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Tao Spa Massage FAQ — Glenside & Spring House

Tao Spa is a Pennsylvania massage and spa open 9 AM to 9 PM, with 30-minute, 60-minute, and 90-minute sessions starting at $42. Welcome to the Tao Spa massage FAQ — the place to find clear, professional answers about booking, services, walk-in availability, payment, and what to expect on the day of your massage or facial at our Glenside and Spring House locations.

Our therapists are trained in both Eastern bodywork (acupressure, meridian, reflexology) and Western techniques (Swedish, deep tissue, lymphatic drainage). Below you will find the most common questions we hear from new and returning clients. If your question is not answered here, please call or text us at (215) 824-8585.

Tao Spa is a relaxation and wellness spa — not a medical clinic. For research-backed background on massage therapy itself, the NCCIH overview of massage therapy, the NCCIH 6 things to know about massage therapy, and the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) are excellent starting points.

At a glance

Most-asked questions by category

Quick guide to the 13 questions in this Tao Spa FAQ

CategoryQuestionsMost common
Booking & walk-ins4"Do I need an appointment?"
Services & treatments5"What types of massage do you offer?"
Visit preparation4"What should I wear?"

Each category groups 3 – 5 related questions. Call (215) 824-8585 for anything not covered here.

Booking & Walk-In Questions

Tao Spa Booking, Cancellation & Walk-In Policy

Everything you need to know about reserving a session, walk-in availability, and group bookings at Tao Spa Glenside and Spring House. Walk-ins are taken during all open hours, appointments are recommended for 90-minute and couples sessions, cancellations need 2 hours' notice, and cash is the preferred payment because every listed price is a cash rate.

Walk-ins are welcome at both our Glenside and Spring House locations during all open hours. However, we recommend booking an appointment to ensure availability — especially for couples sessions, 90-minute treatments, and weekend slots, which fill up first.

For group bookings of three or more (bachelorette, mother-daughter, friends), please contact us directly by calling or texting (215) 824-8585. We will coordinate room availability and therapist scheduling for you.

We kindly ask for at least 2 hours' notice for cancellations. No-shows may require prepayment for your next appointment. This policy lets us offer the time slot to other clients on our wait list.

We accept cash, credit cards, and most major mobile payment methods. Cash is preferred — listed prices are cash rates, and card payments may incur a small processing fee.

Services & Treatment Questions

Massage, Reflexology, Facial & Specialty Bodywork

Common questions about the massage, facial, reflexology, and specialty bodywork we offer. This part of the Tao Spa massage FAQ covers which technique suits which goal — deep tissue for chronic knots, reflexology for tired feet, hot stone for full-body tension — and what our therapists can and cannot treat as a relaxation spa.

We offer deep tissue, Thai, reflexology, prenatal, lymphatic drainage, hot stone, Ashiatsu (Glenside only), and couples massage. Our trained therapists customize pressure and technique to your preferences and goals — first-time clients should arrive 10 minutes early to discuss what you need.

Yes — both locations offer couples massage including Candle-Lit Couples (60 / 90 min), Luxury Couples, Couples Healthy Combo, and Couples Reflexology. Sessions are performed side-by-side in a private room for a shared relaxation experience.

Yes, we offer several facial options including Hydration Facial (60 min), Gentlemen's Facial, Collin Hydrating Lifting Facial (75 min), and Mini Facial (30 min). Our facials use premium professional products to hydrate, brighten, and rejuvenate your skin.

No. Tao Spa is a relaxation and wellness spa, not a medical facility. According to the NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, massage therapy is widely used as a complement to conventional care for stress, tension, and general well-being, but it is not a substitute for medical treatment. See the NIH NCCIH overview of massage therapy at nccih.nih.gov for clinical context.

Mayo Clinic notes that massage is widely used to reduce stress, ease muscle tension, and support general well-being, and most healthy adults can benefit from regular sessions. Our certified, cross-trained therapists tailor every session to your pressure preference and the specific areas you want addressed.

Visit Preparation Questions

What to Wear, Hours & In-Home Massage

What to wear, how to prepare, and what to expect on the day of your spa appointment. Arrive 10 minutes early on a first visit for a short intake, 5 minutes if you are a returning client, and expect draping for massage, trousers you can roll up for reflexology, and a robe for facials.

Wear comfortable clothing. For massage services, you will be provided with draping for your comfort and privacy. For reflexology, wear loose pants that can be rolled up. For facials, hair will be wrapped and a robe is provided.

Glenside is open Monday through Sunday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Spring House is open Wednesday through Monday, 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM (closed Tuesdays). Last appointment is typically 60–90 minutes before closing depending on session length.

Yes, we offer mobile in-home massage services. Contact us to schedule a 60-minute in-home session starting at $125. Advance booking is required — same-day in-home requests are usually unavailable.

We recommend arriving 10 minutes early for your first visit so we can take you through a short intake about pressure preferences, areas of concern, and any health notes. Returning clients can arrive 5 minutes early. Late arrivals shorten the session — start time stays fixed so the next client is not delayed.

Still have questions? Our team is happy to help — most replies arrive within minutes during business hours.

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The treatments behind the questions

Most of what people ask about comes down to three things: how long it takes, what it feels like, and which location to pick.

Massage therapist working in a bright spa treatment room
Massage sessions run 30 to 120 minutes across both locations.
Facial treatment with a cooling mask applied in daylight
Facials pair with massage in the 100-minute Massage and Facial combo.
Post-treatment tea service in a spa lounge
Glenside runs 9 AM to 9 PM daily; Spring House 10 AM to 9 PM, closed Tuesday.

Treatment photography is illustrative of the services described.

Plan your visit

How do I book a massage at Tao Spa?

Book a massage at Tao Spa in 4 steps: pick Glenside or Spring House, choose a 30, 60, 90 or 120-minute session, reserve online or call (215) 824-8585, then arrive 10 minutes early. Walk-ins are welcome at both Pennsylvania locations whenever a therapist is free, and gift cards are valid at either address.

  1. Choose your location. Glenside is at 106 N Keswick Ave, Glenside, PA 19038, open Mon–Sun 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Spring House is at 752 N Bethlehem Pike, Spring House, PA 19477, open Mon–Sun 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Closed Tuesday).
  2. Pick a treatment and a session length. Massage, reflexology and facials run 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes; couples rooms are booked in 60, 75 or 90-minute blocks. Not sure what you need? Our full service menu lists every treatment with its length.
  3. Reserve online, call or text (215) 824-8585. Weekend evenings and couples rooms fill first, so book 2 to 3 days ahead for those slots. Walk-ins are taken any time a therapist is open.
  4. Arrive 10 minutes early. A first visit starts with a short intake about pressure preference, problem areas and any health notes. Gift cards never expire and work at both locations.
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