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Targeted Pain Relief for Peak Performance and Ultimate Relaxation

Mexía Bodywork is THE total physique solution designed to restore youthful movement, energy, and well-being. Utilizing the world’s most advanced techniques, Dario Mexia heals pain at its root and rejuvenates your body.

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Body Work Designed To Make Your Body Work

Bodywork is a transformative form of physical care that synthesizes the best of massage therapy, healing cupping and assisted stretching exercises to give your body the relief it needs to perform at its absolute best. It’s more than just another trip to the massage parlor. It’s a total body transformation for relief that lasts.

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Best of DC two years in a row

Mexía Bodywork was recently voted Best of DC for "Best Therapeutic Massage". Thanks to the DMV community for supporting our small business and allowing us to provide compassionate, best-in-class service.

Best of DC 2024
Best of DC 2025

Meet Our Team!

Our team is growing due to increasing demand but the quality of our services and our commitment to satisfaction remains the same. Every one is built differently and we are here to help you find the kind of custom bodywork that is right for you.

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Colin Muth
Colin Muth
2 days ago
I’ve personally known Ryan now for years. He’s so talented at what he does and cares about the individual experience. That’s very important for a great massage! He is excellent. There is a reason these guys are booked and busy. I have not had a better massage in DC.
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Dario is fantastic! He was able assess areas that are causing problems for me and show me exactly how and why they are problematic. His approach to healing ailing elements of the body is efficient and effective, and the best massage therapist I have been to. After my first session I felt immediately more openness and freedom of movement in areas that have been giving my problems for more than 15years. Highly recommend!
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Dario is an extremely knowledgeable and passionate provider. He tailored a treatment for my body and conditions which resulted in greater mobility and less pain. I look forward of returning in the future.
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Hugo Anz
Hugo Anz
25 days ago
Rian truly has a gift in his hands. I treated myself to a massage with him for my birthday, and it was the best gift I could’ve given myself. He’s very professional, and I highly recommend him :)
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Paul Muñoz
Paul Muñoz
1 month ago
Dario is Solid! Strong techniques. Strong hands. He’s a great listener and focused on my needs and was intentional with our time. Very skilled and talented.
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Michael
Michael
1 month ago
Ryan is awesome! One of the best massage therapists I’ve been to and will be back. Couldn’t recommend more
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john zullo
john zullo
1 month ago
After doing some research for massage therapists in DC I had read that Mexia Massage was one of the best. It may have taken a few months to get an appointment but Dario does not disappoint. A great studio, engaged discussion about expectations, and his powerful and intuitive touch all made for an outstanding massage. I look forward to my next session.
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Michael Mannello
Michael Mannello
1 month ago
Dario was great. He’s Very knowledgeable about his craft. Highly recommend
Andrew Lee
Andrew Lee
2 months ago
Bucky is an excellent massage therapist with a deep understanding of physiology. He solicited specific areas of concern and addressed them effectively, given tips about stretching and maintenance along the way. The best massage I have had in a very long time. Highly recommend. Also, convenient location and spotless facility.
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Our Cause & Mission

Here at Mexia Massage and Bodywork, our cause is to enable people to experience an ever greater comfort in their own bodies, where well-being is restored, nurtured, and sustained indefinitely.


Our goal is to help you move better, feel better, and live pain free. You are the reason we continue to learn and refine our craft, always striving to provide the most effective and advanced care possible. Through Mexia Massage & Bodywork, we create personalized treatment plans tailored to your unique needs so you can get back to doing what you love, stronger than ever.

Your Specialists

Dario Mexia

Dario


Dario Mexia is not your average massage therapist. His last name, "Mexia," comes from an old Spanish variant meaning "medicine" or "healer" , a fitting legacy that fuels his passion for helping others move, feel, and perform at their best.


Originally from Colombia, Dario earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics before moving to the U.S. in 2012. However, his true calling led him to the world of manual therapy and bodywork. After completing a massage therapy program and becoming a certified personal trainer, he has continued to refine his craft through advanced training in Structural Integration, Myofascial Release, Fascia Stretch Therapy , Cupping Therapy (a.k.a Myofascial Decompression), Scraping Therapy, Sports Massage and Medical Massage.


As a former semi-professional volleyball player, Dario understands the demands placed on the body whether you're an athlete, an active professional, or someone dealing with chronic tension. His approach goes beyond relaxation; he specializes in restoring mobility, relieving pain, and optimizing performance through customized, hands-on techniques.

Ryan Holbert

Ryan


Ryan Holbert is a licensed massage therapist, bodyworker, and certified Accufit Therapist with a deep passion for helping others feel better in their bodies because he knows firsthand what it means to rebuild from the ground up.


With over a decade of experience in massage and bodywork, Ryan draws from a diverse background that blends clinical knowledge with intuitive touch. His approach is deeply informed by both science and personal transformation. Years ago, Ryan faced a life-altering diagnosis: a brain tumor that left him relearning how to walk, move, and reconnect with his own body. That journey, filled with physical therapy, resilience, and self-discovery, reshaped not only his life but also his philosophy as a healer.


