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PRO Clinical Deep Tissue Massage in Santa Barbara

At Riktr PRO Deep Tissue Massage, I provide focused, in-call clinical bodywork for elite & student athletes, weekend warriors, professionals, active adults, students, and people managing everyday muscle tension, recovery needs, and mobility goals. My downtown Santa Barbara studio is designed for clients who want a thoughtful, individualized session rather than a one-size-fits-all massage.

With nearly two decades of experience, I combine deep tissue massage, sports massage, therapeutic massage, neuromuscular massage, myofascial release, trigger-point-focused work, cupping, scraping / IASTM, Athletic Thai massage, and assisted stretching when they fit your goals and comfort level.

My work is firm when appropriate, but pressure is never the only goal. I pay attention to your activity level, movement patterns, recovery needs, and feedback throughout the session.

My clinical bodywork approach is designed to support mobility, circulation, tissue quality, recovery, and long-term physical function. The goal is not simply to press hard or chase pain. Instead, the goal
is to work with the body in a way that helps reduce protective tension and improve movement options.

At PRO Massage, I do not run a massage factory, spa, or franchise-style studio. I work personally with the clients I take on. I pay attention to what I feel in the tissue, how the body responds, and what may be useful during the session.

When appropriate, I also give practical self-care suggestions. This way, the work does not end the moment the session is over.

I’m not getting any younger, and I’m realistic about what I can physically do well. Earlier in my career,I could spend six to nine hours a day doing hands-on bodywork. These days, I’m semi-retired, and three—sometimes
four—hours of therapeutic work is about the right limit if I want to give each client the attention and physical effort the work deserves.
That naturally limits how many people I can see in a day, so I’m more selective about the clients and cases I take on. I look for situations where my experience and approach are a good fit and where I believe the work can be useful.
I’m also balancing two other projects, and I’d like to make room in my life to start painting again. For me, that means fewer sessions, more focused work, and giving each client the level of attention I want to provide.

PRO Deep Tissue Massage for Recovery, Tension, and Better Movement

Deep tissue massage can be a practical choice when your muscles feel persistently tight, overworked, or guarded from training, desk work, travel, or everyday activity. A focused session may help you feel more comfortable, move with less restriction, and recover more effectively between workouts or demanding weeks.

For the site’s primary deep-tissue service page, visit Deep Tissue Massage Santa Barbara.

PRO Massage Services at Riktr PRO Deep Tissue Massage

• Deep Tissue Massage: Focused work for dense muscle tension, recovery needs, and mobility goals.
• Sports Massage: Recovery-focused bodywork for runners, cyclists, surfers, lifters, pickleball players, and active adults.
• Neuromuscular Massage: Specific work for muscle guarding, trigger-point patterns, and movement-related tension.
• Myofascial Release: Sustained, responsive work intended to support comfort and tissue mobility.
• Trigger Point Therapy: Focused pressure and massage techniques for sensitive, tight muscular areas.
• Sports Cupping: A suction-based option that may be used as part of a broader recovery-focused session.
• Full Body Clinical Reset: A longer, integrated session for clients who want a broader whole-body approach.

Who I Work With

 

Elite endurance athlete Catherine Breed stopped in twice for recovery bodywork at PRO Massage on her epic swim from coast to coast. She finished- what an accomplishment!! 

California woman makes history by swimming the state’s 900-mile length. El Niño added its own challenges

At PRO Massage Santa Barbara, I work with elite athletes, college athletes, weekend warriors, professionals, and people who want focused, professional therapeutic bodywork. Many clients come in because they are dealing with pain, stress, tightness, injury recovery, post-surgery recovery, or movement limits.

I commonly work with:

• Elite athletes and active adults
• Runners, cyclists, surfers, hikers, and gym clients
• People with chronic neck, back, hip, leg, or shoulder tension
• Clients recovering from overuse or old injuries 
• People with stress-related muscle guarding
• Clients who need deeper, more specific work than a spa massage
• People who want a private, professional in-call studio setting

For a fuller overview of issues I may support, visit Conditions Treated.

Runner Recovery Stories

These short client videos show how runners use focused sports massage as part of their ongoing training, recovery, and mobility routines.

Downtown Santa Barbara Massage Studio

All sessions take place by appointment at my in-call studio:

Riktr PRO Deep Tissue Massage
827 State Street, Suite 20
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

I do not offer mobile, hotel, home, or out-call massage services.

Hours, Rates, and Student Weekday Pricing

Monday–Friday: 11 AM–8 PM
Saturday–Sunday: 11 AM–6 PM

• Weekday 60-minute session: $150
• Weekday 90-minute session: $225
• Weekend or holiday 60-minute session: $175
• Weekend or holiday 90-minute session: $262
• First-time client deposit: $25, applied to the session

Weekday student rate: $80 for 60 minutes or $120 for 90 minutes with a valid student ID. Student rates do not apply on weekends or holidays and are subject to change.

A $25 first-time-client deposit is required and applied to your session cost. Visit the Santa Barbara massage rates page for current session options and policies.

How to Book

Appointments are required. Text only: 805-637-7482.

When you text, please include your name, general availability, and what you would like help with, such as recovery, muscle tension, mobility, or athletic bodywork.

You can also visit the contact page, read client reviews, or use the booking page.

The Bottom Line

Riktr PRO Deep Tissue Massage offers focused deep tissue, sports, and clinical bodywork in downtown Santa Barbara. If you want a session built around recovery, mobility, muscular tension, and your individual goals, text 805-637-7482 to request an appointment.