I'm sorry, now that I've thought about it, you're absolutely right. I don't need one of those "jump to conclusion mats" hehehe I've got one in me already.

Instead of that I'd love to help start the constructive ideas. Are you looking for information about licensure? Or about starting to practice just in general?

I've found that Google Local is a great place to start because so many people use it as a search engine and it's weighted towards the Locals. Also, get or make yourself a good mat and get in contact with fitness and yoga instructors. Offer to bring your mat and give them a Thai Massage so they can experience it for themselves. In passing mention you're looking for space. Have a rudimentary contract in case they offer to let you use their space and clientelle list on a percentage basis.

You mentioned boats as well. Do you do personal watercraft? Hook up with local clubs and offer massages in exchange for instruction or companionship or networking voodoo ;-}

Find a chiropractor or two that wants a Thai Massage. These guys are the Pain Front Line in a lot of communities, and a lot of them employ massage therapists. They may need an on-call therapist to come in and deal with scheduled patients that are getting adjustments or other treatments + massage. Can you do 15 min of seated neck work enough to make a neck adjustment go easier? I bet you can ;-} This can be a mainline into a large medical community where nice people make it their job to bill insurance companies and pay a good wage.

I hope this can be more helpful and less offensive. I'm sorry for antagonizing you earlier.