Fruitfly 0 #1 June 30, 2010 Hey, Just taking an informal poll to see how skydivers respond to the idea of having a masseuse on hand at the drop zone. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piisfish 140 #2 June 30, 2010 It's a great idea. Over here in Switzerland, in the last few years, we have seen pro-masseuses at various boogies, and IMO it is a great occasion : -for skydivers to relax and have a good time -for the massage therapist to get new customersscissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GLIDEANGLE 1 #3 June 30, 2010 Skydive Dallas has one. I remember seeing one at another DZ too... But I can't remember where!The choices we make have consequences, for us & for others! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tetra316 0 #4 June 30, 2010 Kapowsin in WA has one, but she is also a staff jumper there. Does massages in between. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #5 June 30, 2010 Quote Skydive Dallas has one. I remember seeing one at another DZ too... But I can't remember where! San Marcos? One of the jumpers there has her table out after jumping sometimes. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #6 June 30, 2010 Spaceland has one. Haven't used her, I'm afraid she'll charge by the ton and I'll need a 2nd mortgage... ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #7 June 30, 2010 Quote Spaceland has one. Haven't used her, I'm afraid she'll charge by the ton and I'll need a 2nd mortgage... That means I'm out! Quite a few students have setup their table at the DZ to help pay for skydiving. Overall, though, they have all been recent grads of some sort of massage school and generally sucked at what they did. They didn't have the experience to read a body and actually do good, all they could do is follow a routine they learned in school. Some of them couldn't even do that well. The best thing ever at a DZ is an old JM of mine that is a Chiropractor. Hard opening? You'd be right as rain after Doc got done with you!--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #8 June 30, 2010 At Perris there have been a few over the years. Some successful enough to rent team rooms and turn them into reasonably tranquil massage environments similar to what you'd expect at an actual spa facility. There have been others that have simply set up their table under a tree outdoors. Like anything at a drop zone, business will depend on the day and overall attendance on property. It always seemed to me the people that set these up did a very nice business; highly appreciated both for quality of service and reasonable prices. In town a 50 minute massage from Burke Williams Spa (a very nice chain massage facility) is going to cost $120. I believe I was able to get a similar massage for $60 from one of the folks at Perris although it's been a couple of years since I've actually gotten one.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fast 0 #9 June 30, 2010 One of the jumpers at our DZ is a massage therapist and also works manifest and other stuff. She makes a lot of money from the jumpers. A lot of the staff will pay her right with money from doing tandems/videos/etc so she uses it for jumping.~D Where troubles melt like lemon drops Away above the chimney tops That's where you'll find me. Swooping is taking one last poke at the bear before escaping it's cave - davelepka Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #10 June 30, 2010 Quote At Perris there have been a few over the years. Some successful enough to rent team rooms and turn them into reasonably tranquil massage environments similar to what you'd expect at an actual spa facility. There have been others that have simply set up their table under a tree outdoors. Like anything at a drop zone, business will depend on the day and overall attendance on property. It always seemed to me the people that set these up did a very nice business; highly appreciated both for quality of service and reasonable prices. In town a 50 minute massage from Burke Williams Spa (a very nice chain massage facility) is going to cost $120. I believe I was able to get a similar massage for $60 from one of the folks at Perris although it's been a couple of years since I've actually gotten one. There is a massage therapist school in my town, 20 bucks US for 50 minutes...and they're being 'graded' by an instructor so they tend to give it their all. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #11 June 30, 2010 Quote There is a massage therapist school in my town, 20 bucks US for 50 minutes...and they're being 'graded' by an instructor so they tend to give it their all. Well, sure. And if you know the right person, you might be able to get one for free occasionally too. Depending on the drop zone, setting an appropriate price might be a interesting exercise all unto itself. $20 for 50 minutes seems pretty low though. There's a place in the mall near my house, not even a spa, just a glass walled and open for the public to see back rub joint, that's charging $7 for a 5 minute "back rub." They seem to do business, but it's a cheap flippin' "back rub" that prices out higher per minute than Burke Williams. I don't get it, but it must make sense to somebody.