ABOUT US

The SportBodyWork Method

The Sportbodywork Method ™ was born in 1996 when Paul graduated from Maui Academy of Healing Arts. It was a light bulb moment to understand that not every Massage Therapist had the same interest level in helping people heal from muscle and joint pain.

Our method takes into consideration the way muscles and joints should work and how dysfunction in the body causes pain and most importantly how to reverse those injuries to get the quickest results with the least time. The Sportbodywork Method ™ is a hybrid of assessing what’s wrong, correcting movement and treating and educating humans that come into our clinic.

From there, years went into training in each modality that even vaguely offered some benefits. Thousands upon thousands of dollars spent on continuing education, certificates for the walls of the clinic, and techniques to add to his toolbox.

This process of studying and curating the exact techniques necessary to care for every single muscle and joint injury was exhaustive and took years but streamlining it to a very simple formula has meant that Paul could teach his methodology to anyone for similar results.

Treating the whole person using a formula of Assessment, Correcting Movement, and Education to rehab muscles, regain range of motion, improving function, and ridding the body of dysfunction results in pain free movement that have alluded other therapists, including orthopedic doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists and more.

Some of the techniques that our method is based on and is curated from is Orthopedic Massage, Sports Massage and Deep Tissue massage. Our orthopedic therapy treatment may include Pin and Stretch Deep tissue, Strain CounterStrain, Soft Tissue Release, Taping, Blading, Scraping, and Cupping as well as others.

We look forward to adding your success story to our testimonials. If you are unfamiliar with our work, please go check out our content on Instagram or YouTube. If you have more questions check the FAQ section, or use this contact form to reach out.

Meet our team

Paul Parsons
Founder of The Sportbodywork Method of
treating muscle and joint imbalances

Paul is a nationally board certified massage therapist educator who has developed The Sportbodywork Method for getting out of muscle and joint pain. He works to rehab your muscle and joints using manual therapy, education, and corrective movements.

His system includes an assessment of your baseline movement, including any muscle and joint restrictions, to uncover the cause of the pain and create a treatment plan that will get you out of pain in the quickest time possible. His team of maintenance therapists will then keep you out of pain through regular maintenance treatments.

Paul says: “It’s much cheaper to maintain a car then to fix a car.” Using that analogy for the body, his system is designed to get to the problem in treatment #1, and his goal is to get you to at least 50-80% better from this treatment. He gets these results because he’s not working in the area of pain, but the root cause of the pain. And his method incorporates movement, traditionally not done in his field.

Paul has developed a movement library with over 100 videos available for Free to our in-person members of our program. If you are not on Maui, use our online option found here.


Paul is a nationally certified board approved massage education provider (AP# 1001047)

Paul's work has been written about in: FOX news, USAtoday, NBC, CBS, Digitaljournal, and Google News.

Paul is a graduate of:
Gokhale Methods Foundation Teacher Certification (posture course)
Center for Pain Management - Orthopedic Massage Certification British Sports Therapy (Soft Tissue Release)
Myofascial Release Upledger Institute - Lymph Drainage and Craniosacral Level 1 & Level 2
Kinesiology Taping Certification (FMT and Blades)
Functional Range Conditioning
Certified FRC Mobility Specialist, Dr Andreo A Spina, Founder

There is often a two week wait to see Paul, so if you see an appointment grab it! If it's muscle-related, (and most issues are just by the sheer numbers of muscles in your body,) we can help. We often hear Paul ask this question: "Is there a position you can get into that lessens the pain?"  If you answered yes, book an appointment with Paul today and get on the road to recovery.
*All treatments with all therapists are clothed (stretchy workout clothing is recommended).

Tricia Gosselin
Sports Massage Specialist
*All treatments with all therapists are clothed (stretchy workout clothing is recommended).

Tricia is an extremely dedicated LMT and a devoted individual. When she's not here in the office, you can find her coaching at Level Up gym in Kahului. She is a super quick learner--always asking questions, wanting to learn more, and always ready to put into practice what she's learning.

Tricia always goes the extra mile to get to the root of the problem and cares very deeply for each individual she treats on the table. A local girl from Maui and a super team player, Tricia is always game-on when it comes to getting someone the treatment they need.

Tricia is currently offering The Sportbodywork Method Sports Massage and is in in our Sportbodywork school to help you recover from injuries.

She is our go-to for maintenance, an awesome sports massage to get you back to homeostasis, and help with tension and tight muscles.

Extremely good at communicating and coaching you to get where you need to go, she will give you a personalized treatment within the range of a sports massage.

