Business Details
29 Years
experience
Experience Premier Massage Therapy at The Spa at 500
Founded in 1997, The Spa at 500 has established itself as Central New York's premier massage therapy practice. Our mission centers on promoting health, longevity, and happiness through stress reduction and therapeutic touch. With a team of licensed massage therapists, we offer customized treatments including Swedish relaxation, deep tissue, hot stone, sports massage, and pregnancy massage. Our historic 4-story facility features a therapeutic jacuzzi, authentic redwood sauna, and exercise spaces, serving athletes, accident victims, students, parents, and community members. We extend our commitment beyond individual wellness through programs like CompassionNet for bereaved families and specialized services for military veterans.Located in a beautifully restored mansion on West Onondaga Street, we combine architectural elegance with modern therapeutic techniques to create a haven for relaxation and healing. Our practitioners bring decades of combined experience, including specialized training in myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and active release techniques. We prioritize accessibility, offering flexible scheduling and a client-centered approach that values both physical and emotional well-being. As pioneers in neighborhood revival, we continue evolving our services while maintaining our core philosophy that massage therapy can bring peace and harmony to individuals and communities alike.
Services
Swedish Relaxation Massage
Deep Tissue Massage
Hot Stone Massage
Pregnancy Massage
Sports Massage
Therapeutic Jacuzzi Access
Redwood Sauna Sessions
Myofascial Release Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy
Active Release Techniques
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of experience as Central New York's premier massage practice
- Our therapists use specialized techniques like myofascial release and trigger point therapy
- We serve diverse clients including professional athletes and military veterans
- Our historic mansion facility features therapeutic jacuzzi and redwood sauna
- We offer community programs like CompassionNet for bereaved families
What people say
Gifted hands
So relaxing
First class five star
Wonderful experience
Excellent relaxing experience
Services
Swedish Relaxation Massage
Our foundational treatment uses long, flowing strokes to promote deep relaxation and improve circulation. Ideal for stress relief and general wellness, this technique helps reduce muscle tension while creating a calming effect on the nervous system. Therapists adjust pressure levels to suit individual preferences, making it accessible for all experience levels.
Deep Tissue Massage
Targeted therapy addresses chronic muscle tension and specific pain points through deeper pressure techniques. Focused on realigning muscle fibers and connective tissue, this treatment benefits individuals with postural imbalances or repetitive strain injuries. Therapists use specialized tools and techniques to break down adhesions and improve mobility.
Hot Stone Massage
Combines traditional massage with strategically placed heated stones to enhance muscle relaxation and circulation. The therapeutic heat penetrates deep into tissues, allowing for more effective tension release. This treatment promotes detoxification while creating a deeply soothing sensory experience through temperature contrast techniques.
Sports Massage
Customized treatments for active individuals focus on injury prevention and performance enhancement. Incorporates myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and range-of-motion techniques to improve flexibility and recovery times. Designed for both professional athletes and recreational exercisers seeking to maintain peak physical condition.
Pregnancy Massage
Specialized therapy addresses the unique needs of expectant mothers using a supportive pregnancy table. Alleviates common discomforts like back pain and swelling while promoting circulation. Conducted with physician approval when needed, this treatment supports emotional well-being and physical comfort throughout the prenatal journey.
People
Ed Griffin-Nolan
Founder
Founder with 25+ years experience who transformed home practice into a community wellness center. Led mansion restoration creating luxury spa environment while maintaining neighborhood revival focus since 1997.
Dana Gibbs-Griffith
Licensed Massage Therapist
Experienced therapist since 2000 with NC background, licensed in NY since 2015. Specializes in customized treatments during Wednesday sessions from 8 AM through 3 PM.
Eric Kahn
Licensed Massage Therapist
Specializes in deep tissue and sports massage with Buffalo area experience since 2014. Syracuse native combining local knowledge with technical expertise from New York Institute of Massage training.
Desiree Odom
Massage Therapist
Compassionate practitioner emphasizing therapeutic listening alongside technical skill. Believes in holistic healing approach combining physical treatment with emotional support through personalized care sessions.
Questions
What massage types do you offer?
We provide Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, sports, pregnancy massage, and specialized therapies like myofascial release in our Syracuse facility.
How can I book an appointment?
Book online through our intuitive system, call us at (315) 475-9164 during business hours, or use gift certificates for prepaid sessions.
What are your payment policies?
All appointments require prepayment via credit/debit card or gift certificate. Changes need 24-hour notice for credit consideration.
Do you have special programs available?
We offer CompassionNet for bereaved families, veteran support through VA referrals, and adaptive services for individuals with disabilities.
What facilities do you provide?
Our historic mansion features a 7-person therapeutic jacuzzi, authentic redwood sauna, exercise spaces, and beautifully maintained treatment rooms.
Are gift certificates available?
Yes, electronic gift certificates can be purchased online for any service amount, making perfect gifts for wellness seekers.
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Reviews (4)
Clementine Harvey
Feb 26, 2022
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Fabulous! I bought the Salt City scrub/massage/jacuzzi/sauna package for only $125. Such incredible value for everything that comes with it! Historic old building is gorgeous, massage therapist was wonderful, overall experience was relaxing and exactly what I needed. I think I will be back soon!
Ann D.
Dec 05, 2021
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In a word: ahhhhhhh! Located in one of Onondaga Street's beautiful old mansions. We got there just in time, so unable to explore the beautifully appointed rooms. I took my husband for a couples massage. My husband had Abigail and was extremely satisfied, as I was with Kerry, who -even though I'm not a fan of a lot of pressure - knows how to do it just right. The heating pads and essential oils add a lovely finishing touch.
Bear in mind, during the couples massage, you are not in the same room, but in two rooms with an open door between. And you cannot book it using the online tool for some reason, but whoever answered the phone is extremely pleasant. Next time I plan on trying the stone massage.
Bear in mind, during the couples massage, you are not in the same room, but in two rooms with an open door between. And you cannot book it using the online tool for some reason, but whoever answered the phone is extremely pleasant. Next time I plan on trying the stone massage.
Raymond Stazzone
Nov 26, 2021
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My most absolutely favorite location for a massage. A beautiful historic building with some of the most experienced and professional massage therapists. You will not be disappointed!
Ellen K.
Sep 22, 2021
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Wonderful experience! The building itself is a lovely old brick mansion with a creaky wooden staircase and large treatment rooms. Eric is their newest massage therapist (but he has many years experience). he was amazing! Excellent deep-tissue work. And he let me zone out so he could concentrate his skills. Can't wait to go back!
