Our profession cannot decide what to call it: Onsite Massage, Chair Massage or Seated Massage. But Seated Massage has made a very impactful statement on the massage profession over the last twenty years.

It is one of the fastest growing disciplines within the scope of practice. The reason for this growth is manyfold. It makes it easier for people to do business with us. Seated Massage permits that first time client to experience our work with their clothes on and without being covered in oil or lotion. The cost of the massage is less and the benefits are great.

What do you need to do to be successful with the use of a massage chair as a delivery system for your work?

First, a good foundation is a necessity. Most massage schools (please note here I said most, not all) do not teach an adequate course on this material. Too many students are winging it or improvising their system. When taking a journey to success, it shortens the time to get there if you avail yourself of someone who has already made the trip. Take a class from someone who has a Seated Massage business and is knowledgeable of the work.

Secondly, be prepared to be flexible. Coming out of a treatment room adds a lot of variables to your activities, rather than being discombobulated by variations know they are going to come and be prepared.

Third, make a professional presentation of your work. Once you are out of the treatment room you are in the public eye. This is a good thing but comes with the added responsibility. Be, Look and Act the Role of a Professional in your personal demeanor, your work area and your actions.

Fourth, know the act of doing Seated Massage is only one of the reasons we are at a location. We are there to prospect for new clients, be sure to bring business cards and brochures and/or informational pieces to hand out. We are there to disseminate information on massage, bring appropriate materials.

And lastly, and very important, Smile, Be Friendly and Be a Good Listener.

Raymond Blaylock has been teaching massage therapy since 1976. He has spent the last 21 years developing applications for using massage chairs for stress relief, clinical and rehabilitation applications, and almost 10 years with the AVEDA Corporation creating salon and spa applications. He produced the top selling Seated Massage Technique Video in 1994 and the Seated Stone Experience in 2004. His event massage services business, Rejuvenation Destination has done conventions, trade shows and wellness programs for the last 20 years all over North American and Europe. Raymond has taught his educational programs in over 60 schools in the U.S, Canada, the UK and the Netherlands. He is one of the former founding Co-Executive Directors of the AMTA National Sports Massage Team and the former National Director of Public Relations for the AMTA.

Raymond Blaylock is a frequent contributor to magazines, trade journals and newspapers. He lives in Tampa, FL
Contact Raymond Blaylock at:
email: Raymond@seatedmassage.com
Blog: http://www.seatedmassage.com

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