Tell me about: your general health; what you want from the experience; any allergies, health conditions, or infectious skin conditions in advance of your visit so we can discuss these; if you become unwell/infectious as it’s unwise to get massaged if you are poorly and I want to avoid getting ill too; if you need to be finished at a certain time.

Be clean. Take a thorough shower before arriving - all your nooks and crannies and don't forget your feet. Avoid freshly applying fragrance or deodorant as I am sensitive to these. If more convenient, you can shower at my place. Don’t eat a heavy meal (or drink alcohol) for at least two hours beforehand (you'll usually be lying on your stomach for some time). Be on time but don't arrive early (no waiting area). Let me know if you are running late, it's usually no issue. Put your phone on silent mode before we start to avoid interruptions.

Whatever makes you feel most comfortable and relaxed. The room and table will be warm. You can wear something or nothing, either is fine, and you can be covered with a towel or not, your preference. Wearing nothing allows a continuous flowing massage and access to all major muscle groups, otherwise wear something comfortable and unrestrictive that I can work around.  Some massage oil or lotion will get onto any clothing worn.

The amount of pressure varies according to need and preference and what you respond to best.  I use a variety of pressures to help you unwind and relax - lighter and medium pressures sometimes, as well as slower, deeper techniques in areas of tension or knotted muscles. It can feel intense at times but it won't be painful. You can also let me know the amount of pressure you want, no problem to adjust it. Certain techniques may result in some mild soreness, similar to that of a workout, for a day or two following a massage.

Sure, anytime you want to. We will naturally fall into comfortable silences and occasionally chat. There will be some ambient music playing in the background. Your feedback really helps me tailor the massage, either verbal or non-verbal (e.g. an ‘mmm’ or contented sigh). I might also ask for feedback now and again.  I'll let you know when it's time to move position and later when we've reached the end of the massage. Let me know if anything needs adjusted (temperature, pressure, areas worked, position, music).

Unscented almond and grapeseed oils, as well as sports massage lotions. If you have any allergies, please let me know in advance so we can discuss alternatives.

Initial apprehension is normal - it's a new experience, we haven't met before, there's the thought of undressing, showing your body, being vulnerable with me, a relative stranger. I work with men of all ages, shapes and sizes, from nervous to confident. This is a non-judgemental space and I'm here to support. A good massage often results in improved body image. Before we start, we will take a few minutes to chat, you can ask me anything you want, and once you feel settled and ready to go, we can start.

Yes, always. A massage relationship is built on trust. Your identity, treatments given, session details, anything you share, and our conversations are 100% confidential. I expect the same in return.