Shiatsu is a wonderful style of deeply relaxing Japanese massage which helps release stress and promotes health and well-being. Shiatsu is based on the same principles as acupuncture, in which pressure is applied through clothing to pressure points on the body using the thumbs and hands instead of needles. You can turn up with your gift voucher or call Walk-in Backrub to book the time and day you like to have the Shiatsu.
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Choose from a 10, 20, 30 or 40-minute massage as a gift for a friend or loved one. We have six Walk-in Backrub shops in Central London where our massage gift vouchers can be redeemed. No appointments needed just walk straight in to any of our shops with your voucher. We sell a selection of innovative hand held massage tools sourced from the best places around the world.
1. WE'RE GOOD AT THIS; With over 20 years experience, We've been providing the highest quality of office massage to thousands of employees. We can also offer your staff discount to massages in any of our Walk-in Backrub branches in central London. No appointment is needed! Backrubbing is what we do full time, for most others, on-site chair massage is an add-on service.
Gift Voucher emailed to recipient with your message immediately after purchase as a printable PDF file. Once you've placed your order, you'll receive an order confirmation email and we'll pop your massage gift voucher in the 1st Class post within 2 working days. The gift voucher will arrive with a blank Walk-in Backrub Card and you can personalise it with with a message.
During the on-site chair massage course, we'll teach you everything we've learned from over 20 years of experience from running our Walk-in Backrub shops and our corporate on-site office massage service. The Walk-in Backrub's one-day on-site chair massage course is for massage therapists who want to learn a powerful and successful chair massage routine and techniques to attract clients in their own massage practice.
Reviews (13)
Sarah Nelson
Sep 23, 2021
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Per Hansen
Aug 20, 2021
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Location is fine and massage here is usually very good.
They started doing foot rubs, my foot rub was incredibly relaxing. You have to sit in a flimsy camping chair though! Not one of those big comfy chairs you get at Chinese foot massage places.
They left the door open since it was warm weather but that also means you get all the noise from the restaurant opposite, not exactly relaxing.
I had a 20 min foot rub and 20 min back rub and both were really nice and made me feel so much better afterwards.
They started doing foot rubs, my foot rub was incredibly relaxing. You have to sit in a flimsy camping chair though! Not one of those big comfy chairs you get at Chinese foot massage places.
They left the door open since it was warm weather but that also means you get all the noise from the restaurant opposite, not exactly relaxing.
I had a 20 min foot rub and 20 min back rub and both were really nice and made me feel so much better afterwards.
Chris Bacque
Aug 06, 2021
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Nadine Stewart
Aug 22, 2020
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I’ve been to different Walk in Backrubs for over a decade - Neal St, Tavistock St, Carnaby etc - but this is the branch I’ve been to the most. I love the idea of Walk in Backrub, such a convenient concept. I’ve told many people about this company over the years.
The only downside is the inconsistency. It can vary hugely from branch to branch, from person to person. My most recent visit to this branch, the woman who did my message was not at all friendly (in fact the way she looked at me when I walked in was almost as if she was wondering if I had walked into the wrong place!). It was like
The only downside is the inconsistency. It can vary hugely from branch to branch, from person to person. My most recent visit to this branch, the woman who did my message was not at all friendly (in fact the way she looked at me when I walked in was almost as if she was wondering if I had walked into the wrong place!). It was like
Jennifer D.
Jul 24, 2019
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Visited after a few days of walking around on vacation with my boyfriend and we both had back pain. He has chronic lower back pain and by the end of the 30 minute massage he said he was "walking on a cloud". For me - I just had a knot that needed to be kneaded and they took care of it in the 20 minute option.
There is no appointment just walk in only, we didn't have to wait long maybe 15 minutes.
They also have 10 minute options and up to an hour. They also do foot massages other than back. I will be coming back whenever I can!
There is no appointment just walk in only, we didn't have to wait long maybe 15 minutes.
They also have 10 minute options and up to an hour. They also do foot massages other than back. I will be coming back whenever I can!
Sally Herd
Jun 14, 2019
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Becky T.
May 29, 2017
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I love this place! The masseuses are fantastic. They are very good about asking of your conditions or trouble spots first, and then following through to focus (or not focus) on those areas.
I like that they have timers on the wall so the massage time is very clear, and there are individual hooks for your items directly in front of your chair,
The wait is also rarely bad. I work in the area, and have never waited more than 20 minutes.
Tip: they have a card where if you have 9 massages, you get a 10 minute massage free.
