Getting Started

The Basics of Getting Started As a Massage Therapist

Renaissance College Massage Basics

Want to become a massage therapist but don’t know where to start? Let’s go over the basics of getting started. Getting started: You will need to spend at an average, an entire year at a massage school before becoming a massage therapist. In addition to the learning theory, you will also have to complete a practical hands-on internship for a …

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Our Massage School: Teaching More Than Just The Basics

Renaissance College Massage Basics

Renaissance College: Our massage school teaches more than just the basics Renaissance College – Our Massage School teaches more than just the basics. We offers a 900 hour, accredited through ABHES, program that provides you with the foundation to create a successful and rewarding career as a massage therapist. Five Quarter Enrollment Dates enable you to have the flexibility to …

Difference Between Massages

What is the Difference Between Massages?

Renaissance College Massage Basics, Massage Therapy

Dear Renaissance College, I really need a massage, but I’m confused by the dozens of different types to choose from. What’s the difference between, like, a Swedish massage, a deep tissue massage, a cranial sacral massage, or a Shiatsu massage? How do I know which one to pick? I don’t want to be burned by stones… Signed, My Body Hurts …

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To Give, or Not To Give

Renaissance College Massage Basics

As the holidays approach, questions about what to give or receiving gifts from clients are more likely to come up. Two recent letters stimulated some points to ponder. One of my long-term clients often gives me gifts. Usually, they’re inexpensive–flowers from her yard, a book she thinks I’d like. However, recently she gave me costly tickets to a concert she …

Massage Therapy Visit

What Can I Expect in a First Massage Therapy Visit?

Renaissance College Massage Basics

What you should know before your first massage therapy visit Most people receive massages in a place that is designated for massage. The environments vary, but the most common is a commercial setting, such as a spa, wellness center, or massage clinic. However, massage is becoming increasing common in other settings such as hospitals and rehabilitation clinics. On site chair …

The Benefits of a Massage

Renaissance College Massage Basics

Why should you invest your time in a massage? Not only are massages good for your muscles, but it also helps the rest of your body and your mind. Getting a massage relieves tensions, helps you relax, and helps boost your immune system by increasing white blood cell counts. A massage relaxes a person by raising the level of serotonin, …

Important Article for Students and Graduates

Renaissance College Massage Basics, Massage Careers, Massage Clients

Renaissance School of Therapeutic Massage IMPORTANT ARTICLE FOR STUDENTS AND GRADUATES! Dear Students and Graduates This article was so good we wanted to make sure you had an opportunity to read about what is happening and the bright future of your career.  Please enjoy! The Future Massage Therapist by Jennifer Whalen Massage therapy students and new practitioners are entering a new industry …

Chair Massages

Renaissance College Massage Basics

Have you ever sat in your chair at work and wished there was someone there to just give you a massage…well stop wishing, Renaissance College Massage Program can do that! Chair massages are a great idea for bachelorette parties, pampering parties, teacher appreciation parties, a treat to employees, or other events you would like to include a massage at. Contact …

September Blogs to feature articles about children

Renaissance College Massage Basics, Massage Clients

Blog Post 9/1/2013   With School back in session after this weekend, we will be focusing our blogs on Children.  This article comes straight from ABMP and is used with permission.  Please enjoy!  the Classroom Bullying, aggression diminish with student-to-student interaction By Rebecca Jones Originally published in Body Sense magazine, Autumn 2011. Copyright 2011. Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals. All rights reserved.In the …