Mindful Body

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2876 California St (at at Broderick St)
San Francisco, CA 94115

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(415) 931-2639
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Best

I tend to carry A LOT of tension in my back and shoulders due to my work, and a massage is a wonderful treat for my overstressed muscles. Pros: Great massage therapist

Worst

I love massage and yoga, and have been enjoying both for decades. Based on reviews here, I tried a massage at The Mindful Body. It was beyond terrible, at any price. I arrived ...

Editorial review from Citysearch 5/21/2013

The highest quality and interesting variety of teachers; lovely spaces; really nice fellow students. The whole experience is invigorating yet calming. The classes are challenging, but you are seldom encouraged to go beyond your limits, and classes are well balanced between asana practice and thoughtful approaches to general well-being. It just makes my day to go there. And I carry that glow away with me. more

User review from LilaGuide.com 6/23/2008

I went here with a girlfriend of mine, we had a very nice relaxing time. I would definitely recommend this place if you need to unwind. more

Best massage EVER!! 3/23/2008

I tend to carry A LOT of tension in my back and shoulders due to my work, and a massage is a wonderful treat for my overstressed muscles. Pros: Great massage therapist more

Best massage EVER!! 3/22/2008

I tend to carry A LOT of tension in my back and shoulders due to my work, and a massage is a wonderful treat for my overstressed muscles. Carolyn Hart is a miracle worker! She is that "therapist in a million" that can feel exactly where you need the most attention during a massage. It's almost as if she has muscle ESP! She found and focused on all of the most tender and stressed areas of my shoulders, neck, and back without my guidance and was very attentive to creating a quiet and relaxing environment during the massage. I now recommend her to all my friends for massage therapy! Pros: Great massage therapist more


User review from LilaGuide.com 1/15/2008

Nice place to relax and let loose more

Worst Massage of My Life, Bad Front Desk 11/10/2007

I love massage and yoga, and have been enjoying both for decades. Based on reviews here, I tried a massage at The Mindful Body. It was beyond terrible, at any price. I arrived for the first time, and the front desk receptionist could not have been less helpful. I stood there alone, no other clients, and she just ignored me. I politely spoke with her, and she was just not interested. I asked where I was supposed to go, and was given a vague wave. I made my way, and it is not a straight shot. The path winds, and I had no idea where to go. A fellow client took pity on me and guided me to the area I was supposed to wait in. Classes were letting out, and I was swarmed by people, which added to my confusion. I arrived in the waiting area, and the male massage therapist came and got me and took me basically into a garage for my massage. That was okay, but he gave a half hearted massage, talking nonstop about his personal life, and then laughing at his own cleverness, not noticing that I was in the room. Every time he laughed, which was often, HE SPRAYED MY BODY WITH WHAT I CAN ONLY HOPE WAS SALIVA. Might have been snot, but I can't even think about that, as it is too gross. I kept trying to guide him back to me, to the massage, but he didn't seem to notice or care. Just light rub, rub, rub, chat, chat, spray, spray. When a client lays on the table, he is vulnerable. I was too mortified to get up and leave, plus who wants to cause a scene? I figured I could speak with someone at the front on my way out. As I left, at closing, the same disinterested woman was at the front, hanging out and chatting with my massage therapist, who was there waiting for his money. I waited for one of them to ask how my massage was, so that I could tell them. Neither of them asked, so I just paid and left. I will never return here for a massage, ever. I told a friend about it, and she said she had the worst massage of her life here, too. Save your money and go elsewhere. Pros: Nothing that outweighs the cons Cons: Worst massage ever more

