Massage Heights Franchise News

Award Recognizes Franchisee for Operational Excellence and Dedication to the Brand’s Core Values
San Antonio, TX - (May 23, 2012) - Massage Heights, an international premium franchise membership massage company that makes regular massage therapy affordable and convenient to the masses announced today that Houston, Texas franchisees Larry and Debbie Weatherford are the recipients of the inaugural Massage Heights Founders Cup Award.
“We are honored to be the inaugural recipients of this award. Being a part of the Massage Heights system has been a rewarding and fulfilling experience for us the past five years and we are very grateful for the support we have received from the entire Massage Heights community”, said the Weatherfords who are franchisees of the Voss and Sugar Land Retreat locations in Houston, Texas...

Special "Elevated" Massage Packages Available
SAN ANTONIO, April 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Mother's Day is Sunday, May 13th. For everything that mom does, Massage Heights, an international premium franchise membership massage company that makes regular massage therapy affordable and convenient to the masses, is giving consumers a way to help mom Live. Life. Better.™ with the gift of a limited time "Elevated" Therapeutic Massage Package that feels good and is good for her.
Based on their most popular "Elevations", experience enhancing add on-services, Guests can choose from a Mom's Escape Package featuring a 1-Hour Massage with Reviving Foot Scrub and free Relax Aromatherapy for $71.99 (a $155.99 value, prices vary by market) or Mom's Indulgence Package, a 90-Minute Massage with Hot Stone and free Relax Aromatherapy for $109...

Rock 'n' Roll Dallas Half Marathon Participants Receive Complimentary Post-Race Massages
DALLAS, TX--(Marketwire - Apr 3, 2012) - When the runners crossed the finish line at the Rock 'n' Roll Dallas Half Marathon on Sunday, March 25, Massage Heights Therapists were ready to provide relief for aching muscles with complimentary massages.
A team of 30 professional therapists from Dallas-area Massage Heights Retreats worked diligently from 9:30am to 12:00pm, offering massages to all finishers, including over 100 runners and guests in the VIP area. The Rock 'n' Roll Dallas Half Marathon drew over 14,000 participants and benefitted Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Prior to the race, Massage Heights joined 80 other exhibitors at the Health and Fitness Expo on March 23 and 24 at the Dallas Convention Center...

Regional Developer Plans 25 New Retreats in Next Three Years
DALLAS, TX--(Marketwire - Apr 2, 2012) - Massage Heights will open 25 new Retreats in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex over the next three years, says Regional Developer J.D. Busch. "Dallas offers better opportunities for us than any other market in the United States," Busch explains. "The Metroplex has the strongest demographic profile in the country."
Massage Heights currently has five Retreats operating in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and Busch sees the potential for many more. "We licensed 22 franchises in four years in Houston," Busch says, "and we look forward to bringing our success and expertise from that market here to Dallas." Busch has been named Massage Heights Regional Developer of the Year for the past three years...

Collaboration Connects Wellness Objectives of Both Organizations
SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Massage Heights, an international premium franchise membership massage company that makes regular massage therapy affordable and convenient to the masses announced today their new relationship with the American Cancer Society®. Massage Heights will serve as a national sponsor of the American Cancer Society's DetermiNation® half-marathon and marathon training program, driving participation in their program through increased awareness among Massage Heights customers and enabling customers to save lives from cancer and create a world with less cancer and more birthdays.
"Massage Heights is proud to support the American Cancer Society DetermiNation team in their efforts to help people touched by cancer live better lives...

Company President to Address Prospective Investors/Operators at Luncheon on January 26th.
HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - Jan 17, 2012) - Massage Heights, a membership-based massage therapy franchise, is offering investors the opportunity to own their own business in a rapidly growing field through a Massage Heights franchise in Houston.
On January 26th, Massage Heights President & CEO Glenn Franson will address potential Retreat owners assembled with assistance from J.D. Busch, Massage Heights Regional Developer. Franson will speak on the opportunities available to Massage Heights Retreat owners.
Busch says Massage Heights franchise owners enjoy a business climate at their Retreats distinctly different from that found in many other industries...

Inaugural Champions of Spirit Awards Will Recognize Achievements by Local Competitors
HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - Jan 11, 2012) - Massage Heights, a leading provider of sports massage therapy, has created a special award to recognize the achievements of athletically-inclined men and women in Houston.
This program invites Houstonians to submit the 2011 sports-related accomplishments of local amateurs. Following a nomination period a panel of experts will review the entries and select up to ten individuals for awards. In February, the winners will be recognized at a luncheon with the Houston Massage Heights Retreat owners.
"Regular therapeutic massage is beneficial to people of all walks of life," notes J. D. Busch, owner of the River Oaks and Champions Village Retreats in Houston...

