I love getting a massage (who doesn't?). But since finding Mantis, I'm in love with getting a massage. And now Mantis is the only place I'll get massages, because life is too short for mediocre self-care, am I right? I love the whole vibe at Mantis, love the whimsical playful touches on their site and in their paperwork-- they take the job seriously, but they don't take themselves too seriously. I love that attitude! The place is super clean and comfortable; I feel like they've anticipated all our needs and have done everything they can to accommodate them. I'm sure all the massage therapists are terrific (clearly that's how they roll at Mantis: excellence!), but I've been going to see Sandra, and I don't have enough words of praise at my disposal to describe how amazing she is at what she does. She's incredibly skilled, intuitive, kind, compassionate, helpful. I came to her with carpal tunnel pain and discomfort in neck/shoulder from lots of typing (I know I'm not unique there!), and I felt better even before getting off the table on my first visit! And beyond specific crunchy spots that needed help, I feel a remarkable sense of relaxation and wellbeing after each session. (Thank you so much, Sandra!) Also, the booking process is really easy, and they offer pre-purchase bundles for a discount. I appreciate that too. If you already have a massage home you love, then you do you. But if you're looking for one, I cannot recommend Mantis highly enough! :-D read more

Kishanna works magic and her mastery of anatomy and physiology helps her pinpoint your trouble spots and work them out. Highly recommend unless you take my massage spot, then outta my way! read more

I had a wonderful experience at Mantis Massage with Sandra. She used the perfect amount of pressure and I left feeling significantly less tense in the areas that I asked her to focus on. Highly recommend! read more

Raven was incredible, patient at working through tough knots, the information on line, scheduling, facility and Raven's bio, all superb! Thanks read more

I cannot say enough good things about Mantis Massage & my therapist, Sandra ( airport boulevard location). I was gifted a massage for my birthday & had never even heard of this establishment. The communication is top notch & everything is via email. I filled out a form before my visit & let them know what my problem areas were along with other medical information. It's super professional & they only let you in five minutes before your appointment as the door remains locked for safety. It's so quiet & peaceful inside the waiting area, which sets the tone for your service. Sandra was very welcoming & automatically I felt at ease with her. She offered me the bathroom before our session as to not cut into our time, which was great. The actual massage room is very intimate & Sandra did a great job of setting a relaxing mood, especially with music! She again asked me a few questions before we started & I shared with her that a previous massage experience was not great. Again, the communication is great, Sandra made me feel comfortable enough to speak up throughout my session. This was the most amazing experience for me, I felt completely at ease the entire time. Sandra has a very gentle way about her technique. I will definitely be going back at some point & will be booking with Sandra. I wish I could give 10 STARS!!! read more

I received a great massage here. The service was excellent and the place was clean and relaxing. I docked a star only because I wished she had massaged my whole body and not only the specific parts of my body that said were problem areas. Maybe that needed to be clarified on my end but regardless I'd recommend this place to someone needing a good massage. read more

was having major pain with carpal tunnel and also working a desk job. Abbey was super knowledgeable and took great care of me! focused on the areas I asked for and showed me some extra things to alleviate the pain on my own. definitely will be back. read more

My wife booked me a massage with Amanda at Mantis for my birthday. It was a wonderful and relaxing experience. Will definitely be visiting Mantis again. Highly recommend! read more

Highly recommend. Booking process was easy. Amanda was easy to communicate with, she asked all the right questions and catered my massage to exactly what I needed, in the right places and pressure for me. The vibe was about caring and sustained health. Already booked another session! read more

I am in disbelief: The massage worked. Really worked. A familiar tension below my neck is missing, and that has brought a new range of motion. Kelsey was fantastic making this happen. The place itself and service are great. read more

Melissa is a magician with a fantastic sense of humor and a superb massage therapist. I am so grateful to have received a gift card and for the means to be able to continue with this form of physical self care. Working with her, it is comfortable to try new things like cupping and pushing through the (temporary) pain to get to the amazing relief on pressure points. I'm convinced my sessions with her have improved my running. read more