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #12 July 1, 2010 Quote Quote There is a massage therapist school in my town, 20 bucks US for 50 minutes...and they're being 'graded' by an instructor so they tend to give it their all. Well, sure. And if you know the right person, you might be able to get one for free occasionally too. Depending on the drop zone, setting an appropriate price might be a interesting exercise all unto itself. $20 for 50 minutes seems pretty low though. There's a place in the mall near my house, not even a spa, just a glass walled and open for the public to see back rub joint, that's charging $7 for a 5 minute "back rub." They seem to do business, but it's a cheap flippin' "back rub" that prices out higher per minute than Burke Williams. I don't get it, but it must make sense to somebody. Nuthin' is 'FREE'! And yes, the 20.00 tag is very 'low'...I think it has something to do with 'licences'. The spa's in town are in line with what you were quoting. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #13 July 1, 2010 QuoteI think it has something to do with 'licences'. Varies state by state I think and for some businesses it's just a protection racket. I think in the state of California, it takes something like 1600 hours just to be a "cosmetologist" and work in a beauty salon. That's flippin' retarded. You can be a commercial pilot for a hell of a lot less. It's all a scam set up by the schools and massage industry to cut down on competition while making bank for the schools.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Airman1270 0 #14 July 1, 2010 QuoteKapowsin in WA has one, but she is also a staff jumper there. Does massages in between... _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ How much for a massage "in between?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ZigZagMarquis 9 #15 July 1, 2010 Quote Hey, Just taking an informal poll to see how skydivers respond to the idea of having a masseuse on hand at the drop zone. Once upon a time... at a drop zone far far away... There used to be a gal at Cal City that would give massages for 2 jump tickets... a few more for a "happy ending"... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites wmw999 2,445 #16 July 1, 2010 Nope, she doesn't charge by the ton, but since she's small, her fingers are small, and boy can she dig in . I have used her, and am glad I did. Wendy P. There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites airtwardo 7 #17 July 1, 2010 Quote Quote Hey, Just taking an informal poll to see how skydivers respond to the idea of having a masseuse on hand at the drop zone. Once upon a time... at a drop zone far far away... There used to be a gal at Cal City that would give massages for 2 jump tickets... a few more for a "happy ending"... Cheaper for a 'Hop & Pop'? ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Fruitfly 0 #18 July 1, 2010 Wow, thanks my friends! I have been a therapist for 15 years and am very good at my job. I want to jump and I want my client base to be comprised of as many jumpers as possible, because you are wonderful people and I admire you, respect you, and am inspired by you. I'd be one lucky therapist to have the opportunity to work this way. I've been doing some traveling with bike tours these days and am used to charging $1/1min in 15 min units. So $60/hr. I think it's a great price and definitely lower than my private practice fee. Thanks to all who responded to this! I hope to be at a drop zone soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites christelsabine 1 #19 July 1, 2010 Quote It's a great idea. Over here in Switzerland, in the last few years, we have seen pro-masseuses at various boogies, and IMO it is a great occasion : -for skydivers to relax and have a good time -for the massage therapist to get new customers You were in Spain several times, right? Do you remember the girl in the little wooden house in Empuriabrava? I've seen her several times, she really was good! I'd appreciate such a service at every DZ, if possible. dudeist skydiver # 3105 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites shropshire 0 #20 July 2, 2010 Emp' has one. Not sure how much business occurs. (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Dittodogg 0 #21 July 2, 2010 Out at Skydive the Farm we usually have a nice young lady that has a massage table set up upon request. Pretty sure the going price is a buck a min. I think it is a great idea and never heard any complaints.Team Dirty Sanchez #455, Muff Brother #4197, SCR #14847, DPH -8, Dude #5150 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Fruitfly 0 #22 September 2, 2010 Hey everybody! Thanks for weighing in on this. I'm excited to say that I'll be offering massage at the Work Stinks Boogie 2010 at Start Skydiving in Middletown, OH. I'm really looking forward to the experience :). