When I went to massage school years ago (not here) I remember the feeling of being super excited to…read moreget my hands on a body to practice my new techniques. My school did not have student practice like this one but I wish it did! I have been having trouble with my hips this week and I haven't found a therapist I've liked. I need therapeutic help! I was thinking about how in school we would just practice the therapeutic techniques on each other and I wished I could go back....so I thought why not! I googled student massages and found this one. I didn't know what to expect really but it was only $35 for 50 mins, so why not try. The building is easy to find. The office door is locked and they have to let you in. You have to pre pay and fill out an intake form. Your therapist will take you to their "cubicle" which are curtain walled rooms, a massage table, and a chair to put your items down. Admittedly but feels a little funny getting undressed in these curtain walls. I knew no one could see me but anyone could just pull it back I suppose. The massage was actually excellent! I got just what I wanted, a therapeutic target on my issues. Thank you Kabrina! Afterwards she brought me water and I was dizzy walking up to the desk. After the massage you are to fill out an evaluation form and provide feedback. This is amazing for student therapists! Please fill it out as much as you can! No tipping here for the service so please provide feedback. I will be back in two weeks

I have had half a dozen massages here and everyone have been super. I have heard other folks saying…read morethey have been coming years and years. They offer great senior discount. ($35 for 50 min massage!) The place is tidy, inviting and the students have been great. If you are budget conscious but also want quality... book a massage in their clinic.

I cannot recall how it was that I found Rico and Oak Park Massage clinic, but I cannot begin to…read moredescribe how much it has become a part of my life. I know I do not go nearly as often as I should, let alone like to, but LET. ME. TELL. YOU. When I do go, not only do I feel completely listened to and considered, but it is a relaxing environment and ambiance, good convo when we're able, and in the end, a great relief to whatever is ailing me. No joke, the experience can be intense and is definitely a good-hurt experience at times, but as long as your communication is clear, Rico always listens. He has helped me with my bad knee, my back, my messed up shoulder (that we're still working on from being a life-long side sleeper) and even my newest foot issues. He works to relieve what he can, and he gives tips for caring and building a stronger body after and educates as to why the problem persists. This truly is a place of healing and longevity. Don't come here thinking it's "spa day " with the girls. When you come here it's a holistic lifestyle - with swagger! You won't regret it.

Sadly, I'm with Stephen. I pre-paid for my daughter as a Christmas gift. He cancelled an hour…read morebefore the service when she was on her way. When she said she could not reschedule for the next day he called her "unreasonable." The worst part is that I promoted this business on my business page. Ugh. Live and learn. Asked for a refund and was blocked. It's been 17 months. Not sure if the service is ok but definitely DO NOT pre pay or buy gift cards. You'll get taken.

I enrolled with absolutely zero knowledge of massage therapy, and I couldn't have chosen a better…read moreplace to start my journey. From day one, Mr. Wes has been an incredible instructor-- extremely knowledgeable, patient, and truly passionate about the industry. I've learned so many skills If you're considering enrolling and want a supportive environment with exceptional instruction, I highly recommend this school. Mr. Wes is a standout teacher!!

Thank you so much for everything! Wes, you are amazing! Wes is a special teacher! An excellent…read morespecialist, a responsive teacher, and simply a wonderful person.

Since beginning my new career studies, I feel as qualified in the courses that I have taken. Next…read moresemester, I will be a state certified massage therapist, which will allow me to be very proficient in my new career. For this I need to thank the owner/instructor Michael Eakin for his dedication to teaching. I know other massage therapist who do not feel that the education they received from other schools is as good as the education that I am receiving here at Body Tune Up School of Massage.

