P.B. Sports Massage By Bart Gale

I have been going to Bart for about 2 years and he is by far the most knowledgeable and experienced massage therapist I have ever met! I am a competitive bodybuilder and I have never had a massage therapist that could effectively release much tension in my muscles due to their thickness until I gave Bart a try. He has also taught me a great deal about massage and stretching. I will use the knowledge that he gave me forever and feel that it truly has added value to my bodybuilding career! Thank you Bart!!!

I thought I had received great massages before, and then I met Bart. I snagged a sweet deal online that I couldn’t pass up despite having a membership to a massage club that I liked. After that first visit, I cancelled my membership and have been seeing Bart for the last few years. He seriously knows his stuff. He can explain anything (at least that I have thought to ask) and will tell you how things are interconnected to get at the root of your problem areas. And then he’ll get after that stuff! He will also give you suggestions and exercises to improve your problem areas off the table. An additional bonus to Bart’s skills is that he is a kind, very caring and hilarious human. Give Bart a try, you will not be sorry!

Mr. Gale is honest, professional, sensitive, respectful, talented, flexible, and open. As a dancer, I have been blessed to have him in my life and assist with my massage needs. Finding a massage therapist that makes me feel comfortable and actually helps was a bit difficult for me, and I’d love to refer him to others in need!

To keep things short and sweet: My physical condition and mood always improve after Bart’s massages. Ever since my first visit I make it a point to visit him consistently. Bart is «good people» and incredibly passionate about his profession. I would recommend my own mother to him as he is worth ten times more than what he asks for.

I have always been hard on my body– over training, lack of rest, lack of stretching, and even if you correct it, we still tend to go back to our old habits when we fatigue.
ESPECIALLY when you have, like so many of us do, a desk/​cube job that conforms you to slumping forward staring at an illuminated screen most of the day.
Bart spent SO much time with me during our session– first really listening to my surface level pain points, explaining what he was going to do, and really helping to interpret where the pain really was coming from (our muscles are all interconnected– I knew this, but NEVER to the level that Bart explained).
He went through the entire massage, so in tune with exactly where I needed the most attention– easing off when necessary– and explaining each muscle purpose and subsequent cause for the tenderness I was feeling.
I went in understanding that my right hamstring is problematic (the cause of my departure from running), my low back tender, and my shoulders/​neck sore– but what
I came out of the session understanding is unbelievable.
I now understand exactly what other muscles to work on (via an exercise and a stretch that Bart showed me) to solve the issue to the items I brought in with me.
The massage may not have been relaxing and comforting the entire time (there were definite periods of bliss :)) — but I have knowledge and the muscles we focused on feel terrific today.
Go see Bart– you will not regret it, I promise!

I was very impressed with the both of the deep tissue massages that I received from Bart in the past three weeks. I have had my fair share of both neck (c1 — c2 fusion) and back (T-​12 vertabrae compression fracture) injuries in the past that make it hard for me to operate at a desk job every week. He was able to quickly target both my teres minor and major muscles that were the source of much of my discomfort. Most other massage therapists would just isolate my neck and lower back and work on those areas but Bart wanted to take a different approach and I am a happy customer as a result.
Thanks Bart!

As a former athlete with injuries to prove it, I was losing momentum while training for my first half marathon. Stiff and painful calf muscles and a feeling of unevenness in the lower back were making my long runs uncomfortable. Bart not only helped relieve much of the physical stress I was feeling, but also educated me on each individual muscle and its function, as well as stretches and other pain management advice.
Bart was such a sweetheart, and nothing about the 60-​minute session was awkward at all. I felt I was in a safe and caring environment and that he would take care of me. I felt so much better after my massage that I’m actually starting to believe that continuing therapy will even out my muscles and help eliminate my aches and pains for good!
Will be going back again before my race, and as needed thereafter in order to keep my sanity, comfort, and competitive edge.
Highly recommended!

I have been going to Bart for several months now for issues I have been having in my shoulders and upper back. My confidence in his ability as a massage therapist started from our first session where he took a more zoomed-​out approach, not working just the affected area but all the muscle systems that could potentially be causing the symptoms (e.g. working on my chest, even though I was complaining about back/​shoulder pain). I really appreciated this attention to not just treating the symptom, but perhaps finding the cause in other parts of the body. And the reward is totally evident, especially the day after my therapy session.
But more than feeling better after each session, Bart spends additional time trying to piece together my symptoms and helps me think more holistically about my issues — including thinking about stress and ergonomics that could cause me to get my back and shoulders into such a state in the first place. The hope is that together we can figure out just exactly what is going on and how can we prevent it from happening again. In other words, Bart is definitely prioritizes prevention over treatment. But in the meantime, if you have to get treated, you might as well go to someone good and Bart is definitely good at what he does.

Bart has worked on me for years, Just call him. I surf regularly and need help keeping my shoulders and neck from knotting up. He knows what he’s doing. He takes great pride in his work and is a nice guy as well. You’ll leave knowing more about your body and you’ll feel better too.

Bart is a friendly and professional fellow. When I first went to him I could barely move my neck. I have that problem where my neck never seems to crack because I have a lot of tension in my neck and shoulders. I was having a particularly challenging stretch of time where for two weeks I had taken Advil 3 times a day, been to multiple chiropractor visits and other massage therapists and nothing was working.
I read his reviews on Unilocal and figured I’d give it a shot. After our first session I had a dramatic improvement. Bart explained what he was doing throughout the massage, and made recommendations for stretches and changing up my workouts to help me balance things out better. Make no mistake– this was not a calm, zen type of bliss-​massage– there are times where I am deeply breathing through it because he is really getting in there, which is ultimately what leads to relief! Yeah!
His treatment has been awesome and now when I feel «locked up» I just get out my lacrosse ball instead of spending money for another chiro visit. Definitely worth a shot! Thanks Bart!

