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Name the massage business

by KimW
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I have a friend opening a massage business and is having trouble with a good name.

So far first choice seems to be TSR Massage. (stands for Therapeutic Stress Relief).

Like it,hate it?

Any suggestions?
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    • Profile picture of the author ThomM
      Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

      This won't end well.
      That's a lousy name for a massage business
      I'm really sorry Kim, but the best I can come up with is "Happy Endings".:rolleyes:
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      • Profile picture of the author Kay King
        If you have to explain a name - it's not a good name.

        Stress Free Massage

        Stress Therapy Massage

        If you use initials they should be easy to remember/understand - and TSR doesn't make it for me.
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        • Profile picture of the author MissTerraK
          I'm with Kay on this one.

          Although TSR Massage isn't so bad per se, if the TSR is supposed to represent Therapeutic Stress Relief, not many people know that so it isn't effective.

          As a matter of fact, when I first read the name in question, the closest acronym to TSR that I know of is TSA and TSA Massage reminded me of a TSA pat down search gone too far.

          Of course this is my mind we're talking about here.

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        Originally Posted by ThomM View Post

        That's a lousy name for a massage business
        I'm really sorry Kim, but the best I can come up with is "Happy Endings".:rolleyes:
        Its lousy indeed .. I bet you can come up with something better
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  • Profile picture of the author KimW
    Thank you Kay for several reasons.

    First off, for taking this seriously.

    I am really trying to help a friend.

    Second. I agree with having to explain the initials.

    Being the geek that I am, when I saw TSR my first thought was Dungeons and Dragons.

    Sad.

    So, if anyone has any serious thoughts,I will pass them on.


    (I admit I did chuckle at a couple of responses).
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    • Profile picture of the author MikeTucker
      Originally Posted by KimW View Post

      Being the geek that I am, when I saw TSR my first thought was Dungeons and Dragons.
      I miss TSR. Wizards of the Coast is just... Disney-ish.

      Anyway I liked "Wax-On, Wax-Off"

      But yeah, I think for a massage business, naming it by the image promoted
      is probably best. I go to a place called "Professional Sports Massage" and
      the environment is exactly what you would expect.
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    (Name or City/Town name) + Health & Wellness Massage
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    • Profile picture of the author KimW
      Originally Posted by waterotter View Post

      (Name or City/Town name) + Health & Wellness Massage
      We actually looked that up for them and it had been taken, but they are still playing around with variations.
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    Here are a few ideas...

    Rub Down Low Down
    Down Town Rub Down
    Heavenly Massage
    Massage Oasis
    Nirvana Massages
    Exquisite Massage
    Elegant Massage
    Massage Hut
    Instant Gratification Massages
    Indulgent Massages
    Uninhibited Massages
    In The Flow Massages
    Luxurious Massages
    Deep Penetration Massage
    Massage Fantasies
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  • Profile picture of the author Claude Whitacre
    Originally Posted by KimW View Post

    I have a friend opening a massage business and is having trouble with a good name.

    So far first choice seems to be TSR Massage. (stands for Therapeutic Stress Relief).

    Like it,hate it?

    Any suggestions?
    Therapeutic Stress Relief Center sounds good. Don't use the initials, use the name. It describes what he business delivers.
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  • Profile picture of the author Ricky Allen
    Well I wonder if you just want a name for the business or a .com domain name too as if you want both you should try to get the same.

    My suggestion would be Mistress Of Massage and the .com is available unless someone else grabs it now but even if that does happen I have at least given you an idea and I can always come up with another one for you.

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  • Profile picture of the author KimW
    Well, Mr Allen,it has been ages.
    Mr Allen helped me with my web/sales page for the first product I created years and years ago.

    If it was one person Mistress of Massage might be good. I might file that away.
    And yes,they do want the same dot com as the name of the business. That is why I was contacted,to help with the internet work.
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  • Profile picture of the author Ricky Allen
    Hey Kim please call me Ricky of course.

    And just thinking also you might like massagetofitness.com available but tell me more about what your friend expects people to get from their type of massage?

