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This group will discuss all about getting started. We will need some experience for guidance and references as well, I hope everyone will help these beginners across the bridge.
Website: http://www.worldmassagefestival.com
Location: world wide
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Latest Activity: Oct 16, 2019
Lots of Questions
I am getting a lot of questions from therapists just starting out and thought maybe a discussion group could serve as a reference point for them.
This time of transition is a delicate time. So many therapists lose confidence. Do not let this be you. This group is here to help you make it. You ARE one of us!
There is now an alliance forming for therapists and students at the Massage Therapy Alliance of America. Click on this link for details http://www.mtaamassage.org
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Save The Trees, Check Out Soapvault 2 Replies
I stumbled across this and think it's an excellent idea!Too much paperwork for your SOAP notes that kill a lot of trees and take up valuable office space. Now for only $9 a month, you can truly 'go…Continue
Started by Laurie Weber. Last reply by Mark Volkmann Apr 30, 2013.
Which Body Part is the BEST to Use to Perform a Massage? 2 Replies
Our latest blog post reveals the good and bad of using various body parts to work…Continue
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Started by Lauriann Greene, CEAS. Last reply by Lauriann Greene, CEAS Nov 29, 2011.
No-Mind Massage Therapy
~ I've written up a blog post that may assist fellow massage therapists, especially new massage therapists. Hopefully you will reach this 'epiphany' quicker than I did, if you haven't already …Continue
Started by Las Vegas Massage In Summerlin Aug 16, 2011.
Is it a good idea to go into private practice without field experience? 10 Replies
ok. so here is the question. I am a massage therapy student. I will be graduating in september. Two of my classmates want me to join them in renting a commercial property right after we are all…Continue
Started by christina. Last reply by christina Jul 14, 2011.
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Comment by Gloria Coppola on January 26, 2010 at 7:00pm
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Today's Blog: Why would you work in a spa?
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Comment by Darcy Neibaur on January 23, 2010 at 6:21pm
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Ray I work for Massage Envy in Pensacla, FL. They opened up last May and I love it. We have 3 guys working there and they are not taken advantage of at all. Actually at this point the girls are doing the bulk of the work. Female clients have to be okay with a Male therapist and many want females only. To me, I do not care. I work 4 days a week 5 hours shifts except for Sundays I only work 4 hours. Yes, they have asked me to take on more hours and clients. I have said no to them. Ocassionaly I will work a 6 hour day but not often. I do no nore than 4 massages in a day. That was the advice given to me early on and I am sticking to it as I do not want to burn out or injure myself. I do not do Deep pressure massages.Massage Envy respects that as most clients do not want Deep they want to relax and have a firm pressure. Massage Envy also paid for me to be certified in Hot Stones Massage and now I am doing about 4 of these sessiona a week. Also paid my full registration to the World Massage Conference as they are the Global Sponsor. Over 70 CEU's can be obtained there. Also a Sponsor for the World Massage Festival in Berea, KY June 17-21, 2010. www.worldmassagefestival.com. Check them out as they have the best prices on CEU's.
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Comment by Mike Hinkle on January 23, 2010 at 10:50am
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Hi Ray,
I'm with Dan. Sounds like a lot of "ifs", traveling, time a part and more school, costs, phone calls with the Nebraska aspects, just to have your own practice. And Ray, that just starts the work. Sometimes it is better to work for someone else for a while, save some coin and then strike out on your own. I know people that work for Massage Envy that are truly happy.
About the deep tissue, add more modalities to your toolchest. Don't just do deep. You're right if you burn out or are injured, it will be a shame, especially since you control that. At least you are thinking about it now. That means you will be watching for that.
It is the early days, in the profession. You will do well, Ray.
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Comment by Daniel Lopes on January 23, 2010 at 6:30am
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Ray,
First I think I would do what is best for you and your family. The Nebraska move sounds good, but just how good is it. I'd hate to make that move and find that it fell through. I would be very sure before I'd make that move if I was you. Bottom line is talk things over with your wife and I'm sure things will work out. Good Luck.....Dan
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Comment by Ray Holden on January 22, 2010 at 11:11pm
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A little advice, if you don't mind...
I have a question about what I should do once I graduate and have my license.
My ultimate goal is to work with athletes providing sports and deep tissue massage, and whatever else that would incorporate. Right now though, I'm strugling with what I should do once I leave school. I'm debating on whether or not I should go to work for one of the massage envy/heights type places just to get the experience, but I don't want to get burned out as I'm a big guy and I'm sure I'd be asked to do lots of deep work continuously in that situation.
I also have a friend that's almost done with his residency to be an orthopedic surgeon. He wants me to move to Nebraska with him to work on his patients, he'll be part of a partnership that works with University of Nebraska's athletic teams. That's awfully tempting since it would put me working with athletes faster, but my wife isn't fond of the cold weather and I would have to go through 500 more hours of school/training once I got there.
The last would be to start my own practice. I would stay at my current job and build up clientele during the evenings by providing out-call massage until I'm able to get my own place set up. The only thing is I don't know how long it will take to build the clientele up and I would be away from my family a lot, but I think it would only be short term.
What would ya'll suggest? I'm constantly going over these in my head and it would be nice to get a fresh perspective. Thanks in advance!
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Today's Blog: Massage for Haiti - Hands across America and beyond
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A career in massage is one of the greatest and most gratifying opportunities to give in a time of need.
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Massage for Haiti @ Privai Academy, Asheville, NC has some great items to raffle off.
If you want to buy a raffle ticket let me know. If you win, you pay for shipping costs.
1. On Site Massage Chair (Donated by Massage Warehouse)
2. Free registration to the World Massage Festival (donated by Mike Hinkle of WMF)
3. Thai Yoga Home Study DVD Course (Donated by Thai master Michael Buck)
Lots of other items coming in too! Jewelry, books, herbal baskets, gift certificates etc.
Contact me at gloria@privaiacademy.com
$1.00 each
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Does Networking Really Work?
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By Request: The Fascial System
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Today's Blog! Preparing for your massage exams.
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