Olympia Massage Alchemy

Olympia Massage Alchemy Welcome to Olympia Massage Alchemy. I’m Jakob Nayar, a licensed massage therapist with a passion for helping people heal, move freely, and live with less pain.

I specialize in injury treatment, myofascial release, and therapeutic bodywork.

On September 15th, I’ll be moving out of the SHI Center and into a new space on the westside of Olympia. My new address ...
09/03/2026

On September 15th, I’ll be moving out of the SHI Center and into a new space on the westside of Olympia.

My new address will be:
Olympia Massage Alchemy
2024 Caton Way, Suite 101
Olympia, WA 98502

While it is bittersweet as I truly love and appreciate my time at the SHI Center, I’m really excited about this move. The new office is in a quiet building shared with other bodywork therapists, and the space is accessible and well suited to creating the comfortable, welcoming environment I want for my clients. I know you'll love it too.

OMA will be closed for a few days around September 15th while I move everything over and get the new room set up. Appointments will resume shortly afterward, and I’ll make sure updated scheduling information is available as soon as the new space is ready.

If you already have an upcoming appointment, please keep an eye out for appointment reminders and location change information so you know where to go.

I’m incredibly excited about this next step for Olympia Massage Alchemy. I can’t wait to get settled in, make the new space feel like OMA, and share it with all of you.

Thank you so much for your continued support. It means a lot to me, and I’m looking forward to seeing you on the westside!

~ Jakob

Only FOUR massages left for Rachel!I started this fundraiser with 10 sixty-minute Swedish massages, with 100% of the mon...
09/01/2026

Only FOUR massages left for Rachel!

I started this fundraiser with 10 sixty-minute Swedish massages, with 100% of the money from each appointment going directly to Rachel. Thanks to everyone who has booked so far—we're down to the last four!

I also wanted to mention that I offer gift cards. If you would like to buy Rachel a massage, you can also purchase a gift card separately for her.

And yes, you could technically do both—purchase one of the fundraiser massages for Rachel to use, and she'll still receive the money from that massage too.

Thank you to everyone who has donated, booked, shared, and found different ways to support Rachel.

— Jakob

National Grief Awareness DayGrief can come from losing someone we love, losing a pet, the end of a relationship, a major...
08/30/2026

National Grief Awareness Day

Grief can come from losing someone we love, losing a pet, the end of a relationship, a major life change, or any loss that changes the way our world looks.

And grief isn't only something we experience emotionally. Our bodies can carry it too. During periods of grief and stress, we may tense our shoulders, clench our jaw, tighten our muscles, breathe differently, have trouble sleeping, or simply feel physically exhausted. Sometimes those patterns stick around even when we don't realize we're doing them.

Massage can't take grief away or make a loss smaller, but it can give the body a chance to soften and release some of the physical tension we've been holding. Slowing down and receiving safe, supportive touch can also bring emotions closer to the surface. Tears and other emotional responses during massage aren't unusual, and there's never a need to apologize for them.

You don't have to talk about what you're going through, and you don't have to pretend you're having a good day. Sometimes having a quiet, safe place to rest, breathe, release some of what your body has been holding, and be cared for is enough.

Be gentle with yourself and with the people around you. We don't always know what someone is carrying.

Grief takes time. So does healing.

— Jakob

Summer may be winding down, but we're not quite ready to let go of those warm, beachy summer evenings yet.After a season...
08/29/2026

Summer may be winding down, but we're not quite ready to let go of those warm, beachy summer evenings yet.

After a season of camping, hiking, gardening, traveling, festivals, beach days, and trying to fit as much as possible into our beautiful PNW summer, your body might be ready for a little downtime.

Come in, get comfortable, and enjoy an hour or two where you don't have to be anywhere or do anything. Add hot stones or a candlelit session and hang onto those relaxed summer sunset vibes just a little longer.

Evening and weekend appointments available.

— Jakob

Summer vacations are winding down, kids are heading back to school, and a lot of us are getting back into our regular ro...
08/27/2026

Summer vacations are winding down, kids are heading back to school, and a lot of us are getting back into our regular routines.

That change can be an adjustment for your body, too. More time sitting at a desk, standing at work, driving, carrying backpacks or work bags, and staring at computers can bring back the tight necks, sore shoulders, stiff backs, and tired feet that weren't quite as noticeable on vacation.

Massage, therapeutic stretching, and cupping can help relieve muscle tension, improve mobility, and make that transition back into your routine a little more comfortable.

Summer may be ending, but taking care of yourself doesn't have to.

— Jakob

Does anyone else feel like hiking used to be a lot easier?There was a time when I'd get to the top of a trail, catch my ...
08/24/2026

Does anyone else feel like hiking used to be a lot easier?

