Stress is more than a temporary affliction these days; to say you're stressed is often more of a general mood. There's only so many times we can ask the strong hands at home to give us a much deserved rubdown, so get creative with your stress-relief and find a cheaper massage.
Massage school students might still be amateurs, but they're on their way to using their hands professionally and will dole out massages for a fraction of regular prices. Search online for local schools and schedule a budget massage. The downside is that the hours are often limited, but when you're in a financial pinch you can't be too picky about the convenience factor.
Have you ever gotten a massage from a therapist-in-training?
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Yes. I actually almost enjoy them better than a pro. The students are very eager to learn and please when giving a massage. Plus the fact that it's half-price (and sometimes free) makes the massage even sweeter for me.
1i actually haven't ever done that but i might consider it if i had to pay on my own
i'm lucky to have people take me for my massages so i don't have to incur the high cost (and everyone knows that here in NYC it's just way too expensive sometimes)
2damn, ilanac, you have some nice friends
3I'm interested to hear responses. I got some money for a massage (as a gift) and I can't decide if I should go to a massage place or the local massage school where I could get at least 2 massages! I'm just worried they won't be good due to lack of experience.
4Yes, I have. I have actually gone to massage school and did the whole clinic thing. I've also frequented the clinic as a client. Some are great, some not so much... but I have had that happen with pros, too. I'd rather spend $15 on a massage that might not be the best than $150. (Sady, that has happened).
5I'd rather skip a haircut once in a while than to skip a massage!
6great idea!
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