Private clinic · St Albans, Hertfordshire

Hijama & sports massage

Book traditional wet cupping, deep tissue massage or both in one appointment.

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Open 7 days until 10:30pmFree parking

70+ Google reviews

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Stressed or run down?

Targeted Deep Tissue60 minutes · one area£75See times Starter HijamaUp to 5 cups£50See times

I want to try Hijama

Starter HijamaUp to 5 cups£50See times What a first visit involves

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Google reviews

What clients say after their visit.

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shaukatp ali

I have been having Hijama treatments every three months for over 15 years and have tried many practitioners across the UK, from Manchester to the South. Without a doubt, my recent experience with Shahid was outstanding. His technique was so gentle that I barely felt any discomfort, and the recovery afterwards was excellent. Shahid has a professional setup and clearly has extensive knowledge and experience in Hijama. So impressed was I with the results that I returned a week later for a deep tissue massage, and once again he exceeded my expectations. Shahid is conscientious, skilled, and genuinely passionate about helping people. Unlike some who seem motivated purely by money, he clearly cares about delivering the best possible treatment. Highly recommended. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Katie G

Been looking for some natural stress relief therapy for quite some time and randomly came across this Hijama Cupping therapy. It was really explained well to me, the setup was very professional in the clinic and I cannot believe how much relief I found after the sessions. I was finding it difficult to sleep and was sleeping like a baby for the first few days. The sound of it was really scary, but it was nothing more than a slight scratch, nothing compared to the pains I went through with Tattoos and it healed up really quickly. Have been telling all my family and friends about this. Some are not convinced, but I will definitely be back for more in the future.

Dee Al-abaidy

Worth every penny i spent he relax and take out all the pressures recomened to all people around herts or st albans

Adnaan Ali

Shahid helped me with my recovery with my hamstring but he recommends the best course of action. For example, I initially asked for hijama for my hamstring but he advised a targeted recovery session would be more helpful for my needs. He also gave me gym exercises to help with recovery. After the session I noticed my issue subsided. He’s really friendly and I would recommend him to anyone and everyone. Top class service.

Edad Ahmed

Tried cupping for the first time and was feeling nervous. Abdus Shahid was very professional and talked me through the process. It helped relieve tightness in my quads. I would highly recommend

Noman Khan

I had an excellent experience at this cupping centre professional, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire session The clinic was very clean and hygienic and everything was explained clearly before the treatment. I left feeling relaxed, refreshed and much better. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for quality cupping therapy.

Karzan Ahmad

I’ll give this guy more star ⭐ if there was thank you for your good work really help full and did a great job

srikanthreddy

Very good experience its was awesome

Which session should I book?

Massage & Recovery

Choose 60 minutes for one main area or 90 for several.

Targeted Deep Tissue

Sports massage & deep tissue · 60 minutes

Best for: One main area

Focused hands-on deep tissue work for the muscles you want treated.

£75

Book Targeted Deep Tissue

Full Body Deep Tissue

Sports massage & deep tissue · 90 minutes

Best for: Several tight areas

A longer deep tissue appointment for wider muscle work.

£110

Book Full Body Deep Tissue

Hijama (wet cupping)

Start with focused coverage, or choose a wider session. Cup limits show what’s included. We agree the actual number with you.

Starter Hijama

Hijama · up to 5 cups

Best for: Focused coverage or a first visit

Up to 5 cups. A good first Hijama.

£50

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Signature Hijama

Hijama · up to 10 cups

Best for: Broader coverage

Up to 10 cups where appropriate, with a brief warm-up massage included.

£60

Book Signature Hijama

Advanced Hijama

Hijama · up to 15 cups

Best for: Widest coverage

Widest coverage, subject to assessment.

£75

Book Advanced Hijama

Massage + Hijama

Dedicated deep tissue work and wet cupping in one visit. Choose by how much time you want for hands-on work.

Targeted Deep Tissue + Hijama

Massage + Hijama · 60 min

Best for: One main area plus wet cupping

Deep tissue work plus up to 5 Hijama cups.

£95

Book Targeted Deep Tissue + Hijama

Full Body Deep Tissue + Hijama

Massage + Hijama · 90 min

Best for: Several areas plus wet cupping

Deep tissue work plus up to 10 Hijama cups.

£135

Book Full Body Deep Tissue + Hijama

Dry cupping without blood removal · £35 See all treatments and prices

New to Hijama?

Hijama in 15 seconds.

01SuctionCups create suction on the skin before the wet-cupping stage.
02Small superficial scratchesSmall superficial scratches are made using sterile, single-use equipment. You may feel pulling and brief discomfort.
03Cups back onThe cups collect a small amount of blood. The area is then cleaned, dressed and aftercare is explained.

Afterwards, experiences vary and temporary marks can occur. Prefer no blood? Dry cupping and deep tissue massage are here too.

