Here's what students think about the
Relax to the Max Chair Massage Training
Here's what our
graduates have to say...
We talk a lot on this web site. Now it’s time
to let the Relax to the Max graduates tell you a little. On
this page you’ll find: Testimonials from graduates, updates
from several working practitioners, and an interview with one
of the graduates.
It should give you an idea of people’s
experience, both in taking the course and doing chair massage
as a career. If you haven't already done so, check out the
audio recordings section to
HEAR what graduates have said about the Relax to
the Max's unique chair massage courses.
Testimonials…
Below are some of the many compliments we’ve
gotten from the Relax to the Max graduates. Believe it or not…
…these are real comments from real people.
They’ve all given us permission to use their real names. The
graduates are strong supporters of the program and their
referrals remain the largest single source of new students.
(We always knew that providing a phenomenal course with
incredible value would pay off for us in the long term.)
People often are skeptical of the hype
surrounding the course. But as you can see from these comments
below, Relax to the Max chair massage training is unlike any other massage
school or bodywork program available.
If you
remain doubtful, call the office and we can provide you with
the names and phone numbers of graduates that have willingly
volunteered to talk to anyone interested in the course.
Nowhere else can you basically get a turn-key
business including training and support after the program
without buying into a franchise. What a deal! - John
Wilson
The course was great. The people were great.
The lessons were intense, but fun. I have the confidence to go
out and do something I love to make a living for myself.
I’ve already recommended the course to four people. - Janet
Hoffman
I like that the classes are small. We get
individual feedback from each instructor. Take the class –
it’s awesome!! - Megan Lucas
Doing this course has had such a powerful
impact on my life. Take it!
- Heather Legge
The information learned was all applicable.
It is a good investment into future income. - Jenna Smith
This course you can use just for personal
use or it gives you a chance to have your own business and
still have lots of time for your children if you’re a
single mom. Thanks to all the instructors. I’ve referred
several people to take the course already. - Cassi Thompson
I liked the availability of the teachers and
assistants to attend on student’s questions and problems
during and after the techniques. It’s a great course generally
and from a business perspective. I would gladly and
wholeheartedly recommend this course. - Teresita Chan
I liked the total hands on aspect of getting
and giving massages, right from day one. I would
enthusiastically encourage anyone thinking of taking this
course to go for it. It’s an excellent opportunity to start
your own business. - Heike Scheffler
Thorough, detailed information was given via
diagrams, written course material, and demonstrations. I felt
that Relax to the Max instructors and information manuals
explained every single thing in great detail and clarity –
from scheduling, to business, to actual hands-on massage.
Classes progressed with efficiency and logical sequence. There
were countless opportunities to make mistakes, ask questions,
improve and ask more questions. Patient, clear, friendly and
very knowledgeable instructors. Very fair financial
arrangements (i.e. 18 monthly payments). I would highly
recommend it and felt it was an excellent course to add to
your life. There is great value in seated massage and great
potential out there. Relax to the Max is an exceptional
school. - Joanne Waters
An easy to follow, step-by-step program. Very
professional. The “resource package” is wonderful. It’s a
beautiful way to expand your horizon.
- Christa Stuehler
Excellent course, very supportive, very
thorough. You will not be left high and dry, for example,
there’s networking meetings after you have completed the
course. The supervised job placement with actual customers
is a great experience and confidence builder. - Tryan
Whitmore
It is an excellent course, providing a
marketable skill in a highly compact format. It is well worth
the investment of time, energy and money.
- Virginia Reinecker
If you’re thinking of branching out (either
part-time or full-time) in the field of massage, reflexology,
wellness, aromatherapy, etc…This would be an excellent course
to take. It’s the way of the future! There is such a
need/demand for seated massage that virtually is still very
untapped. Loads of possibilities. - Margie Lawrence
I like the time-based learning modules with
appropriate spacing between classes which provided ample time
to absorb the material and practice techniques. Good
information regarding equipment purchase. Nice to have
videos/course notes to refer to. Also good instruction
regarding body mechanics and practitioner injury prevention.
