Enhance Your Qi With A Wonderful Massage At Qi Odyssey

It’s hard nowadays to find a place where the massages are great and the prices very reasonable and affordable too. As such, it was a pleasure to learn about Qi Odyssey at Berjaya Times Square and get a chance to experience the treatments they offer to customers.

Tucked in a cosy, quiet corner, it seems like a sanctuary of peace within the busy, bustling shopping complex. The newly opened Qi Odyssey massage spa at Level 2 of Berjaya Times Square has a welcoming feel and the moment you enter, you sense your mind and body starting to relax. My colleague and I went there to try different massage treatments and here’s an account of what we experienced.

Triple Treasure Massage – by Rajeswari Kandiah

After days of a hive of activity leading to aching muscles, I badly needed some kneading and massaging to soothe and take away the pain and restlessness. Stepping into Qi Odyssey’s well equipped and harmonious centre at Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur, I immediately expected a pleasant experience and I was not wrong.

The centre exudes a warm, inviting feel, with very friendly and informative staff and from the looks of it, I knew my body would get the care it deserves. Qi Odyssey combines the concepts of traditional Chinese reflexology and also serves as a teahouse where one can relax and unwind. For this visit, I opted for the Triple Treasure massage. This reflexology session by the therapist expertly targets pressure points to relieve muscle tension and enhance blood circulation. It started with the soaking of the feet with a bath bomb, then kneading and massaging of pressure points in the legs and feet, ending with an upper body massage. This massage lasted for about 60 minutes.

The best part is that the oil used is not oily and leaves your skin feeling supple. The essential massage oils are infused with plant-based oils that help nourish the skin and have a refreshing scent with tangy undertones.

Customers can choose from JADE (Geranium, Spearmint, Lemon), AUTUMN (Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Lavender) or BLOSSOM (Vanilla, Yuzu, Grapefruit). The bath bomb comes in four fragrances. Ingot, which is infused with Mandarin orange essential oil, Lotus which is filled with rose and mint, Leaf which contains lavender essential oil or the Koi-shaped one infused with honey and lemon essential oils. I chose the Koi-shaped bath bomb and when it was added to my foot soak tub of warm water, it was all fizzle and fragrance.

The foot soak helped set the mood and coaxed my tense muscles to relax. Then the therapist went on to massage the pressure points in my feet and legs. That was when I really felt good, even dozing off on the comfortable deck chairs.

After the lower extremities were tended to, my therapist moved on to work her magic on my upper body – the neck, shoulders and head. This last part of my session felt good and the result was that I felt a sense of balance and even light, like the burden on my shoulders had been lifted. I enjoyed the feeling. The therapists here are all trained in-house and allowed to tend to customers only when properly skilled. My therapist was caring and skilled yet gentle, making the session an enjoyable one.

The after massage drink flavoured with ginger and lemongrass is also a must-try as it is refreshing and hydrating, making for the perfect experience.

Qi Meridian Massage – by Sunita Chhabra

I was impressed when I entered the recently opened Qi Odyssey at Berjaya Times Square Everything was so pleasant and clean and the layout was well-planned and conducive. The ambience was inviting and it made a person feel comfortable and at ease. During my visit I learnt that Qi Odyssey is a sister brand of Thai Odyssey, which is famous for its massages that many people love.

I decided to try the Qi Meridian Massage which is a full body massage. It targets the meridian points and is a robust deep tissue massage. It has been meticulously crafted to alleviate persistent tension and muscular stress in the body, helping to restore balance and vitality. You can choose whether you want the 60 mins, 90 mins or 120 mins treatment. The 60 mins treatment costs RM 158 and it’s really worth the money customers pay.

Before the massage starts, the friendly and gentle staff of Qi Odyssey will approach you to ask you to select the massage oil you prefer. You can indulge in a luxurious sensation with your choice of the natural essential massage oils they offer. These leave your skin nourished, soft and supple.

I had been in a state of high tension for a few days with the brain constantly overthinking and anxious thoughts racing around. I hoped that this massage would set my rhythm right and in tune again and happily, it did just that.

For the oils, as mentioned by Rajeswari earlier, you can choose JADE (Geranium, Spearmint, Lemon), AUTUMN (Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Lavender) or BLOSSOM (Vanilla, Yuzu, Grapefruit). It depends on whether you want to relax, rejuvenate, recharge, etc., The staff there will explain what each massage oil is best for. I went with BLOSSOM that day as I love the scent of Vanilla. I was very tempted by the other two too and I told myself I would visit again to try them too.

It was a good choice as I felt wonderful after the massage. The therapist had wonderful, expert hands and I could feel all the tension leaving my body and soul as she kneaded and massaged the different Qi Meridian points of my body. It was somehow different in a good way from other massages I’ve tried and I believe it has something to do with their expertise regarding Qi Meridian points.

It might just be me but I especially enjoyed the part where the head, neck and shoulders were massaged. It helped ease all the tension out of my body.

I must also mention that they also gently wash your feet before the massage starts and that immediately makes you start to relax as the water touches and refreshes your feet. It’s a great way to start the whole experience.

My skin felt supple, hydrated and soft for days. The therapist did a wonderful job and she was attentive and polite too. Her expertise with her hands was wonderful and I learnt that the staff at Qi Odyssey are trained carefully to make them skillful with the ability to make sure the customers have the best experience possible.

I felt so good after the massage that I wondered why I had neglected self-care for some time and had not gone for an indulgent treatment sooner. I promised myself that I would treat myself to another pampering, rejuvenating and relaxing body and soul treatment very soon in the near future. After the massage, it was time for my French Rose tea and snacks. It was a lovely way to end a wonderful experience indeed!

The two massage treatments mentioned above are not the only treatments available. Amongst the other fascinating massages we saw listed is the Silver Cloud Massage which costs only RM68 for 30 mins. This half body massage relieves tension in the head, neck, shoulder and back regions. There is also the Golden Cloud Massage which consists of a foot soak and half body massage and this starts at RM 78 for 30 mins. Another interesting one is the Monk’s Feet Massage, which after a hot foot soak, pressure points on your feet are targeted to relieve muscle tension and improve blood circulation. This starts at RM 98 for 45 mins.

The herbal foot soaks you can choose from are Ginger Root, Artemisia Argyl or Saffron. It’s absolutely sublime to immerse your feet in natural Chinese herbs of your choice for an invigorating experience while you sit back and relax.

Qi Odyssey also has couple massage rooms if you would like to go with your spouse, partner, sister or friend. It’s sometimes fun to enjoy the massage in the same room with a loved one.

We all need good Qi for a great life. Sometimes our natural Qi goes down or suffers because of the many different stresses that we face in life. It’s a fabulous idea to head for a massage from time to time to get our Qi in optimal form again. You will immediately feel that life is better and joy radiates more easily from within you.

From deep-tissue full body and half body massages to rejuvenating reflexology and foot soaks, each treatment at Qi Odyssey is thoughtfully designed to relieve tension while nourishing a healthy body and mind connection to enhance your well-being.

You can order the different flavoured tea and snacks to be served after the massage to end the session of pampering in an enjoyable and perfect way.

Remember that you owe it to yourself to take the best possible care of yourself and a massage is one of the most reliable and quick ways to improve your mental and physical health.

Qi Odyssey Berjaya Times Square can be contacted at 03-2110 2263. You can find out more about Qi Odyssey at qiodyssey.com.my. Don’t wait! Give yourself a massage spa treat you deserve.