Proudly serving Santa Cruz community, Alex brings an international background and a passion for wellness to his massage therapy work. Born in Japan and raised in Brazil, he blends influences from both cultures with solid hands-on training to create a personalized approach to bodywork. Alex holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Mackenzie University in São Paulo, Brazil. His passion for fitness, kinesiology, and anatomy led him to change paths and complete the 800-hour Massage Therapy Core Program at the National Holistic Institute in San Jose, where he developed a deep understanding of the human body, movement mechanics, and performance. This experience ignited his interest in manual therapy, health education, and supporting clients in achieving their fitness and recovery goals.