Discusses strategies for reducing chair massage costs for companies by implementing cost-sharing measures. It emphasizes the potential for significant savings, specifically highlighting the possibility of cutting expenses by up to 50%. Collaboration among employees to share massage costs can improve wellness and benefit the organization, boosting morale, productivity, and a culture of well-being. The approach advocates a practical solution that balances employee benefits with cost efficiency.
When companies consider offering office chair massages to their employees on a regular basis, the first question is often not just how much it will cost, but who will be paying for it!
The company decision-makers usually envision it working in one of two ways:
- the company pays 100% of the cost to the chair massage provider (this is the most typical way), or
- the employees each pay 100% themselves for their own massage time (usually somewhere between $1-$2 per minute).
Some companies cannot afford the service regularly, if at all.
When the company covers the bill, it simplifies things for the staff who appreciate not having to pay.
Some companies cannot afford the service regularly.
If budget is tight, company might hire on-site massage therapist for per-minute payments from employees.
While a good idea in theory, it may not be practical for the massage provider.
Hourly fees are not guaranteed, leading to unpredictable earnings per visit.
Employees may be unwilling to participate if the rates are not affordable for them.
“Hybrid” Cost-Sharing Office Massage Plan
There is however a third option that we might call a “hybrid” solution, which we have seen work effectively.
The company will pay a set fee for each hour the on-site therapist is available to give massages.
Staff will pay a subsidized rate for mini massage sessions in cash, which will be used to discount the company’s overall fee.
Chair massage cost sharing benefits all parties involved:
- Employees receive discounted massages at the office.
- The sponsoring company can save over 50% of the usual cost through fee sharing and
- The therapist/provider earns a profitable fee and looks forward to returning.
If budget constraints prevent full sponsorship, hiring chair massage therapists can be a beneficial compromise for staff benefits.
Not everyone may want a chair massage, but many will take advantage of it when offered at a reasonable price, subsidized by the company.
Visits can range from one hour to multiple days based on staff size.
If interested, contact us at Body Well for more information.
While a good idea in theory, it may not be practical for the massage provider.
Hourly fees are not guaranteed, leading to unpredictable earnings per visit.
Employees may be unwilling to participate if the rates are not affordable for them.
“Hybrid” Cost-Sharing Office Massage Plan
There is however a third option that we might call a “hybrid” solution, which we have seen work effectively.
The company will pay a set fee for each hour the on-site therapist is available to give massages.
Staff will pay a subsidized rate for mini massage sessions in cash, which will be used to discount the company’s overall fee.
Chair massage cost sharing benefits all parties involved:
- Employees receive discounted massages at the office.
- The sponsoring company can save over 50% of the usual cost through fee sharing and
- The therapist/provider earns a profitable fee and looks forward to returning.
If budget constraints prevent full sponsorship, hiring chair massage therapists can be a beneficial compromise for staff benefits.
Not everyone may want a chair massage, but many will take advantage of it when offered at a reasonable price, subsidized by the company.
Visits can range from one hour to multiple days based on staff size.
If interested, contact us at Body Well for more information.