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    Magic Massage, Soothing Massage, (The person's name) Massage,
    Is it a clinic or mobile? If mobile, it could be the person's name and Mobile Massage.

    Without more info that is all I can think of and I have regular massages from several people. Tell us the name of the place and the person and maybe we can suggest more names.
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    • Profile picture of the author KimW
      Originally Posted by laurencewins View Post

      Magic Massage, Soothing Massage, (The person's name) Massage,
      Is it a clinic or mobile? If mobile, it could be the person's name and Mobile Massage.

      Without more info that is all I can think of and I have regular massages from several people. Tell us the name of the place and the person and maybe we can suggest more names.
      Funny,
      Magic Massage was my first suggestion.
      Magic Massage, make your stress disappear.

      after being passed around it was thought too many people would take it to the bad place.
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    • Profile picture of the author Frank Donovan
      Originally Posted by KimW View Post

      Funny,
      Magic Massage was my first suggestion.
      Magic Massage, make your stress disappear.
      after being passed around it was thought too many people would take it to the bad place.
      Kim, Magic Touch Massage has perhaps a slightly more wholesome feel (?).


      Hardraysnight,
      Originally Posted by hardraysnight View Post

      rubber massage
      As a Beatles fan, I expected you to suggest: I Knead You.


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      Originally Posted by HeySal View Post

      Kneadful Things. :rolleyes:
      My God! That may be the single wittiest thing I've read on this forum since.....um...the last time I said the same thing.

      Brilliant Sal, just brilliant.

      Kneadful Things! HA!
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        Originally Posted by Claude Whitacre View Post

        My God! That may be the single wittiest thing I've read on this forum since.....um...the last time I said the same thing.

        Brilliant Sal, just brilliant.

        Kneadful Things! HA!
        I just love a guy who is so easily entertained.
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          Originally Posted by HeySal View Post

          I just love a guy who is so easily entertained.

          Not that easily. It takes a sharp cookie to make me laugh.
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    Stressmelt Massage: describes what they want, no seedy undertones, and the dot com is available.
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    If the clientele is fairly literate, how about, "Aye, There's The Rub".
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  • Profile picture of the author Jack Gordon
    I always thought massage was well suited to a subscription model. Get people to commit to a monthly (or weekly, or quarterly, etc) appointment in exchange for a break in price. Of course, that is a small benefit... the main benefit is health, well being and happiness without the hassle of recommitting every month.

    Take the decision out of the decision, and I think people will see the appeal.

    I realize that doesn't help you with the name game, but hopefully it is a marketing angle worth exploring
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    • Profile picture of the author KimW
      Originally Posted by Jack Gordon View Post

      I always thought massage was well suited to a subscription model. Get people to commit to a monthly (or weekly, or quarterly, etc) appointment in exchange for a break in price. Of course, that is a small benefit... the main benefit is health, well being and happiness without the hassle of recommitting every month.

      Take the decision out of the decision, and I think people will see the appeal.

      I realize that doesn't help you with the name game, but hopefully it is a marketing angle worth exploring

      There are places that do that in the area I live in.
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    Divine Touch

    Sounds good for therapeutic massage or just plain pampering and self indulgence.
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    Maybe work in the term Spa, which would allow your friend to offer others services as well. I would also suggest not using a family name or a location name if they want to to expand to other locations and/or sell in the future. Best of luck.
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  • Profile picture of the author Dennis Gaskill
    Personally, I'd go for simple.

    Therapeutic Massage

    ... would be my choice. It differentiates it from massage parlors that are fronts for ... er, ladies who provide special massages, although I love the creativity many have shown. I like Jack's idea of working in the word "spa" if it's appropriate.

    Therapeutic Massage and Spa

    I'd stay away from the cutesy and clever names for this kind of business. Therapeutic Massage (and Spa) just sounds more professional to me.

    Wife: Where have you been?
    Hubby: Soft Touch Massage
    Wife: Wham! (frying pan to the head)

    Wife: Where have you been?
    Hubby: Therapeutic Massage and Spa
    Wife: Wham! (Hey, you can't win them all.)

