Body Mechanics

I've tried around five massage places in Boston over 5-years and always struggle to find a place that is reasonably priced, has good access, and comes with decent quality. My research is over with Body Mechanics, a cute little local business in Allston. Upon entering, you can immediately feel the cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Alyssa was my therapist and I am super happy with her calming personality and her deep tissue massage.

I had some questions and the actual time we started was a bit later than the reservation time, but she didn't cut short and gave a full 60-minutes massage. She took the time to consult me with areas of my concern and really focus on those areas. I also like their prices and their pricing structure. There's no membership but some discount program for frequent customers and friend referrals, and the price is much cheaper than members' price at massage places like Massage Envy.

If you're planning to drive, parking might be a bit tricky so be prepared. You can only get a reservation on the phone but they only pick up in between their sessions, so be sure to leave a voice mail to get a callback.

I have gone on and off for a few years now and always had an excellent deep tissue massage. The staff take time to listen to you and what areas you want them to focus on. The place is very clean. Street parking in the neighborhood usually isn't too bad. Great place!

Moved to Boston in 2011 and was lucky to find Body Mechanics right off the bat. Kim is an amazing massage therapist and overall wonderful human being. She's super down to earth and has a calming presence, especially for a type A such as myself. Thank you, Kim, for almost 10 years of great massages and interesting conversations. I've moved out of the area but miss your magic touch

WOW. I am so impressed. I just tried Body Mechanics out for the first time and I got everything I want in a massage: deep tissue + Enya. I appreciated the cozy atmosphere, overall very relaxing. Thank you, Craig!

What a great place! I have been going to physical therapy for my hip and back and I can say that physical therapy does help, but sometimes you need a massage to help loosen up the muscles where exercises don't always reach. Thank you Molly for helping me with my hip flexor muscles and upper back, I truly feel better after the first visit at Body Mechanics.

She was very professional, good listener, nice, smart and targeted the areas that I truly needed. I appreciate it and the time taken to listen. I will definitely visit again.

It was my second time here and I booked a therapeutic 1 hr massage for myself and my mom. The first time at Body Mechanics I had a massage by Kim which was amazing. This time I booked a massage by Seth by phone but upon arrival, I was told that I would be massaged by Alyssa which was extremely disappointing. It was December and being massaged with cold hands was far from relaxing.

The pressure and technique were far from impressive. She also was using some kind of oil/gel with menthol and never asked me if I was comfortable with that/had any allergy to menthol. Finally, I was not offered to take a shower in which was available in the room. Also, my mom who was a first-time client was not offered a client's card which gives a discount (although I was given it when I came for the first time). Very very disappointing experience, not recommended.

I don't think the place were as good as the comments. It was a terrible experience that I think I waste my money and time. The massagist Alyssa she knew where I was in pain and sour but she didn't make effort to relief my sour which was the purpose I came to massage. Most of time, she gave the service like she did use her elbow to lightly go through your back but the level of stress was so moderated and mild that you can't say she didn't do anything but she actually helped nothing with the purpose I was here.

In the end of the massage we had brief talk that I tried to remind her again that did she understand where my pain was. She only said: "your body is tight", which means she knew where I need to get her help but she just unwillingly want to do. Never go to this place again and I doubt the comments with stats.

The place was clean, warm and inviting. Craig was professional and addressed all my problem areas. I will definitely go back. I especially recommend this place to runners, since there are few therapists that actually know the chronic injuries runners deal with.

Even though I loved the massage by Alyssa, the time was 10-15 minutes to short. I got there at 5, went to the bathroom, and by the time the massage started it was around 5:15. I noticed the clock said 6:29 when my massage ended, therefore I am very unhappy. Again the massage was excellent, but I feel ripped off on time. I'm very unhappy. There was my birthday massage.

I tried this place out because I had bought a Yelp voucher. Stellar massage, very firm pressure just as I asked, the right amount of oil and the room was very comfortable. Minus one star * for An extremely loud environment--people stomping around the rest of the building and being really loud. Not at all the massage therapist fault. But it does make it hard to fully enjoy the experience. Apparently there is a discount if you go monthly so I will give it another try and hope I find a quieter time

One of the best deep tissue massages I've had. All the therapists are great, but I'm partial to Craig. I come once a month and keep coming back.

I love this place- Kim is my favorite therapist, but I haven't seen many others here to review their work. The place itself is not frilly like many massage places, but it's clean and nice. Kim really listens, is very knowledgeable and extremely responsive. I thoroughly enjoy going here regularly- it's such a relaxing, healing time.

