A sharing and a question

[Come to chat!]

Hello. I found this forum while searching the internet, and I thought it would be neat if I could share my story with you all, while asking a question out of curiousity.

I'm 18 years of age, and I am a high school senior. Definately a very stressful year! Last month, I took it upon myself to, for the betterment of my health, get a massage on a day off. I left the clinic feeling extremely revitalized and very healthy and vibrant, and as relaxed as could be. To say the least, I was in heaven.

So, I went and splurged and had another one today. Same feeling. Its awesome, and it seriously helps me to actualize and focus, as well as to just keep at my best. I've determined that, since I'm lucky that I have a well paying job, I want to make this a monthly thing. Anything to keep me up to such standards is anything I'll participate in; its worth it.

I just wanted to share that because I wanted all the therapists on here to know that I'm starting early and I'm glad I have been; to be one step ahead and able to have that focusability is just an awesome feeling. And, to keep a level head in stressful times....I couldn't ask for more. So in a way...I'm thanking you all for doing what you do and making the world healthy and happy!

But my question to the therapists on here is: do you see many people my age doing what I'm doing, that is, going once monthly as a relaxor? I'm sure its bizarre for many to see people so young, but its still just a curiousity I had. Thanks muchly!

 

[Eternity]

Thank you for sharing your story!

I commend you for starting such a healthy practice of massage so early for all of the reasons that you have mentioned.

My practice is relatively new, so I don't see too many teenagers. However I have seen clients in their early 20s, and my youngest so far was just 8.

 

[boom10]

Thank you for the praise!

I was your age when I started massage school and have been getting massages ever since.

While the majority of my clients are over the age of 30 - I do have some younger clients. Everyone benefits.

It is never too early to start taking care of yourself - Good for you!

 

[rebbyshy1]

I agree, Thank you for sharing!! Actually made me smile today

My youngest client so far has been 13, he only came twice. I do, however have a client that is 19 and she comes every 2 weeks just cause she likes it. Plus she says her b/f won't massage her without her begging. So she would rather pay someone to massage her and not deal with the begging.

 

[Stirfry0]

I don't have that many, unless their parents are paying for it. I do get a few more around SAT time due to the stress factor. I also have a few student athletes that come for various overuse strains or preventive treatment.

 

[Marlena Searcy]

My first massage was at age 12. My parents thought I should have one.

It was great!

In my practice I don't have anyone below the age of 22, however, I believe you are doing something very good for yourself. I see a good number of geriatric clients, and I bet they wish they had started earlier.

Think of yourself as not only a trendsetter, but as one who is smart in the "ancient ways" of doing things!

Welcome to the wonderful and healthy world of massage!!

 

[?Sansa?]

Oh I thank everyone for replying and being so supportive. You all are so nice and very kind. I wanted to pass that along.

And see, let it be known, the price is absolutely worth it. What I am paying for my health's upkeep and the experience is worth it. Goodness knows as tiring as a job as it must be for you all, and as great an experience as I've had, you all charge too little for all you do. Not that I'm asking for a rate increase

I'm glad I've started young. I'm sure its startled a few, but hey...you've won over someone's health. Is there much greater?

 

[Ruby T]

I'm 19 and I try to get massages at least every 2 or 3 months. Just makes me feel so much better. I think I was 11 when I got my first one...and I plan on starting school within the next year or so! So yeah, massage is a wonderful thing, and it's great to hear about other people our age who are taking advaneforum.xxxe of well...all of its advaneforum.xxxes. =D

 

[Madison]

I've got several high school/undergrads who come in quite frequently. I think it's amazing when young people come in, because they're so psyched about the session, and they really bring a breath of fresh air into the office. Reminds me of when I was a kid, and my dad would take me in to get 30 minute massages...he'd take an hour, then let me get the last half hour.

Keep it up, as it does a world of good for your body and spirit. Recommend friends as well! I give student discounts, and if they bring in more, then I give 'em 10 bucks off for each person they refer.

 

[Spydr]

That's awesome. I'm so glad that you posted to share that with us. I saw a young lady just a few days ago who was so totaly impressed with massage therapy. She can't wait to tell her friends about it. To answer your question there aren't many coming in to my shop at your age. It is a money thing for sure, but I think many feel that they have to have a physical ailment to get a treatment. Starting early will give you a great heads up on preventing the postural disorders that we work on with most of our "elderly" clients.

I didn't get my 1st massage until I was 40! I got so hooked, I quit my job and went to massage therapy college and now do it for a living! (I wish I was back in school, I got many more massages myself then.)

 

[magul]

I actually have a few clients around your age. Some college students who come in when they are home on break. None who come in regularly who are going to college here though... yet. I give students a discount as I know money is often an issue. My own daughter is away at college and I started providing a student rate because I wish there were someone where she's going to school that was available to work on her for a fee she can afford. The stress of school is wearing on her and she's used to getting bodywork. I can't do it for her, but I can do it for someone else's child. And... I thought it might be cool to "grow" my own clientele *grins* Those college students will be professionals some day who have a lot of good things to say about therapeutic massage.

 

[Christine George]

And... I thought it might be cool to "grow" my own clientele *grins* Those college students will be professionals some day who have a lot of good things to say about therapeutic massage.

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Good one ib1gypsy!