AFMTE School Member Directory
We encourage you to explore the Massage Therapy and Bodywork Schools that are members of the Alliance for Massage Therapy Education. Call or click on the School member’s organization below for additional information.
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In the Fall of 2014, Christy Gagneur felt a calling to begin taking the steps needed to open Adrian School of Massage. One year later, with the help of a successful crowdfunding campaign and a lot of hard work, she watched this calling become a reality. Her desire is that Adrian School of Massage would be a place of compassion, connection, and integrity.
117 E Maumee St | Adrian, MI 49221 | (517) 759-5040 Social Connections: Adrian School of Massage Facebook Page |
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The American Institute of Clinical Massage (AiCM) has been creating valuable, well-trained Massage Therapists and Practitioners of the Inland Northwest Region for more than 20 years! AiCM works tirelessly with the community and local employers to fine-tune their curriculum and procedures to produce the most successful graduates. AiCM goes the extra mile to ensure it maintains the highest levels of educational and ethical standards.
4365 E. Inverness Dr. | Post Falls, ID 83854 | (208) 773-5890 Social Connections: American Institute of Clinical Massage Facebook Page |
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The faculty of the Licensed Massage Therapy Program at Arizona Western College by supporting educational and lifelong learning needs of the community through innovative partnerships. The faculty is dedicated to (a) providing excellence in massage therapy education and practice and (b) incorporating changes aimed at current and emerging healthcare trends. They believe that excellent massage therapy education requires current therapeutic massage information, incorporates massage research, and uses multiple teaching modalities. The AWC Massage Therapy Program is accepted by the Arizona State Massage Therapy Board and by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (school code number 410463).
2020 S Ave 8 E | Yuma, AZ 85365 | (928) 317-6000 Social Connections: Arizona Western College Facebook Page |
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The Atlanta School of Massage’s holistic approach to teaching aligns the art and science of massage therapy training. You’ll learn the skills, and the science behind these skills. You’re also taught the application disciplines and body mechanics that enable professional therapists to apply their craft for a lifetime while remaining injury-free.
2 Dunwoody Park South, Suite 101 | Atlanta, GA 30338 | (770) 454-7167 Social Connections: Atlanta School of Massage Facebook Page |
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The Massage Therapy curriculum at Bellus Academy in Poway, California is designed with a solid foundation of anatomy and physiology, theory and practices, pathology, nutrition, assessment and quality introduction’s to a variety of massage modalities. This 750-hour program is presented in a supportive, hands-on learning environment, focusing on therapeutic healing and awareness of the mind and body.
13266 Poway Rd | Poway, CA 92064 | (858) 748-1490 Social Connections: Bellus Academy Facebook Page |
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The The Berkana Institute of Massage Therapy aims to make a positive impact on the global community at large by educating and promoting extraordinary people committed to becoming holistic health care professionals, superior Licensed Massage Therapists and Mindful Bodywork Artists, as well as by providing a comprehensive curriculum, expert instruction, and state of the art equipment in a focused, and awe-inspiring environment. The Berkana Institute of Massage Therapy is a community of expert bodywork educators supporting a small and elite group of ambitious, clear and eager students dedicated to the pursuit of a holistic lifestyle and career path.
2048 Larimer Street Suite 200 | Denver, CO 80205 | (303) 377-3111 Social Connections: The Berkana Institute of Massage Therapy Facebook Page |
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CenterPoint Massage & Shiatsu Therapy School has a unique Minnesota therapeutic massage vision of education in therapeutic bodywork unites the best from Asian massage styles with Western massage therapy. CenterPoint is dedicated to preserving and integrating the philosophies, principles and practices of these diverse massage therapies. Combining knowledge and skill from training in massage therapy, Japanese shiatsu, reflexology, Swedish massage, trigger point therapy and deep tissue massage provides the foundation for a truly therapeutic and holistic approach.
