Massage therapists: Do you like your career in massage? Any advice on massage school?

I have heard very different reviews. I know that there are seasonal ups and downs with the # of people coming and going from resort areas. Is it worth it? Can you make a living? Do the cons balance out the pros?Massage therapists: Do you like your career in massage? Any advice on massage school?
i'm not currently working as a massage therapist, but i'm in school and almost done. i have been doing clinic hours at our school with the public and i must say that the experiences i've had with massage so far are very rewarding. its definatley not a thankless job. your're helping people while relaxing them and the work is good exercise for your body as well. and there are always opportunities to learn more and expand your practice. many people start out working at spas, but you can always have your own practice part time on the side, with your own hours. with all the necessary practice massages you do during school, you're bound to pick up some clients with friends and family, who can refer you to more people.....and so on. its a very rewarding careerMassage therapists: Do you like your career in massage? Any advice on massage school?
Some people make a very good living this way.


I think it depends on several factors. One is personality and whether or not you can aggressively market yourself. That's not me.


I prefer to have my full time County job with retirement and benefits and do massage for $60 an hour on the side for extra cash.


Some people consider massage a luxury and in these times a lot of people simply don't have the money to spend on a regular basis.


However, if you are in an area of the county where alternative medicine is fully embraced and accepted, there will most likely be many people who seek out massage for its health benefits.


The McKinnon School of Massage and Body Work in Oakland California is an excellent school.


You need to be aware of what the requirements are for employment in your area after massage school. There are different hourly requirements, some require you to get a license (other than a business license). Things have changed since I was looking to make it my career.


I love giving a good massage and seeing the difference it makes in a person's life.


For a while I was doing 10 minute stress relief massages, but found that my hands were being strained by going full-force the entire time...whereas during a full-body massage you are able to rest your hands from time to time by using different strokes.


I'm glad you are asking your questions!


~hiddnstar~

mascara