Sankofa Massage & Bodywork

Sankofa is a beautiful, clean space and Tye is extremely professional and friendly. She is knowledgeable and warm, and I will definitely be going back there! more

Sankofa is a beautiful, clean space and Tye is extremely professional and friendly. She is knowledgeable and warm, and I will definitely be going back there! more

This was my first massage and a great experience. I wasn't sure what to expect, but Tye let me know up front exactly what to expect. Her storefront studio is well decorated - a great place to relax. She communicated throughout (minimally) just to make sure I was ok. I would recommend Sankofa to anyone without reservation - though you do NEED a reservation before showing up. Pros: professional, great ambience, Cons: none I can think of more

This was my first massage and a great experience. I wasn't sure what to expect, but Tye let me know up front exactly what to expect. Her storefront studio is well decorated - a great place to relax. She communicated throughout (minimally) just to make sure I was ok. Pros: professional, great ambience, Cons: none I can think of more

I was very comfortable talking with and getting a massage from Tye. In talking with her before the massage began, I was able to describe to her what I was looking for--and she got it exactly right. During the massage I was able to relax and completely zone out and found it easy to tell her if it was too much or too little. I will be back! Pros: A comfortable place to have the perfect massage for you! more

I was very comfortable talking with and getting a massage from Tye. In talking with her before the massage began, I was able to describe to her what I was looking for--and she got it exactly right. During the massage I was able to relax and completely zone out and found it easy to tell her if it was too much or too little. I will be back! Pros: A comfortable place to have the perfect massage for you! more

Sankofa Massage is one of only a few places that I have truly fell enjoyed receiving a massage from. Tye (Owner/Massage Therapist/All Around Sweet Person) is respect and sensitive to not just my stated needs for the appointment but often reads my body well to work out areas of stress and knotting that I did not know existed. Every time I go, I learn new things about my body and how the muscles, gravity, and skeleton interact. She's gentle in terms of aligning the body and placing in a position into which it can be worked on, but provides exhilirating deep-tissue massage that reenergizes my entire body. Her decorum and her personality provide a reflective and warm environment which allows clients to feel comfortable and relax so the work itself is proven even more effective. Pros: Thorough, High-Quality, and Just Downright Amazing Cons: None that I can think of more

Sankofa Massage is one of only a few places that I have truly fell enjoyed receiving a massage from. Tye (Owner/Massage Therapist/All Around Sweet Person) is respect and sensitive to not just my stated needs for the appointment but often reads my body well to work out areas of stress and knotting that I did not know existed. Every time I go, I learn new things about my body and how the muscles, gravity, and skeleton interact. She's gentle in terms of aligning the body and placing in a position into which it can be worked on, but provides exhilirating deep-tissue massage that reenergizes my entire body. Her decorum and her personality provide a reflective and warm environment which allows clients to feel comfortable and relax so the work itself is proven even more effective. Pros: Thorough, High-Quality, and Just Downright Amazing Cons: None that I can think of more

If you are looking for the perfect massage look no further than 44 Ocean St. in Lynn at Sankofa. Owner and masseuse, Tye, was completely in tune with my body's needs. Although she had never done work on me before it was if she knew exactly where my trouble spots were and applied the perfect amount of pressure during the entire session. The space is super clean and elegant (not to mention relaxing) and Tye makes every effort to keep you comfortable... she even asked if I enjoyed relaxing aroma or I preferred no scents. You got to check it out!! Pros: 5 star massage, beautiful space, great price! Cons: Can't think of a single con except you might get addicted! more

If you are looking for the perfect massage look no further than 44 Ocean St. in Lynn at Sankofa. Owner and masseuse, Tye, was completely in tune with my body's needs. Although she had never done work on me before it was if she knew exactly where my trouble spots were and applied the perfect amount of pressure during the entire session. The space is super clean and elegant (not to mention relaxing) and Tye makes every effort to keep you comfortable... she even asked if I enjoyed relaxing aroma or I preferred no scents. You got to check it out!! Pros: 5 star massage, beautiful space, great price! Cons: Can't think of a single con except you might get addicted! more

From the moment you walk into Sankofa Tye makes you feel totally comfortable. Her massage was great-Ive been to many therapists and the comfort level far exceeds most. more

From the moment you walk into Sankofa Tye makes you feel totally comfortable. Her massage was great-Ive been to many therapists and the comfort level far exceeds most. more