New Woodlands Franchisee Follows Daughter's Career Path as Massage Heights Strategic Partner HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - May 17, 2011) - When native Texan Diana Jenkins told her New Hampshire-based daughter about the health benefits of a professional massage, she had no idea that ownership of a Massage Heights franchise was in their collective future. Today, Jenkins and her daughter Amy Calandra are both Strategic Partners of Massage Heights retreats in The Woodlands, Texas (north of Houston) and Bedford, New Hampshire, respectively. Additionally, Mrs. Calandra serves as the Massage Heights Area Developer for the Northeast Region.

"My mother discovered Massage Heights several years ago," says Mrs. Calandra, "and she suggested that I explore the franchise as a business opportunity...

Project Runway Winner's Couture Creation to Tour Massage Heights Locations in Houston to Salute Mother's Day HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - March 24, 2011) - Fashion designer Chloe Dao, who rose to national fame with her much publicized victory on season two of Project Runway, has created a luxurious robe for the owners of the Massage Heights locations in Houston in celebration of Mother's Day. Beginning April 1, 2011, the robe will "travel" to all thirteen Houston area Massage Heights locations, where consumers will have the opportunity to view this original designer masterpiece and register to win it.

Dao, the owner of Houston boutique Lot 8, applied her vision, expertise and talent to the embellishment of an already lavish Massage Heights' silk robe, spending an estimated 100 hours delicately cutting Soltiss beaded lace and hand-sewing the beads onto the robe with special attention to the cuffs, collar and tassel...

Therapeutic Massage Retreat Offers Relief to the Daily Grind November 29, 2010 // Franchising.com // Matthews, NC – Soothing music, relaxing aromatic candles, a clean and calming environment, and experienced massage therapists. All these are available at Massage Heights, the new, luxurious therapeutic massage retreat located at 1915 Matthews Township Pkwy.

Massage Heights of Matthews is the third to open in the Charlotte market. Executives of the San Antonio-based franchise say Charlotte is a prime location for expansion based on 34 key components of research showing an ideal match to the area's population, psychographics, demographics, economic climate, spending habits, competitive landscape, real estate, etc.

"Massage Heights brings all the comforts and benefits of a Tuscan spa to Matthews guests without an excessive cost," said David Tyson, owner of the new Massage Heights in Matthews...

Competition `Knot' a Problem for Local Business Developer & Up-and-Coming Massage Membership Franchise November 03, 2010 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA – Local business developer Tom Gustoff is planning to open the doors to Atlanta's second Massage Heights retreat with the help of Randy Merrill, Gustoff's newest strategic partner. This location will be the second of 20 locations set to open in the Atlanta market, treating tense, stressed-out Atlanta consumers to a luxury spa massage experience at an affordable monthly rate.

Executives of the San Antonio-based franchise company say Atlanta is a prime location for expansion based on 34 key components of research showing an ideal match to Atlanta's population, psychographics, demographics, economic climate, spending habits, competitive landscape, real estate, etc...

MISSION VIEJO, CA -(Marketwire - November 2, 2010) - Mission Viejo massage therapy spa offers relief from the daily grind. Soothing music, relaxing aromatic candles, a luxurious and calming environment, and experienced massage therapists. All these are available at Massage Heights Mission Viejo's first location, located in the Mission Viejo Marketplace at 26032 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo 92692.

"Massage Heights Mission Viejo brings all the comforts and benefits of a Tuscan spa to Mission Viejo guests at an affordable cost, offering an introductory grand opening 1-hour massage for $39.99 with aromatherapy," said Ron and Donna Lang Stoffel, Regional Developers for Inland Orange County and Riverside County areas. "Those who sign-up for the membership program are able to routinely receive a variety of massage styles and wellness services at a very reasonable price...

Local Developers on Track to Open 17 Additional Units throughout Inland Orange County and Riverside County Markets October 26, 2010 // Franchising.com // Mission Viejo, CA – Local business developers Ron and Donna Lang Stoffel, long-time residents and active members of the Mission Viejo community, are opening the doors to Mission Viejo's first affordable, upscale massage retreat, Massage Heights. This will be the first of 18 retreats planned for the Inland Orange County and Riverside County areas (including the Temecula and Palm Springs/Desert communities), treating tense, stressed-out consumers to a luxury spa massage experience at an affordable monthly rate.

"We have gone the extra mile to provide a relaxing sanctuary for our clients and our team, including spacious therapy rooms, an extra large team retreat, cushioned treatment room floors and hydraulic tables," said Donna Lang Stoffel, regional developer for Massage Heights...

SAN DIEGO, CA - (Marketwire) - Therapeutic Carlsbad, CA massage spa offers relief from the daily grind. Soothing music, relaxing aromatic candles, a luxurious and calming environment, and experienced massage therapists. All these are available at Massage Heights San Diego's first location, located in the Plaza Paseo Real Shopping Center at 6965 El Camino Real #101, Carlsbad, CA 92009.