See times for Starter Hijama · £50

One client at a timeSterile single-use kitFree parkingPay after your visit

01 / Hijama

Hijama, explained simply and done properly.

Hijama is wet cupping: cups create suction, then small superficial scratches allow a small amount of blood to be collected. People explore it for Sunnah, general wellbeing and muscular discomfort. Open to everyone, Muslim or not.

From £50

Explore Hijama

02 / Massage

Sports massage and deep tissue therapy for stubborn tightness.

Looking for sports massage in St Albans? Start with hands-on deep tissue work tailored to your training, work or everyday tension. Dry cupping, IASTM muscle scraping or percussion may be added with your agreement. See sports massage treatments.

From £75

Explore deep tissue massage

03 / Cupping

Dry cupping, fire cupping and muscle scraping.

Shorter standalone sessions when you want cupping without Hijama, or one stubborn area worked with steel scraping tools.

From £35

Compare cupping options

What to expect

Personal attention. A private treatment space.

Consultation firstTime to talk through what brings you in, check suitability and agree the areas to treat.
Treatment explainedUnderstand the plan before treatment starts. Ask questions, adjust the pressure or decline a method.
Aftercare and supportLeave with aftercare guidance and a direct WhatsApp contact for questions after your visit.
Pay at the endClear prices before you book. Payment after your appointment.

Certified Hijama practitioner
Sterile single-use kit
Insured clinic

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The private treatment room in St Albans

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Different therapies. What actually changes?

See what your visit includes, how each treatment feels and which session fits what you are looking for.

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Your session at Herts Cupping

Massage60 minutes · £75

Dedicated muscle work, with pressure tailored to you.

Book dedicated time for the muscles that need attention. Hands-on deep tissue work is the foundation, with pressure adjusted throughout. Optional dry cupping, scraping or percussion is explained before use.

How it feels, skin contact and session length

The experience: Pressure, warmth or tenderness. It should be discussed and adjusted, not endured.
Skin contact: No planned skin scratches or blood removal.
Choose your appointment: 60 minutes for focused work on one main area. Choose 90 minutes when you want more time across several areas.

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Your session at Herts Cupping

Dry cuppingStandalone · £35

A suction-only session, without the wet cups.

Explore cupping without scratches or blood removal. We explain the sensation, agree the areas and adjust the suction. Dry cups are also included with every Hijama appointment.

How it feels, skin contact and session length

The experience: Pulling or tightness. Suction can be reduced; temporary round marks can occur.
Skin contact: No scratches and no planned blood removal.
Choose your appointment: Book dry cupping on its own, or choose a deep tissue session if hands-on massage is your priority.

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Your session at Herts Cupping

Muscle scraping30 minutes · £45

Dedicated time for a stubborn area.

A focused appointment using smooth tools over selected muscular areas. Choose 30 minutes for one area or 60 minutes for several. Scraping can also be included within a deep tissue session, where suitable.

How it feels, skin contact and session length

The experience: Repeated tool contact over the area. Pressure is adapted to your feedback; temporary redness can occur.
Skin contact: No planned scratches. Broken or unsuitable skin is avoided.
Choose your appointment: Choose a scraping-led appointment when this is the method you want. Choose deep tissue if you prefer massage as the foundation.

See times for muscle scraping Explore muscle scraping

See how this method is applied

Your session at Herts Cupping

HijamaFrom £50

More than the wet cups alone.

Your Hijama appointment includes a consultation, warm-up massage, free dry cups and aftercare. We agree the treatment areas together, explain the wet-cupping stage and check that you are comfortable before proceeding.

How it feels, skin contact and session length

The experience: Pulling, followed by small superficial scratches that may be uncomfortable. Tell us if you feel faint or unwell.
Skin contact: Involves skin scratches and blood collection. Screening, sterile single-use equipment and aftercare matter.
Choose your appointment: You specifically want traditional wet cupping for personal wellbeing or Sunnah practice. Open to Muslim and non-Muslim clients.

See times for Starter Hijama Explore Hijama appointments

From a client’s Google review

“The clinic was very clean and hygienic and everything was explained clearly before the treatment.”

Noman Khan · excerpt Read Google reviews

See a real Hijama session and understand these illustrations

The diagrams explain contact with the skin. For the actual clinic setting and wet-cupping process, you can watch our existing Hijama footage. It does not demonstrate a massage-only appointment.

They show how the methods are applied, not that one works better or treats the cause of a symptom. Evidence and suitability differ by method and condition. Read the benefits and evidence guide. You can ask to stay with hands-on work or decline any method.

Exploring complementary therapies?First-time Hijama questions What comes out during Hijama?

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Appointments seven days a week, including evenings. Free parking and payment after your visit. Want to talk first? Ask for a free phone consultation.

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