Spa Jobs
Massage Therapy Careers

Spa jobs aren't just a beginning step in your massage career, there are some veteran massage therapists who work in spas. They're spas all over the world and every spa offers massage. This makes spas a great place to for a massage therapist to seek employment.

When considering working in a spa, it's important to check the place out thoroughly. Find out what services they offer and what would be required of you.

Working in a spa doesn't restrict you to doing relaxation massages. These days a variety of types of massage therapy are offered in spas, including therapeutic forms of massage and even energy work.

In many spas, massage therapists do body wraps,scrubs, and paraffin wax treatments in addition to massage. Most spas will train you to do these things since many spas have their own unique wrap and scrub techniques.

Massage jobs vary in pay. Some spas pay hourly and some pay per massage. Spas can pay anywhere from $10 per hour to $100 dollars per massage to their therapists. Whether it's better to be per hour or per massage depends on how busy the spa is.

Just because a spa seems luxurious and expensive doesn't mean it pays well. One of the most expensive spas in the area where I live only pays there therapists $12 an hour. In spas you will make tips on top of your base pay. That's always a good bonus.

Starting your massage therapy career in a spa might be the right thing for you. If you're interested in spa work try searching for a job here.