I cannot recommend Mantis Massage enough. Easy, same-day booking. I had been suffering from extreme shoulder pain to the point I couldn't sleep or study. I had been regularly crying from the pain. I made an appointment and was able to see someone same day. I could literally feel the knots becoming undone as Hannah worked on my shoulder. She even gave me further advice on how I can continue to care for myself. I am so grateful I went to Mantis. read more

Everything about my service was wonderful. I went to the Airport location and was quickly greeted by my therapist Hannah. They were kind and listened to my needs and their flow work was amazing. They provided a wonderful experience combining a mid to deep tissue pressure which is exactly what I needed to relieve tension. I haven't had much luck finding a new therapist in the area and I'm so excited that I found Mantis Massage and look forward to my next session. read more

I love the ability to book online and see the entire calendar. I don't get massages often - usually when there is pain - and this scheduling has been helpful in getting me there before my back pain returns. Very caring staff and easy to chat with. read more

Janita was awesome! I was fortunate enough to book my first massage at Mantis this past Friday. Her pressure was good and she gently eased me into deeper pressure. She listened and addressed my concerns. Fantastic massage. She was also extremely kind. So happy to have found this place. read more

I love Mantis! They are a reliable spot to get a great massage. I don't go regularly so I haven't been able to build a relationship with any of their staff members but it doesn't impact my experience. They always find my knots and do their best to work them out. Also you should sign up for their email list for last minute openings, great for those emergency stressed out days. read more

Great service. Easy to schedule, and it was a wonderful massage. Will definitely be back.

Must-go for anyone who consider massage around this area! I walked-in exhausted after months of martial arts practice and day-to-day computer jobs, walked out feeling like obtaining a new flesh. Amanda is extremely helpful on two core areas I asked for attention: neck&shoulder and knees. She maintained consistent power through the 60-min session, adjusted movements per request and kept the rhythm flowing like water (I almost fell asleep during the session). Immediate better feelings when I rose up from the therapy bed. Will definitely come again later. Extra pros for people who don't like talking (especially when you need to maintain proper breathe when the therapist is trying to remove mussel tension): online appointment system, quiet yet responsive session, perfect place to wash out stress and pressure. read more

Before the city of Austin went into "essential employee" mode for the good old 'Rona, I came here for a massage. It was easy to book online and this location is close to my new house. Two hip hip hoorays for me! I was able to schedule an appointment with Sydney easy peasy. Upon entering, I was greeted with some lavender-scented hand sanitizer and a form to fill out. Sydney listen to my concerns and got to work on me. Overall, the massage was really good. She was able to work out my calf strain from a recent kickboxing injury. This has been extremely helpful since my gym is shut down, thanks to old 'rona. I am now able to run on my calf without any issue. The only odd thing about the massage I must note was the choice of music. It was folksy instead of your traditional massage spa music. Oh well, to each their own. I can't wait for this pandemic shit to be done with so I can come back in for another massage. read more

Probably the best massage I've ever had (Bobbie was my therapist). Perfect balance of therapeutic and relaxing. The business is very professional. I completed the intake online and didn't have to fill anything out upon arrival. My appointment was at 7:30am, and I arrived 10 mins early, expecting nobody to be there. There were already 3 people at the front desk, calm and ready at 7:20am! It was chilly in the morning, and the massage table already had its heater on, and the room had great lighting and had chill, enjoyable music on. The whole vibe there is great: it doesn't feel clinical, but it's not incense and pan flutes either. Just super chill, super professional, and an excellent massage. read more