There was a time when I'd get to the top of a trail, catch my breath, and keep going. These days, I notice the hills a little more. My calves get tighter, my hips complain sooner, and I still feel it the next day.

Maybe it's getting older. Maybe it's spending too much time sitting or standing at work. Maybe it's stress?

The good news is that we don't have to stop doing the things we love. Taking care of our bodies can make a big difference. Strength, stretching, good shoes, staying hydrated, and yes... massage can all help keep you moving more comfortably. Therapeutic stretching can also be a great addition for hikers, especially when tight hips, calves, hamstrings, or shoulders start limiting how comfortably you move in the mountains. I use assisted stretching to help improve flexibility, range of motion, and ease some of the stiffness that can build up after long days on the trail.

The goal isn't to hike like you did when you were 20. The goal is to still be hiking when you're 70.

See you on the trail.

— Jakob

Vacation is supposed to leave you feeling refreshed... but sometimes you come back more tired and achy than when you lef...
08/22/2026

Vacation is supposed to leave you feeling refreshed... but sometimes you come back more tired and achy than when you left.

Long car rides, uncomfortable airplane seats, sleeping in different beds or worse - on an air mattress, carrying heavy luggage, walking miles through airports or while sightseeing, too much partying, not enough resting, too much sun, not enough relaxing...it all can sometimes leave you with a stiff neck, sore back, tight hips, tired feet and general exhaustion by the time you get home.

A massage can be a great way to recover before jumping back into work and your normal routine. It can help reduce muscle tension, improve mobility, ease soreness, and give your body a chance to reset after all the fun.

So if your suitcase is unpacked but your shoulders are stiff from your trip, I'd love to help.

Welcome home!

— Jakob

FIVE SLOTS LEFT! Woo Hoo! $600 Raised. $600 to go!Share with your friends! Like so many people in our community, I've be...
08/20/2026

FIVE SLOTS LEFT! Woo Hoo! $600 Raised. $600 to go!

Share with your friends!

Like so many people in our community, I've been thinking a lot about Rachel Carns.

Rachel has given so much to Olympia through her music, art, business, and community. Now she's facing a recurrence of breast cancer and a long recovery after surgery that has left her unable to work for the foreseeable future.

I wanted to find a way to help, so here's what I'm doing.

I'm setting aside 10 sixty-minute Swedish massage appointments and 100% of the money from those appointments will go directly to Rachel.

If you've been meaning to book a massage, this is a chance to take care of yourself while also helping someone in our community.

Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Once all 10 have been booked, the fundraiser will be complete. To book the fundraiser appointment, go to my web page's services link (https://mysite.vagaro.com/olympiamassagealchemy/services ) and book a "Fundraising Massage".

If you'd rather donate directly to Rachel, or learn more about her story, you can do that here:

**https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-rachel-through-her-cancer-journey-hp7gd**

Cancer affects all of us in one way or another. I hope this can ease even a small part of the financial burden so Rachel can focus on healing.

Thanks, everyone.

— Jakob

Happy National Potato Day!Some days you feel mashed. Some days you're fried. Some days you're baked after a long week at...
08/19/2026

Happy National Potato Day!

Some days you feel mashed. Some days you're fried. Some days you're baked after a long week at work.

Tired muscles don't have to stay overcooked.

Massage can help ease sore muscles, reduce tension, improve mobility, and help you recover so you're ready for your next adventure—or at least your next trip to the grocery store.

So whether you're a russet, a Yukon Gold, a fingerling, or a sweet potato, be kind to your body. It does a lot for you.

Happy National Potato Day!

— Jakob

Share with your friends! 7 spots left!Like so many people in our community, I've been thinking a lot about Rachel Carns...
08/18/2026

Share with your friends! 7 spots left!

Like so many people in our community, I've been thinking a lot about Rachel Carns.

Rachel has given so much to Olympia through her music, art, business, and community. Now she's facing a recurrence of breast cancer and a long recovery after surgery that has left her unable to work for the foreseeable future.

I wanted to find a way to help, so here's what I'm doing.

I'm setting aside 10 sixty-minute Swedish massage appointments and 100% of the money from those appointments will go directly to Rachel.

If you've been meaning to book a massage, this is a chance to take care of yourself while also helping someone in our community.

Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Once all 10 have been booked, the fundraiser will be complete. To book the fundraiser appointment, go to my web page's services link (https://mysite.vagaro.com/olympiamassagealchemy/services ) and book a "Fundraising Massage".

If you'd rather donate directly to Rachel, or learn more about her story, you can do that here:

**https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-rachel-through-her-cancer-journey-hp7gd**

Cancer affects all of us in one way or another. I hope this can ease even a small part of the financial burden so Rachel can focus on healing.

Thanks, everyone.

— Jakob

Address

1217 4th Avenue East, Suite 101
Olympia, WA
98506

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+13607776994

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