Ryan specializes in therapeutic massage, neuromuscular techniques, and advanced bodywork for pain relief, injury recovery, and performance optimization. He’s particularly skilled at working with athletes, chronic pain clients, and those navigating post-surgical or neurological recovery. His training in Accufit therapy allows him to offer a cutting-edge, non-invasive approach to muscle activation and strengthening.


Clients often say Ryan brings a rare combination of strength, sensitivity, and presence to the table - someone who truly listens to the body and meets it where it is. Whether you’re in need of deep restorative work or focused therapeutic care, Ryan’s work is rooted in empathy, precision, and purpose.

Bucky

Bucky


With over a decade of experience in the health and wellness industry, Bucky brings a diverse range of finely honed skills from his work as a personal trainer, yoga teacher, and somatic healing guide. Through his soft, grounded approach, the body is invited to unwind, heal, and release tension in its own natural rhythm.


Outside of his work as a wellness guide, Bucky is an avid reader, home cook, and world traveler.

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Guiding the client to slowly bring their arms in and out. That movement creat...
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Guiding the client to slowly bring their arms in and out. That movement creates a natural pin-and-stretch, which is great for finding sticky, restricted areas. What I like about this approach is that it’s not just something done to the client. They can feel where the tension lives, notice how their shoulder moves, and start to understand their own restrictions.
Guiding the client to slowly bring their arms in and out. That movement creates a natural pin-and-stretch, which is great for finding sticky, restricted areas. What I like about this approach is that it’s not just something done to the client. They can feel where the tension lives, notice how their shoulder moves, and start to understand their own restrictions.
Think of this as a smarter setup, not a fancy trick.⬇️  This semi-prone, side...
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Think of this as a smarter setup, not a fancy trick.⬇️ This semi-prone, side-lying position makes it easier to work on areas that are tough to reach when someone is fully face-down or on their back. It’s more comfortable for clients because it puts less stress on the low back, and it gives me better access to the hip flexors. It’s especially helpful for people whose low back pain flares up in a prone position, and it allows for effective hip flexor mobility work without forcing the body into something it doesn’t like. Sometimes the biggest difference isn’t the technique — it’s the position.
Think of this as a smarter setup, not a fancy trick.⬇️ This semi-prone, side-lying position makes it easier to work on areas that are tough to reach when someone is fully face-down or on their back. It’s more comfortable for clients because it puts less stress on the low back, and it gives me better access to the hip flexors. It’s especially helpful for people whose low back pain flares up in a prone position, and it allows for effective hip flexor mobility work without forcing the body into something it doesn’t like. Sometimes the biggest difference isn’t the technique — it’s the position.
The goal here is ease, not force.  I’m anchoring near the ischial tuberosity ...
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The goal here is ease, not force. I’m anchoring near the ischial tuberosity (where the hamstrings attach) and creating a slow, wave-like stretch through the tissue. Nothing sudden. Nothing aggressive. The most important part? Breathing. I match my rhythm to the client’s breath, so the stretch feels safe and predictable. That’s what tells the nervous system it can let go. When stretching is controlled, synchronized, and intentional, it downregulates the system and creates a sense of calm. Good stretching shouldn’t feel like you’re fighting your body. It should feel like the body agreeing with you.
The goal here is ease, not force. I’m anchoring near the ischial tuberosity (where the hamstrings attach) and creating a slow, wave-like stretch through the tissue. Nothing sudden. Nothing aggressive. The most important part? Breathing. I match my rhythm to the client’s breath, so the stretch feels safe and predictable. That’s what tells the nervous system it can let go. When stretching is controlled, synchronized, and intentional, it downregulates the system and creates a sense of calm. Good stretching shouldn’t feel like you’re fighting your body. It should feel like the body agreeing with you.
I love working with clients in sidelying.  Not just because it’s comfortable ...
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I love working with clients in sidelying. Not just because it’s comfortable — but because it opens access to areas that often get skipped. From this position, we can explore the edge of iliac crest, obliques, QL fascia, intercostals, lats, pecs, shoulders, neck — and how they all talk to each other. Sidelying also gives us something most massage doesn’t: movement. The client can participate. Reach. Rotate. Breathe. And become more aware of where their body is in space. That combination — access + movement — helps us find new ranges of motion without forcing anything. #massagetherapy #dmv #washingtondc #painrelief #wellness
I love working with clients in sidelying. Not just because it’s comfortable — but because it opens access to areas that often get skipped. From this position, we can explore the edge of iliac crest, obliques, QL fascia, intercostals, lats, pecs, shoulders, neck — and how they all talk to each other. Sidelying also gives us something most massage doesn’t: movement. The client can participate. Reach. Rotate. Breathe. And become more aware of where their body is in space. That combination — access + movement — helps us find new ranges of motion without forcing anything. #massagetherapy #dmv #washingtondc #painrelief #wellness
