Saw a random post on Threads by a woman recommending lymphatic drainage massages to other women, so…read moreI became curious to what they were. Found a Groupon for this place and decided to try it out. The lymphatic system is one that I admit I do not know much of, and so the massage was a nice way to educate myself about the benefits. I went into it expecting some discomfort but the entirety of it from start to finish was very relaxing, and not painful at all. With all kinds of different massages out there, in my experience if one isn't for me, my body will tell me right away by either getting anxiety or not being able to take a deep breath on the table. I was relaxed the entire 90 minutes and was trying to stay awake. Sarah was amazing! She was respectful towards my body's sensitivities and educated me along the way with what she was doing. She started me face up on the table, working on my head first, then my legs, stomach, and arms. Then face down: legs, back, and arms. The warm sunflower oil she used on my skin was gentle and not overwhelmingly strong in terms of its scent. It was very therapeutic and felt similarly to a hot stone massage. When I asked Sarah what other services they provided, she asked me if I wanted to try a Brazilian wrap on my stomach for weight loss. I was curious and allowed her to try it. While I was on the table face up, she massaged my stomach with the sunflower oil, particularly around my belly button, and it felt very healing. I had never experienced this type of massage before. Then she put a hot gel on my stomach before turning on a small machine. The process felt similar to a sonogram. Then she took the machine and rubbed it over the jelly back and forth for about 3-4 minutes, followed by a Brazilian skin-tightening serum. Then she wrapped the front of my stomach with a black saran wrap and told me that it may feel itchy, and to leave it on for about 40 min. Then she asked me to be face down on the table and we proceeded with the lymphatic drainage massage. My whole overall experience was amazing! I really went into it thinking I would get nauseous as soon as she touched my head, but it ended up being my favorite part of the massage. I get a lot of sinus infections and the way she massaged my face was just perfect, hitting all the pressure points that trigger it. I highly recommend this place if you've never had one or heard of one. You walk out of the building feeling like a brand new woman!

Grateful to have found this spot! Highly recommend. Scheduling is a breeze and their packaging…read moremakes multipack purchasing easier on the wallet. Very friendly staff!

I had a massage with Carlos it was by far one of the best things I've ever done…read more It was like Rolfing and reiki and getting physical therapy at ounce I loved how his great understanding of the body I was also fascinated by his knowledge Thank you Nicolle for recommending him

Nicole is an incredibly intuitive and conscientious masseuse-…read moreI had body work done by her just after I lost a baby and she was very focused and healing. She has a lot of experience- I highly recommend her!

Jennifer has worked with me for over a year now. The Energy work she has done for me has been…read moreextremely helpful in getting me to a place of peace. I am the happiest I have been in my entire life! The work she does is very insightful and she also gives you the tools to continue your healing work once you leave. I highly recommend her and all her services. She does this work because she has a beautiful spirit and wants to help people, not to mention she's a great masseuse!

I do not have very much experience with massages, but Jennifer made me feel welcome and calm from…read morethe moment I met her. Her space is pleasant and her energy is kind and gracious. She located points in my back and neck that needed some extra TLC and I felt rejuvenated after our session. Jenn is super skilled and had countless moves that soothed and healed my whole body. My favorite "moves" are what I call the "Across the Shoulders" and "The Pressure All the way Up the Leg." Really, I could have just written, "Things that make you go 'Ooh!'" That would have summed it up but I had to give you more. Thank you, Jenn! (Go see her, ya'll!)

Jaya Lisa has healing hands. Professional, Prepared to provide a skillful Shiatsu experience. I…read morehave purchased at least 6 massages from Jaya Lisa and each one was a healing journey. I felt well cared for, warm and relaxed. I highly recommend her shiatsu services.

Wow! Lisa gave me one of the BEST massages EVER. She is truly talented in her craft. My arm and…read moreshoulder have been hurting due to repetitive stress and with only one session with Lisa, I can already feel a positive impact. She's extremely nurturing, present, competent, and trusts herself -- all characteristics that I value in a body worker. I can't wait until my next session with her...I just want to tell EVERYONE how great she is!

I booked on ClassPass and was able to get an appointment the same night. They emailed me right away…read moreto confirm if I was ok with a male massage therapist and what to expect. The facilities are clean and staff and are polite. My masseuse was named Bryan. He was excellent and listened to my concerns and needs. I would definitely recommended this place to others.