Worst Massage of My Life, Bad Front Desk 11/10/2007

I love massage and yoga, and have been enjoying both for decades. Based on reviews here, I tried a massage at The Mindful Body. It was beyond terrible, at any price. I arrived for the first time, and the front desk receptionist could not have been less helpful. I stood there alone, no other clients, and she just ignored me. I politely spoke with her, and she was just not interested. I asked where I was supposed to go, and was given a vague wave. I made my way, and it is not a straight shot. The path winds, and I had no idea where to go. A fellow client took pity on me and guided me to the area I was supposed to wait in. Classes were letting out, and I was swarmed by people, which added to my confusion. I arrived in the waiting area, and the male massage therapist came and got me and took me basically into a garage for my massage. That was okay, but he gave a half hearted massage, talking nonstop about his personal life, and then laughing at his own cleverness, not noticing that I was in the room. Every time he laughed, which was often, HE SPRAYED MY BODY WITH WHAT I CAN ONLY HOPE WAS SALIVA. Might have been snot, but I can't even think about that, as it is too gross. I kept trying to guide him back to me, to the massage, but he didn't seem to notice or care. Just light rub, rub, rub, chat, chat, spray, spray. When a client lays on the table, he is vulnerable. I was too mortified to get up and leave, plus who wants to cause a scene? I figured I could speak with someone at the front on my way out. As I left, at closing, the same disinterested woman was at the front, hanging out and chatting with my massage therapist, who was there waiting for his money. I waited for one of them to ask how my massage was, so that I could tell them. Neither of them asked, so I just paid and left. I will never return here for a massage, ever. I told a friend about it, and she said she had the worst massage of her life here, too. Save your money and go elsewhere. Pros: Nothing that outweighs the cons Cons: Worst massage ever more

Best Massage EVER! 8/16/2007

I love this place, and my massage therapist, Vincent, is incredible!! He's very professional, and was able to find all of my problem areas and treat them. He's gifted with NMT. Cannot recommend this place (and Vincent) highly enough! Pros: Great massage, very reasonable price Cons: No cons with the massage more

Best Massage EVER! 8/15/2007

I love this place, and my massage therapist, Vincent, is incredible!! He's very professional, and was able to find all of my problem areas and treat them. He's gifted with NMT. Cannot recommend this place (and Vincent) highly enough! Pros: Great massage, very reasonable price Cons: No cons with the massage more

User review from LilaGuide.com 5/11/2007

The Mindful Body is a great yoga studio with fabulous instructors that cater to all levels of fitness and flexibility. They also have great massages, although the pre-natal massages were not that good. Very enjoyable experience both pre and post baby more

Love The Mindful Body - Never a bad experience after many years of dedicated patronage! 4/16/2007

The Mindful Body is a calming, welcoming, wonderful place for both yoga and massage. I have to say I am surprised by the reviews that speak of any sort of negative experiences because that has not been my or any of my friend?s experiences after going here weekly for many years! Pros: Warmth. Community. Quality. Clean. Affordability!!!! Cons: None! more

Love The Mindful Body - Never a bad experience after many years of dedicated patronage! 4/15/2007

The Mindful Body is a calming, welcoming, wonderful place for both yoga and massage. I have to say I am surprised by the reviews that speak of any sort of negative experiences because that has not been my or any of my friend?s experiences after going here weekly for many years! The Mindful Body is like a family - a community filled with people who care and support one another. The teachers teach not only the physical benefits of yoga, but the spiritual ones as well. A perfect balance of exercise and soul! And every massage I have had has been a perfect, relaxing experience. The front desk staff has always made me feel incredibly cared for and I love the peaceful vibe of the whole center. It is always immaculately clean and the bathrooms are large and have showers (a rarity at many places!) The yoga rooms have skylights and are enclosed with billowy drapes creating a serene "hushed" environment of whispers and quietude (a welcome change from the busy outside world.) I have always found that if you have any questions or comments for the managers they get back to you quickly and listen with open ears. The people who have put any bad reviews up probably never thought to ask to speak to one of them, because if they did, they would be impressed by such attentiveness! Plus, in the Citysearch review notes they say to ?be fair? and not compare a top restaurant to a taco stand ? some of the reviews seem to have done just that ? compared The Mindful Body to a Ritz Carlton type experience. The Mindful Body never claims to be a high end spa. It even says on their Citysearch page that they aim to provide good quality services for affordable prices. I am compelled to write this because I want to stick up for the little guy that tries so hard, has so much heart and has been such a staple in my and many other?s lives for many, many years! Thank you, Mindful Body, for all you do! Pros: Warmth. Community. Quality. Clean. Affordability!!!! Cons: None! more

