19 Jan 2026

Getting Corporate Massage Clients

Getting Started with Corporate Work

Offering massage in workplaces can be a brilliant way to bring in more consistent income – especially if you’re after something a bit more stable, or you’re tired of having glaring gaps in your diary. It can also be a great way to work with a different kind of client: people who are often stressed, desk-bound, and really in need of what you do.

The great thing about workplace (or Corporate) massage is that you don’t need to have a big, glossy business. You don’t need to ‘cold call’ dozens of companies or sell your soul. You just need to know who to approach, what to offer, and how to do it in a way that feels natural – and doable.

Let’s dive in…

When it comes to getting workplace massage gigs, you’ve got two main routes in:

A) Start where you already have a way IN
Maybe someone in your circle works there. Maybe you’re already treating the boss’s wife. That kind of thing.

B) Do a bit of digging and approach a company you’d like to work with
This takes a bit more legwork, but it’s totally doable.

Let’s take a look at both, starting with option B…

B – Doing the Digging

If you don’t already have a way in somewhere, don’t worry – this method is all about starting from scratch, but doing it in a targeted way.

Find a company that you’d actually like to work with

Start with researching a company you’d like to work with

This approach takes a bit more digging, but it can lead to really meaningful connections – especially if you’re someone who cares about working with people who get what you do.

1) Start by looking for companies whose values, culture, or work you actually like.
This might be a local business that’s known for looking after its staff, or who talks about wellbeing, or even a company that makes products you already use and love. It could be a charity, not-for-profit or a social enterprise. Anyone whose work feels aligned with yours.

If you’re someone who values sustainability, inclusivity, or mental health, look for companies who shout about that too ( it’s much easier to approach them when there’s a genuine connection.) You’ll also come across more confidently when you actually believe in what they do.

You can start your search by:

Looking at businesses you already support or follow
Browsing LinkedIn or local business directories
Asking clients or friends if they know of any workplaces that value staff wellbeing
Checking who sponsors local events or appears in community newsletters

Once you’ve found a few companies that feel like a good fit, jot them down below:

Write the names of companies you’re drawn to:

2) Pick ONE to focus on

Don’t try to approach everyone at once – it’s better to put some thought into one strong connection. You can come back and do the rest later.

Company I’m focusing on for now:

3) Find the right person to contact

Rather than firing off a generic email to a “hello@” address, see if you can find the name of someone who deals with people and wellbeing. This could be:

A HR Manager
Office or Operations Manager
Someone in “People & Culture”
The owner or director (if it’s a smaller company)

Look on their website (especially the About or Team pages) or try LinkedIn. If you can’t find a name, don’t panic – you can send a nice, friendly email to the main inbox and ask who the best person would be to speak to.

Name of contact:

Contact details (email/phone/LinkedIn):

Once you’ve found a company that feels like a good fit and you’ve tracked down the right person to speak to, it’s time to make contact.

4) Reach out

Let them know why you’re getting in touch, what you admire about their company, and what you’re offering. Something free and helpful (like a taster session) can be a brilliant way to start the relationship – it takes the pressure off and gives them a chance to see what you do.

Write a short, friendly message that explains:

Who you are
Why you’re drawn to this company
What you’re offering (a free taster session is ideal)
How they (and their team) could benefit

You’ll find a template on the next page you can personalise – or write your own if you’re more comfortable with that. Either way, keep it human, short, and relaxed.

5) Then follow from step 5 below

A) Finding a Way In

If you’ve already got a connection to a company – someone in your network works there, or you know someone who knows someone – this route can be quicker and easier. Here’s how to make the most of it:

1) Reach out to your network

Post on social media, message people, or email your existing clients and contacts. Ask if anyone works for (or knows someone who works for) a company that values its staff and might be open to a free massage taster session.

You could say something like:

“I’m offering a free workplace massage taster session to a local business that really looks after its staff (and values their wellbeing!). If you know a company that might be up for it, give me a shout – especially if you can connect me to someone in HR or management!”

2) From any replies you get, pick 3–5 companies to approach

Keep it simple. Don’t overthink it – you just want to start a conversation with people who are already open to the idea.

3) Ask your contact to help open the door

If someone you know works there, ask if they can mention you to HR, their boss, or whoever handles staff wellbeing. You don’t need them to do a big pitch for you – just a simple intro along the lines of:

“I know a brilliant massage therapist who’s offering a free taster session for businesses. Would you be interested if I put you in touch?”

4) If the company is open to it, get in touch directly

Once you’ve got the green light, reach out yourself – by email, phone, or in person – and explain what you’re offering and how it could help their team.

5) Be clear on what you’re offering – and why

Before you write or speak to them, get your angle straight in your head. What’s the real benefit for them?

It might be:

Boosting team morale
Reducing stress-related sick days
Helping staff settle back into the office post-Covid
Improving concentration, posture or productivity
Showing their team they’re valued

Your message will sound better if it speaks directly to their priorities.

