Tony Drake, CMT

Tony is the only person who has been able to help my husband feel better. I strongly recommend him.

I called and got an appointment. I was not sure what to expect but Tony put me at ease quickly and effectively. His massage technique is effective and relaxing. I really enjoyed my experience and already booked my next appointment. It was a phenomenal experience

He did a great job! I felt a lot better after the massage

Down to earth awesome massage therapist! Flexible with time schedules and pay! We need more people willing to help each other like this! Thank you Tony my back really needed it!

So, I have to confess that I have been coming to Tony for awhile now to work out my shoulders. Every time I call him its because I am in pain and discomfort and every time Tony makes the effort to make room for me in his busy schedule.
His massage is awesome and very effective. I know that I should stretch more (Tony called me out on this) but when I go to see Tony my shoulders are good for awhile before I have to return. He knows exactly how to get at those trouble spots and he is very talented at breaking up those knots.
I would highly recommend Tony’s massage. The hot stones are a bonus really. He is personable and makes you feel comfortable while in his studio. I really appreciate the time that I get with him. He is responsive to my needs. Thank you Tony!

So happy to have found Tony. I can’t wait to refer him to my friends, too. His office/​studio is easy to get to from the freeway and I appreciate that. Like most of us here in Silicon Valley I work way to much. I am not in tech, but I have a weird schedule so it’s so awesome that Tony can take late appointments.
Recently, my neck and shoulders were extremely tense. It literally felt like my shoulders were touching my ears from all of the tension I was carrying there. It’s a combination of me not having a good set up at my desk — it’s definitely not set up correctly for good work place ergonomics. So, one evening after 7:30 I found Tony’s massage tech. information and called and he was able to make an appointment for me that night at 9! I was shocked, but so relieved. I think he could tell I was in a lot of pain.
He started warming up my muscles and the tension with his hot stones and I could feel the tension melting away. I am a bit of a wimp when it comes to massage and I get more tense when I have to keep asking the massage therapist to go easy on my muscles. With the hot stone warm up and Tony getting the blood flowing, he could work on all of my tense muscles without having to DIG WAY DEEP like some CMT’s do. I do not like to be MORE sore 2 days after my massage. I just want to feel great and have full range of motion again and not feel tender and sore.
Tony has a great intuition for massage and you can tell he knows what he is doing. And, his space is clean and comfortable. I can’t wait to go back and since his rate is so affordable and his technique so awesome, I will budget atleast 1 massage a month. Just SO happy I randomly found him and his office that takes last appointments… partially through the power of Unilocal and other reviews out there for Massage Technology. Thanks Tony!

I took my mom for a massage by Tony last month and had nothing but a great experience. My mom is 84 years young and she had been having pain in her back, shoulders and arms. Tony gave her a light massage with heated stones. After the massage my mom said that the pain was noticeably less and that her shoulders, back and arms were more relaxed and she noticed less pain when moving around.
Facility wise, Tony’s office is clean, with a relaxed atmosphere.

I saw Tony this past Saturday on an urgent, painful lower back issue. He was very accommodating with his scheduled and met me in his office at 9:30 pm. I’ve been seeing Tony for almost a year and I normally do not write reviews but the fact that Tony went out of his way to accommodate me really made me feel he deserved to commended. Most importantly, however, Tony was able to give me a fantastic massage that resolved my lower back issue and it reminded me of why I always keep going back to him. He’s friendly, accommodating, knowledgable and knows what he’s doing. I highly recommend him.

Now let me be honest he deserves more than 3 stars but it’s not the yay i’m a fan, also minus 1 star read below.
He did get rid of my pain for a few days. He said the hot stones have an almost equivalent effect of deep tissue. And they almost do but without the long term relief. Now let me be honest I get massages 2 – 3 weeks when my shoulders get tense and trust me they tense. He did try really hard however my mussels need to get really deep massage and while he tried he just cant do it.
He also isn’t good a specialized cases such as, kyphosis, scholisis, rotor cuff, 1 leg shorter than the other, lower back issues, etc. However he style is very relaxing. When I go for deep tissues my back is sometimes hurting the next day… but it feels amazing for 3 – 4 weeks without another massage. Is he better than the china foot massage farms who do inconstant massages for $ 25 with tip, or the burke reyonolds spa massage treatment where they want $ 150 and treat their employees like crap, most defiantly. If your look for a massage with no pain and relief I really do suggesting going to him.
However, if your looking for a therpeudic massage with long term pain relief such as the pain between the shoulderblades or lower back issues I suggest Mike the Massage guru. Just be forewarned you will be in pain the next day if you see Mike your first time Over Tony. It’s not that Tony’s massage isnt bad it just isnt therapudic enough for me.
He seems to have good open availability and is willing to work with clients.
Minus a star also for old linnen/​sheets hamper it was next to entrance it would be nice it was tucked in the corner somewhere out of site

