Moving Your Massage Therapy Studio?
Looking for a new space to call home?
Consider these 5 things.
Welcome back to another Monday with the Mavens.
We created the Massage Mavens blog to connect with and educate self-employed massage therapists working to grow as business owners.
It can be lonely working for yourself – and we’re here to remind you that while you’re in business for yourself, you don’t have to be in business by yourself.
While we cater our content to independent MTs, all massage therapists are welcome here; whether you run your own independent massage therapy studio, you contract in a clinic, work in spa, or you are still in school.
5 Things To Consider When Shopping For A New Massage Therapy Office
Even if you are the best self-employed massage therapist your side of the Mississippi, if your studio’s physical space is not conducive to massage therapy, creating a thriving studio will be an uphill battle.
Make sure to check in on these 5 things before you sign on the dotted line for a new space.
1. Noise Levels.
Consider not only paying attention to the noise levels of the building during your initial tour, but checking it out at other times throughout the day / week as well. A yoga studio upstairs may seem like the perfect neighbor, but if they offer Zumba class every day at 4pm, you may change your tune.
2. Neighbors.
This goes hand-in-hand with the noise levels. Consider taking photos of the office directory or etc while you’re touring the space. Do some research on what businesses are nearby and whether you can work alongside them with ease.
3. Energy of the space
You’re a bodyworker, you know what I mean.
4. Homelessness in the area
While I agree that unhoused people get treated and viewed unfairly, it doesn’t change the truth that most massage therapy clients will not be back for a second appointment if the office you rent is in area that makes them feel unsafe.
5. Parking
Is there always easy, safe parking available nearby? Better yet, is it free for clients?
Bonus Items To Keep In Mind
Wi-Fi:
Is it important to your business to have wifi? Is the cost of wifi included in the lease? If not, who provides service to the building?
Landlord Accessibility:
Is your landlord (or at least a manager) readily available should something go wrong with the building?
Snow Management:
This may seem oddly nitpicky, but if your building management doesn’t ensure snow removal within 24 hours, it will impact your income. It will also impact your income if clients are constantly slipping on icy sidewalks. You deserve to rent in a space where management looks out for their tenants.
Thanks for stopping by!
As always, we’d love to hear how our content has helped you improve either your studio, your mindset, or your revenue as a self-employed massage therapist.
Rachel Martin, LMT, is an independent massage therapist living in Denver Colorado. Having built her solo massage studio to capacity, she now spends her free time helping other massage therapists do the same. Check out Six Figure Studios, Queen Street Marketplace, and The Techy MT to learn more.