"Massage Heights San Diego brings all the comforts and benefits of a Tuscan spa to Carlsbad and San Diego guests at an affordable cost, offering an introductory 1-hour massage for $49.99 with aromatherapy," said Deon Goldschmidt, who is a Regional Developer for Massage Heights San Diego County. "Those who sign-up for the membership program are able to routinely receive a variety of massage styles and wellness services at a very reasonable price...

September 08, 2010 // Franchising.com // Mission Viejo, CA – Local business developers Ron and Donna Lang Stoffel just announced plans for an October 2010 launch of Mission Viejo's premier Massage Heights, located at 26032 Marguerite Parkway, treating tense, stressed-out consumers to a luxury spa massage experience at an affordable monthly rate. In addition, the developers are seeking out strategic partners to develop 17 additional locations in the Northern Inland Orange County and Riverside County (including the Temecula and Palm Springs/Desert communities) over next five years.

Executives of the San Antonio-based franchise company say Inland Orange County and Riverside County are prime areas for expansion based on 34 key components of research showing an ideal match to Orange County and Riverside County's population, psychographics, demographics, economic climate, spending habits, competitive landscape, real estate, etc...

Therapeutic Newport Beach, CA Massage Spa Offers Relief From the Daily Grind NEWPORT BEACH, CA -(Marketwire) - Soothing music, relaxing aromatic candles, a clean and calming environment, and experienced massage therapists. All these are available at Massage Heights Newport Beach's newest location in The Bluffs Shopping Center at 1334 Bison Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92660 near Wildfish, Pei Wei, and Chipotle.

"Massage Heights Newport Beach brings all the comforts and benefits of a Tuscan spa to Newport Beach and Irvine guests without an excessive cost, offering an introductory 1-hour massage for $39.99 with aromatherapy," said Bill and Bonnie Bousema, who own Massage Heights Newport Beach and are also Regional Developers for the company...

ATLANTA, GA - (Marketwire) - Inspired by refreshing cucumber and mint, Massage Heights Atlanta's exclusive Sublime Summertime Massage helps Sandy Springs and Atlanta consumers escape, relax and reenergize this summer.

In addition to specializing in high quality massage therapy services that cost a fraction of the typical Atlanta spa price, Massage Heights Atlanta offers special treatments called 'Elevations' such as aromatherapy, peppermint foot scrubs, hot stone therapy and hot towel cold stone face massages that heighten the Atlanta massage experience. The special Sublime Summertime promotion will be offered at Massage Heights Atlanta through September for members and first-time guests.

"Our goal is to whisk our guests away from the stresses of everyday life and rejuvenate and relax their bodies," said Tom Gustoff, owner of Massage Heights Atlanta...

Informational Luncheon About Massage Heights Franchise Business Opportunities Wednesday, July 14 SACRAMENTO, CA - (Marketwire) - Local franchise business developers R.J. and Terri Cicchetti just announced plans to open 32 Massage Heights franchise locations in the Sacramento, Stockton, and northern California markets over the next four years, treating tense, stressed-out consumers to a luxury spa massage experience at an affordable monthly rate.

The Regional Developers, R.J. and Terri Cicchetti, are holding an informational presentation and luncheon about Massage Heights franchise business opportunities in the Sacramento and Stockton markets on Wednesday, July 14. Also in attendance will be a commercial real estate broker, a banker, and a franchise consultant to help potential franchisees...

Therapeutic Massage Retreat Offers Relief to the Daily Grind April 28, 2010 // Franchising.com // Baltimore, MD – Soothing music, relaxing aromatic candles, a clean and calming environment, and experienced massage therapists. All these are available at Massage Heights, the new, luxurious therapeutic massage retreat located at 2544 Quarry Lake Dr. in Quarry Lake at Greenspring.

Massage Heights of Baltimore is the first to open in the market. Executives of the San Antonio-based franchise say Baltimore is a prime location for expansion based on 34 key components of research showing an ideal match to the area's population, psychographics, demographics, economic climate, spending habits, competitive landscape, real estate, etc...

Competition `Knot' a Problem for Local Business Developer & Up-and-Coming Massage Membership Franchise March 17, 2010 // Franchising.com // Mission Viejo, CA – Local business developers Ron and Donna Lang Stoffel just announced plans to open 18+ Massage Heights locations in Inland Orange County and Riverside County over the next five years, treating tense, stressed-out consumers to a luxury spa massage experience at an affordable monthly rate.

Executives of the San Antonio-based franchise company say Inland Orange County and Riverside County are prime areas for expansion based on 34 key components of research showing an ideal match to Orange County and Riverside County's population, psychographics, demographics, economic climate, spending habits, competitive landscape, real estate, etc...