Michael Eakin's techniques are awesome! I studied with him and have been a massage therapist for 5…read moreyears, first in CA, then the last 2 years in NYC. At first I thought it was because I was in a small town, but now that I compete with the big boys in the Big Apple, I can see that my results far surpass what the majority of other therapists can accomplish. I have become the local fixit guy for people with chronic pain and disabilities. Oftentimes I surprise myself with the degree of improvement clients experience. Most telling is my mother's condition. For 16 years she suffered increasingly bad sciatic pains associated with scoliosis, until she could barely walk a few steps without being wracked by sharp pains. MDs, PTs, MTs, and acupuncturists had all given up on her. After moving back to NY I worked on her using what Michael taught me. Within 2 months Mom was walking for over an hour at a time. She has plateaued, but her level of functioning is way beyond what she put up with for 16 years. Michael, thank you for being so generous in sharing your knowledge. You are the best!

Katie greeted me at the door with a smile and was very professional and pleasant the entire time…read more I was in town visiting my son stationed at Beale AFB and was looking for a massage. She was definitely what I was looking for and she did not disappoint! Very kind, courteous and my needs were her first priority. We discussed my concerns and they no longer existed after the hour and a half I spent with her. I asked for a deep tissue massage and that's exactly what I received. She made sure the pressure met my needs. She made sure the blanket was warm, she made sure all my needs were met. I was extremely pleased with my visit today and I will definitely go back. I'd highly recommend her as well.

I like the fact that they can accommodate group at the same time but if you offer that then you…read morebetter prepare yourself to give good service as well. The massage itself wasnt even close to a Swedish massage more like a hand smooth rub barely no pressure at all. We were kind of being rush and they weren't organize at all.

Great place! Amazing prices!…read more A little hard to find in the complex. Everyone was friendly and professional. The student therapist checked with me throughout the massage, confirming my comfort. Booking was easy via the app. Place was very clean!

I'm currently an NHI student as Junior going to become a Senior shortly. For those who are…read moreinterested in becoming a massage therapist, I would highly recommend NHI! It's a positive, supportive and beneficial program. All the mentors and staff are super helpful and care about each and every one of their students. NHI is like a second home to me. The Modesto Campus has gathered individuals that come from different walks of life, searching for a new career path and placed us under one roof. We all may be different but we're all similar on a certain level. The one thing we have all in common is that we are healers that want to help others. I just love how diverse our staff is and how they came from different areas of the massage therapy world. Getting into this field can open so many opportunities as students and future massage therapists. You're able to attend on line seminars and classes to help advance your education. NHI will help you get to your goals and reach for the stars. Emily C. is an amazing campus manager and has so much background with the massage therapy world. She's still is continuing her education to become a doctor. She's your go to person if you have any questions about the field. I love how she's so transparent about everything! :) Kristine B. is an awesome mentor. She's not only a Massage Therapist but as well as a Licensed Cosmetologist. I love how she has reiki and spa background. She has so much knowledge under her belt. Kristine definitely wants what's best for her students and always willing to work with you to succeed. She's our mama bear! :) Moe M. is an awesome evening mentor and has taught us some ooey gooey deep tissue massage techniques. I love her big personality as well as her bold hair. I love how Moe has so much knowledge and is hands on with teaching. I love how she tells it like it is! :) Julisa S. has such a bubbly and positive personality. She's a joy to be around and makes it an exciting journey to join NHI. She's extremely helpful with the admission process. You can ask her anything and she'll be there to help! :) Leanne C. is extremely helpful as well with the financial aid portion. Anything you need help with financially, she's your gal! :) Special Shoutout to all the mentors that visited and contributed to our education when we first started off as Juniors to Gonzalo L., Frankie M., Breanna C., Jessica M., and Gabriel B. Thank you to all that's contributed or is currently helping us with our journey. NHI is definitely a prestige school! :)

My mom, Tiffany, attended this last Winter/Spring course and she has nothing but great things to…read moresay about Michelle. She is very knowledgeable and hands on with her students. She supports her students and ensures everyone is getting a chance to practice their newfound skills. My mom very much enjoyed attending the course and would come home everyday to show/tell us what she's learned. Upon completion of the course, she was able to work at a health and wellness event & is now employed at a very well known spa in Lodi. I am so excited to share that due to Michelle's expertise and encouragement, my mom is able to add to her list of services for her personal business and her new journey. If you've gotten this far in my review, I highly suggest you sign up for this course!!