NO, THIS IS NOT A SPA – I’ve written about Tony before, and I still think that he is great at what he does – he massages people. If you want a fantastic massage from a guy who listens to you and your body, then Tony is the guy for you. He picks and chooses from various massage techniques, and uses his hands (and hot stones!) accordingly. I’ve known Tony for awhile now, so we have a catch-​up conversation during my massage; however, if I wanted peace and quiet, I’m sure he’d give it to me (or any customer who asks for it). As a person getting a Masters in English, I am sitting a lot, hunching over books and my computer. I can call Tony almost any time of the day, and he will try his best to fit me in.
So, if you need a spa-​like atmosphere, go elsewhere. If you need a great massage, see Tony.

yeah. well, he certainly talks a good game.
He answered the phone and was available within four hours of my call. I had a hard time finding the buildings entrance and so he asked me to call him upon my arrival. I waited in the parking lot for about ten minutes, it felt odd that there were no clear signs or anything of that nature, I kept an open mind. I was greeted and he escorted me up to his space that had an odd odor– smelled a bit musty– perhaps it was the four foot high mound of dirty linens, it was rather unkempt. The décor was not very inviting, I won’t get too picky, but that stuff matters to me. I like a little scented candle/​aroma therapy action, it simply looked unprofessional.
OKAY, I AM REPORTING THIS STUFF BECAUSE I DON’T WANT SOMEONE ELSE TO GO THROUGH WHAT I WENT THROUGH…
My ‘Spidey Senses’ were telling me something was up, but I really needed a massage.
1. He said he was performing an experiment on his clients with a before and after photo gallery. He snapped a photo of me and said that it’s quite common, so I just went with it. I thought it was odd, plain and simple. I told him that I didn’t want my photo posted and he said it will be for us to compare, still… odd.
2. Just before he left the room so I could disrobe, he said that there were only three webcams in the room and so if I ducked behind a panel room divider, I would be fine. **I decided to just take it as humor to break the ice** It made me feel uneasy, not good when you are in need of relaxation.
3. He talked the ENTIRE TIME– I know more random things about this guy than anyone should know. His rhythm of massage changed every time he changed thoughts– he lost track of what he was saying countless times– VERY ANNOYING! His massage was uneven, making me feel unbalanced.
I could go on, but I hope this was enough for you to get an idea of what you might encounter, maybe it was an off day, but I don’t want someone to need a massage and ultimately just feel unfulfilled, it’s not a good feeling.
Thank you for your time.

I chose this place because of the good reviews it had from others, and I wasn’t disappointed! Tony is friendly and passionate about what he does. Even better — I rang on a Sunday and he fit me in that afternoon! The combination of oil and hot rocks works a treat and although I am still a little sore in places (to be expected after only one massage), it is definitely an improvement. I recommend.

Tony is an excellent and completely professional masseuse. You will not regret going to him even if you’re a female by yourself. Nothing about his touch or attitude is creepy. His massage technique using light oil, and heated stones is relaxing and effective. He’s been extremely accommodating with respect to hours and availability.
Try him, you’ll not be disappointed.

Just got a 90 minute massage today & I usually don’t write reviews but I couldn’t pass up to say that Tony knows what he is doing, I highly recommend.

I saw Tony last month for an hour long massage and took advantage of the current deal he had advertised here on Unilocal.He was friendly, and made me feel very comfortable both before and during the massage. His office is cozy and dimly lit, and the temperature of the room was pleasant and comfortable. About halfway through the massage he asked me whether I wanted to get a discount, or extend the length of the massage based on the deal. He suggested that my muscles weren’t too tight, and that I should probably just take the discount. I really appreciated his honesty and the fact that he didn’t just try to sell the longer massage.
I absolutely loved his use of the hot stones, and I truly believe that they enhanced the massage a great deal. Tony checks in frequently to make sure that you are comfortable and enjoying your massage, and he does his best to ensure that you are satisfied. He also uses quite a bit of oil, but dries it off after he is done and leaves a towel with you in case he missed any spots. I really appreciated this because I hate feeling sticky after a massage.
Overall I would absolutely recommend Tony, and intend to visit him again as soon as I need another massage!