6) Keep expectations realistic

You’re not aiming for an instant “yes.” This is just the beginning of a relationship – it may take a few back-and-forths, some questions, or a bit of time. That’s normal.

7) What to say when you introduce yourself

Here’s a loose structure you can use:

“Hi, I’m [Your Name]. I’m a qualified massage therapist and I work with companies who want to improve wellbeing, reduce sick days, or support their staff through stressful periods.

I’d love to offer you a free taster session – we could do something simple like a half-day where I come in and give short sessions to staff so they can experience the benefits first-hand.

It’s a no-obligation way for you to try it out and see if works for your staff.”

8) Leave the door open for a follow-up

Let them know you’ll send more details, and check if it’s ok to follow up:

“I’ll pop over a short email with the details – would it be ok if I called next week to see what you think?”

Here’s a template email/letter you can personalise:

Dear [Company Name] Team,

I hope this message finds you well.

My name is [Your Name], and I’m a qualified massage therapist with experience working with [your type of clients]. I’m reaching out because I’d love to explore the possibility of supporting your team with on-site massage sessions.

I’ve always admired [Company Name] for [something specific about their culture, values, or work]. That alignment is one of the reasons I wanted to get in touch.

As you know, stress, tension and burnout are common in many workplaces – especially with everything that’s happened over the last few years. Massage therapy has been shown to support not just physical wellbeing, but also focus, morale and mental health.

To give you a taste of what I offer, I’d love to provide a free half-day workplace massage taster session. It’s a no-pressure opportunity for your team to experience the benefits firsthand, with:

Short individual massage sessions
A simple setup (chair massage or table, depending on space)
Tips and advice on staying well at work
A small wellbeing boost in the middle of the day

If this sounds like something your team would benefit from, I’d be happy to send you more details and discuss what might work for your setup.

Thanks for considering it – and I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Best wishes,
[Your Name]
Massage Therapist
[Contact details + website if you have one]

9) Send them a follow-up

Use your professional-looking documentation – a leaflet or PDF about yourself and the way you work. Some research to back up your claims and arguments about how massage can change the workplace.

10) Call back in the time-scale agreed

11) Go and do the free taster session

Take vouchers to give to anyone who has a massage from you.(make sure you get the individuals’ email address, if you think they could become a private client. Also make sure the vouchers have a “use-by” date, to create a sense of urgency.)

12) Ask for feedback

After the session, ask the staff how they feel and what difference the massage made for them. Get this in writing if you can, so you can use it in the future as testimonials.

13) Follow up

Get back to HR/the employer with your package for on-going work with them. Send them the feedback from their employees.

12) Be ready for obstacles!

There are bound to be reasons why this could not work – TIME, MONEY, DISCOMFORT. Have a come-back and counterargument or persuasion for all of these ready.

13) Work the deal!

Be prepared to negotiate if you need to. (Know how low you are willing to go on price, beforehand and don’t waver from that!)

14) Have an offer prepared

Decide what you’re offering. How long are the sessions? How many people can you see in a block? What days/times are available? What’s included? If you sound clear and organised, they’ll trust you more.

15) Work out what the company will pay

Will the package be subsidised by the company? Will they pay it all? Will they pay 50% and the employees pay the rest? Will they just allow the employees the time, and not actually pay anything?

Other Ways to Find Corporate Clients:

LinkedIn can feel a bit cringe at first, but it’s basically a massive directory of people who actually work in offices and have influence over wellbeing stuff.

You don’t need to be posting motivational quotes or acting like a business influencer.

You just need to use it to find the right people and start normal conversations.

Try this:

Search for people in your area with job titles like: Office Manager, HR Manager, People & Culture, Operations Manager, Team Coordinator, Workplace Experience
Connect with a short message like:
“Hi! I’m a local massage therapist and I work with desk-based teams to help with neck/shoulder tension. Thought I’d connect 😊”
Watch what companies are posting about: staff wellbeing, stress, team days, mental health, retention… those are your “in”.

A really simple follow-up message could be:
“Quick one… do you ever do wellbeing days or anything like that for your staff? I offer workplace massage locally and I’m happy to send over a couple of options if it’s useful.”

This doesn’t need to feel awkward – you’re not begging. You’re offering something helpful.

Networking

When people hear “networking” they picture name badges and forced small talk. That’s not what I mean!

What I mean is getting yourself in the same rooms as people who:

know business owners
work in companies
manage teams
organise things
can introduce you

Corporate clients often come from one good conversation, not a hundred cold emails.

Places to network that actually make sense:

local business breakfasts / women in business groups
coworking spaces (the manager usually knows everyone)
local chamber of commerce events
gym owner / yoga studio owner connections
accountants, physiotherapists, osteos, therapists (they often treat office workers and business owners)

The key is to make it easy for people to refer you.