5300 W. 35th St | St. Louis Park, MN 55416 | (952) 562-5200 Social Connections: CenterPoint Facebook Page |
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Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy has been owned and operated by massage therapists since 1985. CIMT is honored to be the only school in Colorado to include the International Academy of Neuromuscular Therapy (IANMT) certification in its curriculum.
1490 W. Fillmore Street | Colorado Springs, CO 80904 | (888) 634-7347 Social Connections: Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy Facebook Page |
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The Community College of Baltimore County Massage Therapy Program is designed to prepare students to work as professional Massage Therapists in a variety of health settings and equip them with the additional skills required to be a holistically trained member of allied health and integrative medicine teams. This program was approved by the Maryland Higher Education Commission in November 2000 and is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA). The Massage Therapy program is a selective admissions program and enrollment is competitive. The information contained herein is designed to give you a general overview of the program and to assist you in making application.
7201 Rossville Blvd, Admin. Bldg | Baltimore, MD 21237 | (443) 840-CCBC Social Connections: The Community College of Baltimore County Facebook Page |
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Costa Rica School of Massage Therapy was founded in 2003 with the inspiring vision of creating a program that would take the study of bodywork to a new level by incorporating adventure, awe-inspiring beauty, and the raw environment of Costa Rica into an intensive residential study abroad massage therapy program. Today, the Costa Rica School of Massage Therapy is proudly producing talented and creative therapists that possess strong foundational knowledge of massage techniques, health sciences, and professional standards of practice and ethics. CRSMT offers a 600-hour core curriculum with opportunities and options for up to 750 hours of education in western and eastern massage modalities.
5190 Lakeshore Dr | Bow Mar, CO 80123 | (800) 770-9893 Social Connections: Costa Rica School of Massage Therapy Facebook Page |
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The mission of the Downeast School of Massage is to train individuals in the art and science of therapeutic massage for an entry-level professional career, for continuing education, and for personal growth. The program content is based not only on meeting the 500-hour minimum required by most states, but also on our instructors’ and administrators’ years of experience in the field and their understanding of the depth and wide range of knowledge and skills that are necessary for practicing massage in a caring, competent manner.
99 Moose Meadow Ln | Waldoboro, ME 04572 | (207) 832-5531 Social Connections: Downeast School of Massage Facebook Page |
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Educating Hands is a holistic massage and skincare school located in the heart of Miami. Students and graduates offer their holistic healing services to the general public in weekly clinics held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting at 4PM. Seasoned Instructors and industry professionals also hold private therapeutic massage sessions every day of the week by appointment. As well as free lectures and events, Educating Hands also hosts carefully selected advanced CEs and certifications for licensed massage therapists, physical therapists, personal trainers, nurses and other healthcare providers.
260 NE 17 Terrace #206 | Miami, FL 33132 | (305) 285-6991 Social Connections: Educating Hands School of Massage Facebook Page |
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The 6 month program at the Florida School of Massage in Gainesville provides an introduction to awareness based massage and orientation; foundations of bodywork; reflexology; connective tissue therapy; polarity therapies; neuromuscular therapy; sports massage; hydrotherapy and aromatherapy; anatomy and physiology; kinesiology; pathology; professional development; awareness and communication skills; boundaries and professional ethics; medical errors prevention; business; supervised clinical practicum; and community circle.
6421 SW 13th Street | Gainesville, FL 32608 | (352) 378-7891 Social Connections: Florida School of Massage Facebook Page |
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The Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) Massage Therapy Program is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP). HACC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education approved provider. HACC is accredited through Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Our upcoming continuing education events are listed here.
One HACC Drive | Harrisburg, PA 17110 | (717) 221-1386 Social Connections: HACC Facebook Page |
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If you want to become an excellent massage therapist, learn in a small class format, and commit to a quality educations, then Sandy Fritz of Health Enrichment Center wants to teach and mentor you as part of the next generation of massage therapists, teachers and leaders. Health Enrichment Center chooses to keep the classes small because they are highly committed to its students. Sandy Fritz personally teaches a majority of the massage classes at Health Enrichment Center; therefore, classes are limited to 12 students. Completion time is twelve months.
