Life is a Verb!

There is something compelling about being able to put my hands on people and make them feel better.

While I was formally trained at the National Holistic Institute in San Francisco in 2009, I have been giving massages my whole life. My mother tells stories of back rubs I gave at age of 7, and my college friends fondly remember study breaks with shoulder rubs and hand massages to keep us all going.

It is something I have always chosen to do, and to make it my career seems pretty magical. ...

There is something compelling about being able to put my hands on people and make them feel better.

While I was formally trained at the National Holistic Institute in San Francisco in 2009, I have been giving massages my whole life. My mother tells stories of back rubs I gave at age of 7, and my college friends fondly remember study breaks with shoulder rubs and hand massages to keep us all going.

It is something I have always chosen to do, and to make it my career seems pretty magical. I get to spend my day making people feel better and live healthier, more authentic lives. I truly love what I do.






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

James Girard BodyWorks
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67A Henry Street

San Francisco, CA 94114

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Education
2010

National Holistic Instiute

Comprehensive

2012

Tranformational Bodywork Association

Transformational Bodywork

Experience
Bodywork

Embace Health Chiorpractic - Lead Therapist

Working closely with Chiropractors and Acupuncturist to develop comprehensive holistic treatment plans for patients.

Transformational Bodywork Association

Experiencing and working with the developer of Transformational Bodywork, Dr. Fred Mitouer, designed to unearth psychological, emotional and spiritual pain and trauma by addressing where it is being held in the body.

Yoga

Mattamayura Institute - Retreat Therapist

Working alongside experienced yoga instructors, providing the bodywork as an adjunct to a deep yoga practice.

REVIEWS for my Bodywork or Coaching services

by Jim on Jun 29
For careful insightful attention to your massage needs, James is the best.
by Jesse on Jun 24
I always know I’m in for a good session with James because he understands the emotional repercussions of physical well-being just as much as the physical repercussions. He knows when to use a light touch and when to go deep. Plus he’s kind and creates a welcoming safe space.
by Eric on May 01
Best massage I've ever had. He is merciless at finding and eradicating every knot and adhesion. Would highly recommend if he ever takes more clients in SF.
by Joel on May 01
Markably decrease in pain and discomfort post passage.
by David on Feb 13
James knows the body. He listens to your what is “hurting, “pulling”, stiffness and knows exactly what his focus areas should be. He is professional and a wonderful person who really cares about you. Thanks James !!
by Elizabeth on Feb 05
James has changed my life. He is putting my body back together after several major surgeries. In just two sessions, my body and mind already feel like it's functioning as a whole.
by Lionel on Feb 04
He is a skilled professional.
by Amy on Feb 03
You’re an angel. Thank you.
by Melanie on Nov 25
After having massages for 30 years all over, this was hands down the best one! James is gifted and a gem! I feel very fortunate to have crossed into his path. Thank you, James!
by Tiffany on Sep 10
Strained a major muscle (running from my mid back to left hip and down into my leg). After just one visit I was able to sleep on my side again and feel moments of full relief. He found all the problems and the compensation problems that had developed over the 3-4 wks as well. Highly recommend!

SPECIALTIES: Bodywork and Massage techniques I perform

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  • Deep Tissue
  • Mobile Deep Tissue
  • Other
  • Pregnancy Massage

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James Girard BodyWorks

67A Henry Street

San Francisco, CA 94114
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