Alex Ruiz BA, CMT, AOS

Alex Ruiz is Colombian born Canadian citizen who traveled to Boulder from Miami solely for the purpose of practicing massage therapy; He stayed because of the healthy lifestyle living in Colorado offers. 

Alex understands the tolls life events can have on the body. He has personal experience being treated as a highly active young adult, semi professional soccer player and from being multiple motor vehicle collisions to name a few. Alex continues as an athlete in both organized sport and just for fun.

Throughout his massage career, Alex has learned that no two sessions are alike. Everyone has their own set of life experiences and a unique relationship to their body, which deeply affects their personal massage style preferences and needs. This understanding enables Alex to utilize his training and life experiences to tailor each session to the individual, treating many ailments and relieving pain symptoms at the source.

Alex enjoys blending modalities to better fit the needs of his clients. He utilizes treatment oriented bodywork to soothing, relaxing Swedish massage with fluid three dimensional contact and accessing the subtle energy system.


Alex received training at the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration in 2016 and graduated with more than the 1,000 hours required from the Boulder College of Massage Therapy in 2008 and additionally received his Associates in Occupational Studies (AOS) the following year, in 2009. Alex’s focus was in Orthopedic and Sports Massage. In 1998 he attained his Mastership in the Usui method of Reiki energy healing. Alex is a professional member of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP).

In his spare time he loves to learn, camp, hike, bike, play soccer, yoga and contemplating the question of life, the universe and everything.

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"I believe in the innate wisdom of the body; given an adequate platform of support, motivation, and guidance, I believe the human body can heal, excel and thrive in today’s society." - Alex Ruiz