17+ Chair Massage Business Ideas You Can Start Today [2023]
Interested in starting a chair massage business in 2023?
We put together 17 of the best chair massage businesses you can start in today.
For each business idea, we’ll show you real-world examples of other chair massage businesses to help you see what it really takes.
Here's the full list:
1. Start a chair massage supply and rental business
Examples of a successful chair massage supply and rental business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a chair massage supply and rental business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- Chair Massage Techniques: The Relax To The Max Guide
- The Ultimate Massage Chair Buyer's Guide: How To Select
Learn more about starting a chair massage supply and rental business ➜
2. Become a hair massage therapist
Examples of a successful hair massage therapist:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a hair massage therapist:
- How To Massage Your Scalp & Hair To Reduce Hair Fall And Increase Hair Growth
- 6 Steps To Relieve A Headache
For further info, check out these books and products:
- Success From The Start: Business Principles For Massage Therapists
- How to Start a Home-based Massage Therapy Business (Home-Based Business Series): Shirley Philbrick
Learn more about starting a hair massage therapist ➜
3. Start an on-site chair massage business
Examples of a successful on-site chair massage business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a on-site chair massage business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- Chair Massage: A Complete Guide: Mantzorou, Elefteria
- The Book Of Massage: The Complete Step-By-Step Guide To Eastern And Western Technique: Carola Beresford Cooke
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My name is Jenni Jo and I have always wanted a title. So I gave myself one! You can refer to me as Jenni Jo Tension Tamer®. I have been a licensed massage therapist since 2003, an Instructor of the Yamuna Body Rolling Self-Care method since 2011 and a dreamer since 1972. I have had the great pleasure of creating a niche market within the touring and entertainment world as “Massage therapist to the RockStars”.
I wanted something that I could drive up to a venue or to someone’s doorstep and the ambiance & environment is ready already! My Peace Pod is relatively new and working within the hours of my children’s school has kept my business flow a little limited (for now!) Even with limited availability, I’m super grateful for the interest, business and press I have received since my Launch: Airstream Life! Magazine, Massage & Bodywork Magazine & Willamette Week “Best Of”. I feel very lucky to have support and encouragement in my ‘Lil dream!
4. Start a spa service kiosk business
Examples of a successful spa service kiosk business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a spa service kiosk business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- Start Your Own Day Spa and More: Destination Spa, Medical Spa, Yoga Center, Spiritual Spa (StartUp Series)
- How to Open a Day Spa:31-Day Guide: How to Go to Idea to Plan with More Success
Learn more about starting a spa service kiosk business ➜
5. Start a tradeshow booth massage business
Examples of a successful tradeshow booth massage business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a tradeshow booth massage business:
- Vendor Booth Tips I Wish I Knew Before Displaying At A Trade Show
- Vendor Booth Tips That No One Tells You
For further info, check out these books and products:
- Tradeshow Success: 14 Proven Steps to Take Your Tradeshow Marketing to the Next Level
- Booth Renting 101: A Guide For The Independent Stylist
Learn more about starting a tradeshow booth massage business ➜
6. Start a gym chair massage business
Examples of a successful gym chair massage business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a gym chair massage business:
Learn more about starting a gym chair massage business ➜
7. Start a nail manicure & pedicure kiosk business
Examples of a successful nail manicure & pedicure kiosk business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a nail manicure & pedicure kiosk business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start A Nail Salon Business: Una Algrier
- How to Start a Nail Salon Business: (Start Up Tips to Boost Your Nail Salon Business Success): Una Algrier
Learn more about starting a nail manicure & pedicure kiosk business ➜
8. Become a massage therapist ($2.88M/year)
Examples of a successful massage therapist:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a massage therapist:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How to Start a Home-based Massage Therapy Business (Home-Based Business Series): Shirley Philbrick
- How To Start A Massage Therapy Business
Learn more about starting a massage therapist ➜
Hi there! My name is Sam Varnerin and I created Snuggle with Sam, my independent professional cuddling practice, while I was still working full-time as a construction engineer.
Here’s all of the contributors on the panel at CuddleXpo in Chicago presenting how we came up with the Code of Ethics for Professional Cuddling. Back left to right: Maryelen Reid, Madelon Guinazzo, Samantha Varnerin (me!), Samantha Hess, Jean Franzbleau, Fei Wyatt, Janet Trevino. Front left to right: Keely Shoup, Lisa Meece. Photo credit Rellian Chen Merrin
9. Start a foot massage business
Examples of a successful foot massage business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a foot massage business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How to Start a Home-based Massage Therapy Business (Home-Based Business Series): Shirley Philbrick
- How To Start A Massage Therapy Business
Learn more about starting a foot massage business ➜
10. Start a shopper chair massage business
Examples of a successful shopper chair massage business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a shopper chair massage business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
Learn more about starting a shopper chair massage business ➜
11. Start a trade show massage business
Examples of a successful trade show massage business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a trade show massage business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How To Start A Massage Therapy Business
- How to Start a Home-based Massage Therapy Business (Home-Based Business Series): Shirley Philbrick
Learn more about starting a trade show massage business ➜
12. Start a massage chair rental business
Examples of a successful massage chair rental business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a massage chair rental business:
Learn more about starting a massage chair rental business ➜
13. Start a coin-operated chair massage business
Examples of a successful coin-operated chair massage business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a coin-operated chair massage business:
Learn more about starting a coin-operated chair massage business ➜

14. Start a massage parlour business
Examples of a successful massage parlour business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a massage parlour business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
- How to Start a Home-based Massage Therapy Business (Home-Based Business Series): Shirley Philbrick
- How To Start A Massage Therapy Business
Learn more about starting a massage parlour business ➜
My name is Marike van der Velden and I am the founder and owner of the largest high-end escortservice in The Netherlands: Society Service. The service we offer is called the Girlfriend Experience, which means spending time with an escort will feel similar to spending time with a girlfriend. The experience is very intimate of nature and often includes eroticism, but this is not the main focus of the experience, merely the cherry on top. The social aspect of booking is just as important, if not more.
At any given time, there are around 55 male and female escorts working with Society Service. They cater to clients from all walks of life, from ambitious businessmen to nervous virgins and curious couples. The aim is to create a mutually enjoyable, memorable, and extraordinary experience. This experience does come with a price tag of at least $1,000 per booking, resulting in a multi-million dollar annual turnover.
15. Become a spa consultant
Examples of a successful spa consultant:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a spa consultant:
- Becoming A Temple Spa Consultant, Love Us, Join Us.
- How A Spa Business Consultant Can Help Your Spa Or Day Spa
For further info, check out these books and products:
- The Everything Start Your Own Consulting Business Book: Expert, Step-By-Step Advice For A Successful And Profitable Career: Dan Ramsey
- How To Start And Run A Successful Consulting Business: Gregory F. Kishel
Learn more about starting a spa consultant ➜
16. Start a party massages business
Examples of a successful party massages business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a party massages business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
Learn more about starting a party massages business ➜
17. Start a corporate chair massage business
Examples of a successful corporate chair massage business:
Here are some great videos on how to get started with a corporate chair massage business:
For further info, check out these books and products:
Learn more about starting a corporate chair massage business ➜
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