Worst experience with customer service 12/18/2006

I had booked two (one surprise for my husband, one for me) massages and told the scheduler that I was bringing my husband in for a surprise massage. Imagine my surprise when their staff is calling him prior to the appt. trying to verify that he booked an appt. ( they even had to use phonebook to find our number as I left my cell number for such things)! The staff was not at all apologetic or concerned when I reminded them of the surprise. It only got worse, as my turn came for massage, I ended up sitting around in a robe for 20 minutes (40 total) waiting for someone to remember I was there. I walked the hallways looking around for someone within this time period. Finally, I dressed, got refunded and left. more

Worst experience with customer service 12/17/2006

I had booked two (one surprise for my husband, one for me) massages and told the scheduler that I was bringing my husband in for a surprise massage. Imagine my surprise when their staff is calling him prior to the appt. trying to verify that he booked an appt. ( they even had to use phonebook to find our number as I left my cell number for such things)! The staff was not at all apologetic or concerned when I reminded them of the surprise. It only got worse, as my turn came for massage, I ended up sitting around in a robe for 20 minutes (40 total) waiting for someone to remember I was there. I walked the hallways looking around for someone within this time period. Finally, I dressed, got refunded and left. more

Best Massage of my life 10/2/2006

Last week, I went to Mindful Body for an hour and a half massage. The price is ridiculously cheap--only 85 for an hour and a half (not including tip). My massage therapist, Carolynn K, gave me--hands down!--the best massage I have ever had. It was a combination of deep tissue and swedish. For days afterwards, I was walking around thinking WOW. In fact, my coworkers started making fun of me, because I kept going on and on about it. It's the first massage that I have had in ages that left me feeling relaxed and more flexible several days after the fact. more

Best Massage of my life 10/1/2006

Last week, I went to Mindful Body for an hour and a half massage. The price is ridiculously cheap--only 85 for an hour and a half (not including tip). My massage therapist, Carolynn K, gave me--hands down!--the best massage I have ever had. It was a combination of deep tissue and swedish. For days afterwards, I was walking around thinking WOW. In fact, my coworkers started making fun of me, because I kept going on and on about it. It's the first massage that I have had in ages that left me feeling relaxed and more flexible several days after the fact. Carolynn also specializes in Cranial Sacral Therapy. I know nothing about it, but I am going to check it out for a session. After all, the prices at Mindful Body can't be beat. I can afford to experiment there! more

wonderfull 8/7/2006

I had a backache I went there I had deep tissue massage .Jennifer did it she got a magic in her hands.I feel very good and my pain was gone she gave me one and a half hour massage only for 83 dollars.this place is just superb and they care for their costumers as well.It is the best place for massage therepy they have very good massage therepists who knows what do you want. more

Healing bodywork 7/25/2006

After reading the helpful info on the website, I knew which type of bodywork to try for me. The front desk was very helpful in helping me choose the right therapist (there is also a bio book in the lounge). I'm glad for the reasonable prices. I prefer great work than fancy surroundings. This place rules! Pros: the NMT is awesome for chronic/sports related issues Cons: lounge is small more

Healing bodywork 7/25/2006

After reading the helpful info on the website, I knew which type of bodywork to try for me. The front desk was very helpful in helping me choose the right therapist (there is also a bio book in the lounge). I'm glad for the reasonable prices. I prefer great work than fancy surroundings. This place rules! Pros: the NMT is awesome for chronic/sports related issues Cons: lounge is small more
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Owner Message
  • The Mindful Body is a health and fitness training center. It specializes in a range of therapeutic massage and acupuncture treatment services. The center offers a variety of yoga classes, such as astanga, equal partner, hatha, and prenatal and postnatal. It also provides a range of products, such as narial cups, scented sprays, thermal wraps, books, cards, and yoga blocks, mats, bags and straps. The center offers a number of massage therapy treatment, including orthopedic, craniosacral, sports, deep tissue, pregnancy and reflexology. In addition, it organizes workshops and classes on Reiki, ayurveda and community yoga. The Mindful Body is located in San Francisco.. Massage

Editorial
  • In Short
    Reception at this busy, cheerful yoga and massage studio is often packed, but once through to the two hardwood, sky-lit yoga studios all is silent and soothing. More than 20...

  • 11/5/2007 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: check schedule online
  • Payments: Visa, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: North, Pacific Heights
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