Melt Massage has been in Montclair Village, Oakland, since 2001. Over the years Melt has shifted from a solo practice to a group practice with as many as 7 therapists on the team at once, and now, back to a solo practice. What makes Melt different is the time taken to learn what makes a great massage for you, before we begin, and then deliver that.
By providing feedback during the session, you have the opportunity to get exactly the right pressure in all the right places. Hana has over 30 years experience and certificates in Swedish, Sports, Deep Tissue, Pregnancy massage, Hospice massage, Reflexology, Trigger Point and Myofascial Release among others.
By providing feedback during the session, you have the opportunity to get exactly the right pressure in all the right places. Hana has over 30 years experience and certificates in Swedish, Sports, Deep Tissue, Pregnancy massage, Hospice massage, Reflexology, Trigger Point and Myofascial Release among others.
Services
Because I don't like to leave a good massage to chance, your first visit includes an initial consultation where I learn from you how to design the best massage for you with results that last as long as possible after the massage. So, when planning time for your First visit, allow up to an extra 30 minutes for the initial consultation.
Because virtual services were so successful during the Shelter in Place, I am also continuing to offer services Virtually where you can tap into your inner massage therapist! Learn from the experts what makes a great massage so you can give, and receive, it at home!. Because I specialize in Therapeutic Massage, each session is a custom blend of styles to best achieve your goal of relaxation or pain relief.
Melt Massage is the home of the 4 hour long massage. If you've never experienced your body on 4 hours of massage, you don't know what you're missing. Once we've established how your body responds to the work with a shorter, First visit, we can design the 4 hour massage so you get the most benefits from it, without being sore afterward, and so the benefits last as long as possible.
Now that I am fully vaccinated, I am excited to return to in-person services! Also, because remote services were so successful, I will continue to offer Virtual Massage services as well!. I still aim to meet your needs and exceed your expectations. My years of experience, advanced training and skills, and commitment to the highest quality therapeutic massage are reflected in these rates.
Until automated online Gift Certificate purchasing is available again, now that I am reopening, you may download the following Gift Certificate sample below. It will be activated upon purchase when Number and Expiration Date are provided. Rates vary by length of service or whether it would be a recipient's First or Return Visit.
Reviews (20)
Clarence D.
Dec 19, 2019
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Fantastic gem of a place. I've never gone in for a massage anywhere else and had such a focused, client driven massage. Very friendly and knowledgable staff that make clients feel immediately relaxed. I nearly fell asleep the last time I went in and was in pain when I first started. I highly recommend Melt Massage.
The P.
Oct 15, 2019
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I just discovered this place as a result of working with the best ever Pilates teacher I've ever met. She told me to go get an appointment with Hana, and I did, and all I can say is, you should too. I didn't know you could get a phenomenal massage that involved the bare minimum of touch. Or mb that's just how I perceived it. All I know is, I floated out on a cloud, wanting to return every week for the next year. I sure hope she never gets tired of me.
Bob A.
Oct 02, 2019
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Michelle F.
Sep 27, 2019
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This review is long overdue, but I just wanted to proclaim to the heavens what a wonderful massage therapist Hana Levin is. It has been too long since I have been on her table, and I hope to remedy that soon, but the love must be shared. She is skilled, always learning and growing (even with her many years of experience), and has a kind, welcoming, trustworthy table-side manner. She makes potent lifestyle recommendations, and is very present. I have not experienced massage from her whole team at Melt, but I trust Hana would only hire the best. Melt Massage has its heart in the right place, in serving
Elizabeth G.
Aug 22, 2019
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Elaine T.
May 30, 2019
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Carla H.
Feb 16, 2019
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I LOVE THIS PLACE! I got massages with Sabrina before she had her baby and then started with Hana. Both are fantastic. Such good listeners, such amazing body workers. I always leave there feeling SO much better and more relaxed. I have low back pain and they really understand the mechanics of bodies, plus they use additional things like cupping and special pillows to cater to your needs. I am so so happy to have Melt Massage nearby.
Sal C.
Jan 17, 2019
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Amazing healing place, I have had Joanna work on my back and shoulders for a few years now. The massages are the only thing that has been able to help with lowering my pain levels and increasing my flexibility. A lot of wear and tear on my body from 10 years in the Military, she really pays attention to my feed back and has really come up with a healthy healing plan. Best ever
thanks
Sal
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Sal
Carly A.
Dec 10, 2018
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Ivana I.
Nov 11, 2018
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Laurel P.
Jul 08, 2018
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I am a regular client at Melt Massage. I have received care from all of the therapists who work there. I have always come away feeling so much relief from the aches and pains I walk in with. Hana never fails to make my body happy. She is careful and always checks in with me about position, pressure and technique during the massage and afterwards.
All of the other technicians have good skills to relieve and relax those tight tense painful areas.
I can't say enough good things about this place. The environment is peaceful. The people are warm, open and kind. I will always come back.
Thank you
All of the other technicians have good skills to relieve and relax those tight tense painful areas.
I can't say enough good things about this place. The environment is peaceful. The people are warm, open and kind. I will always come back.
Thank you
Kyle D.
Jun 06, 2018
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If you've never melted then start today. Oh my gosh what an incredible experience and it was my first. My skin felt like it relaxed. Hana's patience and communication helped me have an experience that made me snore and I literally dozed for only a moment. Her fingers had an hour long conversation with my body and the two get along FANTASTICALLY. I've done the $40-50 massage; I've had my gf do it; I've sat in a massage chair and none of it provides the quality of experience and wealth of results I felt in my body immediately. And I just had a car accident last week! Justify
Lulu Z.
