Rub Massage Austin

Glen is amazing at what he does. I’ve even referred to him as a wizard to some of my friends. I’ve had some pretty severe back, should & neck pain for a few years and since I found Glen, it’s gotten a lot better. I go to him about twice a month, and his Frequent Client Program makes it affordable for me to do so. So glad I found Rub Massage!

I broke my back in 2008. I’ve been getting massages every two weeks since 2009, to relieve stress and tension, and to keep my back muscles from tightening up and spasming.
By the time I’d go back for my next appointment, before I found Glen, I was usually hurting.
Now, I’ve had two appointments with Glen, and I’m about to have my third. I’ve had to let three weeks go by since my last one, because of the holidays and some sad/​difficult personal circumstances. And yet, my back has held up since my last massage with him.
He asks questions, and he listens to the answers. The music is perfect, and he lets you choose to talk, or spend your table time with him in blissful silence.
An hour massage with Glen feels like two, yet the time passes in the blink of an eye. My body feels alive and happy when the appointment is over, and my mind is as relaxed as it can get.
I tried Glen because of the fantastic reviews. They weren’t lying, and neither am I.
If you’re not getting massaged here, and you don’t give him a try, I’m super sad for you.
Heavenly healing doesn’t even come close to describing Glen’s massages!

Was a great massage! Truly in touch with the needs of your body. Love the ambiance and will definitely be back. Just look for the oak doors:)

Skillful therapist:
Glen is experienced, professional, does a fantastic job, and he’s good people. He has helped me avoid carpel tunnel/​stress injuries from work. He’s not overly chatty like some massage therapists. He will discuss your musculature and interesting stuff that he is very knowledgeable about and provides info about your body that is extremely helpful.
Effective massage:
I don’t generally prefer «relaxation» massages. Although I can appreciate their value, this is not what I request. That being said, Glen’s able to get into my most seemingly-​impenetrable muscles, with specific techniques, not forcefully. Fantastic and somewhat unique style of rubbing the muscles to warm them up with friction. At least its unique in my experience. I really encourage you to check him out if you’re looking for a quality, functional massage.
Pricing and booking:
He charges very reasonable, standard pricing, but also offers deals to regular clients. Very convenient online booking. I usually book a 90-​minute massage whenever possible. He’s in high demand so I do suggest booking far in advance. He may also accept insurance, I forget, but it might be worth checking the website or emailing him. He’s a one-​man shop in very high-​demand so you may need to remain patient for a day or two.
When you get there:
To get to his office, you enter the glass/​wooden doors on the South side of 6^th St. Go up the stairs to your right. Go all the way back on the second floor. He’s on your left. It’s polite to be on time, as he’s very professional and wants to give you your full time on the table and the quality body-​work you’re paying for.

Glen was able to squeeze me in at the last minute when I was having some severe back pain. It was my first massage with him but it definitely won’t be my last! His studio is serene and warm and he was very careful and attentive since I was in so much pain. I truly appreciate him fitting me in at the last minute and for helping me feel SO MUCH BETTER. If you have any doubts about which massage therapist to pick in Austin, look no further. He’s absolutely the best in town. Thank you, Glen!

I was once given the nickname «corpsie»… not just for the coldness of my footsies in bed, but… also for the the complete and total lack of pain sensors I seem to have been given at birth.
Meaning — my ENTIRE LIFE — there has been ONE, and only ONE person who has ever been able to make a massage feel like something beyond a feather rubbing along my back to annoy me.
Until Glen…
Oh.
My.
God.
Seriously (Yes, I am reverting to 5^th grade valley girl speak)…
Oh.
My.
God.
I only went to see Glen in the first place b/​c I had some super-​cheap deal that made me think «…if nothing else it will be a practice in sitting still.»
This is why Glen is AMAZING:
— He is open to you giving feedback, and doesn’t make you feel like a wench when you do.
— That said, you soon realize there is NO NEED to give him feedback, he has some sort of magic spidey sense that leads him directly to whatever knot or strange, twisted body part that needs to be put back in place
–He balances the subtle touching (just enough to warm things up so he can move to deep tissue) with the serious work of getting things back where they belong
— In over 2 years, I have NEVER left feeling pained. Know how some therapists say ‘you might feel worse for a while…’ Well, he’s never had to go that route with me. Just pure awesomeness.
–He gives insurance receipts for reimbursement if you are so lucky to have that as a benefit.
— If you aren’t filing via insurance (there have been times I haven’t) he is beyond reasonably priced, and worth every penny and then some.
It is obvious that this is his superhero skill and he is in the right profession. He loves not only the massage part, but the anatomy and medical aspects as well. Truly feel lucky to have found him.
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«most uplifting and profound moments of my life» stated a previous reviewer, wow she must have a pretty dull life. On to the review. Making this one short and to the point.
Pros: Easy to find, and parking on 6^th st during the day was free for 2hrs. Easy online booking. Nice bedside manners and professional.
Cons: none really.
Conclusion: Definitely not your «typical» massage (nor my style), but glad I at least tried it once.

Glen’s massage was one of the most uplifting & profound moments of my life!
Glen taps into something much deeper than himself he is tapping into another energetic realm. He understand the laws of the universe and is able to direct abundant loving energy directly to his patient.
Glen showed me that we are not only physical bodies, but also spiritual beings.
Glen, I am FOREVER grateful to you. You are a beautiful soul.
Thank you for dedicating your life to help others.
Hunter

I’ve literally had over a hundred massages from asian style acupressure to swedish and deep tissue. This was by far the best massage I’ve ever had in my life. Glen is an expert on the human physique (he was a dancer on Broadway and a gymnast). What he was able to do was a targeted sports medicine style massage (which I requested) with a supremely relaxing and healing touch. Glen is also a reiki master (energy healing) and added that element to the massage. Although his location is on 6^th street, the massage room is a little oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the street. He has music and candles in the room as well. I also felt that Glen was extremely respectful of me and my body and made sure that I was completely comfortable at all times. I highly recommend him.

Glen is an absolute delight. His skills speak for themselves (as I write this, I am still a bit massage drunk). But not loudly enough, which is why I am here to sing his praises.
His energy is great, and he clearly knows how to listen to the body and what you tell him about it.
I never got the impression that he was «going through the motions» as some jaded therapists tend to do over time. No, he took his time and really worked out every kink he came across.
Go see this man for some genuine therapy. His office is gorgeous, and right on 6^th street, where it is surprisingly easy to find free street parking during the day.
1 word to sum it all up: mmmmmmmm.

I was introduced to Glen through my chiropractor. Over the last couple of years, I’ve become obsessed with kettlebell workouts and while they provide a great workout, I quickly realized that this style of workout put stress on parts of my body I didn’t even know I had.
With a specialty in sports massage and rehabilitative body work, Glen quickly proved that he could work the knots out while improving overall movement and flexibility in my muscles.
He’s always friendly and it’s evident that he’s incredibly knowledgable about the body. I feel like I learn something new every time I see him but the conversation is never enough to distract from the massage or make it less relaxing.