I like that they have timers on the wall so the massage time is very clear, and there are individual hooks for your items directly in front of your chair,
The wait is also rarely bad. I work in the area, and have never waited more than 20 minutes.
Tip: they have a card where if you have 9 massages, you get a 10 minute massage free.
Sophie L.
Jan 14, 2017
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Have 20-30 minutes during your workday for a break? Need a quick massage to loosen your muscles?
If you sit at a computer all day and can squeeze this into your schedule, I'd highly recommend a visit here.
You'll likely have to wait in bit if you come during the lunch hour, but it shouldn't take long. They have plenty of chairs and employees, so it'll go by quickly.
Be sure to let them know what area you'd like them to focus on, otherwise they will do the typical routine.
What to expect:
1. Walk in
2. Check in
3. Follow someone to an open chair.
4. Relax
5.
If you sit at a computer all day and can squeeze this into your schedule, I'd highly recommend a visit here.
You'll likely have to wait in bit if you come during the lunch hour, but it shouldn't take long. They have plenty of chairs and employees, so it'll go by quickly.
Be sure to let them know what area you'd like them to focus on, otherwise they will do the typical routine.
What to expect:
1. Walk in
2. Check in
3. Follow someone to an open chair.
4. Relax
5.
Samantha S.
Jan 04, 2014
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In the category of "affordable luxury," here's a new concept. A spur-of-the-moment massage can be a life-saver when you're suffering from too much work, stress, or sight-seeing.
We noticed this serene little storefront tucked away in a residential neighborhood. Some massage-related items are for sale near the front, but there's really nothing else here but a few massage chairs (the kind you kneel forward on) and some New Age-y music.
Milan, the massage therapist (his background is in shiatsu), was pleasant and skilled. He asked if we wanted him to focus on a specific
We noticed this serene little storefront tucked away in a residential neighborhood. Some massage-related items are for sale near the front, but there's really nothing else here but a few massage chairs (the kind you kneel forward on) and some New Age-y music.
Milan, the massage therapist (his background is in shiatsu), was pleasant and skilled. He asked if we wanted him to focus on a specific
Larissa R.
Apr 02, 2009
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Tucked away on a little pedestrian lane just off Goodge Street, Walk In Backrub is just that: a little shop where you can walk in and get a good, welcome backrub. The front area has loads of massage items from small to large, cheap to costly. It also has, a bit curiously, yoga mats and mat bags for sale.
I waited two minutes before being led to a massage chair and explained I've been having a lot of problems in my right shoulder and neck and general tension in my shoulders. The massage therapist definitely worked on these areas competently. Having expressed specific concern about these
I waited two minutes before being led to a massage chair and explained I've been having a lot of problems in my right shoulder and neck and general tension in my shoulders. The massage therapist definitely worked on these areas competently. Having expressed specific concern about these
Sarah L.
Dec 27, 2008
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I absolutely love massages. Yes, I don't know many people who don't. Due to the fact that I'm a struggling writer in London, I can't usually afford a full hour massage at a day spa. So my indulgence is occasionally popping into Chinese Medical centres and getting a £10, 10 minute massage.
So I was delighted to discover 'Walk-In Backrub', a place that did just what it said on the packet. I walked in, and they gave me a backrub. And it was a damn good, reasonably priced backrub. Twenty minutes of pure bliss, and affordable enough to indulge in rather regularly. I&apos
So I was delighted to discover 'Walk-In Backrub', a place that did just what it said on the packet. I walked in, and they gave me a backrub. And it was a damn good, reasonably priced backrub. Twenty minutes of pure bliss, and affordable enough to indulge in rather regularly. I&apos
Monica R.
Dec 26, 2008
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The concept is simple, no appointment necessary, just walk in and enjoy for a reasonable price a massage that can be a shiatsu or a chair massage. I recommend the 30 Minute ultimate de-stress backrub at £27.00 it's the best value for your money. The masseurs are absolute professionals that will make sure that your time there is absolute bliss and a time of relaxation. The Neal's Yard shop is quite busy, that's why I really like the one on Goodge Street, and it's closer to me. Its one of those experiences that you have to try. There is no need to make big plan, just pop in
Qype User Seliza
Dec 06, 2007
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If want to alleviate stress without the haqssle of booking an appointment then try this place.You either book an appointment or walk in and get seen to . The convenience factor is high because for the treatment you don't need to lie or take your clothes of.The treatments take place in ergonomically designed chairs over your clothes!
