Oxygen Massage Therapy SoMa

tl;dr: Only get a massage here if you don’t care about the environment in which you get a massage and just want a decent massage at a high price point due to its location.
This place is in an office building. But it’s not just in an office building — it’s in a dingy office building. I literally heard a rat scurry through the ventilation system overhead while getting a massage. There aren’t really many redeeming qualities to speak of. The massage room itself wasn’t bad, though you do hear road noise (horns, cars driving by, etc.)
The (expensive) massage with Rosetta Gong was actually pretty good. I definitely few more relaxed afterward. There were moments of deep relaxation, which was unexpected during a deep tissue massage. However, there are some things that could have been better. Deep tissue massages do not have to hurt. You need to warm the body up ahead of time. As a rule of thumb, think of about half of the time as warm up time. I mentioned to her ahead of time that she should warn me up but that didn’t happen at all. So, it hurt. Also, ask your client questions periodically to check in. I could’ve said something, sure, but do check in. And finally, and perhaps most of all, if you’re going to be a massage therapist, you better like to touch feet. She really didn’t spend much time on my feet, and the time she did spend was through a sheet. Bleah. Also, don’t pinch someone’s muscles. Like ever. It doesn’t work and just hurts.
I should say, it did study a bunch of massage, though I’m not certified. I do have more than a passing knowledge of what I’m talking about.
All in all, I won’t be going back. But I do feel more relaxed and that is what I was primarily looking for.
UPDATE: I got a really nice call from Pete offering me a full refund or credit at another location of my choosing. He ensured me that the therapist would still be paid fully, which I’m happy about. I definitely appreciate the follow up and overall customer service.

My experience with Oxygen Massage has been top notch. I have been searching for a massage therapist who could help with sports related injuries. I wish I could remember the name of the gentleman who helped me when I called for an appt because he was spot on in his recommendation. Last night Geoffrey Ward found every injured and painful spot on his own and answered every single one of my annoying questions with ease and intelligence. I am stoked now that I have someone to work with moving forward.

I had a great experience. Jessica did a great job on my back, and she was very warm and professional.

My husband and I were visiting for a romantic weekend from San Jose. The side of my left thigh and my gluteal muscles were really painful. My therapist Nicole really helped alleviate the pain and explained where the pain stemmed from. She also helped me with some breathing and relaxation during the massage so I could get the most out of my session. I really liked my massage with her. She was very knowledgeable but also warm and welcoming. I felt very cared for by her and now, two days later, the pain I felt is completely gone. Thanks, Nicole!

I get massages very often. In town visiting. So glad to find this place. I had Rivina. She was exceptional. I appreciated that she knows how to hone in on my sore and tight muscles. I look forward to seeing her on my next visit again.

Really good massage, great facilities, and the therapists are well-​trained. However booking is not that easy, so try to schedule way ahead. And use the Internet site as they don’t often answer the telephone.

This place was recommended by a friend and man, do I owe them dinner! The office was quiet and soothing and everyone I met was friendly and helpful.
My appointment was with Geoff and he was amazing! He really took the time understand what was going on and where my pain was presenting. He also was really wonderful about explaining what he was doing and how it was going to help. Without «mansplaining»!! I wasn’t looking for a fluffy relaxation message I needed some major knots relieved and he got that and adjusted his technique.
I would recommend Geoff to anyone and am looking forward to my next message.
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I wanted a massage at the last minute one day because my neck was bothering me, and this was close to my office. I have regular experience with great massage therapists, so my expectations for this unknown quantity were not high, just wanted some relief. But I was very impressed with Donald. He somehow made 1 hour feel like 4 hours and the massage was very thorough and a great relief. Felt a million times better after. I do agree with a prior comment about the building/​room atmosphere lacking, but once you get on the table you’ll be fine and probably forgive and forget.

I am normally *very* picky when it comes to getting body work. I have a neck and lower-​back injury that I’m rehabbing and have been extremely disappointed with massage therapists in the past.
That being said, Donald was absolutely amazing. He gave me the best massage I’ve ever had and forever set the bar pretty high. He’s very thoughtful and a great listener. He was able to pinpoint the source of many of my problem-​areas. I left feeling significantly physically better. I have nothing but positive things to say about the experience.

Oh my God. If God had an angel that was a masseuse her name would be Rosseta Gong. Her hands are amazing. I went in feeling tense from work and life demands and I left skipping down the street. Her hands should be registered as a national treasure, but then she would be too busy touring the US to give massages, :-) great massage from gifted hands.

