TheraNine's Massage Interview
Do you remember your first client ? Tell us something about that first day when you decided to be a Masseur!
My first client was an on older gentleman who was stressed out with life and was in some serious need to relax. Life can be stressful and overwhelming at times, but it’s amazing what a massage can do to relieve some of the pressure caused by stress. After giving him a massage, a session he extended for 30mins, and a good chat with some laughs. Before he left he shook my hand grasping my with both of his. And he said, he had been feeling like he was at the breaking point. And just having someone to talk to and working on all the tension points of his body. That this was the best he has felt in a very long time.
Some people say that being a Masseur is addictive. Would you miss your Masseur days ?
I enjoy making people feel good, there is a mutual benefit from where I see it.
Do you consider yourself a successful Masseur?
I’m lucky to be able to meet so many great people doing what I do. I am a successful masseur because I enjoy what I do.
Tell us a little about yourself, if you were to pick something what would you like your clients to absolutely know about you?
I think my clients enjoy the fact I am very relaxed and treat them like my friends. They can vent about anything they wanna talk about or drift away in a relaxing environment.
How would you like someone that contacts you for a massage to feel when they leave?
Happy that have just met the one of best therapist
What are your hobbies, what do you like to do in your spare time?
I love being active, enjoy taking my dog for a run up Runyon Canyon everyday. I am very handy, so I’m always fixing or restoring things. My other job is working with plants, a passion I’ve always had.
Why did you become a Masseur?
The flexibility of offering a great service when I’m not busy with any projects.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to be a Masseur?
It’s important to understand what a client wants and needs and to check in to see how they are feeling when you are working on them.
What distinguishes you from all the other Masseurs?
I think it’s my personality and the style in which I perform my massages. It’s well balanced with music, aromatherapy and clean relaxing environment.
How long have you been a Masseur and how long do think you'd like to continue?
I have been doing this for 9 years and plan to continue, besides helping people. It’s a great core exercise for me. ;-)
How often do you travel? Do you prefer to travel or are you more of a homebody?
I occasionally travel. Not a homebody.
Is extensive training necessary for a Masseur in order to be successful?
I think exposing yourself to varies techniques of therapy is very important.
How do you like clients to feel about the experience when they leave?
Amazing