Karl
San Francisco, CA
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Rates
A 60-minute session is $170, and 90 minutes is $230—both below the San Francisco average of $154 for a full-hour appointment.
| Duration | At studio | At your location |
|---|---|---|
| 60 min Popular | $170 | Ask |
| 90 min | $230 | Ask |
- Longer sessions available.
- Amounts listed are base rates only. Actual rates vary based on distance travelled, services provided, etc.
Accepted Payments
About
Four years working in a famous East Asian massage studio taught me what real relief feels like. That experience shaped everything I do now. I've spent fourteen years refining a technique that combines acupressure, shiatsu, and Thai massage into one flowing practice. When you lie down on my table in my private San Francisco studio, you're feeling the result of that time—the pressure, the rhythm, the understanding of where tension lives in the body.
My studio is warm and ready for you. I use heated oil, soft music, and a quiet space designed to help your mind settle while your muscles finally let go. This isn't rushed spa work. It's massage that raises your awareness of your own body, that relieves the muscle tension you've been carrying, that encourages a genuine sense of well-being. I work with your body, not against it.
Karl serves San Francisco and surrounding areas, working both in-studio and as a mobile massage therapist. Whether you come to me or I come to you, the goal is the same: help you balance your mind, body, and spirit through practices that actually work. I'm available from 8 a.m. to midnight, and I accept cash and Venmo.
Techniques
Location
118 & church st, San Francisco
Hours
8 a.m. - midnight today
Details
In-Studio Amenities
FAQ
How much does massage cost in San Francisco?
Karl charges $170 for 60 minutes and $230 for 90 minutes in his private studio. These rates are lower than the San Francisco average and include use of a heated room, warm oil, and a full-body session combining acupressure, shiatsu, and Thai technique.
Is there a mobile massage therapist in San Francisco?
Yes. Karl offers both in-studio and mobile massage services throughout San Francisco and surrounding areas. He brings his full technique and setup to your location, available from 8 a.m. to midnight.
What massage techniques does Karl use in San Francisco?
Karl combines three distinct techniques: acupressure, shiatsu, and Thai massage. He developed this blended approach through four years of intensive training in a well-known East Asian massage studio and fourteen years of hands-on practice.
Can I book a same-day appointment in San Francisco?
Karl is available from 8 a.m. to midnight today and accepts same-day bookings subject to his schedule. Contact him directly via cash or Venmo payment to confirm availability.
What should I expect during a massage in San Francisco?
You'll receive a full-body massage on a heated table with warm oil, soft music, and a private restroom and shower available. The session combines varying forms of pressure and relaxation designed to relieve muscle tension and encourage overall well-being.
Is Karl's San Francisco studio private?
Yes. Karl works in a private studio with a heated room, massage table, and amenities including bottled and drinking water, tea, and a private restroom with shower access.
From the Hemasseur Team
Karl is a massage therapist in San Francisco, California with 14 years of professional experience. He developed his signature technique through four years of intensive training in a renowned East Asian massage studio, blending acupressure, shiatsu, and Thai massage into a cohesive practice. Available both in-studio and as a mobile therapist serving San Francisco and surrounding areas, Karl works from 8 a.m. to midnight daily.
His private studio features a heated room, warm oil, and amenities designed for complete comfort and recovery. Clients seeking relief from muscle tension, improved body awareness, and a genuine sense of calm and balance benefit most from Karl's hands-on, methodical approach.
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