204 E Nepessing St | Lapeer, MI | (810) 667-9453 Social Connections: Health Enrichment Center Facebook Page |
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Idaho State University Massage Program requires students to complete prerequisite courses prior to applying to the program. Applications for admission are accepted in the spring for a fall start. After gaining basic massage skills, students begin refining their skills in a supervised massage clinic that is open to the public. Special populations such as the elderly, disabled, athletes, and prenatal clients are requested for student experiential opportunities. The Associates of Applied Science Degree articulates to a Bachelor of Science, Health Science or a Bachelors of Applied Science degree. ISU provides labs and equipment based on industry standards. They have highly experienced and certified instructors, Susan Beck MTD, NCTMB, is the program coordinator.
921 South 8th Avenue | Pocatello, ID 83209 | (208) 282-2800 Social Connections: Idaho State University Facebook Page |
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For more than 28 years, the Institute for Massage Education has been training students how to transform the art and science of being a massage therapist into a fulfilling professional practice.
5360 Holiday Terrace, Suite 22 | Kalamazoo, MI 49009 | (269) 373-0910 Social Connections: Institute for Massage Education Facebook Page |
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Irene’s Myomassology Institute is a nationally accredited institution committed to providing the best program in therapeutic massage available. Irene’s provides everything a national school has to offer and so much more. Irene’s is a family-owned business that truly cares about each of its students. Its curriculum is founded on Irene’s innovative techniques and more than 50 years experience.
26061 Franklin Rd | Southfield, MI 48033 | (215) 259-7540 Social Connections: Irene’s Myomassology Institute Facebook Page |
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The Lauterstein-Conway Massage School and Clinic has proudly trained world class Massage Therapists for over 28 years as Austin’s premier massage schoolwith a 500 Hour Program. The Lauterstein-Conway Massage School was started by David Lauterstein and John Conway in 1989. It was the first school in Texas to offer an advanced curriculum beyond the hours required for licensure. The Lauterstein-Conway (TLC) Massage School and Clinic now offers the only curriculum in the U.S. that includes, in the basic and advanced programs, Swedish massage, Body Mobilization Techniques, Pregnancy Massage, Sports Massage, Orthopedic Massage, Deep Massage: The Lauterstein Method, Deep Tissue, Zero Balancing, Shiatsu, and Trigger Point Therapy.
4701-B Burnet Road | Austin TX 78756 | (512) 374-9222 Social Connections: The Lauterstein-Conway Facebook Page |
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Lotus Education Institute, located in Carbondale, Colorado, provides state-of-the art high quality hands on and online education for becoming a massage therapist and for anyone who wants to improve their teaching skills as a vocational instructor.
401 27th Street | Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 | (800) 585-7903 Social Connections: Lotus Education Institute Facebook Page |
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Massage Abroad is an inspiring massage therapy program where education meets adventure. The massage school abroad intensive was organized and created by Northwest Academy for the Healing Arts, a family of small Washington State based massage therapy schools. It is our philosophy that attending massage school is not only an opportunity to learn a new skill, but allows space self-exploration, to be artistic, and embrace our curiosity about human body.
4507 44th Ave SW | Seattle, WA 98116 | (800) 244-7981 Social Connections: Massage Abroad Facebook Page |
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Massaged Life & Wellness Academy teaches students much more than just the necessities. They offer a full range of training including Massage Theory & Practice, Kinesiology, Yoga, Eastern Modalities, Clinical/Medical Massage, Spa Techniques and much more. Their program is geared toward those students who want an advanced education, and they take great pride in their curriculum.
3518 Loop Rd #1 | Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 | (205) 248-7416 Social Connections: Massaged Life & Wellness Academy Facebook Page |
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Maui Academy of Healing Arts aims to provide a passionate, progressive and transformative education that is the foundation for a lasting and fulfilling profession as a Licensed Massage Therapist. Maui Academy of Healing Arts dedicates itself to guiding students in their discovery of the unique therapist within by integrating core concepts of Eastern, Western and traditional Hawaiian methods of bodywork.
