TD;LR You will come out a highly skilled massage therapist after finishing this program…read more If you are reading this, then you are probably wondering If you should take a leap and enroll with SFSM family (it will feel like a family in no time). Even tho talking to charming Gary probably already may have convinced you. 100000000% yes, even if you do not end up being a therapist, the awareness of your body and of other people will change the course of your life towards happier and healthier living, you learn the tools how to be healthy and fit. Enrolling with SFSM was one of the best decisions of my life. I am truly a better person after finishing the school, I am so much healthier, my posture is better, and I gave the power of healing touch to my friends and family, the world around me is a better place. I found the instructors to be highly skilled and professional therapists themselves, the lessons were always highly interactive and I received SOOOO much useful and necessary knowledge, it's for sure a bang for the buck you pay because you will come out a therapist who is ready to go and heal people. Not a single instructor left me unsatisfied, I experienced each person to be on top of their game, each teacher had something very unique to share, so my set skills is a blend of their knowledge. The school also has been my healing sanctuary throughout the difficult times, I would come to the class and feel instantly better, more grounded and at peace. If you care about the energy realm, I also can reassure you that they teach that. I got more attuned with the energetic world and energies of around me through this program. And do not even get me started on the admins. They are pure angels, always making sure you stay on top of your responsibilities, they are basically babysitting you and holding your hand while you go through the program. SFSM I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH! THE BEST SCHOOL ON EARTH!

This is an outstanding massage school -- I still use many of the techniques I was taught decades…read moreago when I took ~55 hours of training. Only still wish they offered a weekend for couples training! ‍

had a great session with the BPI student! she's surprisingly skilled and attentive. The foot…read moremassage was incredibly soothing -- perfect after a long day. The chest massage was also well done, helping release a lot of tension I didn't realize I had. She was professional, polite, and made sure I was comfortable throughout. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a relaxing and focused massage!

Got a full body and foot massage by Rose. Rose communicated clearly and was very professional. The…read morepressure was just right since I had some back and shoulder pain. Will definitely come back to her again.

Meagan was really hospitable when we came to our massage class that we initially purchased through…read moreGroupOn. The positives were that the instructions were very clear, environment was lighthearted and fun, and a lot of the materials were already provided for us. We genuinely enjoyed our experience taking the beginner class and would definitely recommend this for couples as we've already used some of the techniques we've learned. Our 2 hours flew by and we left both refreshed and enlightened as massage beginners. The chosen location for this particular pop up in Palo Alto also had plenty of parking. I can't really speak to the SF pop up location and its parking situation. A couple downsides were that the space was a little chilly. I would have liked if there was some heating especially since a cooler environment typically means colder hands for massaging. Also, this is probably a tall people problem, but the mat was too short for me as a 6-footer. Overall, this class is quite generous, even offering a 10 minute late window. I do see some negative reviews posted recently, but I believe those customers were late beyond the 10 minute window. Meagan even offered this late couple to attend the later afternoon class but they chose not to take it. Meagan is quite communicative via email and she genuinely tries her best to ensure everyone has a good experience.

It's a scam. They took over an account that went out of business during COVID. We booked it on…read moreGroupon and never received the service. We also got threatening emails from them saying they would contact our workplace if we didn't take down the review. Yelp and Groupon should do something about this issue.

I noticed a tweak in my neck and my muscles are sore from working out consistently, so I decided to…read morego to Sandra and WOW -- I left feeling so much better. She's a talented masseuse (I like pressure!) and super friendly/inviting. I'll be recommending to all my friends, and definitely be going back, myself.

I have seen so many massage therapists over the years with my tendinitis and tight muscles from…read morehairdressing. Sandra has by far been the best experience, she is incredibly thorough and asks all the right questions. She's never given me the same massage twice, it's always custom to what is going on and how my body is feeling. You can feel her energy is so present with you and it's so nice to finally find someone who hits all the right spots and is easy to communicate with!!

I recently visited the Aveda Institute for a hair service. While I know this is a school, the…read morestudent needs to show much more care and attention to detail. Areas for improvement: * Shampooing: The student was a bit awkward and careless with the water, leaving the back of my shirt soaked. * Blow-Drying: The process took too long and lacked the style I wanted. * Safety: I was accidentally struck in the eye during the blow-dry. I now have a minor red eye. Students need to be much more conscious of their surroundings and the comfort of the client.

Ezryn did my color and did incredibly well while remaining so professional. They asked questions…read moreand followed up to ensure that my needs were met and my hair had the same care as when I do it. Great experience.

I recommend Gary as a very effective, knowledgeable, intuitive & kind practitioner. I was initially…read moresent to him for foot problems (on the recommendation of my podiatrist). But he has dealt adeptly with many other body parts. In addition to releasing pain, he can realign the body & give advice on maintaining balance. Along the way, I've also experienced substantial releases of "trapped energy."

Everything is first-rate. I can move so much better with less pain…read more Going back for more visits! GARY is so knowledgeable!

The absolute best sports massage place available. Some of these practitioners here are world class…read more Find your favorite! I have seen several of them. They also have varying price options and packages. It's not cheap but you get what you pay for. It's simply the most amazing bodywork I've ever had. Got me through five half Ironmans, a full Ironman, and many years of high level competitive tennis. Plus some unfortunate accidents and injuries. Also the kindest staff! Kudos!

My massage with Robyn was incredibly disappointing--lazy technique, zero attention to detail, and…read moreto make it worse, Robyn was loudly slurping from a straw throughout the session. It happened repeatedly (at least 10 times), completely ruining any chance of relaxation. I stopped coming for a while after that, and when I finally returned, I was told I had two massages that had "expired." That alone felt questionable...but what happened next was worse. The staff told me the owner would contact me before moving forward. That never happened. Instead, they went ahead and charged me $180 without any communication or approval. This place feels disorganized at best and dishonest at worst. Poor service, poor communication, and questionable business practices. Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else.

It's a massage place, with affordable and excellent massages!…read more 1. You can tip via CC after the massage. 2. Website is easy to use for booking appointments. 3. Might not be able to use the website if you buy the 5 pack. 4. Really close to 16th/mission Bart station. 5. Everyone there is really friendly.

I ordered a wrist massager. I never received an email notification, but apparently they signed me…read moreup for a recurring charge which I don't know what that recurring charge would be for. like others, I did not receive my product for several weeks when I did receive it, it does not function at all, and they refused to provide a refund. They won't even provide an address to return the item.very unprofessional

I had a one hour neck and shoulder massage for those who work on computers done by the amazing…read moreYannis. I went to him several months ago at a different location and was impressed then. So I was pleasantly surprised to see him at the new location cause I wasn't expecting to get him again.. I was having some major pain in my upper back shoulder area and it had gotten so bad that the pain was cascading down my arm. Yannis really untied the knots in my shoulder, and the kinks out of my back. within five or six hours after the massage, i was feeling almost 80% better than I was when I first came in. Highly recommended, and I will definitely be back in the next time. I'm in the bay area and need a touchup.

From the moment you walk through the door, Buddha Bliss Massage offers such a serene, cozy, and…read morerelaxing vibe. The staff is so hospitable and welcoming! My experience with Cho was hands-down one of the best massages I've ever had. She has incredible strength, but what really sets her apart is how mindful and thoughtful she is. She regularly checked in on pressure and worked magic on my neck and lower back, working out kinks I didn't even realize were holding so much stress. She even guided me to remember to deep breathe during the session, which helped me release so much built-up tightness. Cho is a miracle worker in a truly beautiful space. 10/10 recommendation!