Private Massage Lessons in Grand Rapids, MI
Learn the art of touch. Perfect for couples, friends, or family members wanting to learn professional techniques to relieve stress and pain at home.
Bring the Spa Home
We all love receiving a massage, but giving one can be intimidating. Do your hands get tired after five minutes? Are you unsure if you’re pushing too hard or hitting the right spot?
At Be Balanced Bodywork, we bridge the gap between professional therapy and home care. Our private lessons are designed to teach you safe, effective techniques that you can use forever. Whether you want to help a partner with chronic back pain or simply want to connect on a deeper level, our skilled therapists will guide your hands until you feel confident.
The Lessons
What Will You Learn?
Proper Body Mechanics
Learn how to use your body weight (not just your thumbs!) so you can give a great massage without hurting your own hands
Targeted Relief
We teach you specific routines to address common “trouble spots” like the neck, shoulders, and lower back
Hands-On Guidance
This isn’t a lecture. You will practice on your partner while a professional therapist guides your pressure and placement in real-time
Connection
Massage is a powerful way to bond. Couples often find these lessons to be a fun, intimate date night activity
Become the Massage Expert
Why Take a Lesson?
Save Money
Think of this as an investment. By learning to treat minor aches and pains at home, you can extend the time between professional appointments.
Empower Your Health
Stop feeling helpless when a loved one is in pain. You will leave with a toolkit of skills to provide immediate relief for headaches and muscle tension.
Unique Date Night
Tired of the usual dinner and a movie? A private massage lesson is a memorable experience that builds trust and intimacy.
Not a Certification Course
It is important to note that these lessons are for personal enrichment only. They do not provide licensure or certification for professional massage therapy.
Our goal is to help “laypeople” become better at caring for their friends and family. We tailor the curriculum to your needs. If your partner is a runner, we can focus on legs and glutes. If they work at a desk, we can focus on neck and shoulders. It is fully customized to you.
Who Can Attend?
You can come with a partner, a friend, or a family member. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose-fitting clothing (like yoga wear) that allows you to move freely around the table.
We can host these lessons in our comfortable Grand Rapids studio, or for an additional fee, we can bring the lesson to the privacy of your own home.
Choose Your Level
Invest in a Lifetime Skill
Select the tier that fits your goals. All prices include tuition for two participants.
Beginner
Learn the fundamentals of relaxation and basic strokes.
Intermediate
Refine your flow and learn specific techniques for pain relief.
Advanced
Ensures the full studio experience with a professional massage table.
Hear it from our clients!
Our Massage Reviews & Testimonials
Kayla Morgan
"This morning I had my first real massage. I have been teaching yoga a lot more and just experiencing the normal stress of being a entrepreneur. I felt safe and relaxed for the entire hour. The best hour of self-care that I have had in a long time!
-Thank You Johaun!"
Bre Gelderloos
"This was my first professional massage. I treated myself for my 41st birthday. It was AMAZING! Very professional and he really worked on the areas that needed more attention. I will be going back.
-Thanks Johaun!"
Mindy M Wolf
"My hubby & I have had massages from Johaun for two years now:) He's not only a wonderful massage tech but an even more wonderful man:) We adore him and look forward to our visits with him and of course those amazing hands that work deeply on our muscles!"