Hannah Michels

NCLMBT #20101

Owner of Blue Ridge Bodywork, primary massage therapist

As a competitive gymnast for 14 years, sports massage was part of Hannah’s training regimen, sparking her interest at an early age in the benefits of bodywork. In the last 10 years, she has completed her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Exercise Science at Appalachian State University, with a research focus on the psychological influence of exercise, and a clinical focus on exercise physiology; and completed massage therapy at Caldwell Community College in Boone, NC.

As a massage therapist, Hannah enjoys working with clients seeking help with chronic pain and tension. She likes to incorporate techniques from Swedish massage, deep tissue, sports massage, cupping, and Thai massage. She recognizes the importance of healing touch for one’s physical, mental, and emotional health, and that these factors are not separate from one another. She strives to provide a safe space for bodies of all types to feel deeply relaxed during and after their sessions.