Andrea Boze
Medical Aesthetician
Fleming IslandA medical aesthetician with more than 18 years of experience leading advanced facials and skin-rejuvenation treatments.
Swedish Massage · Day Spa at Eagle Harbor
The classic full-body massage, at the pace you need it
A gentle, therapist-led Swedish massage built for everyday relaxation, first-timer friendly, from a licensed massage therapist at our Fleming Island Day Spa. Serving Fleming Island, Orange Park, and greater Jacksonville.
Written by the Well Labs+ editorial team · Last updated July 2026
Treatment Overview
What a Swedish massage does
Swedish massage is the original relaxation massage: long, gliding strokes, gentle kneading, and light-to-medium pressure across the full body. It is not a lighter version of a deep tissue session, it is a different tool, built to ease everyday tension and help your whole system exhale rather than work out a specific problem area.
Our licensed massage therapist checks your pressure preference before every session and adjusts as you go, so whether this is your very first massage or a standing habit, the pace stays yours. See the full Day Spa lineup for all the other ways we help you slow down.
If you want firmer, focused pressure or a specialized session, our deep tissue massage, prenatal massage, and lymphatic massage round out the menu.
Who It’s For
When a Swedish massage is the right fit
Each session is tailored to your pressure and your day, not a set routine.
First Massage, Ever
A welcoming, unhurried introduction to massage. Long, gliding strokes at a pressure you choose, so your first session sets the tone for every one after it.
Everyday Stress & Tension
A fast pace, a long week, or a body that just needs to exhale. Swedish massage is the classic full-body reset for ordinary, everyday tension.
A Gentler Pace Than Deep Tissue
If you want relaxation rather than deep-pressure muscle work, Swedish massage is the lighter, broader-strokes session, not a weaker version of deep tissue.
Self-Care & Gifting
A go-to for a standalone visit, a spa-day package, or a gift, no special occasion required. Many guests build it into a regular rhythm.
Add-On Treatments
Layer in what your body needs
Any of these can be added to your Swedish massage the same visit, at no extra time for aromatherapy.
Hot Stone Upgrade
Warmed stones layered into your session to ease tension and deepen relaxation, an easy upgrade to a classic Swedish massage.
Scalp Massage
Focused scalp and head massage to relax and de-stress before or after your main session.
Cupping
Suction-based technique that decompresses muscle tension and releases trigger points.
Aromatherapy
Natural oils layered into your session to elevate relaxation, at no extra time.
Exfoliating Scrub
A sea-salt scrub with shea butter body cream on your hands, feet, or back.
Radiofrequency Pain-Relief Add-On
A gentle, warming radiofrequency add-on for guests managing lingering muscle soreness alongside their massage.
Fleming Island · Northeast Florida
Massage built for Fleming Island’s pace
Fleming Island rarely slows down. Pickleball and tennis at Eagle Harbor, boating on Doctors Lake, golf, and long days of yard work in the Florida heat all add up to a body that is holding tension by the end of the week. A Swedish massage is the classic reset: no diagnosis needed, no deep-pressure work-out, just long, gliding strokes that help you decompress from the pace and the heat. It is also the easiest first massage to book if you have never had one before.
Northeast Florida’s UV index climbs to extreme from spring through late summer, and sun exposure drives much of the collagen loss and visible aging we treat, so care here is as much about prevention as it is about correction.
The Day Spa at Eagle Harbor carries its own 4.9-star rating from real guests, inside a genuine day-spa building overlooking the Eagle Harbor pond, a mile from our Medical Spa at Island Lane.
Serving
- Fleming Island
- Orange Park
- Middleburg
- Green Cove Springs
- Jacksonville
- Clay County
The Pura Vida Approach
Gentle, unhurried, and tailored to you
Every Swedish massage at Pura Vida is placed by a licensed massage therapist who checks in on your pressure preference and health history before your first session, and adjusts as you go, whether you want a very light touch or a firmer, medium-pressure reset.
You will feel that same care everywhere in the Day Spa, so your hour is about how you want to feel, not a slot to fill. And if deep tissue, prenatal, or lymphatic work would serve you better, we will tell you and help you book the session that fits.
Is This For You?
Am I a Candidate?
A Good Fit If…
- this is your first massage ever, or it has been a long time since your last one
- you want a classic, full-body relaxation reset rather than targeted muscle work
- you are dealing with the everyday tension of a busy pace, not a specific chronic problem area
- you want a lighter-to-medium pressure session, or you simply are not sure what pressure you like yet
Let’s Talk First If…
- you want firm, deep pressure to work out a specific muscle problem: our deep tissue massage is the better fit
- you are pregnant: our prenatal massage is the trimester-aware, positioning-safe option
- you are recovering from surgery or managing swelling: our lymphatic massage is the gentler, specialized option
- you have a health condition your doctor hasn’t cleared for massage: tell us so we can tailor or postpone your session
These are informational guardrails, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, check with your doctor before booking, and tell us about any health conditions so we can tailor your session.
Ready to Start?
Sounds like you? Let’s get you unwound.
