Bodywork by Michael

I have been experiencing back pain for over a week and decided to seek relief through a massage with Michael. Upon entering his treatment room, I was immediately enveloped in an atmosphere of tranquility. The soft, soothing music and calming ambiance set the perfect tone for relaxation. Michael’s room is beautifully decorated, enhancing the overall serene experience. The massage he provided was exceptional, and he was attentive to my comfort, ensuring that the pressure was just right throughout the session. I was amazed at how relaxed I felt afterward, almost as if I had been transformed into a marshmallow. This positive experience has made me a loyal client, and I will undoubtedly be returning to Michael for future treatments.

I was traveling for work in SF and needed a good massage real bad after my 8hr flight. I'm so so happy to have discovered Michael's practice. Michael is a top notch massage therapist. He is super friendly and the experience felt very unique and personalized. Waking up the next morning I'm feeling fantastic - no tightness in my shoulders,neck or upper back (historically very tense areas for me). I will be coming back every time I'm in the bay 🙂 more than worth it. Thank you Michael!!

Michael gave me an excellent 90 minute massage; a last minute appointment after a flight from Israel. He helped calm down my nervous system and release tension in shoulders and hips. He has a very comfortable space and excellent technique which he customized to my needs. I highly recommend his services.

I would recommend Michael to everyone! He is located in the heart of SF and truly has a gift for what he does. What sets him apart from other massage therapists is that he listens and checks in during the appointment to see how you’re doing. I felt safe, relaxed, and rejuvenated after my appointment with him. Can’t wait to go back!

Michael was amazing. His space was an oasis and a wonderful experience in the gorgeous James Flood building. He took the time to chat with me, understand and addressed what I needed. He offers tons of personalization to your session and pays attention to the details (music, heat, extra fun add ons) to make your session customized just for you!

I'm so glad I found Michael!  I'm super picky when it comes to masseuses; they're often not experienced & skilled enough to give an up to par experience or not attentive enough during the massage. With Michael, I didn't even have to think about those things. It was the smoothest & best massage experience I've had in awhile. From the get go, Michael made sure to explain the abundance of safety measures he is taking...i.e. leaving 1hour or more between clients to clean, aerate & thoroughly sanitize the room & massage bed for the next massage (all cushions even under the clean sheets are sprayed with sanitizer). I can tell that his client's safety is a top priority to him and he makes sure to ask if you have any questions and is more than happy to answer them before the session starts.  Masks are worn at all times. I felt very safe and comfortable getting a massage with Michael. I also loved the space. It was bright, airy, clean & made for a very calm relaxing environment. 🙂 He even asked for my music preference. During the actual massage I could tell Michael knew exactly what he was doing. Sometimes masseuses have a hard time finding and applying pressure to the exact right spots on your body but I felt Michael was able to pinpoint these spots effortlessly (even though it's my first time seeing him) & move about on my body in a very knowledgeable way. He has 13 years of experience (1100 hours of training) and it definitely shows! The massage bed is heated to the temperature you like (he asks you) and he only uncovers the part of your body that he is working on. He focuses on different parts at a time. I got a full body massage which I prefer and loved but he will ask you in the beginning if you prefer that he focuses on a certain area of your body...so you can definitely specify as needed. He also asks what your preferences on pressure are at the beginning. I felt very relaxed the whole time. I also felt comfortable speaking up if needed but I really had no need to at all as he was doing an amazing job. I felt Michael was very thorough in all of his movements and applying of pressure throughout my body. He is also very thoughtful and will ask if you want him to spend longer on an area before moving onto the next. I felt great right after the massage. With everything going on this year, this was such a treat for myself and much needed. I highly recommend seeing Michael for your next massage if you haven't already. You won't be disappointed. He is well worth visiting and I can't wait to book another session in the future with him! 🙂 ps. Michael is also a lgbtq-owned small business & legally blind. He is kind, thoughtful & easy to talk to. This makes me extra happy to recommend him to all my friends in the Bay Area.

I cannot say enough great things about Michael and his massage therapy practice. He has created such a peaceful and calming studio that just allows me to exhale and relax. Walking into the historic Flood Building I thought it would be more of an old-school studio to compliment the marble, iron and rich dark woods of the historic building architecture but once he opened the door of his suite, I entered a unique oasis of peace. It is very cool! He is an expert at tailoring his services to my aches and tight muscles and really listens to me and makes adjustments that compliment my goals. He is strong, focused, and nurturing all at the same time. This guy is truly gifted in massage therapy. In my almost 20 years of getting massage I have been treated by approximately 15 different therapists and I can say without hesitation that Michael is easily the best I have experienced. I wish I would have discovered him from the start. I cannot recommend him enough and if you see him regularly, he rewards you! Give him a try, you won't be disappointed but know that he is really popular in San Francisco so he books up quickly!

Michael is incredible. In addition to being a very talented massage therapist, he is also very attentive to the client’s needs and preferences - he asks about everything from pressure / focus areas to music preferences or if you’d prefer cotton or flannel sheets. Strongly recommend.