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Client Reviews

Absolute 10 star experience! Not only have had my needs listened to and addressed thoroughly, but even the therapist's touch is brilliant and intuitive. I am a therapist of 22 years but have referred clients here for trickier cases needing a lot of technical knowledge. Most technically advanced MT I've been to!
Karen Stavash, LMT
I can't recommend Paul highly enough! I've been working with Paul for well over 15 years both as a client and fellow colleague in the business. I can't fix my own neck, shoulder or hip issues! But i know Paul can! It's such a great feeling to say i need this or that done and he know exactly what to do. I love that he's not stuck in his own ego trip or opposed to trying something i feel my body's asking for. I greatly appreciate that! Paul is a top notch body worker! His knowledge and skill is fantastic, he understands the bodies complex movements and he always explains how to do self improvement to help make the massage last even longer so ultimately you feel great in your skin for a lot longer! He's not always easy to get in to see but you won't regret the wait time and he is worth every penny! Thank you Paul!
Joy Vasquez
I'm so happy to have finally found SportBodyWork. Paul has helped my shoulder pain and weakness so much that it has changed my fear that the only option was shoulder surgery. Being that every part of my life and work is physically active, dependent on my shoulders, i feared that surgical route. He has worked with my shoulder in strengthening the correct muscles and releasing the ones that were overworking and straining and now i am finally sifting and able to slowly get back to the life and job | love of teaching aerial arts and yoga - with minimal downtime! He's worth it!! | encourage you to make the investment in yourself to heal your
Dre Fors
I have been going to sportbodywork for about a year now. Paul has helped me with everything from healing my injuries to weekly tune ups for crossfit and lifting. I always leave happy and my body feels so much better afterwards. I will always recommend Sportbodywork to others, it is the best place you can go!
Kellie Fiebig
I've done everything known to man to repair my body. I'm a very active 44 year old, and as you get older, recovery is the key. Paul Parsons is the absolute best! | see him once a week, whether i have a tweak somewhere , or just for maintenance. And i appreciate all the extra drills and exercises he gives me for homework. It's very hard to find a good bodywork person, I'm happy i found Paul.
Jimmy Tanaka
This place is amazing and i highly recommend them. I play a lot of sports and get a lot of massage to help with my recovery, but never have i found a place as informative as well as productive in terms of healing as SportBodyWork. Thanks Paul and awesome team!
Nick Ponte
A few years ago after hiking Haleakala crater (13 miles), i commented that i thought it was strange that the only parts of my body that hurt were my hips. Paul immediately replied that this was likely due to weak glutes. I never would have put this together on my own, but after a few sessions with Paul and some serious effort at the gym, i have seen a huge improvement.
Stephanie Ruyle
Paul and his team have always provided me with fabulous massage, cupping, and scraping to relieve back and joint pain. They are very skilled, knowledgeable and friendly. Always well worth a visit with them.
Roben Hagen
I've been training and competing in Crossfit for six years. During that time i have had battles with injuries that are typical to the sport of crossfit. Through it all, Paul has always been there to help me work through them and enable me to continue my training and prepare for competitions. From a major rotator cuff injury, Achilles tendinitis, and several bouts of lower back pain, Paul has always found a way to help me keep moving. Whether it be a serious injury, Or just standard body maintenance, i know that whenever i see Paul for an appointment I'm going to walk out feeling better. I would certainly recommend Paul to any serious athlete, or anyone who just wants to move better and live pain-free.
Alan Duarte
As a climber, ultra-runner, snowboarder, surfer, cross-fit athlete and former competitive mountain biker and triathlete who moved here from Boulder, CO, I've had at least my fair share of injuries. I have thus also received body work and sports therapy from some of the best in the field. Two years ago i had surgery to repair a 100% tear in part of my rotator cuff, but resulting complications left me still unable to surf or fully use my shoulders in a manner that regular PT and massage were unable to address. After just two sessions with Paul, I was able to start SUP boarding again and i also resumed heavier lifting. Paul's exceptional and unique blend of a multitude of modalities, passion and intuition for the field, and 20+ years of experience make him of the best therapists around, and i trust my body to him completely.
Julie Durham
Kory is an amazing LMT! He's worked with my family and | for a few sessions and he definitely works wonders. He's very knowledgeable and passionate about his work. Not only are you getting a great sports massage, you're also getting informed and educated along the way. Kory has healing hands and makes every experience as comfortable and informative as possible. Mahalo piha, Kory!.
Roann Viloria
Kory is the best! He is kind, knowledgeable and will definitely work you out! i would highly highly recommend him, especially if you are looking for a deep therapeutic lomi. Trust me you will not regret it! You will be hooked!
Kyla Wayas Kapaku
I've been working with Kory since he started. He always knows exactly what i need to get my body right. And he he has always been there in case of emergency. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM
Adam Evert
I love this team. Paul is super knowledgeable and is able to give simple solutions to achieve a pain free body. He does require you to do your part but it's worth the work. Aran is also super helpful and responds to text and emails quickly to address concerns. Their virtual appointments are great. The only thing that would be better is if i lived on Maui and could go in person for my sessions. So happy to have this team in my life!
Nekia Evans
Kory was awesome. He helped with my hip and back pain. The only place i go for physical therapy is Sportbodywork.
Venjie Bumanglag
I was lifting and doing heavy squats when i went to see Paul for a pinch in my hip and a sore knee from overcompensating for the hip. Within two sessions both were back to normal! He is an expert in his field and I'm 100% confident he could help you with anything not quite right with your body. I highly recommend him and his team! Don't wait!
Anela Sanchez
Kory was outstanding! He's extremely knowledgeable and i appreciate the attention to detail. As a bodybuilding athlete, it's crucial for range of motion & muscle activation to be up to par—Kory is an essential part to my recovery routine.
Shayla Guzman
Kory made my hurt so much less ☹️💛 thank you bro ...
Emily Krakoff
Extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Highly recommended!
Johnathan Acosta
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