Bobbie was my masseuse and she was EXCELLENT. I could tell she was very in tune with how my body was responding and would adjust accordingly. I've only ever had 3 other massages and all of the masseuses cause me to twitch almost constantly so I expected I would have the same experience but even with firm pressure I hardly twitched at all! She never hurt me even though I said "intense pressure" lol, it was just right. Thank you Bobbie :) As far as the building - it is super cute and clean and the woman who greeted me was very friendly. Also I don't know if it was my masseuse's choice but the music was perfect - none of that yoga flute music nonsense (ok, it has its time and place), but just good indie music. (Is indie music a thing anymore? I'm getting old.) read more

I woke up unable to turn my neck side to side, with sharp shooting pain in my upper back/shoulders when I tried to do so. I went in for a 45-minute targeted treatment with Janita, and it was a GAME CHANGER! She is amazing--incredibly knowledgeable, knew exactly what to do, and focused on all the right spots with the perfect amount of pressure. After the massage, I had significantly increased range of motion and less pain. I highly recommend Janita, and will definitely be back! read more

I almost don't want to leave a review, because they're THAT GOOD. I have had dozens (hundreds?) of massage, chiro, bodywork, PT, etc. appointments for wellness and injury and I have NEVER had such an intuitive practitioner. I realized by the second appointment that I didn't really need to "tell her where it hurt" - her fingers just knew. The deep release of tight shoulders actually lasts, not just relaxation. Worth *every penny* (and I love that it's a flat rate, no doing tip math at the end of your session!) read more

My massage with Kishanna was excellent! She inquired about my massage expectations and knocked it out of the park. The pressure was perfect, the massage left me relaxed and less stressed. Highly recommend! read more

Great massage from a therapist who paid attention to what I needed. Great place to get rid of stress and tension.

MATTIE WAS AMAZING! I work in front of computers for long periods of time, and had neck, back, and hip pain as a result. Mattie worked her magic and two hours later, my pain was IMMENSELY reduced and my mobility was much improved. I will DEFINITELY be coming back to the Airport location for regular massages and recommending to friends! read more

You already feel at ease when you step into the Mantis Massage. I booked a 60-minute appointment with Sydney. Mantis Massage has two types of massage therapists, your typical LMT and your advanced LMT. I booked it with Sydney not solely due to availability, but because she's well-versed in trigger point therapy. Sydney focused on what I needed the most work done, my upper back and my hips. I easily get stressed and that compromises my posture. I also have weak hips. What I can't emphasize enough is Sydney really knows her stuff! You would have thought she was in physical therapy school as well! She manually tested my hip strength and checked my range of motions. She also offered stretching techniques for my quads and for my hips. I was feeling sore the next day, but guess what, NO BRUISES! That's what you get when you're paying for an advanced LMT! THANK YOU SYDNEY! read more

Had an amazing massage here with Sandra, I felt like a new person walking out of Mantis! Can not recommend enough.

I loved my 90-minute massage at Mantis. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. All of my stiff spots are feeling much better. Sandra did a great job. Booking was also quick and easy. Highly recommend! read more

Ally is a true healer, beyond competent and professional. I had such a great experience! I went in ready to be underwhelmed but hopeful that this would be a different experience and to my surprise it was. From the assessment of my issues to the intentionality of how she positioned her hands on my body was such a healing experience. I felt safe and trust in her came easy. I told her at the end that she left me feeling like butter on toast! I will be coming back for maintenance and more of the good vibes! 10/10 read more

Nice, small studio. Kind, helpful staff and always recommend Janice for deep tissue or ashiatsu.

Excellent massage by Ally- my neck and shoulders were stiff and very achy. She knows what she's doing in those 2 areas for sure and tha'ts typicall would I like to focus on. Very happty with the results and will return sooner than later. read more