I was in San Fran for a few days on vacation with a girlfriend and decided to get a massage to release some of the tension that hauling suitcases and trekking up and down San Fran hills can cause before I started the next leg of my journey.
After scouring the interwebs for an affordable (I don’t think there is such a thing in San Fran :/​) studio that had last minute availability, I settled on Oxygen and an appointment with Rosetta.
The business was easy to find, located within an office tower, but upon entering the business, I was a left a little disappointed. It is a converted office space and looks as such; a little stark and drab. Plus, as soon as you walk in the door you are hit with the smell of someone’s very spicy lunch. Not quite the smell I was expecting when I walked through the door. Candles? Definitely. Lotions and oils? Sure. Stir fry or curry? Not so much.
Having said that, the initial impression was my only complaint. Rosetta was great! She took the time to listen to my body concerns and did a great job releasing the tension in my back. I felt AMAZING when I left Oxygen. And then I decided to walk 5 miles up and down more hills and go immediately to Vegas. So much for their recommendation of plenty of water and rest.
Oops. :)

Hands down the best massage I’ve ever gotten. Kevin did a deep tissue /​Swedish /​Esalen Institute flow mix that left me feeling like I was floating for the rest of the day. I generally like deep, almost-​painful work, and while his style definitely applied pressure, at no point did anything pinch the wrong way (it happens) and I would 100% recommend his bodywork for a wide audience. Bravo, Kevin. Good job.

My first time coming here, and Geoffrey took the time to understand the soreness & knots in my back and shoulder area before starting. He worked on minor muscles in the arms, and the major muscles in the shoulders and back to reduce the tension and soreness. Also explained how the muscles interlink with each other to understand every aspect causing the tension & knots.
I’ve only had a few massages, this one I feel like I left with more insight to understand these muscle groups.

Had a massage with Lesley Berry today and was so disappointed. I’d run 15miles the day before and was really in need of some r&r. Overall she was too rough and I had to ask multiple times for her to ease the pressure. Next time please try a gentler touch and take the client’s feedback onboard when they tell you they’re in pain.

I saw Pete Hopkins again. This time I knew to book a 90 minute, not a 30 minute. I had some pain and tension in my neck and my shoulders were tight and miserable from old injury, working out and running around with a heavy backpack.
It was amazing. I know I got some serious bodywork done.
He is a very professional, and highly skilled therapist. Coming to this place is worth every cent.

It was awesome. I had a pulled muscle in my hamstring (sports injury) and was having tons of pain and discomfort even walking.
So I booked an appointment with Thecla Daniel at Oxygen’s New Montgomery Street location (convenient!!) for a 90 minute session.
I asked for deep work, and she did just that. I think she called it myofacial release. It was sometimes a touch painful, but she kept checking in with me, so it was cool. I could feel the tense muscle cords and knots release in real time. Wow!
When I was done, the relief I felt was tremendous! I’ve been feeling better ever since. With just one 90 minute session, I couldn’t have asked for more!
If you have a sports-​related muscle challenge, I give Thecla my highest recommendation.

Chelsea was great! I would love to see her every week as a routine, but real life and work don’t permit. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a calm yet strong therapist. She definitely knows what she’s doing and made me feel like a noodle at the end of my session. The missing star reflects their check-​in process. Very off putting gentleman at the front who seemed as though he was too busy to assist new clients. Not a good first impression.

Came here with some neck issues and made a last second appt since I work really close by. Saw Kathleen McCombie, and I have to say it was awesome. 60 min massage in a quiet, clean room. She asked a quick couple of questions and from there on didn’t have much conversation with me which I appreciated. (Not relaxing to get a massage from a chatterbox)
Got a strong, deep tissue massage focused around my neck and shoulders and I left feeling A LOT looser and better than when I came. Hard to get an appt at times, but I left feeling really positive about this place.

Honestly, I don’t really write reviews!!! (only when I am REALLY SATISFIED)
I am the type of person who never relaxes; even when I am sleeping.
Therefore, I get muscles aches, knots, and headaches often. For these reasons, I have tried many different massages places, all over the world, and I would have to say this place is one of my top two places to go for a massage. (Other one is in Korea)
Lesley listened very closely to what i needed, where I wanted most care, and she delivered!!! I like very firm, pressured massages and she delivered with great strength. I was not only relaxed with knots gone afterwards but also I was headache– free for a while after the session!
I would not need to go on a search for a new massage therapists! I found my ONE!!!

Really relaxing massage that released a lot of tension in my back and lower back. Sara also gave me tips on what and how to stretch out sore muscles, which was really, really helpful.
The one major downside is that the building is locked outside (you get buzzed in). So if they’re in a session (or not there, which was my case — Sara was unfortunately running late), you may be stuck outside for a while.