Research-based massage therapy delivered to homes, offices, and hotels.
On-demand 11am-8pm, everyday.
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A HIGHER STANDARD
We hire background-checked, licensed, and insured therapists with 4 years experience minimum.
Meet The Owner >
Meet The Owner >
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purposeallé strives to combat outdated practices so you never have to endure a bad massage again. Read the owner's full statement on massage + the #metoo movement >
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THE TEAM
allé is currently hiring background-checked, licensed therapists with 4+ years experience.
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MelLissa Harris LMT, HHPFounder, Owner
LMT# 0019012226 Holistic Health Practitioner 9+ Years Experience MMI Insured Eight amazing years practicing coast-to-coast led to me to launch allé Massage Delivery in Richmond, VA. As RVA's first research-based massage delivery service, much of my work involved introducing locals to clinical massage for recovery and chronic pain management. By delivering a higher standard of therapy, allé strives to empower clients with effective, consent-driven care. Read more >
Modern Therapy Across the country, lax state and commercial spa regulations have crippled the field of massage therapy, causing quality control issues to rollback reputability and consumer trust. After so many clients shared negative experiences from other spas, I knew I had to change the field. Common complaints reflected a staggering disconnect between companies and clients. Therapists either insisted on too much pressure, talked through sessions, or just stuck to their routine. The problem was twofold: communication and education. The style I went on to develop now empowers clients to control every aspect of their sessions. That customization paired with my passion for research-based therapies resulted in an entirely new experience for clients seeking effective bodywork. I hope to continue modernizing my field by employing knowledgeable therapists, adapting practical techniques to fit a variety of health goals, and insisting on respecting the needs of every client. allé has also become an on-demand staple for high-profile actors, directors, and producers on location filming features Loving, Homeland, Mercy Street, Turn, and Permanent. |
book
Schedule within the hour, or up to 60 days in advance.
Signature Treatments
Afternoon Session
$70 p/hr | Gratuity Included
A discounted rate for weekday afternoon bookings! Schedule between 11-4:30pm M-F (session must end by 4:30pm)
Signature Treatment
$85 p/hr | Gratuity Included
Book effective, research-based therapies within the hour.
We offer a unique blend of professional massage styles, tailored to your specific health goals. We can develop treatments for:
- Chronic pain
- Anxiety/stress relief
- Injury/surgery recovery
- Limited mobility
Working with a doctor? Let us know so we can collaborate on your treatment plan.
Research-based therapies:
- Sports (trigger point, neuromuscular/myofascial, active release, Thai stretching, muscle stripping + more)
- Swedish
- Deep Tissue
- Prenatal (2 + 3rd trimesters only)
- Hot Stone
Couples
Membership
Memberships are no longer offered at this time.
Gifts
Share the most convenient massage experience in Richmond!
Sessions + Memberships
Surprises | We do not book surprise sessions; clients are required to book + consent to their own appointments. Instead, surprise them with a gift card - purchasable below.
Sessions + Memberships
- Choose 60, 90, or 120 minute sessions, or a 4 session pre-paid gift card
- Purchase + check email
- Print or share with the lucky recipient (booking instructions provided for them)
- Recipients book + consent to their own appointments
Surprises | We do not book surprise sessions; clients are required to book + consent to their own appointments. Instead, surprise them with a gift card - purchasable below.
Chair Massage
We now offer chair massage for small businesses + corporations!
Add stress-relief to your employee appreciation day, holiday party, or TGIF celebration with onsite chair massage.
Add stress-relief to your employee appreciation day, holiday party, or TGIF celebration with onsite chair massage.
- 1 Therapist can deliver sessions over multiple days
- $110 Per hour includes gratuity + rate for 1 therapists
- Easy invoicing + online booking
every session matters
Let's work together to expedite your recovery.
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ALL MASSAGE STYLESBlend any of our research-based styles together for a truly customized session. Our treatment plans can help chronic pain, injury/surgery recovery, anxiety/stress, and limited mobility.
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tHE gLOW uP
Summer Exfoliation Release!
In collaboration with local favorite Bright Body, we've designed an all-natural, ethically-sourced scrub + body balm combo for use during Signature Treatments.
This versatile combo can be used to exfoliate one zone per treatment: back, feet, or hands. Each treatment includes a 10min scrub, dual hot towel treatment, and a 20min nourishing body balm massage.
Book as a $25 add-on to any appointment, purchase a special Glow Up Gift Certificate, or shop the products in our store!
This versatile combo can be used to exfoliate one zone per treatment: back, feet, or hands. Each treatment includes a 10min scrub, dual hot towel treatment, and a 20min nourishing body balm massage.
Book as a $25 add-on to any appointment, purchase a special Glow Up Gift Certificate, or shop the products in our store!
FAQ
Where is allé located?
Pricing
Two simple booking options; delivery when you need it most.
