RobOsideCMT's Massage Interview
Do you remember your first client ? Tell us something about that first day when you decided to be a Masseur!
I do remember my first client after graduating from Mueller. Although I had done very well in my classes and everyone that I had worked on so far said I was really good, I couldn't help but be very nervous. It was kind of strange performing the massage on someone who didn't know what I was going to do. Well, the client fell asleep pretty fast, so I knew he was relaxed...
Some people say that being a Masseur is addictive. Would you miss your Masseur days ?
Yes, it is addicting. I have not always done massage. I've had and still do have other types of work, but massage is something very special. It's a great feeling that you know you made someone feel better.
Do you consider yourself a successful Masseur?
Yes, I do. I think learning is a sign of success, and I'm always learning and improving. To me, that is successful.
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 a very, very down to earth guy. I don't have a big ego and am very "chill."
How would you like someone that contacts you for a massage to feel when they leave?
I hope they feel much more relaxed, limber, and in good spirit.
What are your hobbies, what do you like to do in your spare time?
Photography and film.
Why did you become a Masseur?
My dad is a massage therapist--one of the best around. Growing up he would often practice certain techniques on me or others in my family. I remember being especially amazed when I complained of a very bad headache, and he worked on my finger tips and my headache went away.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to be a Masseur?
Go to school and learn how to massage. Ask some friends if you can try some techniques on them. Always ask for feedback.
What distinguishes you from all the other Masseurs?
I'm told that I have something special to my touch. What it is exactly, not sure. Someone just recently said my hands felt like hot stones. Other people mention heat coming from my hands. So hot hands?
How long have you been a Masseur and how long do think you'd like to continue?
I've done massage on and off for roughly five years.
How often do you travel? Do you prefer to travel or are you more of a homebody?
I don't travel as much as I'd like. I have traveled abroad, though, and always love seeing new places. I also really love traveling to other states.
With that said, I absolutely have no problem staying local. I live in Oceanside, and I just love it here.
Is extensive training necessary for a Masseur in order to be successful?
I don't think so. I think you either have the touch or you don't.
Basic training is definitely essential so don't hurt or injure someone during a massage. But "extensive" training, probably not. I had fellow students in school that knew how to do the techniques, but when they performed them, it was not at all relaxing.
It really comes down to the touch.
How do you like clients to feel about the experience when they leave?
I like them to feel much more relaxed, loose, and in good spirits.