    Do I get a free massage now?
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    Before selecting a name, I'd want to know who the target market is?

    Male? Female?
    Vacation travelers?
    Upscale/middle class?
    Medical referals?

    I'd suggest to come up with a marketing plan, then a name.
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    Meltaway Massage
    city or landmark name or term (example: Sol) + Massage Therapy Group
    agree with working in Spa or Day Spa if applicable
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    • Profile picture of the author MissTerraK
      Originally Posted by hardraysnight View Post

      massage in a bottle
      I know you meant to play on "message in a bottle" but it reminds me of some sort of snake oil elixir.

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      • Profile picture of the author KimW
        Originally Posted by hardraysnight View Post

        massage in a bottle
        Originally Posted by MissTerraK View Post

        I know you meant to play on "message in a bottle" but it reminds me of some sort of snake oil elixir.

        Terra


        I don't know if myfriend would like it, but I did. It made me laugh.
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    • Profile picture of the author Enfusia
      Stressless Organic Therapeutic Massage

      Or

      Healing Hands Therapeutic Massage


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      • Profile picture of the author Kay King
        Healing Hands Therapeutic Massage
        I like that one!
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      • Profile picture of the author Dennis Gaskill
        Originally Posted by Enfusia View Post

        Healing Hands Therapeutic Massage
        That's a good one, depending on the business. Not all massages are by hand. When I hurt my back my therapy consisted of three different kinds of massages, and only one involved human hands touching me. One was ultrasound and the other was a matt that delivered very mild electrical shocks. If Kim's friend only offers hand massages, that's a great name. If they offer other kinds of massages, maybe tweaking your idea to...

        Healing Arts Therapeutic Massage

        ...would be an alternate name that doesn't box them into one type of massage.
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    Smiling muscle massage
    Muscle magic massage
    Magic muscle massage
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      Originally Posted by travlinguy View Post

      Smiling muscle massage
      I envisioned a very disturbing mascot with this one.
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        Originally Posted by garyv View Post

        I envisioned a very disturbing mascot with this one.
        Several, actually... :p
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      Originally Posted by travlinguy View Post

      Magic muscle massage
      That might not evoke the same thought in others that you had in mind.
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      • Profile picture of the author Kay King
        Healing Arts Therapeutic Massage


        That's good, too but I'd be more likely to use "massage therapy". The education system being what it is, not sure how many can read "therapeutic"
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        • Profile picture of the author bizgrower
          Originally Posted by Kay King View Post

          Healing Arts Therapeutic Massage


          That's good, too but I'd be more likely to use "massage therapy". The education system being what it is, not sure how many can read "therapeutic"
          Kim's friend might prefer at clientele that is at least semi-educated.
          Then again, it might go the other way. If the prospects don't understand
          "therapeutic", they might think its the unseemly variety of massage.

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          • Profile picture of the author randak
            Kim, don't know if you still need suggestions but what the hey.

            All Hands On Deck Massage
            or maybe
            Massage Specialists-lends instant credibility in people's minds because if your bragging maybe you are better
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    I like that one Kay.
    I've complied a list of all suggestions and will forward them later this evening.
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    I limited my suggestions to ones that had a domain available. Not great, but what do I know?

    Touch of Class Massage (domain available too)

    Heavenly Fingers Massage (heavenlyfingersmassage.com and heavenlyfingers.com both available)

    Stress All Gone Massage (domain available)
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    Whatever you decide to call it, just throw the words "Happy Ending" somewhere in the name.

    You'll get plenty of business.

    Maybe even a visit from the feds. Haha
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    • Profile picture of the author KimW
      Originally Posted by vask View Post

      Whatever you decide to call it, just throw the words "Happy Ending" somewhere in the name.

      You'll get plenty of business.

      Maybe even a visit from the feds. Haha
      Sorry,the "happy ending" jokes were played out long before you showed up. :rolleyes:
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