I found out about Bart through Amazon Local and I’ve got to say… he’s awesome! I think I’ve been going to him on and off for over a year. Best massage therapist I’ve ever gone to and trust me, I’m a massage nut! I like my massages firm to the point where you know the knots are being worked on. Later on in the day I’ll be a little sore but that’s when you know you’ve had a good massage! (Drink plenty of water throughout the day). He’ll always ask first if there are any specific areas troubling you and he’ll concentrate on it and will ask questions to try to determine the reason for those trouble spots. I always seem to have knots in the upper left area of my back and he always gets the job done! Also, he’s really good about having you on the table for your whole session unlike other places where a 60 minute massage is actually only about 45 – 50 minutes. Aside from his amazing full body deep tissue massage, he also gives a few tips like taking a bath in epsom salt to help relieve sore muscles. Lastly, he has this great reward system through Perkville where you earn points with each session and when you earn enough, you get a free session. It’s a great incentive to keep coming back and who wouldn’t?! Bart is great at what he does and I definitely recommend him to anybody who wants the best massage of their life!

I have had two massages by Bart and I have enjoyed each session. Each time he asks you what you want to focus on and really concentrates on what your concerns are. I have left both sessions feeling much more mentally and physically relaxed.
In addition, Bart is a very nice guy who genuinely care about his clients and how they feel during and after the massage. He also plays Mozart during his sessions, which I greatly prefer to the standard Enya fare.

Bart is an awesome massage therapist and I really don’t want to go to anyone else now that I’ve found him. This is not your traditional massage, though if you need to just relax he can do that. Bart gets in there and works out knots and tension you didn’t know you had. He has great knowledge of the body’s interconnectedness and is able to educate you on it as the massage progresses. He will give after-​care instructions, too.
He’s extremely professional and makes sure you feel comfortable. Some of the work I’ve needed has been on my pelvis and that could be strange with someone else, but Bart handled it so professionally I didn’t feel even a moment of discomfort or awkwardness. Most recently, I came to him after being diagnosed with tendonitis in my thumb and carpal tunnel in both wrists. The work that he did on my upper body, especially underarms, pretty much eliminated the pain.
If you want a massage that will really help you work out those deep issues in your body, Bart is the person to see!

I see Bart periodically for both pain and relaxation sessions. He’s easy to talk with and understands what pain your feeling especially from a sports perspective. He’s not afraid to dig in deep and help you release those «troubled» spots and can easily transition to relaxation techniques to help the muscle recover from being worked. He’s your go to practitioner for recovery of sports/​chronic injuries to relaxation. Thanks Bart!

I did a 90 minutes massage with bart last week, the results speak of themselves as Bart really knows his staff and can find tight spots and knots i did not even think exited, i explained all my problems to him before the massage (mainly my hamstrings). He quickly picked up where i had problems and focused primarily on that. The massage was not like any regular massage i had, it included stretching, different massage techniques all that while he talk me through it so i felt most comfortable.
His knowledge on muscular system and body mechanics and how they work together was really impressive as he answered all my questions and also recommended some exercises. He is very down to earth which made feel at ease instantly so I would definitely recommend him to friends and fellow athletes.

I went to Bart last week because my upper body was really tight from working on the computer looking for a job for 10 hours a day. I had also come off of physical therapy for my shoulder due to the tightness of my shoulder because of computer work. When I explained these issues to Bart he immediately understood and primarily worked on my shoulders to loosen up each muscle. This was exactly what I needed and what the physical therapist recommended. I will definitely be going back, because he listens, he is very knowledgable on muscular issues and I felt great after, sore but loose.

Just got a massage from Bart via Ideal4aCause running a special this week. It was insanely good! He is extremely knowledgable and listens to exactly what you want and need. He described my muscular issues in terms I understood and took the time to show me some great stretches to do at home. Looking forward to the next one!

I just had my 3^rd session with Bart yesterday and it was great. I enjoy his calmness and mindfulness when giving massages; combine that with his skills and strength and it is quite the combination!
I always feel at ease both physically and mentally when leaving my session, if you are looking for a holistic experience then I recommend giving him a shot.

I met Bart about a year or so ago to help alleviate some lower back injuries. Injury was new to me and in the past, a massage was a luxury add-​on to a fabulous resort vacation. I was skeptical that it could be truly therapeutic, but Bart came highly recommended from my athletic friends. I am glad that I went in. He really changed my whole body and mind set.
Sessions with Bart are truly healing and educational. He understands the mechanics and physiology of the body. His approach starts from the source and treats every part of the body that is impacted. This is not a lavender oil and fluffy robe experience. Yet, by the end you will feel relaxed and know that some good has been accomplished. I visit him whenever my body needs healing that I cannot attain myself from yoga and hot baths. I would highly recommend Bart to anyone who needs a general all over massage session or a very focused and specific therapy session. More than likely, you will start with one and end up with both. And you won’t be disappointed.

I met Bart many years ago while he was a teacher and student at IPSB in Pacific Beach. I followed him to his solo practice and always recommend him to my friends.
He is extremely knowledgeable and, even when you don’t realize you are having an issue with a muscle, he might ask you to walk away and towards him again to diagnose more of the root causes for your pain/​aches. An astute student of body mechanics, he can also give you good exercises to practice while at home.