Blaise came to my home last week and gave me one of the best massages I've had in years! I'll definitely see him again! Now for the long version... I'd been working 16-18 hour days for about 2 weeks without a day off. As a result, my back, hips, glutes, legs and feet were all a disaster. Knowing I was was going to need some deep work, I scheduled Blaise for a 2 hour massage. He showed up a few minutes early and got setup. After asking me about any issues I had in my body, I got on the table and he got to work. His massage was methodical and relaxing. (I hate when massage therapists bounce from one spot to another with no apparent plan, so methodical is a high compliment from me.) Typically, I like really deep tissue work. In fact, if I don't feel a bit beat up, I feel cheated in my massage. Blaise was able to skillfully balance my desire for deep tissue with the actual needs of my body/muscles. He went deep in some places, but explained that other places would recover better from a lighter touch. Blaise addressed all my needs, and left me feeling so much better. I can't wait to see him again! read more

I had one hour session with Blaise. He started the session by asking problems/discomfort I have and explained his approach. He is good at giving both deep tissue massage and soft sensual touch for relaxation as needed. Blaise is friendly and professional. His studio is located at a nice neighbourhood near to Aloma Square. It is classic and cosy. read more

Greatest massage in this hemisphere! He has your best interests at heart, or at least he's good at pretending he does. Set in therapist's sunny living room with whimsical artwork collected or gifted from friends. Massage cream had a light floral/herbal scent, not overbearing like the patchouli or lemongrass that intoxicates spas. Certainly not your typical masseuse. No canned new age music. No platitudes. No soft-headed mush. Edgy sense of humor. Can be chatty or silent, light as a feather or heavy as a jackhammer. I felt like a piece of dough being rolled back and forth at Boudin. My favorite part is the blaze (or the blaise?), where he bulldozes a trail down a whole half of your body from head to toe all at once. Forearms? Rolling pin? Forearms plus rolling pin? Whatever it was, it was glorious to feel pressure everywhere instead of just one focused point. It triggered a montage of clouds rolling across the sky, winds buffing away sand dunes, flowing through silk sleeves of some girl who runs into the air and sails across a rainbow. Well, cue the cherubs. It was a moment that made me a believer. But back on earth: His terrier comes in and sniffs around. He needs a bath. He was adorable but got in the way of sweet sweet slumber. Trying to shoo the dog away was comical, but I doubt dog haters and cynophobics will be so amused. The foot reflexology bit at the beginning and end was too harsh for my taste, but I know eastern medicine is not about pleasing; it's about fixing. Nonetheless I was happy he didn't dwell on it long nor try to drive a blunt wooden stick through my foot like that chinese reflexologist I visited in Richmond. After this whole rigmarole of pain and pleasure, the pinch in my lower back was gone for a while and my sprained ankle had loosened up that I could walk straight. My ankle is healing way faster this time (I do acrobatics, so sprains are a common occurrence for me). The calf massage must have restored some much-needed circulation to the ankle. I'd go back in a heartbeat if I had the funds. Definitely good value for the money. read more

Me: not looking for a foofoo experience, and somewhat afraid of those advertised for $45. Found: best massage experience EVER with Blaise Martin. My experience: all good and coming back for more. Cozy room, cool art, and a massage so good that I booked 3 additional appointments. He's got the healing touch and a good bedside manner. I also appreciate that he customizes the music for each visit. read more

I found Blaise Massage by way of online searches and reviews. His communication of availability, scheduling, and confirming a session is superb. On the table, I am impressed with Blaise's professionalism, knowledge, and caring touch. He asks questions to make sure his client is comfortable, but thankfully is not a 'talker.' I tend to carry my stress in my upper back and neck. Blaise focused on these areas, radiating outward to promote a holistic sense of pain relief. I would highly recommend Blaise to anyone needing a wonderful moment of relaxation in their highly stressful lives. I look forward to returning. read more

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!!! I feel so wonderful and rejeuvenated after a 90 minute Blaise massage. He is the best! hands down. Treat yourself and go to blaise. You will not be disappointed. I am pregnant with number two, and my last pregancy, I had several other massages from different people who specialized in pre-natal massage, but.... nothing compares. Not even close. Blaise knows the body and makes you comfortable and relaxed. He is the best. read more

Blaise is awesome. I've had several massage therapists in the past and Blaise definitely knows what he's doing. He's very easy going, friendly, and professional. I was a crank (sorry Blaise), and he could have easily smothered me with his massage pillow, but instead he was still very pleasant and professional. I was very pleased with the results as he helped treat my arm (I have tennis elbow) and worked on some horrible knots in my shoulders and upper back. I was having a bad week and his session helped me feel better. If he can tolerate me and my semi-melancholy moods, I hope he'll have me back for a future session. He's great. read more