I love massages, but hate going to someone new. I found Tye by searching for someone near my home. What a great result! Tye is attentive, hears what you are saying, and has a beautifully calming demeanor. She not only asked what I was looking for, but really heard what I said, and tailored the massage to my needs. She is both personable and professional. I will be going to my second appointment this weekend, and plan on going to Tye regularly. Pros: easy parking, relaxation near the ocean Cons: none more

I love massages, but hate going to someone new. I found Tye by searching for someone near my home. What a great result! Tye is attentive, hears what you are saying, and has a beautifully calming demeanor. She not only asked what I was looking for, but really heard what I said, and tailored the massage to my needs. She is both personable and professional. I will be going to my second appointment this weekend, and plan on going to Tye regularly. Pros: easy parking, relaxation near the ocean Cons: none more

What prompted my initial call to Tye was winning a free half-hour massage. My husband had told me for years that I should try massage therapy for my back and upper shoulders, but, of course, I always procrastinated because it always seemed a little outside of my comfort level to be lying on a couch while someone was kneading by muscles. However, I happened to tell him about winning, and he never stopped ?bugging? me about going so I finally gave in, and I have to say it was the best thing I ever did for myself. Tye is so gracious and such a beautiful person ? inside and out. She put me at ease from the first moment we met, and her wonderful abilities to relieve my body of the pain that has many times made me nauseous is just short of miraculous. I am a much happier person having met Tye, and I would recommend her therapeutic ministrations to anyone who is experiencing pain or stress in their lives. Pros: So soothing Cons: None more

What prompted my initial call to Tye was winning a free half-hour massage. My husband had told me for years that I should try massage therapy for my back and upper shoulders, but, of course, I always procrastinated because it always seemed a little outside of my comfort level to be lying on a couch while someone was kneading by muscles. However, I happened to tell him about winning, and he never stopped “bugging” me about going so I finally gave in, and I have to say it was the best thing I ever did for myself. Tye is so gracious and such a beautiful person – inside and out. She put me at ease from the first moment we met, and her wonderful abilities to relieve my body of the pain that has many times made me nauseous is just short of miraculous. I am a much happier person having met Tye, and I would recommend her therapeutic ministrations to anyone who is experiencing pain or stress in their lives. Pros: So soothing Cons: None more

I would recommend getting a massage here to anyone! It's an amazing, relaxing experience. I feel great afterwards. I've been to many massage therapists and this is one place I keep coming back for more. Pros: plenty of parking, professional, relaxing Cons: some distractions in the office with noise sometimes more

I would recommend getting a massage here to anyone! It's an amazing, relaxing experience. I feel great afterwards. I've been to many massage therapists and this is one place I keep coming back for more. Pros: plenty of parking, professional, relaxing Cons: some distractions in the office with noise sometimes more

I starting going to Sankofa due to pain in my neck and between my shoulder blades due to a highly stressful work environment. Now that I'm in a different environment, I love to make an appointment at Sankofa as part of a virtual spa day I create for myself. I fast beforehand and after leaving I drink water, eat fresh fruits and put aside time to pray and meditate. Pros: Plenty of parking, nice atmosphere Cons: I have to drive, but it's soooo worth it more

I starting going to Sankofa due to pain in my neck and between my shoulder blades due to a highly stressful work environment. Now that I'm in a different environment, I love to make an appointment at Sankofa as part of a virtual spa day I create for myself. I fast beforehand and after leaving I drink water, eat fresh fruits and put aside time to pray and meditate. I cannot say enough wonderful things about Sankofa: 1. Superb professionalism and attention paid to the customer's entire well being 2. Obvious superiority of technical training in various massage techniques 3. Relaxing atmosphere that instantly starts to relieve stress before massage even starts 4. A variety of services available to relieve soreness from workouts, tension from stress or overzealous stretching, etc. 5. The therapist's/owners' personal devotion to health, fitness and spiritual growth (truly, calmness and clarity of Purpose makes a difference; it's the difference between Sankofa and other places I've been...) Really, I could go on. When times are tough, we cut back on doing things for ourself when this is precisely the time for maintaining (or initiating) self care. If you can, I definitely recommend Sankofa for yourself. I really like the back and shoulder or the deep tissue. Pros: Plenty of parking, nice atmosphere Cons: I have to drive, but it's soooo worth it more