Instead of “I do massage” say something like:

“I help desk-based teams with neck and shoulder tension, and I offer on-site massage for staff wellbeing days.”

That one sentence does so much of the hard work for you! And if someone says “Oh that’s interesting”… your next line is simple:

“If you ever hear of a workplace that wants something like that, I’m happy to send over a couple of options.”

That’s it. No pressure and absolutely no weird sales pitch.

Bonus: the easiest networking move of all

If you want the quickest way to get corporate work without being “salesy”, it’s this:

Tell your existing clients you’re available for workplace massage.

Because a lot of your best corporate opportunities will come from:

clients who work in offices
clients who manage teams
clients who run companies
clients who know someone who does

You can casually say at the end of a session:
“By the way, I also do workplace massage for office teams. If your workplace ever does wellbeing days, I’m happy to send over details.”

Zero awkwardness and really big potential!

Making An Offer

Once you have your “in” – ie you’ve arranged to speak with someone inside the company, now you need to be ready with an offer that sounds attractive to them.

What to offer

Have ready:

A “starter” option (low commitment, easy yes)
A “best value” option (the one you’d like them to choose)
A “premium” option (for bigger teams / higher budget)

Make sure your offer includes:

session length (10 / 15 / 20 mins)
minimum booking block (eg 2 hours)
pricing (and how it’s paid)
what you need from them (a room + a contact person + a date)

Option 1: Taster Day
A one-off wellbeing day to trial workplace massage.
Perfect for teams who want to test it before committing.

Option 2: Monthly Reset
A set half-day or full-day visit once a month.
Easy to schedule and easy to budget for.

Option 3: Regular On-Site Massage
Weekly or fortnightly sessions as an ongoing staff wellbeing perk.

Remember that your actual “client” is going to be the company itself. All your marketing, content etc needs to be aimed at the person who makes the decisions around employee wellbeing. You are NOT targeting the individual employees here.

That means all your messaging needs to talk about how the COMPANY can benefit from your sessions.

Use these ideas below:

Good luck with it! 🙂

BENEFITS FOR THE COMPANY:

Stress Reduction: Massage therapy is known to reduce stress levels, helping employees relax and unwind. This can lead to improved mental well-being and decreased stress-related health issues.

Improved Morale: Offering massages demonstrates that the company cares about employees’ well-being, boosting morale and creating a positive workplace culture.

Enhanced Productivity: Relaxed and rejuvenated employees are often more focused and productive, leading to improved work output and efficiency.

Reduced Muscular Tension: Long hours at desks and computers can cause muscle tension and discomfort. Regular massages can help alleviate these issues, reducing absenteeism due to musculoskeletal complaints.

Increased Employee Retention: Companies that invest in employee well-being are more likely to retain their workforce, as employees feel valued and cared for.

Team Bonding: Shared massage experiences can strengthen team dynamics and encourage better collaboration among employees.

Boosted Creativity: Reduced stress and enhanced relaxation can stimulate creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Healthier Work Environment: A focus on employee wellness can lead to a healthier overall workplace environment, which in turn may lead to fewer sick days and decreased health-related costs.

Loyalty and Engagement: Employees who feel that their company is genuinely interested in their well-being are more likely to be loyal and engaged with their work.

Eased Post-COVID Anxiety: After the pandemic, many employees might face anxiety about returning to the workplace. Massages can help reduce this anxiety and provide a sense of comfort.

Work-Life Balance: Offering on-site massages encourages employees to take breaks and prioritize their health during the workday, promoting a healthier work-life balance.

Pain Relief: Employees with chronic pain or discomfort can benefit from targeted massage sessions, which can alleviate pain and improve their overall quality of life.

Corporate Image: Offering wellness programs like massages can enhance the company’s reputation as a caring and progressive employer, which can attract top talent.

Reduction in Work-Related Injuries: Regular massages can help prevent and manage work-related injuries, leading to fewer worker’s compensation claims.

Positive Company Culture: Prioritising employee wellness contributes to a positive company culture, creating an environment where employees are more motivated to excel.

Employee Feedback: Regular massage sessions can serve as an outlet for employees to provide feedback and share concerns, creating better communication.

Enhanced Employee Engagement: Engaged employees are more committed to their work and the success of the company. Offering massages can contribute to higher levels of engagement.

Wellness Initiatives: Massages can be part of a broader wellness program, showcasing the company’s commitment to employee health and happiness.

Attracting and Retaining Top Talent: A comprehensive wellness package, including regular massages, can make the company stand out in the job market, attracting and retaining skilled professionals.

Remember that the specific benefits will vary depending on the company’s culture, industry, and the needs of its employees.

Approach it like planting seeds, not chasing people. Put yourself in front of the right humans, make it easy for them to understand what you offer, and let it build from there.

Good luck!

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