Whether on land or out at sea, your core role remains the same: to help guests and crew relax and forget all their aches, pains and stresses.
Space is a common issue on board superyachts, and one you may often encounter as a masseuse. While large superyachts may have entire areas dedicated to massage therapy and relaxation, others offer limited space with enough room for a table; or you may just want to go mobile, and offer treatments to guests on demand.
Another key difference between working on board a superyacht and on land at a spa is that massage therapists are often more in demand on a superyacht; for example if a masseuse has been booked on to a charter for a few days, they may find themselves busier than usual, as guests and crew may want repeat massages. There is no waiting for bookings to be confirmed or trying to find a good therapist available at the last minute.
Whilst the procedure for a masseuse is essentially the same wherever you are, you can make a point of adapting to your new surroundings and offer more personalised treatments.
As described above, both guests and crew will often request massages after a long day on board and for guests, a massage is part of their experience on board and helps them to unwind. Popular treatments for guests and crew include deep-tissue massages, and treatments designed to be anti-stress and anti-fatigue, with a focus on the back, neck and shoulders. The length of time a massage therapist will stay on a superyacht all depends on both the company you work for and its policy.