- David Simpson
I liked the precision and attention to
details that make all the difference in giving a good
massage; the way you insist on “feeling” those muscles first,
before working on them and just as important, always
correcting our posture. Great camaraderie without compromising
professionalism. Excellent notes! The videos are very
helpful too! - Rita Schallenberg
I procrastinated for at least 2 yearsbefore I decided to take the course. Now that I am finished
I am glad that I did. It is a much needed service and I
would recommend the course to anyone that shows an interest.
- Charlotte Vieira
From a
graduate in the field...
"Using only
business cards, which I am quite picky about where I place, I
am now going into the Windsor Regional Children's Centre to
massage their social workers. At the moment, it is a
once a month gig, but some of my clients are clamouring for a
biweekly visit - very nice.
I have
regular clients on Wednesday evenings and on Saturday I am at
an Aveda Concept Salon here in town. A large turkey
processing plant (only in the country, eh?) calls me on a
frequent basis to see if a relaxing massage will help to stave
off repetitive work related claims.
Then there
are all of the other very wonderful people who call because
they have heard about me and my magical chair (should probably
give the chair top billing) through friends. I also was placed
in the situation where I was "forced" (don't you love it?) to
supply gift certificates. These are doing very, very well.
I have to be
honest, I really am not looking for a full time job - been
there, done that - but this just feeds on itself. I LOVE
it. My next project is to approach the Seagram’s plant
here in town. They produce Crown Royal for the American market
- I'm sure you've heard the name. If I get this, I'll let you
know. I have been contacted by a Bed and Breakfast in
Windsor to work on a contract type basis I may introduce them
to Angela, since this a lot more convenient for her, in that
she is only a few minutes away.
Anyway it is
kind of nice to report my successes and to toot my horn."
Joan
Ross, your A'burg Buddy
I liked the constant individual attention and
feedback. - Barbara Berry
The staff at Relax to the Max was very
knowledgeable, thorough and showed true care for the students.
I was very impressed by the level of guest speakers you
brought in. - John Wilson
Exceeded my expectations! The student clinic is
great.
- Liz Batson
What I liked most about the course was the
philosophy of your education and the respect you have for the
students. Each student progressed both in techniques and
self-esteem. - Anna Buccioni
Go for it! It can be a wonderful learning
experience as well as a potentially profitable career change.
- Muriel Arsenault
I liked the professionalism of the instructors
and the well-rounded course content. This is one of the best
courses I have attended and would highly recommend it to
anyone.
- Aranka Farkas
“I
have been to university, college, as well I have taken many
courses and seminars and I thought that this was one of
the best courses I have ever taken! The course content,
excellent teaching style, knowledge, experience and
personalities of the instructors, as well as the energy of the
group really made the difference!” - Linda Hurwich
“I have thoroughly enjoyed this training! Instructorsand other participantswere great!” - Kathy
Jonathan
“You’ll never regret your decision
to take this course - the instructors are knowledgeable and
approachable and you’ll be well prepared for the business.”
- Lorie Harrison
“Excellent teachers, good well-rounded course
content. When completed, I felt very confident in my
abilities!” - Carol Heath
“The course content was great…topics
covered along with the actual technique, such as marketing and
business were very useful and applicable” - Sheila Aue
“Well thought out
for everything we need to start a business…excellent
instructors, great presentation style, great use of humour
and informality” - Sharon Floyd
From a graduate in the field...
"An update since we last
spoke...As you well know, I wanted to leave my security
consultant profession, and enter the world of seated massage.
However, since the Sept. 11 tragedy, I've been swamped with
business.
In-between security
business, I have managed to do bank branches, senior homes,
hospitals and the occasional trade show. My record for one
day is 31 employees at a bank. I provided a 10 minute backrub.
Through the posture positions that I learned, I did not
feel tired or sore...but rejuvenated, since all enjoyed
the service.
I have given up the
security business and for the first time, I am concentrating
solely on seated massage."