I went in for my first massage with Blaise last Friday. It was the best massage I've had in quite some time. I needed him to work out some pretty bad knots in my back, and he did exactly what I asked for. My back felt immediately better, and after being sore (in a good way!) for a couple of days, I feel much less tension in my back this week. It wasn't all about the pain either, the massage was both intense and very relaxing at the same time. He even played some of my favorite music and offered chocolates on the way out. In addition, Blaise was very personable and professional, and put me at ease right away. I am looking forward to my next visit next month and will highly recommend him to all of my friends. read more

Really top notch. I've had a lot of massages over the years to fix up my crappy rhomboids and lower back. Blaise did a really great job at focusing on areas that I specified were a problem. Additionally he really found some areas that I didn't even know were an issue until I felt better afterwards. My hip had been stiff for some time which I attributed to arthritis. He worked out some kinks at the insertion points of several muscles and I'll be darned if I wasn't walking better immediately. He has a very practical approach to massage therapy, not trying to hype up talk about "toxins" and other garbage. He instead focuses on practical techniques to prevent problems as well as providing therapy to what ails you, as painful as it can be ... He has a great taste in music too, and is willing to tailor the songs to your liking. Overall a really great experience. I'll be back next chance I get. read more

Blaise is hands down one of the best in the city! I met him at the Four Seasons and have been a devotee ever since. His style is great and can apply really deep pressure to those problem areas. His personality is tremendous and warm, yet professional. also, he offers a great price for 90 minute. yhis is really great of you are recovering from an injury. read more

Attentive, intuitive, curious and healing. I have been going to Blaise for years years and he just keeps getting better and better. Delightful space- intimate and cozy. Great music. read more

Worst massage experience of my life! I will try to keep this review concise. - Lack of drapes/shades on huge windows makes me wonder who outside could see me undress since it was dark outside and the lights were on in his apartment - Blaise did not check in with me at the beginning of the massage to see how the temperature of the room is, or if I liked the music, volume of music, etc. I am shy about proactively asking for stuff like this to be changed to my preference, so I didn't. - His dog barked for 1/3 of my massage; counterproductive to being relaxed and crazy awful to listen to - He chose to do laundry while I received my massage, so I also got to listen to his washing machine run! Also, counterproductive to being relaxed - He is charismatic, but I really didn't want to listen to him complain about other patients of his or hear about his family etc the entire hour of receiving my massage. Massage time should mostly be quiet time. - When my massage was complete, he told me I could use the sheet from the massage table to wipe myself down! No towel offer or anything. - After the massage was over and I was finished getting dressed, he decided to try to sell me a 3 package massage deal. This was just beyond off putting to me. And uncomfortable since its just you and him one on one in his apartment. I didn't purchase it of course, and it just was the icing on the cake after not being able to relax and unwind during the massage due to dog barking, washing machine running, and blake talking. Blaise definitely knows how to give a deep tissue/sports massage, and he is a nice guy and is likable (which is why its hard to write this review), but the whole experience was just really bad. I would not go back or recommend him for massage. read more

I was bought a gift of three massages - none of which I ever managed to get. Tried three times to set up just one appointment - was canceled on either the day before or the day of (and once, he canceled 23 minutes AFTER the actual appointment time). Finally just asked for the refund and wanted to move on with my life. Why am I writing then - with one star, no less? It would be because, turns out, Mr. Martin is not licensed as a certified massage therapist in California. At least not in 2013. This means that he cannot legally hold himself out to be a "CMT" in California. Nor is he a member of the American Massage Therapy Association in 2013 (as his bio would have you believe). If you're thinking of using him, you may want to consider whether you want to let someone with no valid certifications or legally required licenses into you home, to massage you. If he's a great masseuse, that's wonderful for you but, just note, he cannot hold himself out as a CMT and you should consider whether what he charges is market value for unlicensed services. Good luck! read more

Great massage excellent professional. I called him at the last minute and had an appointment for the same day. Perfect location on Castro. Private studio. Clean. And nice guy. I totally recommend. read more

I went to Blaise after an auto accident. Before I saw him for the first time, I let him know I was seeking treatment for a car accident, I would pay him and need documentation to get reimbursed as the accident was the other driver's fault. He agreed and has refused to provide the documentation I need for reimbursement. It's been months and months. Blaise, please send me bills and soap notes and I'll be happy to change my review. read more