I woke up with vertigo and a stiff neck this morning and needed a massage asap. I called as soon as…read morethe practice opened. I was called back within that hour with a time a masseuse would be available. I had an amazing massage and will definitely be returning!

Come get a massage on a wednesday night. It's only 40$ and so far all the therapists have been…read morereally good! You do have to change behind a shower curtain but it's not too weird.

Ok .when I first heard of this school, I checked Yelp and this school only had one review so I was…read morea little apprehensive. Now that I have attended a bit , I know this school deserves many, good reviews. The subject matter and school could help the many so people, I feel compelled to write this. I'm a nurse and have been teaching and working with Holistic Health practices for years.. and wanted to learn more..... I bumped into the owner of HLI , Jan , at a Health Fair and was so surprised to know this school existed in Oakdale. I would say the locals are very blessed to have this school in their area.. I've only been there a few months and have learned so much. Jan and the teachers are so knowledgeable. The students are awesome. It's well worth the long drive each way to attend. Some of the programs and subjects include and not limited to Eastern and Western Massage, Holistic Health Advisor / Practitioner, Aromatherapy, Essential oils. Yoga, Tai Chi, Homeopathy, etc and my favorite with Jan and Carole Nutri-esssence. I'm currently attending the Holistic Health and also the special monthly teacher training class Jan offers. The owner Jan is a wonderful, caring ,giving person. She's a happy, upbeat person and a hoot ! Jan is very kind to work with peoples' schedules ect. Jan's goal seems to be to provide knowledge and help many others. She encourages people to teach and open their own facilities.. Thus, helping humanities as a whole. I respect and appreciate that very much, The students and classrooms are so nice and family like. The classes are not huge and very interactive. The diverse personalities and ages in the classroom are so neat. I told them I feel like I'm in the "Breakfast Club" ( Movie :) Its really family like.. Whether it be the students that attend for the knowledge base or teaching people to open schools and offer teaching f their own, I recommend this school very much. Jan also offers, once a student completes their certificate, they are welcome to sit in on any classes in the future.. Well I may not write another review in my life, I hope this helps many people :) Aloha Nui ~~

Extremely professional environment. The techniques you learn as a massage therapist is incredible…read more The instructors give such amazing feedback & respect to each student.

The Raptor Center is doing the Lord's work (this, from an agnostic ). They save and rehabilitate…read moresick or injured raptors, and release them when possible (with a success rate of about 60%). They also educate the community about the importance of raptors in our ecosystem and the harm caused by attempting to keep them as pets. In this mission, they are assisted by the "Ambassador Birds" -- birds that are unreleasable, due to disabling injuries or being imprinted on humans. The volunteers milling about, or, with Ambassadors on the glove, are friendly, patient and very knowledgeable. Tito further this mission, they (birds and humans) travel to schools and hold two open houses per year (Spring and Fall). The Open Houses are all-ages, with local businesses providing free snacks, beer and wine. super Owl Brewing (yes, that is SOB) is a consistent beer donor.

I had no idea there what's the raptor center this close to Sacramento! I was on Facebook when an…read moreadvertisement for a free open house at the California Raptor Center at UC Davis popped up in my feed. We went today. Apparently, these open houses happen in May and October every year and Center is open throughout the year to the public. You can see rehabilitated birds that can no longer be released to the wild that are often used for educational purposes. During this open house, we had live experiences with birds and volunteer handlers. We also enjoyed wonderful, free snacks and beverages. The Raptor Center relies solely on donations and is a wonderful way to spend an hour learning more about native wildlife in northern california.