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Written by Jim on 2010-06-18 15:58:48
Good article. I might add that MT's can practice in both environments and be successful, not hurting the reputation of either.
In short, there is need for therapeutic and relaxation massage. Educating the client as to the various types of massage and providing a worthwhile experience for them is mandatory.
Entrepreneurs will prefer to work solo or in a clinic or relaxation setting, with the only caveat being that they are partners or owners. Others will prefer to let other people take business risks as they are not entrepreneurs. |
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Written by Guest on 2010-06-10 19:34:29
I am an RMT who has worked in spa settings my entire career. I feel that this should not hinder the perception of massage therapy, and is actually a catalyst for furthering the profession. Many people who have never had a massage feel more comfortable booking in a spa setting \"just to relax,\" and have an opportunity to experience the vast benefits of massage. Further, many people who are given gift certificates to spas use them for massages, which they may not have otherwise booked. This opens a door to continued massage therapy through experience and education of the client.
Just because we work in spas does not make us less educated, or less capable. It also does not mean we are all doing less work! On the contrary, spa therapists do plenty of work!
I think it is also important to note that decreasing stress and increasing relaxation are PRIMARY aims of massage therapy, and a spa setting provides that better than any clinic I have ever been to. Clinics can be impersonal, busy, loud... the opposite of what people need to increase relaxation and decrease stress.
Spas are an escape, and for many people, that is EXACTLY what they need :) |
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Written by Guest on 2010-04-26 00:15:13
All through school I questioned whether I should work in a spa or clinic setting. I've worked in both settings since registration and find public perception is different, but not negating in either. We are ambasssidors of the profession wherever we seek employment. In the last six months I've come across such diverse settings where therapists work - it is truely amazing how far-reaching RMTs can be! It is up to us as individuals to continue adhering to our high standards set out by our governing bodies to maintain and 'augment' our public preception in the massage industry as a whole. |
Written by Michelle Olajide on 2010-02-01 09:26:15
Many new clients already think I can only massage their backs and necks.To then work in a spa would assume a knowledge of organic massage oils and not much else. There is a need to rework the image of spas as restorative and healing.Once it is established that a spa is more than fluff and buff the image of a professional massage therapist with actually working knowlege of the body is plausible to the public within this venue. |
