Client Testimonials

05/30/2008:

I met with Jim recently for a pleasant and relaxing massage exchange. He was very friendly and informative. I was initially a little anxious about the Watsu method of massage. The experience in the warm water pool felt fantastic and I was able to totally relax and enjoy the experience. The view from the pool is very scenic and calming. He provides a nice private shower and changing area which helps to give the experience the feel of a Spa. Jim was appreciative of my table massage and offered some helpful pointers. I would highly recommend Jim based on his extensive training and pleasant personality.

05/15/2007:

Professional, Educated, Helpful - Time well spent! Jim agreed to drive (an hour) to my place and I told him I would be happy to give him a massage and in return if he could just give me some feedback I would be very grateful. Well, even after the arrangement he insisted on giving me a hand/foot massage which was GREAT! He showed me some new techniques which I have already incorporated in my regular massage session. This massage exchange website is a wonderful tool that I'm surprised more therapist don't use. Thank you Jim for contacting me and for all your help!

03-26-2007:

Jim greeted me at my door with a great big smile! I felt comfortable with him from the start. I gave him the option to choose which one of us would get massage first....he choose to go first. I think he read my mind...because I had not had a good massage in a while and I didn't think I would be able to give him a long massage after he worked on me....and was I right! Jim took his time and really listened to me and gave me a long and wonderful massage. He also shared some trade secrets with me. I look forward to going to Michigan to visit my two kids that live there....and to visit Jim on his turf! Thanks Jim....you are a new found peer and friend. :-) Handss (Colleen)

11-19-2005:

Jim was in Tucson for a training and while he was here, we were able to do some trades. Jim first gave me a regular Swedish massage and that was so relaxing and enjoyable. He took his time, seemed to know just what I needed and I was able to relax. Jim was both appropriate, well educated with a wonderful touch as a professional and a fun person to be around outside of the massage room as well. Later in the week, Jim was able to give both myself and a friend of mine some Watsu massage at the place where he received his training this week. Jim has been doing Watsu for many years and I was impressed at his professionalism and his gentle nature in the water. Both my friend, who had just met Jim, and I were able to quickly relax in the water with him and felt safe and secure. A wonderful feeling! Very enjoyable. I highly recommend Jim for massage and friendship.

Lynn Hauptli 2005:

My mother was referred to Jim by her friend and aerobics' instructor, Pat. She was having pain that radiated thru her hip and down her right leg. It was bad enough that she was limping and it was interfering with her daily activities. Her doctor's had tried cortisone shots, physical therapy and put her thru a myriad of tests to determine the cause. My mother decided to see Jim and give his warm water massage a try, since nothing else appeared to be working. The very 1st visit, Jim was gracious and professional. He introduced us both to Watsu, showed us what was involved and how he may be able to help. After several sessions of traction, Watsu and Swedish massage, I could see the improvement. After several more sessions, my mother was able to walk without limping and resume her normal activities. She couldn't have done it without Jim!

Update, 07/2009:

I have often mentioned to friends and family, that before meeting Jim and discovering his remarkable Watsu massage, I never knew how much pain I was in until I wasn't any more. He helped my mother on so many occasions. He helped her live her life on her own terms. Gave her a slice of heaven every week, thru the relaxing and calming warm water massage sessions, to the expert table massage's. He is now helping my father-in-law cope with his back pain. He has helped me with my neck and shoulder pain, due to too many hours hunched over a computer. He has helped my husband with his myofacial pain and back pain. We wish we lived closer to Rochester or he lived closer to us! We all highly recommend Jim - he's always professional and uses his extensive training and experience to help his clients.

Anita Sue Lee 4/2005:

My personal experience with Watsu took place at a private home near Rochester, Michigan. The section of the home that was used for massage had a spa-like atmosphere. A large heated pool, equipped with Jacuzzi jets, and a special underwater sound system, and separate massage table were enclosed by a beautiful glass solarium. The heated tiles in the floor, carefully selected music, and beautiful view of nature helped to create a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.

The massage therapist invited me into the warm pool. Immersed in the warm water, gently floated and caressed, I felt a feeling of complete relaxation and peace. Totally immersed in the moment, I felt beautiful and graceful as I gazed at my reflection in the domed glass enclosure that surrounded the pool. The skilled therapist gently stretched, moved, and rocked my body to the rhythm of the music.

The visual beauty of the natural surroundings exposed through the glass room, the enveloping warmth of the water, the soothing touch of the therapist, and the calming music appealed to many of my senses simultaneously. My personal experience with Watsu greatly exceeded my expectations.

Many times more relaxing than a traditional table massage, Watsu had the added dimension of a feeling of deep intimacy, trust, and connectedness with the giver. Completely immersed in the moment, I felt a sense of timelessness, safety, and security, almost as if I were back in my mother’s womb.