Dave earned his license for massage therapy in October of 2003. From 2004 until 2012 , he developed his passion for therapeutic and medical applications of massage at another local massage business. Dave specializes in Sports Massage and has been helping his clients recover from and prevent injuries, perform at higher levels in their athletic careers, and eliminate daily aches and pains.

Dave's sessions involve more than the massage itself. In the process of identifying and treating whatever brought them in, he draws on this knowledge from his former job as a ACSM Certified Personal Trainer to educate his clients about potential postural and ergonomic stresses unique to their sport. He recommends stretching and/or exercise regiments that are appropriate to healing and preventing future injuries.

In addition to being a Licensed Massage Therapist with an expertise in Sports Massage, Dave has extensive experience as an athlete and understands the athlete from a personal perspective as well as from a professional massage therapists perspective.

Joining us in 2012, he looks forward to bringing his skills and energy to your sessions, and continuing to grow and help his clients improve their lives.

Ask Dave about his extensive experience with a variety of sports:
Endurance Races:
In 2011, Dave stumbled across a new brand of race that struck his curiosity; the Warrior Dash a 5K "trial run"/obstacle course on the side of a ski mountain. He was hooked. His bucket list now includes more events along these lines: Warrior Dash, Spartan Race, Tough Mudder, RunforyourLives, Renegade Playground Challenge, Civilian Military Challenge, and many more!

Martial Arts:
Dave has been training in the art of Isshin Ryu Karate and Kobu-do since 1990, and began teaching the style in 1994. In 1995, Dave earned his first degree black belt. In April, 2011 he was promoted to fifth degree black belt. Dave was head instructor at the Webster/Penfield location of Murray's Martial Arts Centers until 2018.

Triathlons: Dave has competed in the Finger Lakes Triathlon and one of his ultimate goals is to finish the Iron Man in Kona, Hawaii.

Working with Dave:
Accepts cash, check and Venmo.