How to open a massage business

Massage is a very popular procedure. In addition to therapeutic demand, cosmetic massage, relaxing, tonic. This popular service can be made the basis of a profitable business. Open a small massage parlor, which can later be developed into a full-fledged network.

You will need

• - money for business development;

• - IP status or registered legal entity;

• - license;

• - premises;

• - sign;

• - staff;

• - equipment.

Instruction manual

1

Decide which services you intend to provide. Therapeutic massage and manual therapy require compulsory licensing. But for a relaxing and cosmetic massage, additional permits are not needed. You can offer massages in a complex with relaxing baths and other water treatments. A good idea is a massage room at a beauty salon.

2

Choose a suitable room. It is advisable to settle down on the ground floor with a separate entrance, on a busy street near transport stops. Potential customers should be comfortable getting to your salon.

3

Come up with the name of the salon. Consider the prospect of creating a network - the name should be catchy and easy to remember. Order a noticeable sign.

4

Search for staff. Two massage therapists are enough in a small office, a large one will contain five or more specialists. Calculate how many sessions are necessary for the profitability of your salon. Please note that one massage therapist is able to serve a shift of no more than eight people. Do not save on staff - hire the best, because your future profit depends on their qualifications and experience.

5

Get salon equipment. You will need massage tables, couches for relaxation, screens, cabinets for the necessary accessories and accessories. Good air conditioning, a washing machine for processing equipment and an ionizer to create a comfortable atmosphere will not interfere.

6

Buy towels, sheets, bathrobes and order a staff uniform. It is advisable that all things be designed in the same style. Choose cosmetics for massage. In addition to base oils and neutral gels, purchase essential oil kits.

7

Think about pricing. Find out the prices of other massage parlors, beauty salons and clinics. Make a list of future services. Be sure to offer something new, which is not yet in the price lists of competitors.

8

Engage in the promotion of your salon. Do not spend money on expensive advertising in magazines and on television. Better create an interesting loyalty program for regular customers. Think of a system of small gifts and bonuses. Participate in industry exhibitions, find partners from related fields with whom you can conduct joint advertising campaigns.

9

Do not let things go in the cabin by gravity. Control the administrator and accountant, arrange meetings, create a friendly atmosphere in the team. Closely monitor the quality of services. Remember - the client who received the high-quality service will surely return, and in case he recommends your salon to his friends.