I discovered Tony via Unilocal!
Before my 1^st appointment I was slightly uncomfortable at the thought of getting a massage by a guy, but Tony was great. He has been wonderfully flexible in scheduling my appointments. I have a really busy schedule and I love that he communicates via email and text to schedule my appointments.
Tony is very technical in analyzing «why» I have an ache or pain. This has helped me to curve my bad habits as to not trigger future pain.
There is a huge difference between a massage with Tony and one of those Asian parlors or even day spas. Tony has huge man hands compared to tiny lady hands that I had been previously accustomed to when getting a massage else where.
Tony: the one star that you have to earn is for décor and need of organizing the space that you work out of.
I don’t want to paint the wrong picture for readers, the space he uses is CLEAN. It could use a little sprucing up, that’s all. For me décor is not a deal breaker so I will continue to go to Tony because of the amazing work he does and dedication to his clients wellness.

Just had my first massage with Tony today and It was exactly what i needed.
I’ve been having this shoulder/​back pain that kept getting worse each day. So I searched on Unilocal to find a CMT around the area cause i was in desperate need of a fix. Once again, Unilocal has saved the day. The great reviews, same-​day appointment availability, and the $ 15 off promotion made Tony the choice. I called around 2:30pm and was able to schedule my appointment at 5:45pm.
After telling Tony about my shoulder problem, he knew exactly what to do. It never came across my mind that my excessive computer use (from work and school) could cause all this pain! The massage was great! He found all the knots on my back and helped loosen them up. He was very knowledgeable and was explaining throughout the massage what was causing all my pain. He seems very passionate about what he does.
The hot stones were also a plus! I usually have them on my feet when I get pedicures. So having them used on my back was an interesting experience.
Tony will definitely be my new go-​to person in San Jose when it comes to massage therapy. His rates are very reasonable and he did such a great job on easing my back pain. I would definitely recommend him to anyone!
Thanks Tony!

Pros: Same day availablity, LOVED the massage, Tony is nice and seems knowledgeable
Cons: I actually went in with a really bad muscle pull. and although it felt slightly better after the massage… it has worsened over the course of the day… so still OUCHing after $ 45! Not sure if he can address specific complaints. but i would still go to him if i want a massage!

Just had my first massage with Tony. After reading the wonderful reviews, I knew I had to give him a try. I’m a transplant from Sacramento still finding my way in San Jose and am so glad that I went to Tony after trying so many other places in town. He not only gave me a wonderful massage, he gave me knowledge and advice on massage thereapy and excercises I can do at my desk. He loves what he does and makes you feel very comfortable.
I was in a talkative mood and we had a very pleasant conversation during the hour. I would call this an «artful» massage becasue he uses heated stones and very warm oil on the body. He asked where I was having issues and worked out the kinks in my back. I went home and curled up on the sofa afterwards and felt like a lump of melting butter — slept like a baby! Growing up in Sacramento, I endured some extremely hot summers and used to swim a lot. I still remember lying on the warm cement while drying off and how wonderful it felt on my back — Tony’s massage reminded me of that. I like his technique and personality — I feel I’ve found the best — and this is why I love Unilocal

Tony is the only massage therapist I saw on Unilocal with such high ratings. Even his FILTERED reviews are all positive!
I’ve had a stiff neck that has gotten worse over the last week and I desperately needed some relief. His availability is incredible and he was so patient even though I changed my appointment, twice: P This is my finals week so I didn’t have much free time but he was able to work around my schedule and I really appreciated that.
The office is nothing glamorous but the room was clean and the small space is probably one of the reasons why he is able to keep costs so low. I’d take a low price over fancy fluff any day. Parking was plentiful and the address was easy to find.
I really enjoyed Tony’s method of massage which was not painful but, combined with the heat from the stones, still reached deep. The oil he used had hardly any fragrance which is great for those with allergies or skin sensitivities. I opted for the 60 minute massage with the Unilocal special and it actually lasted quite a bit beyond 60 minutes! I hate when spas skimp on your time.
It is very obvious that he truly enjoys what he does. He is extremely personable and carried on great conversation! I always get nervous when I don’t talk for too long :) as is the case with most massage therapists.
NOTE: Cash only on-​site but there are payment options online. This would probably be the one thing I would change.
Package deals are available and that may be something I will have to look into.