Most people try to stretch or roll it out. 🔄  Here’s the confusing part abou...
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Most people try to stretch or roll it out. 🔄 Here’s the confusing part about the triceps 👇
 We don’t usually want to loosen up the triceps, they need toning more than they need loosening, but loose on the surface is accompanied by very tight down near the bone, deep in the fascia along the humerus. That’s why I’m not just pressing here. ✋ I have the client gently reach their elbow toward me… then relax.
While they move, I work progressively deeper (think about getting close to the bone), marching my fingers toward the armpit and the backside of the arm. Think of the triceps like the quad of the arm —
big, wide, and layered. 
The long head of the triceps weaves right between the Teres Major and Teres Minor muscles and ties into the underside of the shoulder blade. So this isn’t “loosening the triceps.”
It’s giving it space to organize, load, and actually do its job. ⚙️ Smart work beats harder work.
Every time. 🎯 #Triceps #bodybuilding #massagetherapy #washingtondc #dmv
Most people try to stretch or roll it out. 🔄 Here’s the confusing part about the triceps 👇
 We don’t usually want to loosen up the triceps, they need toning more than they need loosening, but loose on the surface is accompanied by very tight down near the bone, deep in the fascia along the humerus. That’s why I’m not just pressing here. ✋ I have the client gently reach their elbow toward me… then relax.
While they move, I work progressively deeper (think about getting close to the bone), marching my fingers toward the armpit and the backside of the arm. Think of the triceps like the quad of the arm —
big, wide, and layered. 
The long head of the triceps weaves right between the Teres Major and Teres Minor muscles and ties into the underside of the shoulder blade. So this isn’t “loosening the triceps.”
It’s giving it space to organize, load, and actually do its job. ⚙️ Smart work beats harder work.
Every time. 🎯 #Triceps #bodybuilding #massagetherapy #washingtondc #dmv
Most neck and trap work fails for one reason: we try to force tissue instead ...
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Most neck and trap work fails for one reason: we try to force tissue instead of teaching it to move. Here, I’m anchoring the upper trapezius and using the client’s own movement to do the work for us. Side-bending. Rotation. Gentle flexion. That movement lets the tissue glide, layer by layer, instead of fighting back. This isn’t about pressure. It’s about intention. That’s how real, lasting change happens. #massagetherapy #neck #dmv #washingtondc
Most neck and trap work fails for one reason: we try to force tissue instead of teaching it to move. Here, I’m anchoring the upper trapezius and using the client’s own movement to do the work for us. Side-bending. Rotation. Gentle flexion. That movement lets the tissue glide, layer by layer, instead of fighting back. This isn’t about pressure. It’s about intention. That’s how real, lasting change happens. #massagetherapy #neck #dmv #washingtondc
January 2026 is here, and our team has a few updates for you! ❄️✨  Here’s wha...
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January 2026 is here, and our team has a few updates for you! ❄️✨ Here’s what’s happening at Mexía Massage & Bodywork this month 👇 🔥 Bucky — Ready to help you start the year feeling better, moving easier, and recovering smarter. January availability: • Jan 11 at 4:00 PM • Jan 18 from 1:00–8:30 PM • Jan 25 from 3:00–8:30 PM A great time to get back on track with your bodywork. 🗓️ 🌿 Ryan — Now offering Sunday mornings, perfect for easing into your week with focused, thoughtful care. Available times: • Jan 11 at 8:00 AM • Jan 16 from 10:30 AM–1:00 PM • Jan 17 at 10:00 AM • Jan 18 from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM • Jan 25 from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM • Jan 30 from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM & 2:00 PM 🙏 Dario — Fully booked through the end of February. Thank you for the continued trust — please join the waitlist for cancellations. ❄️ Your continued support means the world to us — thank you for trusting our hands and our hearts.🤍 #massage #massagetherapy #selfcare #wellness #washingtondc
January 2026 is here, and our team has a few updates for you! ❄️✨ Here’s what’s happening at Mexía Massage & Bodywork this month 👇 🔥 Bucky — Ready to help you start the year feeling better, moving easier, and recovering smarter. January availability: • Jan 11 at 4:00 PM • Jan 18 from 1:00–8:30 PM • Jan 25 from 3:00–8:30 PM A great time to get back on track with your bodywork. 🗓️ 🌿 Ryan — Now offering Sunday mornings, perfect for easing into your week with focused, thoughtful care. Available times: • Jan 11 at 8:00 AM • Jan 16 from 10:30 AM–1:00 PM • Jan 17 at 10:00 AM • Jan 18 from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM • Jan 25 from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM • Jan 30 from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM & 2:00 PM 🙏 Dario — Fully booked through the end of February. Thank you for the continued trust — please join the waitlist for cancellations. ❄️ Your continued support means the world to us — thank you for trusting our hands and our hearts.🤍 #massage #massagetherapy #selfcare #wellness #washingtondc
2025 was full of amazing moments, growth, and learning. We’re excited for a 2...
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2025 was full of amazing moments, growth, and learning. We’re excited for a 2026 filled with new memories, continued growth, and being surrounded by wonderful people.
2025 was full of amazing moments, growth, and learning. We’re excited for a 2026 filled with new memories, continued growth, and being surrounded by wonderful people.

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