April, 2010
How to be sure your next massage therapy appointment is a 60-minute massage hour and not the “rushed” 50-minute hour!
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010
Have you ever gone to a massage establishment where they offered an awesome price for a one-hour massage. Excited at the cost (usually $39) you booked the appointment never thinking twice. You arrive several minutes early at 2:50pm for paperwork and the usual dialogue associated with type of massage and the discomfort you may be experiencing. The therapist leaves you in the room to disrobe and prepare yourself for the massage. Your massage appointment time was scheduled at 3:00pm. You notice the clock reads 3:02pm just before you lay on the table. The therapist enters at 3:05pm and the massage begins. Somewhere between your back and feet you fall into a deep sleep. You awake to the therapist telling you to “take your time, we will see you up front” it’s now 3:50pm and your massage is complete. You pay and tip for your massage while thinking “where was the hour?”
Many massage places are known for this exact scenario. This is actually one of the ways to determine if you are in a massage studio that has your best interest in mind or theirs. To deliver a thorough massage the therapist typically needs 60 full minutes. The 50-minute massage will go by really fast and the therapist can’t fully work the full body in that amount of time. The franchised approach to massage has made the massage experience highly accessible yet generic and non-personal and this is just one other way that they have failed the massage profession. Prior to booking a massage you should always look at the fine print. It will usually state that your session will include a 50-minute massage session. This verbiage is usually nestled right under the special offer in a font size so small it is usually lost in the ad.
Why the 50-minute hour? It’s a simple way to schedule more and do less! Some places will even cut your massage contact time by as much as 15 minutes and tell you that this is time for the client to undress and re-dress. When was the last time it took you 15 minutes to take off and put back on your clothes?
The solution to this problem is to do your research. When you are selecting a new massage studio that you know nothing about, call and ask questions. Ask everything you want to know prior to scheduling your appointment. If the studio has a website, get familiar with it and if you still can’t find all the info there, call and ask more questions. A reputable massage studio will be upfront with you on massage time, cost, and any other details you want to query. You will find their website tobe easy to understand and full of information that will make it easy for you to book your massage appointment with confidence.
For this post I only discussed the 50-minute massage, but this 10-minute deduction occurs on every massage appointment (if the studio you choose has this as a policy.) Here’s my suggestion: If you have another massage studio to visit in your area, check with them before scheduling with the “50-minute massage place.” A massage studio that charges you the special rate for an hour and delivers only 50-minutes of massage time is more likely to scam you in other ways (i.e. massage membership contracts with no way out, no-show fees, required tips!) Look for the massage studio that offers 60-minutes of “contact time!” When you call and ask, say this: “The hour massage that you are advertising for $39, does that mean 60-minutes of massage contact time?” The response you receive will help you determine if you should book that appointment or keep looking for another place.
Thanks for reading!
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10 things you should know before your next massage therapy appointment that will help make your appointment amazing!
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010
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A Lutz Massage will leave your friends with massage envy. Lutz Massage now on facebook! Become a fan!
Tuesday, April 6th, 2010
Many of your family and friends have tried Lutz Massage and became fans for several really good reasons.
Lutz Massage is family owned and operated by massage therapist with over 16 years of experience. They offer a simple solution for a massage membership that will cost you only $10 a month that entitles you to 60 minute massages for $39 (and other service discounts!) The membership is month to month and is very easy to hold or cancel; no hassles! Lutz Massage members also has an Esthetician on staff who delivers relaxing, detailed, and custom skin care that is budget friendly. Lutz Massage may be one of the only massage therapy businesses that advertise a 60 minute massage and actually massage for 60 minutes, not 50 minutes (like most other businesses do!) Why should you have to pay to undress and redress losing valuable massage time? With soothing relaxing music, comfortably padded and heated massage tables, you will start to relax minutes before your massage session begins.
If your current massage therapy clinic doesn’t deliver some or all of the aforementioned points, you may be experiencing massage envy. Lutz Massage gladly serves Pasco, Hillsborough, and Pinellas county.
Become a fan today and schedule an online appointment today! Don’t take our word for it, try Lutz Massage yourself with our special Facebook Fan rate of $25 for the 30 minute session!
read what some of our clients are saying…….
“I saw Rochelle and she was awesome. She found knots in my back that I didn’t even know I had. She also suggested some exercises that I could do that would help with my posture issues. I recommend her and Lutz Massage. Very reasonable prices for quality services. Forget about chain massage clinics!” Michelle
“I have been a member for a couple years now and could not imagine going anywhere else. Each massage is absolutley wonderful. I always leave feeling completley relaxed and rejuvenated. I love that I can schedule my appt. online at my convienence and the schedule is so flexible. Thank you for two years of wonderful service.” Shannon
“I’ve been member for several years and could not be happier with the massages and excellent rates,.Rochelle is a great LMT who always works to my specific needs. Her great skill as a massage therapist and her kind demeanor always leave me feeling great!” Kathie
“Ray is excellent. Will really work on problem areas. Yet, I feel very relaxed by the end of the massage. I highly recommend Lutz Massage. Pleasant and considerate atmoshpere. I especially like being able to schedule my appointment online.” Brynne
“A family owned business yet very professional and customer-service oriented. Rochelle has mastered the art of massage and takes me to the “zone” every time. Ray is awesome as well. Lutz Massage rocks!” Karen
“I just got my first deep tissue massage from Ray and It was worth every penny. He worked and worked on those tension areas that was bothering me for so long. I just booked two more sessions! Lutz Massage has very affordable rates and a membership you can join to help you save even more. I am very pleased. Thanks Ray!!” Yolanda
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