How many hours /days a week do you work as a massage Therapist ?

by Dominika Stackowicz

Aug 1, 2013

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to start working in massage therapy in October ( I had a baby 6 months ago, right after I graduated from school).
I want to work part time and already have a job offer. I can make my own schedule so I work as little or as much as I want.
I'm trying to figure out what days should I work to have the biggest possibility to have a full schedule. I'm planning on working 10h a week.
I shoul add we have a big community of stayed at home moms .
I would work in new open. Pilates , yoga and massage studio.
Anybody is working in a place like that?
What are the most common days people schedule appointments? During week or weekends?
Any advice?
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    Dominika Stackowicz

    That's what my husband said that I should have pretty open schedule and just limit the number of massages. So if for example my week will be full of 10 massages even by Wednesday that is it.

    Is that a good idea? Because I have a almost 7 month old baby and I stayed home until now, it would be hard to do more. I will start with 10 massages and if I would like more i can always increase it.
    Oh one more question has anyone done complementary massages ( with membership) in health center? Did you get paid anything for that or you had to do it for free? Is it for marketing to get more clients?

    Aug 16, 2013

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    Steven Pauly

    One thing to consider, if it hasn't been mentioned already, is your physical condition. If you are well conditioned, then you can jump in at any pace. But, if it has been a while since  your last job, you may want to ease into it to give yourself some time to build up. Also, consider your stretching, water and mental/spiritual habits. Remember, protect yourself first, or you'll be out of the game in no time. 

    Aug 16, 2013

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    Dominika Stackowicz

    Thank you Steven for reminder. I never worked in massage therapy other than school so I am a beginner.
    After having a baby I forgot basics about self care as well
    So I do need to remember that.
    I guess the most scared I am of somebody having a serious condition and consulting it with a doctor. I need to review everything before going to work that's for sure!

    Aug 17, 2013