Frequently Asked Questions

My studio is located in my home in Ottawa's west end near Merivale & Baseline (Maitland or Woodroffe exits from 417, about 8 km west of downtown). When you make your request online, you'll receive a confirmation email with my studio address.

Not to worry. I am a friendly guy that always welcomes new clients. I will make you feel welcome and at ease as soon as you walk through the door. I invite you to read through some of the comments throughout my website from past clients. I have been practicing massage for 7 years and have many returning clients.

Absolutely! I am also discreet and request that you respect my privacy too. I don't share any photos. My studio is located in my home and is a dedicated space with a bathroom and shower available too.

It sure is. New clients will come and see me and tell me that they should have booked me sooner after finding my website. My service is definitely legitimate and I will make your time with me worth every minute!

Since 2017 & my massage skills and healing touch has only improved. 

When you use my booking page, you'll see the dates and times that are available for booking with me. I sometimes book a max of 2-3 clients on an open Saturday and I always take Sundays off. 

On a typical day, I book a maximum of 3-4 clients. As soon as I have 3 or 4 clients (depending on how busy I am with other engagements), I close the remaining booking slots for that day.

Normal studio hours are between 10AM and 10PM Monday through Friday and occasionally Saturdays. I book a maximum of 3-4 clients per day and 2-3 on open Saturdays.

My booking times often fill quickly and this could explain the blocked days on my booking calendar. Blocked calendar days could also indicate vacation and time off from my massage practice. I make an effort to update my booking calendar daily.

I value my privacy and do no share photos online. I also don't request photos from my clients. 

I welcome all men of all shapes and sizes. I also welcome single guys, married guys and everyone in-between. Please don't worry about this as I keep my studio a judgmental-free zone and always ensure complete privacy and discretion. 

You're free to be as nude as you like and I don't fuss with any sheets and coverings. The temperature in my studio is kept nice and warm.

While I am pro-sex, my massage is massage and healing touch only. My service focusses on therapeutic massage & connection. There is no sex and I ask that you refrain from any expectations.

Please respect my desire for a relaxed session where I will take care of you. While mutual touch is fine, I prefer when my client is relaxed as much as possible with minimal body movements for the best experience. Forward, aggressive and too much fidgeting on my massage table won't be tolerated and I will end the session. Please refrain from expectations of sex & let me take good care of you.

You can expect a totally relaxed and clean environment which includes my massage studio and bathroom for showering before and after massage. Expect to be pampered and allow me to work my magic.  

Yes absolutely. Towels are provided.

The best way is to request a date and time through my booking calendar here. If you prefer, you can also text me at 343-803-5028 or send me an email at massage@bodground.com. Sometimes, I may have additional availability that might not show on my booking calendar.

You'll receive an email to confirm that your request has been received followed by another confirmation email as soon as I've approved your booking. I'm usually pretty quick and so if you don't receive an email, please text or email me directly (343-803-5028 or massage@bodground.com). 

You can park in my driveway or on the street. Parking on-street is free but I welcome you to use my driveway space since there is plenty of parking available. 

My current rates are as follows: 60 Min @ $160 + HST; 75 Min @ $180 + HST; 90 Min @ $200 + HST (Weekend rate an extra $20 before tax).

Many people have been asking me to open my Saturdays and so I decided on an additional weekend rate increase of $20 before tax was a fair amount for my time.

I accept cash, all major credit cards, and e-transfer. I leave it up to my client to decide. I can provide you an email receipt for your own record keeping and accounting (I do not issue receipts for insurance purposes since I am not an RMT).

Yes. The standard 13% Ontario sales tax will be applied to all transactions including payments received in cash. Please note that I will bill you using my registered business with my legally registered GST number. BodGround is my public-facing trade-name and booking site. 

Every business operation in Canada regardless of its nature must charge GST/PST and in Ontario, HST (13%) including for transactions done in cash. It is mandatory and billing is done through my legally registered company. Please know that if I didn't charge the HST, I am still responsible to remit the sales tax to CRA out of pocket.

No but it is graciously appreciated. 

I like to use BioTone, a high quality brand that makes gels, oils, and lotions designed for massage. If you have any allergies to certain ingredients such as sesame, please let me know beforehand so that I can use a different oil. 

Simply fill in your information in the sign-up form (click here) & then download the digital card to your iPhone wallet or Google wallet in your Android device. For Android users, you'll need to be signed into your Google account. Each time you visit, open your digital wallet to access the BodGround Loyalty Card and I'll scan your unique QR code to give you a digital stamp. Earn 5 stamps within a two-year period (from the time of sign-up) to receive 25% off your next massage. Please be aware that push notifications are sent to your phone's home screen from time to time (i.e. to let you know how many stamps you need before getting your 25%-off massage) in case you prefer more discretion. 

While I'd prefer you didn't cancel, I understand that life happens. If you must cancel for whatever reason, I ask that you give me as much time as possible so that I can adjust my own calendar. Last minute cancelations (within 3 hours of appointment) are subject to a $90 fee which must be paid via e-transfer before any future bookings. E-transfers can be made to massage@bodground.com. 

Please text or email me instead as I'm often busy and in a massage session with a client. I respond quickly.

Yes. I have a cute and friendly dog that likes to greet my clients. If you are not a fan of dogs, I completely understand. Please let me know if you prefer that I keep him away from the entrance upon arrival and away from my studio space.

Never. When you request a booking on my website, you'll be prompted to enter your email and phone number. This information is for bookings only and is safeguarded at all times. Your information is not shared with anyone. I will not contact you for any promotional offers except to communicate with you after you make a booking request online or to reply to your text or email. Note: If you sign up for my Loyalty Card, your smartphone's home screen may receive push notifications.

English is more comfortable for me but I do speak French also.

Unfortunately I cannot provide insurance receipts since I am not a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT). My training is in Kinesiology & all transactions are made privately. I will provide you a transaction receipt upon request. This receipt contains my registered business GST number and breakdown of the service amount and HST on that service for your own record keeping.

Yes, absolutely! I respect client privacy to the fullest extent. I request you'll respect my privacy also especially since my massage studio is located in my home.

It might be surprising to know that prostate massage is actually important for men's health. This is something that I can do upon request & I would ask that you ensure cleanliness beforehand. Of course, I use proper sanitation barriers such as finger cots and gloves. 

Always. My massage studio is equipped with a comfortable massage table with new sheets each time. I take proper care to ensure a clean and sanitized environment for each client. My studio is kept warm with increased heat to make the session as comfortable as possible. 

You are welcome to text or email me with questions anytime: 343-803-5028 | massage@bodground.com. 

As often as you like. If you're okay with receiving push notifications on your phone, I welcome you to sign up for my Loyalty Card here.

I always take clients in my home studio. Unfortunately I don't have the time to travel outside of my studio to provide massage services. 

Never. There are no cameras or recording devices ever. I ask that you refrain from bringing any recording devices as this is an intimate and private massage session.

You bet unless you prefer we wear some clothes. I am always happy to make adjustments to your level of comfort. 

Yes, if you would like to although remember that it's not a race to the finish line.

I ask that you refrain from this expectation. My focus is always on my client.

Yes.

My massage is for men only. No exceptions. 

My massage is for men only. No exceptions. 

I do not do couples massages.

While I appreciate the potential excitement in this type of activity, I've set my boundary to one person at a time in my massage studio.