Chris Deja
Meridian,ID
Summary
Knowledgeable Massage Therapist with robust background in therapeutic practices and client care. Successfully enhanced client well-being through tailored massage techniques and effective pain management. Demonstrated expertise in Deep tissue, Trigger point and Swedish massage. Also, a background in body mechanics through twelve years of training, athletics, and also garnering IFBB Pro League Bodybuilder status.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Massage Therapist
06.2025 - Current
- Delivered therapeutic massage treatments to enhance client well-being.
- Assessed client needs and developed customized treatment plans for optimal results.
- Specializes in sports massage techniques such as: Deep tissue, Scraping, Trigger point and PNF.
- Primary clientele has been athletes needing pain management or injury recovery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of therapy space to ensure a safe environment.
- Educated clients on self-care techniques and wellness practices post-session.
STRUCTURAL JOURNEYMAN
USAF
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Constructs and repairs structural components, ensuring safety and efficiency
- Implemented new techniques, reducing repair time by 12 hours on average
- Utilized advanced tools for precise measurements, enhancing structural integrity
- Collaborated with teams to solve complex structural issues, improving workflow
- Contributed to mission readiness through meticulous maintenance and inspections
WRESTLING STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH
AFHS
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Designed tailored strength programs, improved athlete performance, enhanced team collaboration
- Led comprehensive strength training programs for wrestling athletes, developing personalized routines and monitoring performance benchmarks
- Implemented advanced conditioning techniques that enhanced athletes' endurance and competitive performance while reducing injury rates
RANCH WORKER
Hess Ranch
06.2011 - 07.2017
- Managed livestock care, boosting herd health and productivity through effective feeding strategies
- Operated and maintained farm equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime
- Collaborated with team to implement sustainable practices, enhancing environmental stewardship
- Resolved daily operational challenges, improving workflow efficiency and resource allocation
Education
Certified personal trainer - Training And Nutrition
ISSA CPT Certification Program
03-2022
Construction Technology Certification - undefined
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL02-2020
Associate of Science - Massage Therapy
Northwest Career College
Las Vegas, NV12-2025
Skills
- Deep tissue massage
- Sports massage
- Treatment Planning
- Trigger point massage
- Swedish massage
- Anatomy knowledge
- Body mechanics
- Postural assessment
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Safety Compliance
- Dietetics and training
- CPR&AED Certified
Accomplishments
- Improving recovery from injury through techniques such as: Deep tissue, Trigger Point, Scraping and PNF.
- Client retention of 100% during my time in Las Vegas working on athletes and bodybuilders.
- Collaborated with Chiropractors to create treatment plans for my clients.
Certification
CPR&AED Certified
Timeline
Licensed Massage Therapist
06.2025 - Current
STRUCTURAL JOURNEYMAN
USAF
01.2019 - 01.2025
WRESTLING STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH
AFHS
11.2017 - 03.2019
RANCH WORKER
Hess Ranch
06.2011 - 07.2017
Construction Technology Certification - undefined
Community College of The Air Force
Certified personal trainer - Training And Nutrition
ISSA CPT Certification Program
Associate of Science - Massage Therapy
Northwest Career College
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Title: Licensed Massage Therapist