Blaise is an AWESOME healer. I received a massage from him and was on cloud nine for days! I had tons of tension in my shoulders and back. Blaise was able to address all of my trouble spots... seemingly without even having to "dig in" or "beat me up"... His massage was a PERFECT balance of deep tissue and relaxation. I felt calm, renewed and extremely grateful after my massage with him. I'm a massage therapist as well, so I'm pretty particular about who works on me... Blaise is a seasoned therapist, technical and amazingly intuitive. Highly recommended. read more

Folks, this is much more than a massage -- it's an interGalactic experience! Blaise provides a safe and welcoming enironment where you will feel relaxed even before the massage has begun. You will feel like you are back in the womb.... he's that good. Relax, enjoy this gift to your body and take it S-L-O-W afterwards. read more

I have been getting massages from Blaise for so many years. I was impressed with his natural talent when he was just starting out. Throughout the years, the massages have only gotten better. Blaise is exceptionally good at remembering my preferrnces regarding pressure and always applies that to my session. I live in Sac now but when I do get to the Bay Area, I make sure to see Blaise for a phenomenal massage. He is truly one of a kind! read more

Blaise is the best CMT I've been to. Beyond just a relaxing massage, he truly delivers therapy to strained muscles and joints. He doesn't stop until things are perfect. Well worth the money! read more

Blaise gives, hands down, the best massage I've ever had! I'd give him 100 stars if I could. His studio is softly lit and comfortable and yet funky and fun artwork gives the place a unique feel. His massage table is one of my favorite places in San Francisco! read more

I've been getting massages for a long time and with a lot of different massage therapists with very different styles. Swedish, shiatsu, deep tissue, sports, acupressure, thai, laos, cambodian, ayurvedic, burmese, you name it, I've probably tried it. I'm also very picky with massage therapists, as most don't do enough pressure or know where my problem spots are. Well, Blaise is definitely one of the best masseurs I've tried. Granted it was only one 90-min massage, but if he can get better with more familiarity of my body, then wow, it's going to be amazing! Blaise gives just the right pressure where I need it (and that's usually a lot of pressure), can tell what my problem spots are (and works extra hard at it), and totally puts me at ease. His personality is calming and engaging, and there was just the right amount of dialogue during the massage. The studio is very artsy and chill, and the temperature was just right. I was definitely sad when the 90 minutes was up, but totally look forward to the next session! read more

I have been seeing Blaise for all of my massage needs for over 13 years. Even though I've moved away from time to time, I always manage to come back to Blaise. He has the innate ability to pinpoint my troubled areas immediately and translate himself, his fingers, emotion into making it his mission to work out my stress. What can I say? The man is gifted! You would be remiss if you didn't try him out. GO! read more

I have had many massages in my life and Blaise is one of the best! The only place I will go now. Having a myriad of issues (2 herniated discs, nerve pain from breast cancer surgery and more..) Blaise is very mindful of whatever you have going on and will "bring it" when you need that extra knee or elbow to loosen things up. I have to agree with the Yelper who mention the rolling pin move. AMAZING! I'm pretty sure he would walk on my back in roller skates if I asked him to. Look no further if you want a masseur who will cater to you and make sure you leave feeling relaxed and ready for a good nap or glass of wine. read more

One word: AMAZING. Blaise is really a master at what he does. He makes you feel so comfortable and makes sure he takes care of the parts that are bothering you. His space is warm and cozy, you kind of feel like sleeping there or hanging out when you are done. Just try Blaise out- he won't disappoint. read more

Blaise was referred to us by a masseuse in Boston and came to our house to give massages for my wife and in-laws. We were all blow away by his talent! The Blaise massage, as we now call it, is the most blissful, satisfying and relaxing experience. He's extremely talented and knows the physiology of the body well so is able to find deep knots and body aches (and release them). After my wife's very difficult labor, Blaise treated her to a caring and restorative massage that enabled her to finally relax and get the sleep she desperately needed. I can't recommend him enough. read more

I was referred to Blaise by a mutual friend and can safely say I will not have to look anywhere else for a massage therapist. From the first minute, the environment was welcoming and comfortable and Blaise's knowledge was immediately evident. I have had a great deal of experience with a variety of types of massage and I find the balanced approach that Blaise offers amazing and effective. I have a very active lifestyle and tend to have specific issues that must be addressed in my massage therapy; after a session with Blaise I feel completley rejuvenated, relaxed and repaired. His attention to my needs and understanding of my physicality allow me to completely relax as he works knowing that he will attend to every issue and tissue. I cannot recommend him highly enough - it is simply something you must experience for yourself. read more

Blaise was laid back yet attentive and I felt comfortable with him and his little pooch right away. He gives a great deep massage and was especially attentive to a previous injury in my neck and shoulder, making a chronically painful area feel much more loose and relaxed, which is hard to do. No one else has been as comfortable working with me and my injury, let alone as effective. I walked out feeling great, and I now have a new friend named Blaise! :) I am recommending him to everyone I know! read more

