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I haven't been there since Lily left. She gave a nice massage.

Just an update on Kathy on Pembina. Told me that she is out of province till October.

I think we are suppose to remain positive in our reviews: "No negative comments, reviews or fighting please" "Post only positive recommendations! This is not a review board!" So ranking/scoring is probably frowned upon. Those of you you with more experience on this board (or the Moderator)- could you comment, please? However, I like the idea. You are trying to quantify something that is very subjective. My deep massage might be nothing special to you. We would have differing opinions, but we would probably see patterns emerging. I guess we do rank when we give a review, but we don't use numbers. So mine would look like this: Massage provider: Tia Type of massage: Deep Tissue Quality of massage: - she really put the elbows into me. I found it to be a very deep massage, deeper than most RMTs give. I'd have to give her an A for effort, anyway. Happiness factor: I did say that it was a "straight up massage"

So $100 is not $150. My total was slightly different, too. I wonder if she charges whatever she feels like on any particular day? I would disagree with "homely" though, I think that she is somewhat attractive.

You got it!

I second Kathy, though at $65 /h, not a "budget" massage, very enjoyable anyway. Only a couple $40 massages left. $50 is the new baseline.

Wow. Thanks for the heads up.

Yes, Lili gave a good massage. I would recommend that you try Shu at Southpointe. It would be a good starting place. Then again, you might not have to look any further...

Just the two of them - Krystal and Shu

Dang! I see that Southpointe is now advertising on K at $50 an hour, instead of $40. Definitely still worth it , but it's another hit on my pocketbook, considering how often I go.

The massage at Balmoral was a Swedish massage, and yes, you can go nude. I wasn't aware that they do Thai massage there. Is this the place that you are talking about, TandLee? Additional Comments: Saw Tiffany just last week. Service is the same as always, which I think is pretty good. Additional Comments: OK, TandLee, I checked around - I see that you are talking about Sergeant, not Balmoral. I didn't review their Thai massage - not yet :)

312 Balmoral St. link above New place opened recently, across from the U of W. Parking available for free down Balmoral. Looks like a brand new clinic, with multiple rooms. There is no signage on the building yet (it is right behind the Subway). Massage is $50 hour. My masseuse was Jennifer. Some communication issues, since her english is poor. I spent a fair bit of time communicating with her on her Samsung translator, letting her know which areas that needed to be worked on. I would say that I was quite happy with the massage.

Fort Richmond Massage A new home-based massage centre has opened in Ft. Richmond this past week. (link above) I thought that I would include this as a budget massage, since they are offering $40 massages currently. I believe tomorrow the rate goes to $50. There appears to be 2 or 3 ladies working there. Straight up massage. My massage began very softly, and I was thinking that she would never work out the knots. I think that she was just looking for them. Once she found them, she applied her elbows and forearms with a lot of vigour. She had me squirming on the table. I haven't had most RMT's put that much effort into a massage. My masseuse was Tia. Recommended if you like the knots worked out. Has anyone else had any experience with this place?

In my end of town, "cheap" is not a dirty word :) No, I had no intention of this post being like that, Sixpack. I've noticed that in the past 6 - 12 months that there wasn't a lot of talk about new places, often the reviews are of places that we have all heard of or know. I'm hoping to kick up some new names that we can all try. Good idea, Buzzard, let's think of this thread as "Budget Massages" Is there a way that I can re-name the thread? I'll continue to add "Budget" places that aren't regularly mentioned.

Since these places haven't been discussed openly, I'd rather speak privately.

PM me, and I'll let you know.

Thanks! I'll have to try that Thai massage. So let's move up to $50. I'm going to throw out a new one that I haven't seen any comments on. Dr. Pan Acupuncture in the downtown. They advertise on Kijiji for $50 cash. I have seen both of the masseuses that work there. I have found the massages to be quite satisfying, a little deeper than the last that I mentioned. They have been quite good in getting me in on short notice. The only criticism is that the rooms are a little tight, and the masseuses don't have a lot of room to move around when massaging.

Probably like you, I like to have a variety of masseuses depending on my mood and for the sake of variety. Sometimes you want deep tissue RMT quality, sometimes a little fun, and other times just a cheap, competent massage. I'd like to throw this out there and have you all suggest some massage providers that offer a good competent massage, at a great price. I'm looking at straight-up massage only, on those days when you want to only spend $40 or so (with the option of a $5 tip, let's say). I'll start off with Yin Chen, a massage provider in the Fort Garry area, off of Pembina Hwy. She offers services out of a private residence, a comfortable table, and gives a medium deep massage, in my experience. Actually as good as some RMT's that I've visited. For the price, it is always enjoyable. What's your favourites?

Agreed. Everything is business as usual. Sue and Krystal are the only two working there, now. I had a massage with Sue on the weekend. Always time well spent.

I've been to Tiffany's new place a few times. Great set up. Good neighbourhood, clean place, and private (very quiet). I find that Tiffany's massage has improved since she left the old place (Sue's). She really makes an effort to give a good massage. Always enjoyable.

Oops! You booked with Sue. I read that too quickly. Maybe I'll have to check out this new girl.

I haven't seen her yet. I guess you'll have to "show her the ropes". Let us know how it goes. Krystal has been very good - I've seen her a few times. She has a nice light touch. I hope Emily is another great addition to Southpointe.

I've arranged many massages through this guy, met him as well. Nice guy, no problems. I preferred it when the location was on Pembina - a much safer area, especially after dark. The set up on Broadway is nice, parking is easy to find, but I only go during the day.

I've been booking appts with Sue for the past few years. I have seen her in the last month as well. Great massage as always. Yes, it seems that she is not as available as she has been in the past, but I am always able to arrange a massage, if not that day, then the next.