I am very particular about my massages...to the point where I really hesitate to schedule an appointment because there is always a part of my massage where I go "oh man... this just wasn't worth the money...". I'm often leaving an establishment *slightly* disappointed. I had a massage therapist years back, but he eventually moved and since then, I've never committed to a place because many massages have been "meh". No longer. As long as I can afford to budget massages and live within a reasonable distance, Mantis Massage will be my go-to establishment. I had an insanely stressful work week and finally decided any massage was better than no massage. I booked the next available appointment at the Airport location and I was assigned Zanni. I was desperate for anyone, really, but I was shocked by how amazing she was. One of the best therapists I've ever had work on me... and I've gone through enough people to get a gauge. A lot of these massage therapists at Mantis Massage seem to have glowing reviews, so I'm sure you can't go wrong with anyone here, but I had Zanni and would 100% recommend her for anyone. For reference, I prefer an extremely firm/deep tissue massage. I grew up in an Asian household and the shiatsu massage and typical Asian foot massage with the high pressure points are my go-to. My tolerance for firm massages is very high and I desire a very firm/deep tissue massage experience. Zanni can do it. Go book an appointment now. Seriously. read more

Just had a great massage with Lisa! I love the once price that already includes tip. I'll be back for sure.

It's 2020 and I've been super stressed...and guess where I carry it? My shoulders. I've been having mobility/pain issues all year with my shoulders and didn't quite understand why, though I figured it had something to do with sitting in front of a computer screen for hours at a time. I briefly went to a PT who informed me that it was very likely due to my knotted up back and shoulder muscles, but she mostly just had me doing exercises. I even had x-rays done. I decided to try getting a deep tissue massage to see if it would help. I'm so glad that I came here and saw Bex. She pinpointed exactly the problem spot that was causing the mobility issues!! I can't begin to say what a relief it is to know how to fix a problem. She even gave me some tips on how to help relieve it at home. Additionally, Bex gives a proper deep tissue massage--she knows how to manipulate the body to access various points and to help release tension. I ended coming back several more times because I was so impressed, and simply just needed the stress relief. Thanks, Bex! This place also takes pandemic precautions. They have you stay in your car when you arrive for your appointment and your massage therapist will come out with a sign with you name on it when they are ready. I always had an early morning appointment and there was usually no one else there or just one other person. You wash your hands as soon as you enter. Masks are required. They are located at the corner of 51st and E. 38th 1/2 in a corner shopping strip behind a gas station. The parking lot has never been full that I've seen (likely due to the pandemic). I think it's a great place and I truly enjoy helping small businesses during this time. read more

Highly recommend. Easy booking. Amazing therapeutic massage with Janita. No useless spa frills and upsells. Simple, relaxing, and a focus on the real deal: fantastic massage. Very precise and comprehensive working through all the trigger points and areas that have been causing me pain and impacting my ability to walk. Mantis is the real deal. read more

After reading all the positive reviews, I decided to give Mantis a try (South Congress location). I was in desperate need of a massage. I get really tight neck and shoulders that cause migraines and have seen many massage therapists to try to work those out. Audrey was awesome. She focused on my areas of need with more attention and time than any other massage therapist I've ever worked with before, even doing trigger point massage on my SCM muscles. She also worked on my QL muscles that I didn't even know needed that much releasing. The 90 minutes flew by. I will definitely go back and would recommend Audrey to everyone in need of a deep muscle massage! read more

I have physical issues that keep me searching for high quality massages, at least until I found Sandra at Mantis. Every visit I left on cloud 9, and compulsively booked my next visit. Even in the middle of moving I couldn't help but set aside time to stop by and get treated. The environment is lovely; the people incredible. Cannot recommend Mantis enough! read more

Syd is an absolute magician with her hands. I vaguely described my pain, but she knew exactly what I was talking about. Even areas I didn't explicitly mention she eventually found her way to them on her own. As someone who has had hundreds of massages in the past 5 years, this massage ranks in my top 5 all time. read more

Updating to tell you about my favorite massage therapist, Becky. She can really dig in and get the pressure I need, keep the flow, and properly adjust the time spent on sore spots after our pre-massage consult. Sometimes I use a different therapist because of scheduling, and I've not been disappointed - at all. I also appreciate their attention to Covid protocols. I feel safe at Mantis, and I'm doing my part to make them safe too. read more