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Suzanne in Tampa, FL, USA

Massage Therapist

Hi everyone, I’m Suzanne a native Floridian, licensed for 18 years. My specialties include Neuromuscular Therapy, Reflexology, Sports Stretching, Myofascial Release, Corporate Chair, and Pregnancy Massage.

I grew up outdoors around water and was often called a hippie tomboy. I played many sports growing up and have a B.S. in Wellness Leadership from USF, Tampa. While there I excelled in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Athletic Injury Management, Personal Training, Lifeguarding, and Martial Arts. After graduating, I enrolled in Massage Therapy School.

For 4 years I dated a bar bouncer that worked at an awesome, yet intimate concert venue called Jannus Landing. I was blessed to see hundreds of shows and often had access to the VIP areas, interacting with some fabulous artists. That relationship ended but the dream of massaging bands began.

My first encounter with a musician happened in October 1991. The head security/manager for Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers chased after me, table in tow, after leaving a hotel job. He said I looked strong and then begged me to follow their bus to the Sundome, watch them perform backstage, and end up the hotel for an all-nighter. Did I hear him right? I worked until 5 am on Ziggy and several family members. I was 21, in awe and just got paid handsomely to help a favorite band. In 1997 I had the opportunity to work on Pantera; they were playing on UCF’s campus and needed massages before the show. I had never heard of them before but will never forget the experience. It rekindled my passion to work on musicians.

At the same time my career in Sports massage took off and I began collaborating with Doctors, Physical Therapists, and Chiropractors, specializing in Medical massage and Rehab Exercise. Over the span of my career I have worked on collegiate athletes, numerous Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Beach Volleyball Pros, Triathletes, Orlando Magic Players, Golfers, a RAAM rider, and even a Gator Wrestler!

My musical influences run the gamut. Long family car trips were spent listening to Barbara Streisand, Bette Midler, Neil Diamond and Kenny Rogers. My parents LOVE show tunes. My first concerts attended were Adam Ant and the Stray Cats. Soon after, Uncle Roger took us to see Bruce Springsteen at the Miami Rose Bowl, 4th row, Born in the USA tour! Need I say more? Some of my favorite artists include Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ministry, Janes Addiction, Depeche Mode, The Police, U2, Bob Marley, Enigma, Sarah McLachlan, Seal, Dead Can Dance, Kitaro, R.Carlos Nakai, and MOST OF ALL the Dave Matthews Band.

I recently stumbled onto Dot’s website and I answered her call for Therapists in my area. I was honored to audition for her team and amazed to see my dream come to fruition. I can’t wait to meet you and spread the healing power of touch. I am able and willing to travel.

Feedback:

“Hello - Yet again successful - your Dotbots were perfectly pleasant to work with! Thanks! -- Becca Tour/Production Manager | Blippi: The Musical”
Becca -Tour/Production Manager | Blippi: The Musical
“"Thanks for sorting today. Dan ( Dan Haggis (drums, percussion, keyboard and backing vocals) said it was one of the best massage's he's ever had. S." ”
Wombats Manager
“Hi Dot! Yared enjoyed the massage very much! Talked about it all evening. Thank you again and I will contact you for any artist I will work with Best, Tom ”
Yared Dibaba Tour manager Tom C.
“"Thank you very much for the recent US run. You sent us some great Bots. My favorite was Calgary, she was awesome!"”
Rod Stewart Tour Manager Matt O.
“Lars (Stockholm Dotbot) took care of the band-members and left all in awe! He provided a table, towels etc which made it very easy to work with. Very on point and definitely made for an amazing show at night - thank you again! Romi (Prague Dotbot) came by, arrived early, was very well prepped (had her own table, scented candles, oils, towels) and had the brightest smile we'd seen in days! She took care of the band-members who all were left amazed and startled by her touch ;) Thanks Romana, def will hit you up next time round. Martijn Tour Manager - Ben Howard”
Martijn Tour Manager - Ben Howard
“Both Smo and I love your Dot Bots. Between filming our tv show and touring constantly, your bots are our saving grace! Thanks! Dan”
Big Smo tour manager Dan
“"Thanks for the prompt service. Amy (Miami) was great!"”
Paul C. (Tour manager of the Hives)
“"The service was great. Thank you"”
Shawn Richesin TOUR MANAGER - Kaleo
“ "The bots this tour have all been awesome and made everyone have a better time." Sam”
Edward Sharp and the magnetic Zero's
“Denise, Denver, Colorado DotBot was the Best Ever!”
Gypsy, Tour manager of Behemoth
“Your service is EXCELLENT!”
Becca- Tour Manager of Blippi: The Musical
“"the Dotbots were excellent!! thanks again and can’t wait to do it again.."”
Chromeo Tour manager Ray
“I want to thank you for coming through these last couple of times Dot. Your team has been completely professional and nothing short of stellar.”
Luis - Manager of Maxwell
“Good morning! The last couple masseuses you guys sent out were so great! Thank you for all you do. -Ben”
Anthrax TM 2021 Ben W.
“"I feel much better since getting massage from Dot-Bots and I am thrilled with my progress. You guys have saved me!"”
Gypsy, Tour manager of Behemoth
“"You and your team ROCK!"”
Fred, Maroon 5 Tour Manager
“Dear Dr Dot, Thank you for setting up Therapists along the way of our tour. THAT was a huge help to Band/Crew to keep them feeling better and fit! Thank you! Brad ”
Johnny Lang Tour manager Brad
“I only and will only use DOT BOTS!”
Sid Wilson (Slipknot)
“"My guys were very pleased. Thanks for pulling through last minute"”
Manchester Orchestra TM Nate
“"Very pleased with the service, cheers Dot"”
Overtones Tour manager
“"All was great, thanks so much"”
The Cult tour manager, Tony
“"Service has been very good on this tour. Hanne in Munich was great."”
Jason Mraz tour manager Matt S.
“"My tour manager wanted me to tell you Leslie was great. Very professional. He has never had an hour massage or someone come to his room. It was a nice treat for him and he doesn't have FB or Twitter but wanted me to tell you how professional your company was. The Wailers will be using you exclusively"”
The Wailers PA Michele V.
“Rachelle = no more muscle spasms…… You both are my heroes. The rest of the crew is complete agreement. Tom H”
Three Dog Night TM Tom H.
“I am very impressed with the Dr. Dot team! Your team is consistent, professional and give an outstanding massage. I like the idea that all Dot Bots are auditioned/tested before they get on the team.”
Carl (Madness)
“"Hey Dot, All your "bots" we're great. No complaints, and a few were LOVED. JONNY particularly liked the girl in Thackerville OK (Kourtnii), she was strong enough to really reach Jon's tough back issues"”
Experience Hendrix Tour Manger, Greg
“Jeff Wayne has really taken to all the massage’s he had so far from your team. Roland in Cardiff was great / Jeff and Jason Donovan both had massage’s from him and both said how good he was. Cheers, Neil Brighouse Tour Manager”
War of the Worlds Tour manager Neil B.
“I really liked working with you & the team and I liked how smoothly it went.”
Kenny S. - Production Manager (Trans Siberian Orchestra)
“Thank you for your service and follow up”
Diana Krall TM Maria
“Dot, Thank you again for taking such good care of us. Your Dotbots are doing a great job for us out here and making happiness for our bands and crew. Melanie”
Casting Crowns Tour manager Melanie H.