Sports Massage in Washington, DC
Support your recovery and move with more ease, for active bodies in downtown DC.
Your body works hard. Give it somewhere to recover. Sports massage in Washington, DC at Spa Flow Studio is focused, active bodywork for runners, lifters, and weekend athletes. Your therapist eases tight muscles and supports your mobility between training days. Our studio sits on K Street NW downtown, near McPherson Square and close to downtown offices and gyms.
What Sports Massage in Washington, DC Involves
Sports massage is targeted work for active bodies. Your therapist focuses on the muscles you use most, to ease tightness and support your recovery. It can help you feel looser and move more comfortably between training days.
Your therapist can also work stretching into the session. Guided stretching opens up range of motion, and it pairs naturally with focused muscle work. If you want stretching as the main event, we offer standalone assisted stretching in 20 and 30 minute sessions. Book one on its own, or add it to your massage.
It is a good fit for runners, gym-goers, and athletes of every level. You do not need to be a competitor to book it. If you train, walk long DC blocks, or push hard on the weekends, sports massage in Washington, DC gives those muscles focused attention. Your therapist works with your goals, whether you are building toward something or bouncing back from it.
Event and Recovery
DC loves an event, and your body remembers every mile. Whether you are training for a race or recovering the week after, focused bodywork helps you feel more like yourself. We work with runners, functional-fitness athletes, and pickleball players across the city.
- Post-Marathon Recovery: Ease tired legs after the big race.
- HYROX Recovery: Recover between demanding functional-fitness days. HYROX arrives in DC in September.
- Pickleball Recovery: Loosen up after long days on the court.
When you are ready, book your session and we will tailor the work to your event.
What to Expect
Your session starts with a quick check-in. Your therapist asks where you feel tight or overworked, and what you are training for. From there, the work is firmer and targeted to those areas.
Timing matters, so tell us your plan. Before an event, the focus stays lighter and mobility-minded. After an event, the work leans into recovery. Choose a session from 30 to 90 minutes. Ask for stretching if you want it, either woven into the massage or booked as a separate 20 or 30 minute stretch session. Sports massage also pairs well with the infrared sauna, a warm, quiet way to round out your recovery.
Why Choose Spa Flow Studio for Sports Massage in DC
Our licensed therapists are experienced with active bodies, and they tailor every session to your training. The studio is easy to reach downtown, convenient to workplaces and gyms. Add the infrared sauna when you want a longer recovery reset. Our guests rate us 4.9 on Google.
"One of the best massages I have gotten in my life and I get a lot due to being a former athlete with prior injuries. Highly recommend to anyone!"
- Anushka K.
Meet Your Therapist
Sports massage at Spa Flow Studio is performed by Henry, a Licensed Massage Therapist experienced in sports and recovery work. Read Henry's bio on our Team page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is sports massage for before or after an event?
Both. Before an event, the work stays lighter and mobility-focused. After, it leans into recovery. Tell us your timing and we will adjust.
How is it different from deep tissue?
Deep tissue targets chronic tension in the deeper layers. Sports massage focuses on active, overworked muscles around your training. The two overlap, and your therapist will guide you.
How soon before a race should I book?
Many athletes book a lighter session a few days out, not the day before. Give your body time to settle. We are happy to talk timing.
Can you include stretching?
Yes. Your therapist can work guided stretching into your session, so just say so at check-in. We also offer standalone stretch therapy in 20 and 30 minute sessions.
Can I add the sauna?
Yes. The infrared sauna is a popular add-on for a warm, unhurried recovery after your session.
Read more on our FAQ page.
Sports Massage Rates
| Session | Price |
|---|---|
| 30 minutes | $95 |
| 45 minutes | $115 |
| 60 minutes | $135 |
| 75 minutes | $155 |
| 90 minutes | $175 |
Prices are per session.
Book Your Session
Give your training the recovery it deserves. Reserve your sports massage in Washington, DC online, or call and we will help you find a time.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (202) 972-8004. We welcome walk-ins when we have space, and we are open 10am to 8pm, seven days a week, at 1108 K Street NW, 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20005.