Lomi Lomi Massage

Lomi Lomi at RuSpa is a full-body massage in which the therapist works mainly with their feet, adding fingers, palms, elbows and knees where finer control is needed. The name comes from the traditional massage of Hawaii, one of the oldest hands-on techniques still practised, but RuSpa's version is built around the feet. Working with the feet lets the therapist use body weight instead of arm strength, which produces broad, even pressure across large muscle groups such as the back, thighs and calves. The strokes are long and continuous, so the session feels like one steady movement rather than a series of separate ones. It is a different experience from a hands-only massage, and guests who already enjoy firmer work often choose it as a change. Tell your therapist before the session starts which areas feel tight, so they can plan the sequence around them.

Lomi Lomi feels firm but spread out, because a foot covers a much wider area than a thumb or fingertip and the weight is shared across the whole surface. The therapist controls pressure by how much body weight they transfer, so it can be eased off or increased gradually rather than in sudden jumps. Most guests find it deep without the sharp, pinpoint feeling of trigger-point work. If anything feels too strong, say so at any point and the therapist will shift their weight or switch to the hands for that area. You can also ask for the hands from the start on any zone you would rather keep gentle. Mention any recent injury, surgery, varicose veins or skin condition at check-in so the therapist can avoid those areas. First-time guests often start at a medium setting and ask for more once they feel comfortable.

Lomi Lomi costs AED 550 for 60 minutes or AED 800 for 90 minutes at RuSpa. The 60 minute session covers the full body at a steady pace, with most of the time spent on the back and legs, where weight-based pressure works best. The 90 minute option allows slower passes over the tightest areas and more time on the shoulders and arms. Both durations use the same technique, so the choice comes down to how much time you have and how much tension you are carrying that day. If you are trying a foot-based massage for the first time, 60 minutes is a reasonable way to see how your body responds before booking the longer session on a later visit. Each session takes place in a private treatment room. To confirm current pricing or book a time, call or WhatsApp +971 52 597 2387.

Lomi Lomi suits guests who like firm pressure but find pinpoint deep-tissue work uncomfortable, since the weight is spread over a wide area instead of being driven into one spot. It also works well for people with a broad back, heavy legs after long shifts on their feet, or general stiffness from training. Compared with the Thai Tranquility Massage, which is done fully clothed and relies on assisted stretching, Lomi Lomi is a lie-down massage built on long, gliding pressure rather than movement. Compared with the Deep Muscle Relaxation Massage, which uses the hands to work into specific knots, it covers more ground with each pass and feels more even. If you are unsure which of the three fits, describe what you want from the session when you book and the front desk will point you to the closest match.

Walk-ins are welcome at RuSpa, but booking ahead on WhatsApp or by phone is the surest way to get the time you want for Lomi Lomi. RuSpa is open daily from 10:00 to 02:00 at Courtyard by Marriott Dubai, Al Barsha Road, behind Mall of the Emirates. Evenings are the busiest hours, so messaging earlier in the day usually means a shorter wait. When you book, say whether you want the 60 or 90 minute session and mention any areas you would like the therapist to focus on or avoid. There is no online booking form, so phone and WhatsApp remain the fastest way to reach the team directly. Message or call +971 52 597 2387 to check same-day availability. Arriving a few minutes early gives you time to change and settle in before the session starts.