothers when massage therapy is appropriate for their stage of pregnancy.

Prenatal massage is adapted for comfort and may help address common pregnancy-related muscle tension, back discomfort, and general physical stress.

Please inform your therapist that you are pregnant when booking your appointment.

Yes. Couples massage is available at Hayahay Massage & Wellness 17th Ave. SE, subject to therapist and room availability.

Two clients can receive individual massage treatments at the same time in a shared private treatment space.

Couples massage can be booked by partners, spouses, friends, or family members.

Thai massage combines assisted stretching, pressure, movement, and traditional bodywork techniques.

It may be helpful for clients looking to improve flexibility, loosen tight muscles, and experience a more active form of massage therapy.

Your therapist can modify techniques based on your comfort level and mobility.

Reflexology involves applying pressure to specific areas of the feet, hands, or other reflex points.

Many clients choose reflexology for relaxation, stress relief, and overall wellness.

It may also be combined with another massage treatment depending on the service selected.

Massage therapy may help reduce muscular tension and stiffness that can contribute to back discomfort.

An RMT can assess areas of muscle tightness and provide treatment aimed at improving relaxation and mobility.

Massage therapy is not a substitute for medical diagnosis. Persistent, severe, or unexplained pain should be assessed by an appropriate healthcare professional.

Yes. Neck, shoulder, and upper-back tension are some of the most common reasons clients visit a massage therapist.

Massage therapy may help reduce tight muscles associated with desk work, prolonged sitting, driving, repetitive activity, workouts, and everyday stress.

Some headaches can be associated with muscle tension in the neck, shoulders, jaw, and upper back.

Massage therapy may help relieve muscular tension contributing to certain tension-type headaches.

Recurring, sudden, or severe headaches should always be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.

The ideal frequency depends on your goals.

Some clients book massage therapy every week or two while addressing significant muscle tension. Others book every three to six weeks for ongoing maintenance, stress management, or relaxation.

Your Registered Massage Therapist can discuss a treatment schedule based on your needs.

You generally do not need a doctor's referral simply to receive massage therapy.

However, some insurance plans may require a referral or prescription before reimbursing massage therapy expenses.

Always check your individual extended health benefits plan for current requirements.

Many employer and private extended health insurance plans in Alberta include coverage for treatment from a Registered Massage Therapist.

The amount of coverage varies depending on your insurance provider and plan.

Check your benefits for:

• Annual massage therapy limits

• Percentage covered

• Per-visit maximums

• Referral requirements

• Direct billing eligibility

Before treatment begins, your massage therapist will normally discuss your health history, areas of concern, treatment goals, pressure preferences, and any relevant injuries or limitations.

Your therapist will explain the recommended treatment and obtain your consent before proceeding.

You can ask questions, request pressure changes, or ask your therapist to stop or modify a technique at any time.

Wear comfortable clothing to your appointment.

Depending on the type of massage, you may be asked to change or remain clothed. Your therapist will explain what is appropriate for your selected treatment.

Professional draping practices are used whenever required to maintain your comfort, dignity, and privacy.

No.

A therapeutic massage may occasionally feel intense when working on tight muscles, but treatment should never feel unbearable.

More pressure does not automatically mean better results.

Tell your massage therapist immediately if you would like the pressure increased or decreased.

Hayahay Massage & Wellness - 17th Ave. SE combines professional massage therapy with a warm, welcoming approach to care.

Our clinic offers:

• Registered Massage Therapists

• Direct billing for many insurance plans

• Multiple massage therapy styles

• Filipino Hilot Massage

• Therapeutic and relaxation treatments

• Couples massage

• Prenatal massage

• Sports and Thai massage

• Convenient Calgary location on 17th Avenue SE

• Friendly, client-focused service

Our goal is simple: help you feel more relaxed, comfortable, and cared for every time you visit.