$110 p/hr Signature Treatment | Gratuity Included
Great for new clients + spur-of-the-moment booking
$110 p/hr Signature Treatment | Gratuity Included
Great for new clients + spur-of-the-moment booking
- All massage styles included
- Option to upgrade to 90 or 120 minutes
- Customized pressure + focus areas
$85 p/hr Monthly Membership | Gratuity Included
Regular bodywork gets results. Look forward to a 60min massage per month + save on additional sessions.
Member Benefits
Treat yourself to these on-demand perks:
Modern On Demand
We keep memberships affordable by upgrading spa traditions.
How It Works
For the detail-oriented.
Regular bodywork gets results. Look forward to a 60min massage per month + save on additional sessions.
Member Benefits
Treat yourself to these on-demand perks:
- One 60min session every month
- Simple autopay: $85 charged every 30 days for 3, 6, or 12 months
- Monthly sessions are shareable/giftable
- $20 Off additional sessions
- Free massage table to keep for the length of your contract (subject to availability)
- Personalized treatment plan
Modern On Demand
We keep memberships affordable by upgrading spa traditions.
- Clients manage their own sessions online - no receptionist needed
- Email confirmations include self-serve links to reschedule/cancel sessions, update account info, and view membership details
- Members login anytime to manage sessions. Create an account after booking to skip forms + track payments
- Save paper: all payments are handled online through our secure payment processor, Stripe.
- Clients provide their own sheets, preventing allergic reactions + hefty laundry service fees
How It Works
For the detail-oriented.
- Members get a 60min massage every month for $85 - auto charged every 30 days until their contract ends
- After the first payment is made, clients instantly receive an email with their new membership code, instructions, and links to book
- The membership code is used every month to book their 60min session. Additional time and upgrades are paid for at booking
- The monthly session becomes available after the monthly fee goes through
- Massage tables are delivered with the 2nd session when supplies are available
More Details
Policies built with clients in mind.
Policies built with clients in mind.
- Quick links to book, reschedule/cancel, or update forms are always included in payment confirmation emails
- After a monthly session is booked, the code becomes invalid until the next scheduled payment goes through
- When members need more sessions, they can book Additional Sessions for $65 (paid for at booking, no code needed)
- Members gift monthly sessions by simply sharing their code. The recipient books + consents to their own appointment online
- No refunds are given on memberships. Clients have 7 days after starting a membership to cancel free of charge, for any reason
- Cancelling a membership outside of the grace period or not keeping credit card info properly updated may result in a $100 cancellation fee
What goes into a session?
Setup
Protocol
- Clients provide 2 sheets (any size or style) + a regular bed pillow. This prevents allergic reactions + minimizes our kit weight
- Therapists bring a portable massage table, music, oil/lotion + a mini electric hot stone kit if applicable
- Never fuss with furniture; we assess the space + adjust as needed
Protocol
- Clients are consulted to determine focus areas, areas to avoid, + preferred pressure
- Therapists leave the room to wash their hands after instructing clients to disrobe to their comfort level + lay under the drape
- Bolster, face cradle, blankets, lights, and music are adjusted when the therapist returns
- The session begins: therapists check in to adjust pressure throughout the session
Receptionist-free Booking
Cancellations + Rescheduling
Things come up. We never charge for cancellations or rescheduled appointments, up to 1 hour before a session. No-shows are charged 50% of the total service cost. Read more about our Terms & Conditions >
Instantly cancel/reschedule anytime by logging in or following the links in your appointment confirmation email.
Instantly cancel/reschedule anytime by logging in or following the links in your appointment confirmation email.
Couples Massages
The perfect date night is right at home.
Back-to-back Sessions | $110 p/hr , Gratuity Included
How it works: One therapist delivers two separate 60 minute sessions; scheduled as one right after the other.
Good for:
How it works: One therapist delivers two separate 60 minute sessions; scheduled as one right after the other.
Good for:
- Small Quarters | Whether you're in a cozy studio or don't feel like clearing toys in the living room, we'll keep it simple with one table.
- Limited Therapists | If you have a preferred therapist or classic couples availability is limited, back-to-back sessions are your best option.
Classic Couples
How it works: Two therapists deliver two 60 minute sessions, performed simultaneously on two separate tables.
Good for:
How it works: Two therapists deliver two 60 minute sessions, performed simultaneously on two separate tables.
Good for:
- Quality Time | Tables can be positioned side-by-side for the most iconic, 'grammable experience.
- Limited Availability | On a weekend trip to Richmond or enjoying an impromptu afternoon off? Block off just one hour for the the most convenient massage in town.
Massage Styles
We offer a unique blend of professional massage styles, tailored to your specific health goals. We can develop treatments for chronic pain, injury/surgery recovery, and limited mobility.
Let us know if you're working with a doctor, physical therapist, or other clinician so we can collaborate on your treatment plan.
We practice these research-based therapies/techniques:
Let us know if you're working with a doctor, physical therapist, or other clinician so we can collaborate on your treatment plan.
We practice these research-based therapies/techniques:
- Sports (trigger point, neuromuscular/myofascial, active release, Thai stretching, muscle stripping + more)
- Swedish
- Deep Tissue
- Prenatal (2 + 3rd trimesters only)
- Hot Stone