HandsandHeart's Massage Interview
Some people say that being a Masseur is addictive. Would you miss your Masseur days ?
I would miss it if I ever gave up doing massage. But it’s the clients that I would really miss.
Why did you become a Masseur?
I enjoyed receiving massage so much. And I enjoy helping other men release their stress and tension and feel better. Plus, the world needs more touch and intimacy.
Do you consider yourself a successful Masseur?
Since I’ve been helping men feel good and relaxed through massage for ten years or more, I’d say I’m very successful
How would you like someone that contacts you for a massage to feel when they leave?
It’s my hope that a client leaves feeling more relaxed and de-stressed and more comfortable in his body.
What are your hobbies, what do you like to do in your spare time?
Photography, people watching, painting, working out, comics
What advice would you give to someone who wants to be a Masseur?
First of all, learn to connect with all kinds of people. Recognize their value. Study as many modalities as you can but be as intuitive as possible with every client.
Do you remember your first client ? Tell us something about that first day when you decided to be a Masseur!
Back then, I was more focused on the technique than the connection so I wasn’t as focused on the needs of the guy in front of me as I am these days. I’ve learned since then that the connection is as important, if not more, than the technique.
What distinguishes you from all the other Masseurs?
I strive to make the client comfortable, from my cozy room to disrobing as much as the client does. And I keep rates low so people on a tight budget can receive a quality massage as well.
Tell us a little about yourself, if you were to pick something what would you like your clients to absolutely know about you?
I’m professional but I’m also easygoing. I am able to find where a person is carrying their stress. And I am conscious of what the person in front of me needs. That said, I’m open to the client communicating where they want me to focus or avoid
How often do you travel? Do you prefer to travel or are you more of a homebody?
I’m more of a homebody. Once in a while I may head out of town but I love SF so much that I usually stick around town when I want to chill.
How long have you been a Masseur and how long do think you'd like to continue?
I’ve done massage for about ten years and I hope to continue giving massage to men in need for another ten or twenty.
Is extensive training necessary for a Masseur in order to be successful?
Constant learning is a good thing, with any subject. It doesn’t always have to be restricted to returning to formal classes, though that’s not bad. I’m always taking mental notes whenever I trade massage with another massage therapist.
How do you like clients to feel about the experience when they leave?
I hope clients are more relaxed, less stressed, more connected to their bodies, and eager to come back for more.