Book an appointment and our licensed massage therapist tailors a Swedish massage around the pressure and pace you want, here at the Day Spa in Fleming Island.
Our Process
What to expect at your session
Tell Us the Pressure You Want
Your session starts with a few minutes talking through what you want out of it: pure relaxation, general tension relief, or your very first massage. Your therapist sets a pressure preference from light to medium before any hands-on work begins.
Your Therapist Uses Long, Gliding Strokes
Classic Swedish technique moves across the full body with long, gliding strokes, gentle kneading, and light-to-medium pressure. The goal is to relax your whole system and ease everyday tension rather than dig out deep muscle knots.
Add What Your Body Needs
Ask to layer in a hot stone upgrade, scalp work, cupping, or aromatherapy the same visit, at no extra time for aromatherapy.
Rest and Rehydrate Afterward
Plan a few quiet minutes afterward and drink water. Most guests leave looser, calmer, and ready for the rest of their day.
What Our Patients Are Saying
What Day Spa guests say
4.9★ From verified Google reviews at the Pura Vida Day Spa at Eagle Harbor.
"Joyce gave an amazing massage I booked her again right after I was done… It was instant relief and relaxation… I felt like I was a piece of art she was claying together with very small details being added. It was the best massage I’ve ever had in my life."
"The massage and salt room was amazing! I really enjoyed my experience and was so relaxed."
"So relaxed right now. It was so good I literally fell asleep during the massage. Will definitely be back."
Prefer to Talk First?
Not sure what pressure or session is right for you? Call us.
Talk through what you're looking for with our Fleming Island Day Spa team before you book.
Proven Excellence
The most-reviewed Day Spa in Clay County
Swedish massage is available at the Day Spa at Eagle Harbor, serving Orange Park, Middleburg, and greater Jacksonville.
1,400+
Five-Star Reviews
More Google reviews than any other medspa in the region.
4.9★
Average Rating
Verified on Google across both Fleming Island locations.
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Fleming Island Locations
Serving Clay County, Orange Park & greater Jacksonville.
Meet the Day Spa Care Team
A licensed massage therapist who knows your pace
Our Day Spa team, led by our Licensed Massage Therapist for bodywork: the same expert hands, visit after visit.
Sherrida Ayabarreno
Medical Aesthetician
Fleming IslandA medical aesthetician with years of experience guiding skin-health and rejuvenation treatments tailored to your skin.
Macy Castello
Medical Aesthetician
Fleming IslandA medical aesthetician focused on results-driven skincare, delivered with joy and intention in a relaxed, self-care space.
Chrissy Durrence
Medical Aesthetician
Fleming IslandA medical aesthetician delivering confidence-boosting results through advanced, personalized skincare tailored to each patient.
Stacy Barns
LMT
Fleming IslandA massage therapist with years of experience helping guests relax, recover, and feel their best.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Swedish Massage Questions, Answered
What is a Swedish massage and what does it do?
Swedish massage is the classic full-body relaxation massage: long, gliding strokes, kneading, and light-to-medium pressure designed to ease everyday tension and help your whole body unwind. At Pura Vida’s Day Spa, our licensed massage therapist tailors the pressure to what feels right for you, whether this is your first massage or your fiftieth.
Who is a Swedish massage good for?
Swedish massage is a great fit for first-timers who want a gentle, welcoming introduction to massage, anyone dealing with the everyday tension of a fast pace and long weeks, and guests who want relaxation over deep-pressure muscle work. It is also a popular standalone spa-day visit or gift.
Is Swedish massage safe for everyone?
For most guests, yes. We ask about your health history before every session so we can tailor pressure and technique to you. If you are pregnant, our prenatal massage session is the safer, trimester-aware fit. If you are recovering from surgery or managing swelling, our lymphatic massage is the gentler, specialized option, ask us which session is right for you.
How is Swedish massage different from deep tissue massage?
Swedish massage uses lighter, broader strokes aimed at relaxation, while deep tissue massage uses firmer, more targeted pressure to work out specific muscle tension and chronic tightness. Neither is a "stronger" or "weaker" version of the other, they are built for different goals. If you know you want firm, focused pressure on a problem area, ask about our deep tissue massage instead.
What should I expect during and after a Swedish massage session?
Expect a calm, quiet room, a quick conversation about your pressure preference, and long, gliding strokes across the full body. Many guests add a hot stone upgrade, scalp work, cupping, or aromatherapy the same visit. Afterward, plan a few quiet minutes, drink water, and most guests leave feeling looser and more at ease.
Where can I get a Swedish massage near Fleming Island, FL?
Pura Vida’s Day Spa at 1715 Eagle Harbor Parkway, Suite C, in Fleming Island offers Swedish massage from a licensed massage therapist, and we welcome guests from Orange Park, Middleburg, Green Cove Springs, and greater Jacksonville. Our Day Spa carries Florida massage establishment license #46581 and its own 4.9-star Google rating from real Eagle Harbor guests.
Ready When You Are
Let’s help you decompress, at the pace you need
Book an appointment and we’ll tailor a classic Swedish massage around the pressure, pace, and time you need today.
Not ready to book? Send us a question instead.