Derek Johnson-Dean

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About Derek

I’m a Certified Massage Therapist with over 15 years of hands-on experience, practicing since 2007. I’m honored to have built a loyal base of clients who see me weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, depending on their therapeutic goals and recovery needs.

Before transitioning full-time into massage therapy, I spent two decades working in medical case management and health counseling. That experience shaped how I approach bodywork — not just as a physical intervention, but as a tool for hol...

About Derek

I’m a Certified Massage Therapist with over 15 years of hands-on experience, practicing since 2007. I’m honored to have built a loyal base of clients who see me weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, depending on their therapeutic goals and recovery needs.

Before transitioning full-time into massage therapy, I spent two decades working in medical case management and health counseling. That experience shaped how I approach bodywork — not just as a physical intervention, but as a tool for holistic healing and advocacy. I continue to use that background to refer clients to trusted yoga instructors, chiropractors, acupuncturists, physical therapists, and medical providers when appropriate.

Today, I practice out of a professional office space at:

Renew Sports Massage and Holistic Health
201 6th Street SE, Suite 150
Minneapolis, MN 55414

I believe that collaborative care is essential. With your consent, I’ll gladly work with your medical team to ensure that your care plan is coordinated, safe, and effective — always within the scope of a certified massage therapist.

Whether you’re seeking Sports Massage, Deep Tissue, or Therapeutic work, we’ll partner together to help you move better, feel stronger, and reach your wellness goals.

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Where I Work
Available Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Renew Sport Massage and Holistic Health
81

201 6th Street SE

Minneapolis, MN 55414

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Licenses
Massage

MN # Certification

Education
2012

St Paul Technical College: Massage Program

Certified Massage Therapy

Experience
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REVIEWS for my Bodywork services

by Anonymous on Apr 14
Effective body work focused on the spots that need it! Great work for mobility and range of motion.
by Janos on Mar 23
My muscles are always very tight, Derek does a great job making it to lose up! I always sleep better and go back to work/gym with more energy!
by Scott on Dec 22
Derek never disappoints! As an avid runner, Derek uses a combination of intense pressure, hot stones, and stretching to keep me going. I’d be lost without my sessions with him. Thank you Derek!
by Jerry on Sep 28
Absolutely
by Derrick on May 29
Fantastic massage, my sore back feels much better today! Thank you!!
by Thompson on Feb 21
Normally after back to back leg day and pull day with heavy deadlifts I need 3-4 days to recover. After a session with Derek I had nearly zero DOMS, no cramps or stiffness.
by Anonymous on Sep 03
I had a wonderful and relaxing experience, I would definitely recommend Relax Renew to a friend. Derek does a great job and I always feel better after my massage.
by Greg on Aug 05
Massage genie, really good all around!!
by Tom on Jul 30
Derek has amazing technique and skills and was sensitive to my needs. Nice comfortable space.
by Matthew on Jun 30
Derrick was very attentive of what I informed him.

SPECIALTIES: Bodywork and Massage techniques I perform

Bodywork & Massage

  • Sports Massage
  • Deep Tissue
  • Mobile Chair Massage
  • Mobile Therapeutic Touch
  • Scaping
  • Cupping Methods
  • Therapeutic Touch

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Renew Sport Massage and Holistic Health

201 6th Street SE

Minneapolis, MN 55414
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