Sports massage and relaxation massage may look similar on the surface, but they serve fundamentally different purposes. Sports massage is a performance tool; relaxation massage is a wellness tool. Knowing which you need saves you from an uncomfortable session — or one that doesn't address your actual problem.
Targeted work on muscles used in sport — pre or post activity.
From 500,000 VND
Best For:
Techniques:
Calm your nervous system and melt away daily stress.
From 400,000 VND
Best For:
Techniques:
| Aspect | Sports / Athletic Massage | Relaxation Massage |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Goal | Recovery and performance | Stress relief and calm |
| Pressure | Firm to deep — muscle focused | Light to medium — nervous system focused |
| Timing | Pre or post workout, race day | Evening, after work, before sleep |
| Session Feel | Intense, purposeful, sometimes uncomfortable | Pleasant, drifting, sedating |
| Recovery Speed | Faster return to training | Faster return to baseline stress level |
Choose sports-style massage (Thai or deep Shiatsu) after heavy exercise, a long run, gym session, or before an athletic event. Focus on the muscles you actually used.
Choose relaxation massage (Aroma) after a stressful workday, when you're mentally exhausted, or when you just want to switch off. The goal is your nervous system, not your muscles.
Active lifestyles benefit from both — sports massage after hard training, Aroma massage on rest days for mental recovery.
Your Safety Matters
Every MassageGo therapist meets strict qualification requirements
All therapists hold professional massage therapy certificates from accredited Vietnamese training programs.
Each therapist completes a minimum of 200 hours of hands-on training before joining our team.
We require at least 3 years of professional massage experience at hotels or licensed spas.
Our therapists can communicate in basic English to ensure a comfortable experience for international guests.
Every therapist goes through our rigorous 4-step screening process
We review professional certifications, training records, and a minimum of 3 years of spa or hotel experience.
Government-issued ID verification and background check to ensure your safety and peace of mind.
Hands-on skills test covering multiple massage techniques, hygiene protocols, and professional conduct.
Regular performance reviews based on customer feedback. Therapists maintain a 4.5+ rating to stay active.
Pay cash (VND) after your session — the price you see is the price you pay
“My sports massage history is clinical and efficient. Relaxation massage has been pleasant but not transformative. Thai massage through MassageGo is both simultaneously — technical enough to address specific issues, slow enough to relax the nervous system. Best of both.”
Ryan M.
Australia