Carlos
Los Angeles, CA
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Rates
Sessions start at $100 for 60 minutes in the studio, with 90-minute sessions at $135 — both rates below the Los Angeles average of $160. Repeat clients receive discounts.
| Duration | At studio | At your location |
|---|---|---|
| 60 min Popular | $100 | Ask |
| 90 min | $135 | Ask |
- Amounts listed are base rates only. Actual rates vary based on distance travelled, services provided, etc.
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About
Training at Escola Nacional de Circo in Rio de Janeiro from 1994 to 1997 taught me something most massage therapists never learn: how to read a body in motion, how to feel where tension hides, how to work with movement instead of against it. Twenty-seven years as a professional circus performer showed me that the human body is far more intelligent than we give it credit for. Every muscle, every fascia, every breath has a story. When I work on you, I'm listening to that story.
I've been practicing massage therapy for 12 years now, and I've built my approach on what the circus taught me combined with Swedish and deep tissue techniques, trigger point work, shiatsu, and conscious breathwork. Nothing about your session is rushed or generic. I spend time understanding what your body needs that day, then I customize the work accordingly. Sometimes that means adding breathing exercises to help you release what stress has locked away. Sometimes it means moving deeper into trigger points. You'll feel the difference between someone following a routine and someone who's actually present with you.
My studio near Griffith Park in Los Angeles is warm and clean, a place where you can actually relax. I use unscented Biotone lotion, lavender and eucalyptus oils, and I wash all sheets twice because I know how important it feels to lie down on something that's genuinely clean. I'm also mobile, serving Los Angeles and surrounding areas within a 10-mile radius, so I can come to you with the same full setup.
I'm LGBT-friendly, available from 6:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. every day, and I take appointments by text. When we're connected, healing happens. I'm looking forward to having you on my table.
Techniques
Testimonials
Carlos stands out among any massage therapist I've worked with for his intuitive touch and natural talent. He never gives a one-size-fits-all massage; every session is completely customized to address whatever's happening in my body at that specific time. His lifelong connection to understanding the body allows him to feel exactly what it needs and deliver a massage that's truly one of a kind. He's genuinely among the best.
I've been receiving massage from Carlos for two years and I remain deeply impressed by his work. His commitment to bodywork is remarkable, and he has a natural gift in his hands that you can feel in every session. He's consistently on time, unfailingly respectful, and his space is always impeccably maintained. Working with him is a true pleasure, and his genuine dedication to his craft and his warm presence always make the experience rewarding.
Hemasseur's Take
Clients consistently praise Carlos for delivering highly personalized sessions that respond to their body's specific needs rather than following a generic routine, noting his intuitive and natural understanding of tension patterns. His two-year clients emphasize his reliability, cleanliness, respect, and the natural gift evident in his hands, describing his work as among the best available.
What stands out across reviews is that people feel truly seen and understood during their sessions, with Carlos's circus background translating into a rare ability to read and work with the body's intelligence.
Education
Feb. 1994 - Dec. 1997
Professional Training
Escola Nacional de Circo, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, BR
Location
Los Feliz Blvd & Glenfeliz Blvd, Los Angeles
Mobile within 10 mi
Hours
6:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. every day
Details
In-Studio Amenities
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FAQ
How much does a massage cost in Los Angeles with Carlos?
A 60-minute session costs $100 in the studio, and a 90-minute session is $135. These rates include full customization based on your body's needs that day, and repeat clients qualify for discounts.
Does Carlos offer mobile massage in Los Angeles?
Yes, Carlos provides mobile massage service within a 10-mile radius of Los Angeles, bringing his massage table, music, and full technique set directly to your home or location.
What massage techniques does Carlos use?
Carlos combines Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, shiatsu, and conscious breathwork, customizing each session based on what your body needs at that moment.
Is Carlos available for same-day appointments in Los Angeles?
Carlos offers flexible scheduling and is available from 6:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. every day; text him with your availability and he'll respond as soon as he's free to confirm an appointment.
What makes Carlos's massage different from other therapists in Los Angeles?
His 27 years of professional circus training taught him to read the body's movement patterns and tension in ways most therapists never develop; he combines that insight with 12 years of massage experience and always customizes work to your individual needs rather than following a generic routine.
Does Carlos offer breathwork or physical therapy?
Yes, Carlos incorporates conscious breathwork into sessions when needed and also offers physical therapy and yoga instruction as additional services beyond massage.
What payment methods does Carlos accept?
Carlos accepts cash, Apple Pay, Venmo, and Zelle, making it easy to pay however works best for you.
From the Hemasseur Team
Carlos is a massage therapist in Los Angeles, California with 12 years of hands-on experience and a background unlike most in his field. Trained at Escola Nacional de Circo in Rio de Janeiro from 1994 to 1997, his 27 years as a professional circus performer inform how he reads tension in the body and customizes each session. He works in-studio near Griffith Park and also serves Los Angeles and surrounding areas within a 10-mile radius via mobile massage.
His approach blends Swedish massage, deep tissue work, trigger point therapy, shiatsu, and conscious breathwork, always adapted to what your body needs that particular day rather than following a generic routine. Clients consistently report feeling that his hands possess an intuitive understanding of their body's patterns. He's ideal for anyone seeking deeply personalized bodywork from someone who genuinely listens to what your body is telling him.
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