Aidan Chang
Spring Valley
Summary
Licensed Massage Therapist specializing in sports and clinical massage, offering a unique blend of expertise from an 8-year background as a circus acrobat and personal experience as a patient at TRIA Orthopedic. Proficient in deep tissue, myofascial release, and posture-focused therapeutic techniques, supported by a solid foundation in anatomy and kinesiology. Committed to empowering clients to restore function, alleviate pain, and enhance overall performance through tailored bodywork strategies. Focused on fostering a holistic approach to wellness that promotes both physical recovery and optimal athletic performance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
L.L. Bean
11.2025 - Current
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
Circus Trainer
Circus Juventas
09.2022 - 07.2025
- Instructed individual and group classes to customize needs and emphasize proper technique and safety.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
- Collaborated with coaches, students, and administrators to run high-quality program.
Education
Massage Therapy Diploma - Massage Therapy Program
Saint Paul College
Saint Paul, MN12.2025
Circus Juventas – International Professional Program
Saint Paul, MN06-2025
Skills
- Swedish and relaxation massage
- Deep tissue and neuromuscular focus
- Myofascial and Trigger Point Techniques
- Chair massage
- Therapeutic & clinical assessment
- Anatomy, physiology & kinesiology application
- Client-centered communication and care
- Professional hygiene, boundaries, and ethics
- Sports and performance-focused bodywork
- Assessment of movement patterns and muscular imbalances
- Pain reduction and functional improvement strategies
- Knowledge of injury cycles and recovery principles
- Experience collaborating in medical/orthopedic settings (as patient practitioner perspective)
- Highly disciplined, reliable, and focused—refined through acrobatic training
Certification
- MBLEX Certification
- Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB)
Timeline
Sales Associate
L.L. Bean
11.2025 - Current
Circus Trainer
Circus Juventas
09.2022 - 07.2025
Massage Therapy Diploma - Massage Therapy Program
Saint Paul College
Circus Juventas – International Professional Program
Related Background Experience
- Circus Acrobat (8 Years)
- High-level understanding of biomechanics, flexibility, balance, and muscular strain patterns.
- Firsthand knowledge of sports injuries, recovery, and performance maintenance.
- Experience applying movement awareness to therapeutic massage and client education.
Integrated Patient – TRIA Orthopedic & Physical Therapy
- Years of rehabilitation experience in a top-tier clinical environment.
- Deep familiarity with physical therapy methods, orthopedic protocols, and injury terminology.
- Strong ability to communicate with clinical providers and understand treatment plans.