First massage in a while after a painful experience in Chinatown and a less than professional one at a massage envy over the last 2 years. I'm so happy Body Mechanics was the place I went. I called to book a Sunday appointment for something similar to trigger point therapy. I was paired with Seth who is experienced in a similar therapy (I forgot the name!) But it didnt matter because I prefer to trust the professional.

The space is a nice oasis from the damp allston street (at least on the day I went) and you're asked to take your shoes off. It keeps it cozy and neat. Seth was waiting for me at the front so we can get the formalities out of the way. I must say this is one of the nicer facilities I've been to. Clean but not sterile, comfortable without clutter.

As for the actual massage, GOD BLESS. Seth found every point of tension on my body I didnt know was there. He realigned the crap out of my hips and did a fantastic job with keeping it consistent across my entire body though some parts needed more attention than others. I haven't felt so relaxed in I dont know how long. It was just what I needed after finals and working for the holidays. Thanks Seth!

I'm so happy with my first visit at Body Mechanics! I came here for a post marathon massage and it was everything I needed! The space is clean, relaxing and inviting. My massage therapist Alyssa is so talented and perceptive. She continually checked in to make sure I was comfortable with the amount of pressure she was applying, positioning, etc. She smoothed out all my tension spots and has a really kind and calming presence over all. I was so impressed I made another appointment with her when we were finished :

I did the Yelp deal, pretty good price. I've definitely passed by this place many times and had no idea it was a massage studio! Booked a 1 hour massage with Craig who I believe is the owner. He was very attentive and asked what I needed worked on specifically. Definitely was a bit rough at times but I felt like I really needed it. I felt amazing afterwards! They have some good specials too if you go frequently, $20 off a session if you go per month and $10 off a session every other month.

Had a 90 minute deep tissue massage with Craig this afternoon. I've not felt so relaxed in a long time! All of the tension in my lower body is gone and I feel as though I can actually move my neck again! Will definitely be back. Highly recommend Craig and Body Mechanics if you're looking for relief!

I would highly recommend Body Mechanics if you are looking for a regular massage place. The staff here is well trained and very professional. They ask you at the beginning of the session if there is any particular body area that has been more troubling and spend additional time massaging this problem area. The cost of an hour long massage is much less than most other places for the same, if not better service.

In addition, if you return within the month, you get another $20 off the price. I was looking for a place where I can go on a monthly basis to de-stress. I found this place and am now going more frequently than I had thought. Another awesome thing about this place is that they send you a coupon for your birthday month bringing down the cost to only $45.

SO cozy inside! The atmosphere, calming music, specious rooms, and clean bathrooms made my experience even better! I had the Yelp deal and the hour went so fast! Felt like i just had a dream! Love this place.

I had a really great massage here at Body Mechanics, and what I think was most important was that I didn't feel as though I got any less an experience because I was using a Yelp deal. To expand, a Yelp deal gives me a great chance to evaluate a business, in that it is obviously a discounted offering of some sort, and intended to increase business. However, I have many times felt as though the offering was a bit half-hearted when using such deals, matching the discounted price with discounted effort.

This was very much not the case here, and Kim gave what I considered to be an excellent massage. She listened to my requests for specific areas where I wanted greater attention to be paid, and also did not hold back when I told her that I preferred very deep and pointed pressure. The space itself was very calm, modern, and clean. There was an excellent balance between the coziness of a home and the professionalism of a business, and I think that this is a great success.

In that a massage is both an intimate, bodily experience, but also one where you expect a high degree of professionalism, this balance can be difficult to achieve, but I think they do it really well here. Finally, what I appreciated most was that the massage was done as simply a massage - Kim offered some basic words on areas of particular tension or tightness, but did not suggest any comprehensive massage plan or other service package as part of this recommendation, only noting that further massage would help to loosen some of those areas.

I really appreciate this, in that I think they are really focused on what their name promises, the mechanics and use of your body, not a bevy of other things that they may or may not be fully qualified to offer advice on (diet, spiritual practice, etc.). The essentials: Use their Yelp deal, get a great massage, and plan to return to show them that you really appreciate their generosity and ability.

We came here on V-day for the couples massage and it was an awesome decision in the end. The first 30 minutes are a hydrotherapy session in a warm (note - very warm 102 F) water wooden tub. The tub seats 4 people at a time but you are most likely going to be by yourself or with your better half (you will be naked). The two water springs inside the tub makes it more like a warm jacuzzi and you become very very relaxed.

Then we took a shower near the tub, put on a bath robe and went in for the massage. Tabitha is awesome - she has soft hands but is also able to really work on those tight areas with strength. I also like the fact that she inquired at the start about any specific areas I would like to work on and she made it a point to hit those spots during the massage. Overall a great session - I feel energized and refreshed!