A very common example of this happens when a married woman has to decide whether or not it’s appropriate for a man other than her husband to touch her in places normally covered by clothing. Women know that men massage therapists have larger and strong hands and sometimes want the stronger and firmer feel yet are reluctant to cross a line that, in my mind, doesn’t exist.

It shouldn’t matter if a married woman chooses a male massage therapist. It should be no different than choosing a male hair stylist or a male dentist. There is nothing sexual or intimate about having a massage. Massage therapists are licensed professionals who are dedicated to treating those with sports injuries, arthritis, elderly patients, those with back pain among many other things. That is all. There is nothing beyond that.

Other times our friend witnessed people hesitate before choosing a male or a female massage therapist is when a man debates in his mind whether or not it’s “acceptable” to pick a guy. Women are generally more willing to have females give them massages, with guys it’s a much bigger deal.

I blame it on old fashioned stereotypes and think that men need to be more confident while selecting a massage therapist. It all goes back to the point that massages are completely professional. If a guy is comfortable with a man serving him coffee at Starbucks, then he should feel just as comfortable being massaged by a man. Perhaps society is not at the point yet but hopefully it will get there soon.

Unfortunately massage therapy has a reputation for being something that it is not and that makes selecting the gender of massage therapists unnecessarily difficult for some people…

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Recent discoveries that massages can reduce cellulite have brought hope to millions of women who are too embarrassed to wear shorts or short skirts that reveal dimply thighs. Not just any massage will do the trick. There is a certain type of massaging that can be done by professional that will target poor lymph circulation and use manual skin kneading and in effect, reduce the appearance of cellulite.

People often describe cellulite as a layer of fat that pushes against the connective tissue underneath the skin. While this is true, it is common to see people who are completely healthy and fit suffer from cellulite as well. A lot of that has to do with genes, circulation and the basic concept that “it’s part of life.” It can begin appearing at any age and even on men although they are generally covered in body hair that disguises the lumpy skin.

No matter how old you are or what shape your body is, you will benefit from a full body massage that will improve your circulation and reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Talk to your massage therapist about wanting a massage that will help with your cellulite. Not only will your legs, stomach and buttocks look younger and better but it is a deep penetrating rub that relaxes the body and feels great.

It’s important to go into a cellulite massage appointment knowing that it is a healing process and you will not jump up from the table and run to a mirror to see fantastic results. It takes time before you will begin to notice your new healthy look.

And a Massage Therapy career is certainly not an exception!

Now, in our concept, the first question that needs to be answer is: Do you love helping others through massages?

After all, our final goal is to help people who is suffering from intense pain, mayor discomfort and lots of anxiety. And if you are not that comfortable touching, healing and providing good energy to your clients, you might want to start considering other options.

The American Massage Therapy Association provides a nice inside scoop to the most common topics associated with entering a Massage Therapy school, at their article “Starting a Career in Massage Therapy: What You Need to Know”

We also are extremely confident in the fact that all of our Programs have been created in order to help our students find the most adequate environment for them to develop their future around. We are ready to provide you with all guidance needed, so you´ll be right at home at your new job once you graduate!

NC School of Massage assures excellency in every program we offer as well as in our Faculty and Staff. We have been offering the best programs and classes since 2002 and we pride ourselves in the fact that our co-founders carry thousands of teaching hours and countless degrees and specialisation degrees from many prestigious institutions, including the Pan American Institute on Nevis Island in the West Indies, the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago, Illinois and many more!

So, give us the chance to walk the walk along with you. We are here to help you succeed in your biggest decision yet! Don´t just think about it, let is discuss and share opinions! Go ahead and contact us.

Massage Therapy will change your life by helping you change other´s!

Helping and caring for others is at the root of massage therapy. Through massage therapy classes, you will learn how to treat those with sports injuries, arthritis, elderly patients, those with back pain and the various types of massage that clients might request. Most schools take about 12 months to complete and from there, the sky’s the limit.

Keeping in mind its growing importance, massage therapy has now become a suitable career option for many. In order to become a massage therapist a person requires a basic understanding of the human anatomy and physiology. This knowledge is required because a massage generally targets the circulatory and nervous systems through the soft tissue. It is often seen that a specialized system of massage may even require a person to obtain deep understanding of the traditional philosophy. Massage therapists also needs to have a certain amount of empathetic skills, as they are bound to deal with clients that need physical as well as emotional help in cure of various ailments.

Massage therapy classes may be obtained from an institution, medical school, or a private therapist. A number of massage courses are also available online. These online courses offer a detailed and planned set of classes that educate a person step by step.

Complete relaxation is priceless but this unique offer allows participants the opportunity to pay as little as $37 for a single hour student massage and only $74 for a two hour student massage.  Deals this good don’t last forever and the timeline for this special begins January 16, 2012 and ends on January 28, 2012.

NC School of Massage students have advanced training in the art and science of therapeutic massage. Their lessons extend beyond the fundamentals of ordinary massage therapy education and explore deep into the personal development of mind, body and spirit. Registration for a student massage clinical is the ultimate surrender of the body and a chance to free it from tension that is beyond personal control.

The NC School of Massage of Neuromuscular & Massage Therapy (TEMS) is a North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy approved school and is conveniently located at 20525 North Main Street in Cornelius. For further inquiries, please call 704.896.2636. Or, to make a reservation:

Student Massage Clinicals

Student Massage Clinicals

1 – hour Student Massage – $37

2 – hour Student Massage – $74

Early Bird Special! 8:00-9:00 am only $25/hr!!

The NC School of Massage will be conducting student massage clinicals beginning January 16-28, 2012. We appreciate your support in helping our students improve their skills.

The NC School of Massage – Cornelius, NC

January 16-28, 2012

Mon – Wed      8am – 8:15pm

Thurs – Fri       8am – 5:30pm

Saturday          8am – 1:45pm

For more information visit: NC School of Massage

To book your massage online visit: Massage Appointment