The Doorway for Bodywork & BetterHealth

Really good price. The massage wasn’t too special but the place is comfortable and relaxing.

I have now been to both their locations, after getting my start with a Crowd Cut coupon. The website feels a bit dated and I wasn’t sure if I could use my coupon for a Tier 4 therapist so I didn’t make an online appointment. So I ended up calling the contact number which was an answering service and the person who answered was not rude but not friendly either.
Anyway, I had my first massage with David at the NE location. The location is a tiny building with a small waiting room, a bathroom and a very large massage room which also has the check-​out desk and other items for sale. The room does not score high in terms of what I expected a massage room to be — cozy with soft lights. However, all of this was more than offset by David’s massage, which was very relaxing. I kept drifting in and out of sleep. David also gave me a handout for stretches to do in between massages. I ended up buying 3 more massages for $ 45 each — this offer had to be purchased right after the first massage. It was a very affordable deal after a great massage so I ended up buying them. I continued to feel relaxed for a long time after the massage.
David explained to me that the tiers referred to how busy the therapists were. Right now, David is the only therapist at Tier 4, the highest tier.
For my second massage I wanted to use the online booking system but ran into errors and left a message. David called me back and sorted it out for me so I was able to go back and make an appointment online. My second appointment was at the 1011 Washington Avenue location. The website says free parking is available in the SE parking lot, and this proved too confusing for me to figure out so I ended up doing metered parking. I later learned that any lot that says OPEN BOOK parking is okay — it would be helpful for the Doorway website to spell this out clearly. Also, the location is in the basement but there are not very clear signs when you enter that you need ot take the elevator down — there are no stairs. Again, something to be added to the Doorway website. Or in the email confirmation for an appointment.
I liked the massage room at this location a lot better and Emily was my therapist this time. Emily’s style was more deep tissue and she was great at it.
I’m looking forward to using my next two coupons at Doorway!

Wonderful experience – 60 minute massage with Emily!
Very cute location in the basement of the Open Book building. (next to Periscope, across from Minneapolis Veterinary Hospital on Washington Ave) Check-​in with Unilocal and get free aromatherapy! Score! I will be back.

I called to get an appointment for a one hour massage and the lady that answered the phone was rude and could not answer any questions I had to ask… not even «price range.» I just told her I would think about it and call her back. NOT GOING THERE!

I was visiting from NYC and found this wonderful organization. I have frequent — almost weekly — sports massages and therapeutic massages for my mastectomy.
At The Doorway For BodyWork, I have been fortunate to have both Emily and Tim work on me. They were both extremely talented and attuned to the nuances of therapeutic massage. I think the only massage that I’ve had that came clo, oddly, a hotbed of talented therapists) and at a 5 star hotel in Rio.
I would highly recommend them and this organization. They are an excellent value for the money. The downtown location has convenient parking in the back, which made the whole experience easy.

I love this place. As both a runner and a chronic round-​shouldered, desk-​job huncher, I get painful knots everywhere. My shoulders and legs are a nightmare. Emily is super nice and AMAZING at getting every single one of those knots out. I highly recommend her. I don’t regularly get massages (not that I wouldn’t like to!), usually just when I find a convenient deal or groupon. But this place I have gone back to again without a deal because it is that good. It’s located in the basement of Open Book. Walk in the doors off Washington, head straight back past the stairs to the elevator and go down one floor. It feels a little dark being in a basement at first, and occasionally you can hear footsteps upstairs at Open Book, but I’ve found it’s easy to tune out quickly. I can’t recommend Doorway enough.

This was my first visit to The Doorway. I took a chance booking with Tim giving his experience level. Let’s just I was pleasantly surprised. Tim did a great job! The $ 20 for $ 40 package value deal was worth every penny. I will definitely be a return client.

I received a massage from Maggie this week an she is really fantastic! I truly enjoyed her personality and she is a great massage therapist. I will definitely be back to see her! I’m super excited about the new location at Open Book!

I’ve only been twice, but overall, pretty happy. My first massage at the Doorway was great (can’t remember the female masseuse’s name!); however, the loud, jarring hip hop from the gym next door definitely took away from the experience. That said, I tried it again (booked an early Sunday massage to avoid annoying gym music), and voila… empty gym, quiet nice serenity and incredible massage by Maggie. The only bad thing: the entrance is hard to find on a Sunday (e.g., the traditional elevator doesn’t work and you have to walk around the block to find it… btw, it’s to the left of the Caribou!), and do NOT book your appointment when there’s a freakin’ Viking’s game (harder to find parking, and now way more expensive!).
Overall, loved it. Very theraupetic for my ailing body.

At the risk of making it even more difficult to get in to see David or his colleagues at the Doorway (who not surprisingly are already in high demand), after experiencing an awakening massage recently from David, I felt obligated to spread the word. I continue to be simply amazed at the skill with which David nimbly maneuvered my muscles, causing tingling in seemingly random parts of my body, and alleviating pain and uncomfortable pressure at the base of my skull that has bothered me for years. I left feeling awake, confused, and inspired; qualities I hope everyone who visits the Doorway has the joy of experiencing, and no doubt will. I will add that I had seen both David and Brandon a handful of times previously, all with wonderful massages, but I received the most benefit by returning and continuing to communicate my body’s response to previous massages and any recurring concerns. You won’t get the same massage every time, but rather an evolving effort at healing your aches and pains. David puts his energy, knowledge, experience, and mindfulness into delivering relief to his patients. In the humble, yet comfortable and professional space, this is a no frills studio that — thankfully — focuses its energy on the benefits of expert bodywork and healing. Mastery at its best; highly recommend.

Had a massage yesterday with Brandon at the 501 Fit location. He made me feel comfortable from the outset and was able to apply a great amount of pressure. My favorite part was afterward when he told me problem areas where I was carrying tension and suggested certain stretches tailored to me! Since I went on a Saturday there was parking right out front, and I was in and out easily. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for some relaxation by a non-​wimp masseuse.

Outstanding!
As an aging athlete and former massage therapist myself, I know the difference between an average massage therapist and a healer.
The massages I received here really helped with my aches and pains. I went in with a minor sprain and felt better immediately! These guys are true professionals!
Thanks

I am certain that David would score higher than any doctor in an anatomy quiz. In addition to having a think outside the box style of solving aches and pains, David is also exceptional at aromatherapy. I had a massage today and I feel and smell great.