§ 6.75.030. Definitions.

As used in this chapter, the words and terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them, unless from the context a different meaning is clearly apparent. The definitions provided in this chapter are in addition to the definitions provided in Chapter 6.04 of this Code.

(1)

"Massage" means any method of pressure on or friction against, or stroking, kneading, tapping, pounding, vibrating, or stimulating any part of the body of another person by the use of the hands or other part of the body with or without the aid of any apparatus.

(2)

"Massage establishment" means a fixed place of business where any person engages in, conducts, or carries on a business providing massage or related services.

(3)

"Massage technician" means any person, who administers to another person, for any form of consideration, massage, or related services.

(4)

"Recognized school" means a school or institution of learning approved pursuant to Section 4600 et seq. of the Business and Professions Code of the State of California which has for its purpose the teaching of the theory, method, profession, or work of massage or related services, and which school has been approved by the California Massage Therapy Council.

(Ord. No. 3296, § 12, 4-21-15)