Today we’d like to introduce you to Arrabella Schippers.
Arrabella, please share your story with us. How did you get to where you are today?
ARVAmethod officially started in Chicago’s river north neighborhood in 2014. When I moved to Chicago in 2010 from Traverse city Michigan I did not intend on starting a business. I was here to work on my masters of acupuncture at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and was working at Allyu Spa while attending classes.
My background in manual therapy and sports massage was a bit different from what was available in the spa world and I quickly developed following. My schedule began to fill up at the and I needed more flexibility to provide comprehensive care to my growing clientele.
My training is in medical manual therapy and sports massage therapy as well as holistic and sports nutrition, personal training with a focus on sports specific training and performance, and lifestyle coaching. I have been working in health and fitness since 2005 and continue to improve my training and education. My method of practice is to listen to my clients and provide an individualized approach that is comprehensive, and results focused.
Whether I am working with a client suffering from chronic pain or a client working towards a specific health and lifestyle I always help them focus on long-term success over short-term goals.
Great, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Starting a business is never easy and I have had lots of bumps along the way. You really have to learn as you go. Somethings may turn out as you imagined and other things will be a total surprise. Success is neither linear nor absolute, it is always a work in progress and will evolve and change as time goes on.
I remember realizing that I had started a business when my independent income surpassed my paychecks. Now the challenge is diversifying revenue and managing all the moving pieces on my own. I have spent countless hours and lots of money on things that did not pan out but I just take the lose and keep it moving. I have a vision, and that’s what keeps me going
Please tell us about ARVAmethod.
ARVAmethod offers in-home manual therapy and sports massage, health coaching, and fitness training both one on one and in a custom online and app-based program that includes meal planning.
I am best known for results a focused approach and how I empower and educate my clients. I meet people where they are both figuratively and, working progressively to address all aspects of health, fitness, and lifestyle
Do you look back particularly fondly on any memories from childhood?
I grew up in a family and community of artists, musicians, and naturalists. My favorite childhood memory is music Sunday’s.
All our community friends and family would get together at someone’s home or on the farm and we would share food, music, stories, and support. I have fond memories of falling asleep with my friends and siblings listening to music being played.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.arvamethod.com
- Phone: 3125192888
- Email: arrabella@arvamethod.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arvamethod/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ARVAmethod/
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