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Specializing in a truly superior sports massage, perfect for any athlete

Testimonials

Superior Massage Therapy works heavily with competitive athletes, weekend warriors, and people dealing with the everyday pains and stresses of life. We make it our goal to educate and show people how massage should part of your regular self-care routine so you can be the best version of you.

Many of our clients participate in sports such as triathlons, marathons, and Olympic weight lifting; they use a combination of massage and stretching to increase range of motion and flexibility and to decrease delayed onset muscle soreness and their chance of injury.  

Superior Massage Therapy is the right place for you if you enjoy being active and are looking for someone to help you stay that way.   

How We Got Started

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After I finished massage school I started working at a chain spa in the area and realized very quickly that I was not cut out for the spa world. Not only do I not enjoy giving relaxation massage, I don’t even like to receive them. Don’t get me wrong, there is certainly a time and place for a good relaxing massage, but as an athlete, I just never feel like I get enough out of it.

After a few months of working at the spa, my husband and I built a treatment room in our house and started reaching out to friends and acquaintances to let them know that I was available for business. It took about a year and a half of working out of the house before I got to the point where I realized that I needed a commercial space in order to grow into the business I wanted to be, so in late 2016 I found a small office in Pleasant Ridge where we started Superior Massage Therapy, a massage studio entirely focused on athletes.

I worked on my own for a while seeing athletes in the area but it didn’t take long before I grew out of that space as well. I knew that in order to satisfy the demand of the metro Detroit athletes, I would need more massage therapists who had a passion for sports massage just like me.

As a company we have several core beliefs.

  1. Its important to keep moving. As humans our bodies were not designed to sit behind a desk for 8 hours a day, so find something you love to do and get out there and do it!

  2. Bodywork will help you stay active. When you use your body it will get sore, that’s just how it works. Go do what you love and come see us after so we can help you recover to get back out there.

  3. Education is important. We don’t just give you your massage and send you on your way, part of how we train our therapists is that we show them how to teach their clients to take care of themselves between massages; whether its how to warm up before a workout or how to increase your mobility and flexibility, our staff wants to share their knowledge.

Meet Our Staff

Joe: Licensed Massage Therapist

My name is Joseph A. Kleman, I’m a licensed massage therapist with 16 years of experience specializing in sports-focused massage. I’ve worked with athletes and active clients to help them achieve peak performance, fast recovery, and pain relief through targeted, hands-on therapy and active listening. My approach centers around tailored techniques, from deep tissue work to active therapy methods I’ve developed myself, designed to enhance resilience and mobility.

As an inventor, I’m passionate about creating tools and techniques that support health and wellness, integrating them into my practice to deliver the best possible outcomes for my clients. I’m a self-taught scientist and lifelong learner, always exploring new ways to improve wellness.

Outside of the clinic, I keep active with camping, hiking, and attending music festivals. These experiences inspire my holistic view of health, which I incorporate into every session.

I’m excited to work with you on your journey to optimal health and performance!

Nick: Licensed Massage Therapist

My name is Nick and I am a Licensed Massage Therapist at Superior Massage Therapy! I am a graduate of Irene's Myomassology Institute in Southfield, Michigan. Irene's trained me on a variety of different techniques and my specialties include Sports Massage, and trigger point therapy.


I have dedicated the majority of my life to pursuing health and wellness using a hands-on approach. I come from a background of fitness and holistic approaches to healing. With the tools I have acquired and the knowledge I have gained, I am ready to help make positive changes to everyone that I can. 


When I’m not working I’m enjoying the outdoors, going to music festivals, or spending quality time with those I value most in this life.  We all know tomorrow is not guaranteed and part of making the most the time we’re given being able to properly seize the day. Let's work together to remove any obstacle that is in your way and get your goals achieved!!


Alison: Licensed Massage Therapist

Hello!

My name is Alison and I am a graduate of Irene's Myomassology Institute. I am trained in a variety of techniques and modalities, with some of my specialties being sports massage, myofascial stretching, and craniosacral therapy. I believe in total restorative care of the body and often include integrative holistic therapies in my sessions such as reflexology alongside targeted neuromuscular treatments. When working with clients, my intention is to help bring about an overall sense of well-being in order to help you achieve your personal therapeutic goals.

I keep active in my spare time with yoga, hiking, cardio dance, and weight training. My family and I love exploring Michigan and visit Metroparks often. To relax I paint, read, and play computer games. I am also in my first year of apprenticeship at Irene's Myomassology Institute for continued education.

I am looking forward to working with you soon!

Na’Shara: Licensed Massage Therapist

Hello!

my name is Na'Shara and I'm a licensed Massage Therapist. I graduated from Irene's Myomassology Institute where I trained in Sports Massage, Pain Relief, and Relaxation. I pride myself on excellent client care and the highest quality bodywork. 

In my free time I enjoy hosting group exercise sessions, making candles and spending time with my family. I have been on my personal wellness journey for just over two years and in that time I have inspired hundreds of people to keep moving and live a healthier lifestyle.


I'm very excited to be able to use massage therapy to help more people find the joy of living an active life!

Jade: Clinical Manager,

Licensed Massage Therapist

My name is Jade and I am the clinical manager as well as a licensed massage therapist at Superior Massage Therapy. I am trained in sports massage, kinesiology taping, massage for TMJD, myofascial cupping, and targeted stretching. I have extensive experience in working with all kinds of athletes and I am eager to help them reach their goals. 


In my free time I enjoy strength training, self-care, being outside, traveling, podcasts, and learning language. I strongly encourage being active and I believe that we all have the strength to grow and achieve any goal that we put our minds to! 


Erika: Owner,

Licensed Massage Therapist

My name is Erika and I am the owner and licensed massage therapist at Superior Massage Therapy. I am trained in neuromuscular therapy, sports massage, Rock Blades (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation) Rock Tape (Kinesiology Tape), Rock Pods (Myofascial Cupping), and certified in myofascial release. After receiving my Bachelors of Sport Science from Northern Michigan University I completed my massage education from Ann Arbor Instituted for Massage Therapy.

I became interested in massage therapy so that I could help people. Massage is a great way for active people to continue doing the activities you love and that is my goal as a therapist. I want you to come see me and leave feeling better. It is important to be proactive in your own health. The best way to do that is to do everything you can to stay healthy; being active and eating healthy are a great place to start! My role as a massage therapist is to keep you doing what you love.

When I'm not at work, I am an outdoor enthusiast! I enjoy triathlon, mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, camping, snowboarding, and hanging out with my dog, (not necessarily in that order). I believe that being active and living healthy plays a huge role in the happiness we experience in life, and I encourage everyone to do what you love and love what you do!