Mobile reflexologist
Bring reflexology to clients' homes, offices and aged care venues with a portable setup.
- A$1.2k-4k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
Reflexology sessions delivered where clients are: at home, in workplaces, or at wellbeing events, using a portable chair or massage table.
Your first three steps
- Complete a recognised reflexology course and buy a portable table or reclining chair
- Choose a service area and set prices that cover your travel time
- Approach local offices, retirement villages and wellbeing event organisers to offer a trial session
Who pays
Busy professionals, older people who prefer not to travel, workplaces running wellbeing days, and venues hosting events.
How it makes money
A price per session plus a travel fee for longer trips, and group or corporate rates for short workplace sessions.
Skills that help
- Reflexology training and practice
- Friendly, professional manner in other people's spaces
- Scheduling and travel planning
Watch out for
- Public liability and professional indemnity insurance that covers treating at client locations
- Check whether aged care venues or workplaces need a police check or working with children check
- Plan travel time into prices so short jobs stay worthwhile
- Do not claim to treat or cure medical conditions; check advertising rules
- Personal safety when visiting new clients, such as sharing your schedule with someone
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a mobile reflexology business?
Startup costs are typically around $1,200 to $4,000, depending on your training, portable chair or table, supplies and insurance. These are estimates only, so price your own equipment and training before you start.
What should I check before offering mobile reflexology?
Check public liability and professional indemnity insurance covers treating at client locations. Check whether aged care venues or workplaces need a police check or working with children check, and advertising rules: don't claim to treat or cure conditions.
How much can a mobile reflexologist earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around $400 to $3,500, depending on how many clients you visit and your prices. Plan on at least about 6 hours a week. Allow for travel time in your prices so short jobs stay worthwhile.
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