Therapeutic Massage in NW Calgary

Restore balance through the power of touch with a legally blind Registered Massage Therapist.

David Balfour is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in NW Calgary who brings a careful, assessment-based approach to every treatment. As a legally blind therapist, he has developed highly refined palpation skills and a strong clinical focus on how each client’s body moves and responds.

Every session begins with a thorough conversation and, when appropriate, targeted assessment, ensuring treatment is always purposeful, personalized, and results-focused.

Personalized Massage Therapy Focused on Real Life

Massage room in the Collective with massage table covered in a blue sheet, plants on a shelf, wall art, David's dog, Trooper, is lying on his bed in one corner
David and his black lab guide dog, Trooper. David wearing sungllasses is holding a white guide cane in his right hand and Trooper in his left. Sitting outside with green trees in the background

Meet David & Trooper

David Balfour is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in NW Calgary who takes a thoughtful, assessment-based approach to care. As a legally blind therapist, he relies on highly refined palpation skills and clear clinical reasoning to understand how each client’s body moves and responds. Every treatment is tailored to reduce pain, improve function, and support each client’s goals in a professional, respectful environment.

David works alongside his black lab guide dog, Trooper, who helps him navigate both daily life and the clinic. In the treatment room, Trooper is calm and well-mannered, contributing to the relaxed atmosphere. While always professional on the job, he’s also known for his enthusiastic full-body wiggle when greeting familiar clients.

What David Does

Therapeutic Relaxation

A blend of advanced techniques and slow, relaxing strokes that calm the nervous system and ease tension.

Deep Tissue

Slow, targeted pressure that breaks up deep tension and delivers strong, lasting relief.

Cupping

A suction-based technique that frees restricted fascia, boosts circulation, and speeds recovery.

RAPID NeuroFascial Reset

A fast, neuro-based technique that frees restricted fascia, reduces pain, and improves movement in minutes.

Kinetic

Kinetic massage mobilizes joints, loosens fascia, and retrains movement patterns for smoother, pain-free motion.


Where is David Balfour Massage?

David welcomes all clients at The Natural Health Collective. A curated collective of independent natural health practitioners, therapists and wellness specialists. in Capitol Hill, NW Calgary

Unit 1, 1607 20 Avenue NW, Calgary. Free on-site parking!

Front door and wood sign of The Natural Health Collective, potted flowers in the foreground
Common area in the Collective with floating shelves full of potted plants. There is a gray couch, a wooden bench, a wicker chair, a white cabinet, and a small white table. Curtains are on the window, allowing natural light to brighten the space.

Massage lengths and prices

  • 30-minute – $70

  • 60-minute – $110

  • 75-minute – $130

  • 90-minute – $160

  • 30-minute Lower Leg & Foot – $60

  • Cupping is included at no extra cost!

What David’s Client’s Think

Questions?

  • No! It is up to you what to wear during your massage. You will be covered by a sheet throughout the massage. Only the part of the body that is being treated will be uncovered.

  • David attended Mount Royal University and graduated from the 2200-hour massage therapy diploma program.

  • Your appointment time is reserved just for you. A late cancellation or no-show leaves a hole in the therapist’s day that could have been filled by another client. As such, David requires 24 hours notice for any cancellations. Clients who provide less than 24 hours notice or miss their appointment may be charged a cancellation/no-show fee of $75. You cannot submit cancellation or no-show fees to your insurance company.

  • David does not direct bill to insurance companies. But not to worry, David is approved for reimbursements! You will be provided with an invoice via email for reimbursement from your insurance company.

    You can pay with all major credit cards, debit or E-transfer (before leaving). Card billing is done via Square Canada. If you want to pay in cash please bring the exact amount, David does not keep change on hand.

  • No. David’s services are available in-clinic only – at Unit 1, 1607 20th Ave NW Calgary, AB

  • Absolutely! Upon arrival, David will discuss your needs and preferences to create a treatment plan. It’s not uncommon for clients to request only upper or lower body focus or to skip areas of the body where massage is uncomfortable or not preferred.

  • 30-minute – $70 | 60-minute – $110 | 75-minute – $130 | 90-minute – $160 | 30-minute Lower Leg & Foot – $60

    Cupping is always included at no extra cost!

  • Yes! First-time clients can enjoy a 60-minute massage for just $90!
    David also has referral incentives. Refer a friend or family member to David Balfour Massage and you will receive $20 off your next massage!

  • Still want more information?

  • Contact David directly by email with your question

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A lit tea candle on a decorative ceramic holder with a face design, in a dimly lit room.