I had such a great experience here! I booked a 30-minute neck and shoulder massage, and honestly,…read moreit exceeded my expectations. My therapist Nina was incredibly thorough! Not only did she focus on my neck and shoulders, but also spending time working through my arms and back, which I didn't even realize needed it until she did. She ended the session with hot stones, which felt amazing, and even placed a warm, essential oil-infused towel over my eyes. Such a relaxing touch that made the whole experience feel elevated and thoughtful! My only complaint is that I wish I had booked a longer session because it went by way too quickly! I'll definitely be coming back and opting for more time next visit.

Jen is an amazing massage therapist. I refer to her as the Queen of the Deep Tissue! Besides being…read morethe Queen, she is also intuitive and deeply skilled. She has the strongest hands I've ever experienced, and I've had quite a bit of massage over the years. I wish every massage therapist had an iota of her skill and body knowledge. I also like that she is not chatty during the massage. Don't get me wrong, Jen is friendly but when you're on her table, it's time to work. She's working on your body and you are working on your breathing. It is the best combination and I guarantee you will leave her table more relaxed in your body, mind and spirit. Jen is one phenomenal massage therapist! Get your butt on her table!

I am so happy I discovered Jennifer Weed, CMT…read more I have worked in the spa industry for almost 10 years and have not met anyone who comes close to her. Professional, warm and friendly, she listened to my needs and delivered a phenomenal massage. The perfect balance of "get the knots out" meets "deep coma relaxation". Perfect. I am in heaven. Do yourself a favor and book an hour massage today. I'm already looking at my calendar to see when I can come back.

Hands-down! Easily, Jen is the best physical therapist I've ever experienced. She sees people as…read moreindividual works of art that each require their own unique approaches. She immediately sets out to problem-solve your body. When I first went to her, back in Dec. of '09, I could barely put weight on my left foot due to a severe calf strain. This was a big crisis because I had planned to run my first ever marathon in less than a week. Jen needed only a few sessions to get me up and running, and sure enough I was able to complete the CIM un in Sacramento. Seriously, one week before then, I could not put weight on my foot, let alone so much as jog. In my mind, her achievement was nothing short of a divine miracle.

Jen Rubenstein is amazing. She is an ART artist, and always fixes my body such that when I leave,…read moreI swear I'm walking two inches taller (or at least not lopsided or whatever odd ailment du jour from being active while balancing a desk job). She is super nice and friendly, and she's always learning new things and sharing them with you. She takes a holistic approach. She knows the body - muscles, nerves, energy flows, etc. etc. so well. She's an athlete herself (uhm, a crazy intense one!) and she is all about getting you into peak form. I have referred several people to her (someone with an awkward hip mishap, back issues, etc.) and every single one of them came out fixed. I thought I was going to see her once a week for a month or two, but she was so awesome, I ended up going every week for like six months because she's just that good. Prices are totally reasonable, and your body will thank you for it in the long run. In short: GO SEE JEN!

Krisi was my masseuse and is excellent!…read more From the warm welcome to put me at ease, to a curious thoughtful intake to understand my needs, and all the way through the massage itself, everything was outstanding. Krisi has an intuitive touch, that found knots I didn't know I had, and which applied just the right pressure - this was especially important to me as I needed help with an injury. Krisi's communication let me know what she was doing and why, and offered some great anatomy lessons along the way, blending consent forward cues and engaging conversation. I've only had one massage with Krisi so far, but it won't be the last! Highly recommend!

Came upon Massage Grotto while walking my pup a few months ago. At that time, I was still suffering…read morefrom some sudden pain and was trying a few different massage and acupuncture treatment places. While they were all great, I wanted to go somewhere close by that I can walk to. Since this place is nearby, I decided to try it. Wow, really enjoyed my massages by Gabee. She really helped me with managing my pain. She's also very lovely and easy to talk to. There are upstairs and downstairs rooms at this very residential location and Gabee's appointments are usually upstairs, so make sure you choose a therapist that works downstairs if you can't climb stairs. Massage Grotto also has another location in Duboce Triangle, but I haven't tried that location. The treatment rooms are private, clean but no frills. For pricing information, you can check their website as it's different for each service. https://massagegrottosf.com Located in the Inner Richmond district, on California St. between 5th & 6th Avenues.