Apr 17, 2018
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Had a great massage session with Bria. It was a last minute appointment and they were able to accommodate me. I've been experiencing shoulder issues for over a week now, though we couldn't do much with my affected area since it was too inflamed, we were able to soothe the surrounding area and made me feel sooo much better. I would definitely go back there!
Gregg K.
Nov 16, 2017
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I was experiencing neck pain, could not move my arm up past my shoulder without pain. Nor could I tilt my head back without pain from my neck to my arm.
Sabrina was my technician, she listen to what my concerns were and adjusted when necessary.
I have already booked another appointment. Leaving the office I could move my arm and head without pain. Thank you Sabrina and Melt. Your customer service is outstanding.
Patti
Sabrina was my technician, she listen to what my concerns were and adjusted when necessary.
I have already booked another appointment. Leaving the office I could move my arm and head without pain. Thank you Sabrina and Melt. Your customer service is outstanding.
Patti
Pola E.
Apr 13, 2017
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I went in for a Prenatal massage last Saturday, my first visit. My sister had given me a Gift Certificate and said she heard great things about this place. I normally go elsewhere and love the place tremendously....but didn't want the GC to go to waste.
Thank goodness I went, because this was one of the best massages I've ever received. My massage therapist was Adriana and she applied the perfect amount of pressure throughout the whole massage. Most people are afraid to apply firm pressure on me because I seem small and they don't want hurt me, but Adriana's firm pressure was
Thank goodness I went, because this was one of the best massages I've ever received. My massage therapist was Adriana and she applied the perfect amount of pressure throughout the whole massage. Most people are afraid to apply firm pressure on me because I seem small and they don't want hurt me, but Adriana's firm pressure was
Adrienne R.
Aug 31, 2016
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I am 25 weeks pregnant and I struggle with some pretty horrible nighttime hip pain. I had never heard of Melt, but called on a whim Sunday to see if they were open because I was desperate. They were closed, but called me back Monday to tell me they had a cancellation today. I got an appointment with Adriana and my massage was SO GOOD!
I got a side-lying prenatal massage on a super comfy heated table and she maintained very firm pressure throughout, which was exactly what I needed. Adriana was very sweet, she checked on me a couple of times to make sure that the pressure was still good, and she
I got a side-lying prenatal massage on a super comfy heated table and she maintained very firm pressure throughout, which was exactly what I needed. Adriana was very sweet, she checked on me a couple of times to make sure that the pressure was still good, and she
Scott N.
Aug 30, 2016
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Melt Massage is the very best place I know of to get a great massage in the Bay Area. I used to work there, and I know Hana has the highest standards for her therapists. Recently I was experiencing some neck, shoulders and legs/hips tension from too many desk hours, and mental stress of an upcoming job change. I saw Joanna, a new therapist with Hana, and am happy to say Joanna ROCKS! She did great work to gently loosen up my tight muscles, and then finished with some brilliant energy work to help me calm my overactive mind. I heartily recommend Joanna, and every other therapist I've had work
Jaron H.
May 20, 2016
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My first ever professional massage, and honored to share the experience with Hana!
I came searching for a therapeutic massage to inspire creativity, play, fun, and to invite myself to be more vulnerable, right brained.
A day after my massage, I had an emotional breakthrough... in my dream! I felt emotions that I had not felt in years! I woke up early with incredible energy, surprised to feel so much again.
I am still learning to feel more, play more.. and heal myself.
Invite yourself to balance work with rest...Give yourself a chance to play and feel more - Hana will guide you based on your
I came searching for a therapeutic massage to inspire creativity, play, fun, and to invite myself to be more vulnerable, right brained.
A day after my massage, I had an emotional breakthrough... in my dream! I felt emotions that I had not felt in years! I woke up early with incredible energy, surprised to feel so much again.
I am still learning to feel more, play more.. and heal myself.
Invite yourself to balance work with rest...Give yourself a chance to play and feel more - Hana will guide you based on your
Dawn A.
Feb 26, 2016
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Upon receive a referral from my Chiropractor that Hana and the Melt team are some of the best in the business, I booked myself an hour massage with Hana.
My mistake was only booking an hour as I just didn't want it to stop. I've already booked my next appointment and will be opting for at least 1.5 next time.
She's such an incredible professional - taking time to really understand how different parts of your body respond to different types of massage and offering a combination of styles that's customized just for you. Fantastic.
My mistake was only booking an hour as I just didn't want it to stop. I've already booked my next appointment and will be opting for at least 1.5 next time.
She's such an incredible professional - taking time to really understand how different parts of your body respond to different types of massage and offering a combination of styles that's customized just for you. Fantastic.
Alex P.
Jul 10, 2014
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I wanted to love Melt. I really did. They are local, thoroughly committed to their craft and squeezed me in at the last second. Love, right? Wrong.
My biggest problem is I was looking for a lovely relaxing massage. This is not that.
And after completing the two-page survey and answering personal questions for one-hour, I thought I was pretty clear that I was looking for a "relaxing" massage vs. a therapeutic, PT-style, massage. Apparently not.
My second problem was the "chat factor." God, I hate chatting through a massage. As part of the one-hour interview we even talked
My biggest problem is I was looking for a lovely relaxing massage. This is not that.
And after completing the two-page survey and answering personal questions for one-hour, I thought I was pretty clear that I was looking for a "relaxing" massage vs. a therapeutic, PT-style, massage. Apparently not.
My second problem was the "chat factor." God, I hate chatting through a massage. As part of the one-hour interview we even talked
