Q.1 "Can I get a sports massage if I don't have a spots injury?"
A. This is the best time to get a sports massage, because it is very effective in preventing injuries. The truth is that I can only deal with very minor injuries. If you have a serious injury, you need to first see a doctor, who will probably send you to a Physiotherapist for a few weeks, then only would it be normal for you to start seeing someone like myself who does sports massage. The true benefits of sports massage are only realised with regular massage sessions, as part of a training program.

Q.2 "Can I get a sports massage if I don't do sport?"
A. Yes, there are many benefits to sports massage, including the easing of tight muscles and stress reduction/relaxation, cancer prevention / recovery. Remember though that I don't only do sports massage but a range of therapeutic type massages, and I can tailor make the massage routine for your needs.

Q.3 "How often should I get a massage?"
A. This is probably more a question of economics, like how often can you afford to get a sports massage. Ideally it would be great if everyone could get a massage twice a week. From personal experience, I am at my best if I get a massage once a week, and if I go a more than a month without a massage I start to struggle. It is advisable to at least have a 2 or 3 day gap between massages.

Q.4 "Will it hurt?"
A. If you are in good condition, the answer is no. If you have active trigger points that need deactivating the answer is yes but it will be within what you fell acceptable. A classical Swedish type of massage should never really hurt.

Q.5 "How old do I need to be to get a massage?"
A. There is not really any age limit. The law does state (in the Child Care Act of 1983), that anyone above the age of 14 years can give informed consent without their parents being present. But I would feel very uncomfortable giving a massage to anybody under the age of 18 without their parents permission, and I certainly would not massage anybody under the age of 16 without their parents being present.

Q.6 "I'm shy to come alone, can I bring someone with who can stay in the room with me?"
A. Yes. Your comfort is what really counts.

Q.7 "How much does it cost?"
A. Look at the "Price List " page. I have listed everything there.

Q.8 "Will I have to get undressed? and how much would I have to take off?"
A. Yes, but your comfort level is most important:
I take the following into account:

1. All the massage techniques I use require the use of oil on bare skin.

2. The client's need for privacy/modesty (I want you to feel comfortable enough to come back).

3. You need to stay warm during the massage, as it helps you to relax.

So let me try to answer it this way:
The parts that you are having massaged need to be undressed eg. If you are having a back massage, you need to take your top off, if you are having a full body massage you need to undress totally. However, I will keep your private area covered with a towel, unless we are both comfortable with removing it for practicality sake. I normally leave the room for you to get undressed and get ready, unless you are comfortable and just want to get on with it. You are also free to change your mind during a massage (you may want to add more draping, or get rid of it). You are the one in control, I want you to feel comfortable.

Q.9 Can I get totally undressed and not have any draping over me?

Q.10 Do I do erotic massages?
A. There is a time and a place for erotic massage, but it is not within professional massage.

I have a massage routine that I call the "super smooth" full body massage, based on classical Swedish techniques, but most importantly, it also incorporates full body length strokes, which magnify the relaxing effect of the massage. It requires the receiver to be totally naked, but is not erotic in it's intent. Instead, the desired outcome is a super relaxing massage. This massage would be particularly of particular benefit to patients with eating disorders, ADHD, addictive personalities, depression or high levels of stress. I must stress that I am not comfortable doing this massage for everyone, as you can understand.

Q.11 Can I claim from medical aid?
A. Yes, depending on your medical aid. I am registered and have a practice number, however, not all medical aid schemes pay for therapeutic massage. So, it is incumbent upon you to first find out from your medical aid if they pay. In any case, you would pay me and claim back from your medical aid.





Craig Botha, Therapeutic Massage Therapist
Reg. no. A10608
Prac.no. 107 000 0302910

Should you wish to contact me, Craig Botha, click here or dial 082 812 7921