IHM Pamper Evening

[C_LAYS]

Hi everyone,

I've just got home to a message on my answerphone asking me to do a pamper evening offering IHM at a local school. I'm very pleased of course - someone passed my details to them. Im a bit unsure though (and scared) as I've only been qualified a few months. What do I do about consultation forms - do I do that as normal (as this usually takes around 10 mins). Should I offer a 15 min routine?

I'd love to hear from anyone who has done these events as to how they organise themselves/what you offer/charge etc.

All anwers very gratefully received!

Thanks,

Raya

 

[Clearly just a Kat.]

Hi Raya

Congrats on getting your booking. Don't worry about how long you are qualified, we all have to start somewhere. As long as you are confident and know that you are doing the treatment safely.

Consultation forms - before the event, send or take CF's to the person who is running this evening. Ask them to give one to each person receiving the treatment and have it filled out prior to treatment, this will save you time.

Time - Adapt your treatment to 10/ 15/20 mins, this will depend on how many people you have to treat and how long you will be there.

Cost - pro rata per hour - e.g. if you charge £30 per hour then 10mins would be £5, 15mins would be £7.50 or 20 mins would be £10.

Hope this helps

E x

 

[Ted N]

Hi Raya

Well done for getting this booking - I've done quite a few and they're a lot of fun.

I prefer 15 minute clots and usually charge £10 for it. This ceiling is usually placed by the school, so check it out to see if the school you are booked for is doing the same thing.

I don't do consultation sheets for these events, because they take time to go through. Instead I have a list of contraindications on an A4 page in large print, which I ask them to read just before the treatment. Take towels, couch roll, wipes for your hands, a clock, table cover, your cards and leaflets with you. I usually try to make a nice display on a table and have a candle, or flowers.

It is quite important to keep to scheduled times, if someone is late getting to you it creates problems if you overun their alloted time, so try not to make everyone else late for one person. Is the school going to prebook your slots for you, some even take the money and you don't have to deal with that. Find out what they will be doing and how much they intend to charge for the pitch. They may also want a contribution for the school raffle.

Binah
x

 

[Poetic Genitals]

Thanks to you both for your replies - they are a great help. I've found out a bit more now. I don't pay for my spot - I just give 10% of my takings to the school. They want me to do 30 minute slots and they are happy with £10 for that but it will mean I do only 5 people if all goes to plan which has it's good/bad points. We have a diary on our tables and people come and book their own slots. My only fear is that nobody will want IHM and I'll be sat twiddling my thumbs! I have a bit of confidence building to do before then (next Thusday).

Anyway, I have some practice to do - thanks again.

Raya x

 

[peanut 2]

i can't really give you advice...but i just wanted to say that i definately don't think you will be twiddling your thumbs....when someone sees one person getting it done...they will all want it bring someone with you to do it on when you are waiting for people or in between slots
best of luck, you will do great and let us know how you get on x

 

[Sadaf]

Thanks beautystudent - I will let you know how it goes.

 

[Cee & Kay <3]

Hello Raya

Ooh, I think you're talking about the pamper evening at Fontmell Magna,aren't you?! I was going to do massage there but sadly I can't get a babysitter My friend Tracey is one of the organisers for the event. I hope you have a really successful evening and that it gives you lots of confidence. I'm a relative newbie too, and it's lovely to know there is another local therapist on these forums!

Let me know how you get on - hopefully I will be able to get involved if they run another event next year.

Susie x

 

[In a silent way]

Hi Susi, yes it is Fontmell Magna! What a shame you can't go - it would have been nice to meet up. I will pm you.

Thanks,

Raya x

 

[mommyof1]

Hi Raya,

I did my first Indulgence Evening offering IHM tasters (raising money for a local pre-school) a couple of weeks ago - and like you I was a bit nervous, especially knowing I was fully booked all evening. People booked up in advance via the organisers, as there were other therapists at the venue too.

I did 15 mins sessions at £5 each (the same as the other therapists), and then we were asked to give £10 to the organisers (although I gave £20 as I got a booking for a back, neck and shoulder massage the very next day!). I had 9 clients in total throughout the 2 hours I was there (730pm-930pm). We did run over a bit but then that was due to people booking in with other therapists too. It was pretty full on, and I didnt get a break, as once one person was late it had a knock on effect - but they were all very good about it, and enjoyed it too. As I explained to them, it was only a taster and usually takes 45 mins - so imagine how relaxed you would feel after that!!

In fact, I had people stopping by asking if I could squeeze them in before the end ... unfortunately I didnt have any time left, but managed to get them to take a leaflet or biz card away!! In all, Ive got 3 bookings in the diary since then which is good, one of which has already had a full body massage treatment and is rebooking - bonus!

I also met some really nice people; another therapist who wants to do a therapy swap (excellent! when do we get to indulge ourselves eh!) and a lady who has recommended me to another fayre organiser to offer IHM tasters. Its a great opportunity to meet other like-minded therapists and you get to hear about other events too!

I invested in desktop display stand, which I put my banner on and some posters detailing the therapies that I offer, prices, biz cards, gift vouchers, brochures/leaflets - which I was/am very pleased with. An investment worth making, and one which will get used alot in the future!

I did have a mini consultation form (ideas Id collated from this site - thanks everyone!) on the table, I asked them to review the contraindications to confirm nothing untoward affected them, and then got them to fill in their contact details - well as much as they wanted too (no pressure!), and got them to sign it (I did explain it was for their benefit (health/protection/insurance), and if they wanted me to contact them in the future).

It was a great experience, and I would definately do it again!

I wish you every success with your event!

 

[cassie7373]

They can be a good source of new clients, but be prepared for a busy evening! I find it very tiring as you can be working non-stop for 2/3 hours.