Today we’d like to introduce you to Che Chinn.
Hi Che, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
Massage Therapy was not my first love, it has always been science. I started off on a Pre-Med track and then quickly realized that conventional medicine was NOT my passion. While I reevaluated my life’s purpose, I decided to attend massage school in South Carolina and eventually graduated top of my class as Valedictorian from a premier Neuromuscular Therapy massage program. One of my educators saw something in me, and with my background in science, she asked me to instruct alongside her. Even though I was nervous and afraid, there was something in me that was excited for the new challenge. What I came to realize is that massage had more science than what I could ever imagine, and so my love became my passion combining the technique with the education.
When I moved to Atlanta, I helped to create the curriculum and structural design at the International School of Skin, Nails and Massage Therapy and it was there that I had the honor of helping to mold and mentor some of the world’s best massage therapists. I had the pleasure of running the massage program for over ten years after which I was promoted to Campus Director. I did all this while still managing Wellness Abound, a mobile massage company that commenced in 2005. I am currently a Nationally Certified Massage Practitioner and the Owner of Wellness Abound, a mobile massage concept spa, additionally I work with several wellness and holistic clinics as a business consultant and trainer.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
The challenge in the industry continues to be how social media, communication outlets and society at large sees the massage profession. It’s usually depicted as a sensual or erotic experience and that is so far from the truth. Massage therapists have spent countless hours of training studying for licensure examinations, advanced educational training and even going as far as obtaining national certification credentials which set them at a higher standard. Massage therapists are not masseuses or masseurs, this term is degrading and if people knew its history, they would be more careful about using this term to describe professionals. Massage therapists are individuals who provide and manipulate soft tissue in order to create relief in the body as a whole. Another challenge plaguing the industry is the surge of unlicensed individuals performing massage illegally. All licensed massage therapists are regulated by the State Board in his/her respective state. In Atlanta, it is illegal to practice massage or call yourself a massage therapist without the proper credentials. It is important for massage enthusiasts to practice due diligence and make sure their therapist is licensed.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Our Core Beliefs:
Improve Body Wellness, Relieve Stress, and Accelerate Recovery
Founded in 2005, Wellness Abound is a leading massage therapy center specializing in providing customized massage treatments to a wide range of clients from all walks of life. Abound means to BE ALIVE WITH! We are a US-based company focusing on improving our community and the world at large. With our office proudly located in Atlanta, our passion and commitment to deliver our bespoke massage therapy services with total integrity and comfort continue to gain more recognition among many massage enthusiasts.
With years of experience combined with our passion and enthusiasm to heal the world, we provide tailored treatments that both pamper and deliver outstanding clinical rehabilitative results for our clients.
Our ultimate goal is to offer our clients the hassle-free treatment that contributes tremendously to their relaxation and tension relief.
Our Mission
As a company striving to become the most trusted and reliable source for massage therapy services for years to come, our mission is to improve the quality of life for all persons, both here and abroad, through clinical massage and CEU training.
Our Vision
To help our clients establish and maintain outer strength and inner balance through outreach, support, and high-quality training.
We are different from others in the field because we have an exceptional body of knowledge to back up our technique and practice. Massage is our way of life and not something we do, we are committed to wellness in totality.
Is there a quality that you most attribute to your success?
Compassion has been vital to our company’s success. As an organization, compassion enables us to work with those in chronic and emotional pain and develop care plans to meet their needs. Whether our clients seek relaxation or pain management, we meet them where they are in order to help them live their best lives.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.wellnessaboundspa.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessabound/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellnessabound
- Other: my.doterra.com/abound