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #23 September 2, 2010 Missed this thread when it was originally posted ... I think you'll find good business at a boogie. There's always a massage therapist at the Lost Prairie Boogie - she sets up a tent so that there's a little bit of privacy (not to mention relief from the sun). She seems to do pretty well. I think she does both table massage and chair massage."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites kkeenan 14 #24 September 2, 2010 Quote...I'm excited to say that I'll be offering massage at the Work Stinks Boogie 2010... Your best bet would probably be to follow the Boogie Circuit throughout the summer. Massage business at most regular DZs will probably drop off after a few weeks, when the novelty has worn off. At boogies, there are tons of people who have planned on spending their money on things like this. Kevin K. 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ZigZagMarquis 9 #15 July 1, 2010 Quote Hey, Just taking an informal poll to see how skydivers respond to the idea of having a masseuse on hand at the drop zone. Once upon a time... at a drop zone far far away... There used to be a gal at Cal City that would give massages for 2 jump tickets... a few more for a "happy ending"... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,445 #16 July 1, 2010 Nope, she doesn't charge by the ton, but since she's small, her fingers are small, and boy can she dig in . I have used her, and am glad I did. Wendy P. There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #17 July 1, 2010 Quote Quote Hey, Just taking an informal poll to see how skydivers respond to the idea of having a masseuse on hand at the drop zone. Once upon a time... at a drop zone far far away... There used to be a gal at Cal City that would give massages for 2 jump tickets... a few more for a "happy ending"... Cheaper for a 'Hop & Pop'? ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fruitfly 0 #18 July 1, 2010 Wow, thanks my friends! I have been a therapist for 15 years and am very good at my job. I want to jump and I want my client base to be comprised of as many jumpers as possible, because you are wonderful people and I admire you, respect you, and am inspired by you. I'd be one lucky therapist to have the opportunity to work this way. I've been doing some traveling with bike tours these days and am used to charging $1/1min in 15 min units. So $60/hr. I think it's a great price and definitely lower than my private practice fee. Thanks to all who responded to this! I hope to be at a drop zone soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
christelsabine 1 #19 July 1, 2010 Quote It's a great idea. Over here in Switzerland, in the last few years, we have seen pro-masseuses at various boogies, and IMO it is a great occasion : -for skydivers to relax and have a good time -for the massage therapist to get new customers You were in Spain several times, right? Do you remember the girl in the little wooden house in Empuriabrava? I've seen her several times, she really was good! I'd appreciate such a service at every DZ, if possible. dudeist skydiver # 3105 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #20 July 2, 2010 Emp' has one. Not sure how much business occurs. (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dittodogg 0 #21 July 2, 2010 Out at Skydive the Farm we usually have a nice young lady that has a massage table set up upon request. Pretty sure the going price is a buck a min. I think it is a great idea and never heard any complaints.Team Dirty Sanchez #455, Muff Brother #4197, SCR #14847, DPH -8, Dude #5150 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fruitfly 0 #22 September 2, 2010 Hey everybody! Thanks for weighing in on this. I'm excited to say that I'll be offering massage at the Work Stinks Boogie 2010 at Start Skydiving in Middletown, OH. I'm really looking forward to the experience :). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #23 September 2, 2010 Missed this thread when it was originally posted ... I think you'll find good business at a boogie. There's always a massage therapist at the Lost Prairie Boogie - she sets up a tent so that there's a little bit of privacy (not to mention relief from the sun). She seems to do pretty well. I think she does both table massage and chair massage."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkeenan 14 #24 September 2, 2010 Quote...I'm excited to say that I'll be offering massage at the Work Stinks Boogie 2010... Your best bet would probably be to follow the Boogie Circuit throughout the summer. Massage business at most regular DZs will probably drop off after a few weeks, when the novelty has worn off. At boogies, there are tons of people who have planned on spending their money on things like this. Kevin K. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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