Best regards, Don Lockhart
I wanted to let you know that I was
immensely satisfied with the course. I bought the chair
prior to the commencement of the course. I am totally
satisfied with it. I was so satisfied with the course that I
organized a special launch of chair massage at the Bank of
Canada involving all the students in the course. I managed to
get them all honorariums for the event. I’ve been involved an
awful lot of conferences and in many continuing education
opportunities in health, fitness and wellness. I can say that
the experience of Relax to the Max ranks as one of the best
experiences I’ve ever had.
- Pierre Chartier, Director, Bank of Canada Wellness Centre
“This course is well worth investing your
time and money in.” - James Crowley
“I was very impressed by the diversity
of information, practical work and business skills”
- Alex Guard
“From the very first piece of information I
received I was impressed…it was clear that this course
has been thoroughly thought out.” - Patricia LaRiviere
“I would definitely recommend this
course. It’s a service that I feel everyone in the world
needs and it’s educating people to be proactive regarding
stress reduction.” - Theresa Hawco
“Excellent course, well put together,
recommend to anyone. It was fun - not like my school
days!” -Robert LaFlamme
“It was great to go out and get some
experience in a real setting rather than just a classroom.
It gave me more confidence in knowing that there is a great
market for this and that people are really receptive!”
- Julie Yeung
“Many courses teach you a certain modality and
then just throw you out there. One of the strengths of this
course was not only in its well-roundedness but also the fact
that all segments contained lots of practical ideas,
examples and war stories that really brought the messages
home.” - Linda Hurwich
“For anyone thinking of taking this course,
I would say, great - here’s the number!” - Alicia Selvi
From a graduate in the field...
"Hello Eric!
I am writing you in regards to your course I
had attended in August of 2001. 1 would just like to tell you
how satisfied I was with how everything went. The classes were
very informative and the hands‑on instruction was fantastic!
You are a very good instructor along with Kam and your
assistant Rosemary. I would like to tell you that I began
working right away after completing the course. There is no
shortage of people in need of a good relaxing massage, believe
me!
I definitely would say the money spent on the
course was probably the best investment I ever made. I also
believe that this was one of the best decisions I have ever
made in my life. I used to work long hard hours in front of a
computer and now I am up and moving around and meeting a lot
of new people instead of sitting in an office most of my
workdays.
I would recommend this course to anyone who
likes physical work and likes to find themselves in a new
working environment each day. It is so refreshing and very
challenging. It is also very fulfilling for me to be able to
help others in a career that I really enjoy!
Thank you so much!"
Jocelyn Garneau
The course was amazing. I’ve learned so much!
- Dianne Ducharme
What did I like most about this course? Because
I traveled, the compact timing was convenient. The
teachers/instructors were very knowledgeable and willing to
explain anything that needed reinforcement. And although it
was intensive, it was presented in an understandable and
enjoyable fashion. It doesn’t matter what your experience is,
the instructors will teach you exactly what you need to know.
- Kathleen Duffey
Excellent instructors. They facilitated our
learning by letting us participate instead of just heaping
information on us. A good balance of humour and “cracking the
whip”. - Mike Farley
I highly recommend it. There is total support
for your successful development as a practitioner.
- Louise Trepanier
Here’s an interview I did with one
graduate…
Every month Relax to the
Max graduates get together on the phone for a networking
meeting. We invite guests to join us on each of these calls.
Sometimes it is a successful Relax to the Max graduate who is
willing to share their secrets for building their chair
massage business. Other times it may be a key
figure in the massage industry or a business expert. And it’s
absolutely free for Relax to the Max graduates. These
teleconference calls are just one of the many ways we provide
support for people who have been through the program.
Click here
for a transcript
for a recent teleconference call. I interviewed Christa Stuehler, a graduate who has specialized in working in
schools. I picked her brain for the benefit of others on the
call. The rest of the interview can be viewed on a password
protected resource site for graduates only.
To actually hear about
experiences of our graduates in their own words,
click here. These quick
playing audio files can be heard on any computer with
speakers.
Register
today and within a
week you'll have the first of your introductory study
materials in your hands. Best of all, you'll be on your way to a
soul-satisfying career doing the work you love.