Blaise is simply the BEST. It's true that he's got the healing touch. I've been bothered by Sciatica and even without telling him my problem, he knew what was going on. I've had injuries and soreness from various activities like running, swimming, playing Tennis, Boxing, & kickboxing but Blaise helped me a lot to recover and be rejuvenated. read more

I found Blaise and have never looked back! He is professional, courteous and a great massage therapist! Set in his quaint apartment, he is a attentive to my physical ailments and plays great music! And...he it's a great price too! read more

Blaise is the best masseuse I've ever had. I just got back from a week of skiing and my back was a mess. Blake made everything feel better and he's also a great guy to chat with. Definitely give him a call! read more

I hadn't had a massage in a few years and was a little nervous about choosing a good massage therapist. I'm really happy that I found Blaise. Massage is great, he's friendly, and not too expensive. I highly recommend Blaise. read more

I've been meaning to write a review for Blaise for quite some time now! I had a great massage from Blaise and he gave me so many tips and pointers for things to do to help with my awful back knots. His was very attentive to my specific needs and worked on my knots at the perfect pressure. He always made sure to ask if the pressure was right and checked in with me to see where I needed more work. Blaise is very personable and passionate about what he does. I will definitely be back! read more

Blaise works hard to give a top quality professional massage every time. Ever since I started getting massages from Blaise I haven't been able to enjoy a massage by anyone else. He has such a confident, connected, right-on touch. He knows exactly what each muscle needs. His approach is very integrated, leaving my whole body feeling relaxed, rejuvenated, and feeling whole again. It's also always fun to see him and get a fresh dose of his humor and cheer. I love his new studio on Castro street too. Blaise is the best. read more

I have been to about eight different massage therapists. So far Blaise is the best I have found. He has the strength in his hands along with a great understanding of how to relieve muscular stresses and pains. I always leave feeling great. I'm giving him 5 stars because I can definitely recommend his services. read more

I am very tempted to jump on a plane and head back for another amazing Blaise Massage. I travel a lot and have never come across a masseur that has such skill and intuition. His studio is a warm and inviting place as is his personality. I would not hesitate to recommend Blaise to anyone who wants an exceptional massage. Mike, Melbourne Australia.... read more

I had my first massage with Blaise yesterday. From meeting me at the steps to his flat to walking me out to say goodbye, what a wonderful experience. The room was heated and Blaise kept checking on how I was doing - how was the pressure, was the room warm enough and asking how I felt. Blaise asked me the expected questions about if I had any injuries or anything he should know about my body. I tend to like a combination of massage techniques - deep tissue, swedish and sports with a fair amount of pressure. He did not disappoint. He is strong and used his entire body - moving every which way. The music was not what I expected, jazz, but a welcome change. Blaise said New Age music makes him angry. Fair enough. Blaise was a total charmer and what a wonderful Sunday afternoon it was. Needless to say, Blaise offers a discount on a mutliple massage package. Good thing beause I am going to make Blaise part of my regular Massage regimen. Bravo, Blaise! read more

Wonderful massage therapist!!! So personable and addresses the muscles that need it most.

I purchased a trubates deal for a half hour neck and shoulder massage. I wasn't sure what to expect but whoa! It was amazing. I actually thought during the massage I HAVE to write a yelp review. He made the 30 minutes feel like it was at least 45... It is THE best neck and shoulder massage ever. I love the heated electronic massage table. I love the herbal lotion he used, it smells light, refreshing and soothing. He was the perfect mix of charming and then quiet and let me completely relax. He also was very attentive in asking me about pressure (i asked him to start light and gradually increase) and the best part is he adjusted throughout the massage as if reading my mind. My neck and shoulders feel amazing. He even gave me a light head massage that completely sealed the deal that he is a master at massage! He was conscious of the drapes, provided water, towels, etc., He is a true professional. I cannot wait to get an hour massage from him next. and probably get a couple more as gifts if trubates comes out with another deal for him! read more

Blaise is the best masseuse i have ever had...I've tried other places, other people and no one comes close to Blaise. Take advantage of the yelp special, it is worth it! read more

I cannot say enough WONDERFUL things about Blaise! I HIGHLY recommend his massages. I recently developed a big knot in my arm and had an "emergency" need for a deep tissue massage. I Google searched and found Blaise's website. I typically go on friends' recommendations vs. a "cold" search, but I was impressed right off the bat with Blaise's quick response to my request for a massage. His warm and comforting manner enhanced the experience, and his massage was GREAT! I have paid much more for massages at high-end spas, but I can say that I have never had a better massage. GO SEE HIM! read more