310 Ohukai Rd, Ste 318 | Kihei, HI 96753 | (808) 879-4266 Social Connections: Maui Academy of Healing Arts Facebook Page |
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Since 1973, McKinnon Institute has offered quality massage training to the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Their certificate programs and courses offer great depth and diversity to those becoming massage therapy professionals – and provide excellent continuing education for Massage Therapists and other health professionals seeking to expand their skills. they also invite those exploring the benefits of massage for personal interest to learn about massage and bodywork through our community workshops. Programs and courses can be chosen to reflect each student’s interests
2940 Webster St | Oakland, CA 94609 | (510) 465-3488 Social Connections: McKinnon Institute Facebook Page |
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Mind Body Institute believes a hands-on profession requires hands-on learning experiences from the onset of training. They limit class size to help ensure that students receive a consistent, high quality education. Their instructors present complex information in an exciting, enjoyable and understandable fashion, to meet the needs of various learning styles. MBI prepares students to seek licensure and employment as massage therapists. Their goal is to cultivate relationships within the massage community and to assist our graduates in joining that community.
2416 Music Valley Drive, Suite 119 | Nashville, TN 37214 | (615) 360-8554 Social Connections: Mind Body Institute Facebook Page |
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The mission of The New School for Massage Bodywork & Healing is to create the proper learning environment for developing exceptional, compassionate massage therapists with a solid understanding of basic and advanced techniques of massage and bodywork, professional ethics, and with the necessary business and entrepreneurial training to assist in the development of a successful career.
747 N LaSalle #300 | Chicago, IL 60654 | (888) 461-0114 Social Connections: The New School for Massage Bodywork & Healing Facebook Page |
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The New York College of Health Professions, chartered by the New York State Board of Regents, is one of the leading colleges of Holistic Health Care in the world. The College offers accredited undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine and Herbal Medicine, Continuing Education Certificate programs in Holistic Nursing for RN’s, Yoga and T’ai Chi Instructor Certification, as well as certification in the Science of Self of Improvement. All programs are registered by the New York State Education Department and the College has institutional accreditation by the New York State Board of Regents and the Commissioner of Education, a nationally recognized accrediting agency, and programatic accreditation from the Accrediation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) for its masters programs. The institution has been a leader in holistic health education over 30 years.
6801 Jericho Turnpike | Syosset, Long Island, NY 11791 | (800) 922-7337 Social Connections: New York College of Health Professions Facebook Page |
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Parker University (a not-for-profit, regionally accredited university), shares the passion and desire to help people achieve a higher level of health. By advancing students’ education, they position themselves to make an even greater difference in their communities and beyond. Within the health care higher education arena, the Parker experience is unique to any other institution. Their culture is a rare combination of unparalleled standards in a family-oriented environment. Their award-winning faculty serves as their foundation. Science, business, education, and health-related disciplines are taught by highly qualified professionals.
2540 Walnut Hill Lane | Dallas, TX 75229 | (866273) Social Connections: Parker University Facebook Page |
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Learn techniques to alleviate chronic pain, reduce stress, strengthen the immune system, and promote healing through therapeutic massage while earning an associate’s degree. Program includes clinical practice in a professional atmosphere and prepares students for the national therapeutic massage and bodywork exam and state licensure.
7600 N Shannon Rd, G236 | Tucson, AZ 85709 | (520) 206-2263 Social Connections: Pima Community College Facebook Page |
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Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy was Western Pennsylvania’s first technical institute to offer a career training course in massage therapy. Their academy was formed in 1986 and has graduated hundreds of successful massage therapists since then. They offer hands-on, comprehensive Massage Therapy training designed to give students the skills, practical experience and confidence needed to pursue successful, rewarding careers.
3600 Laketon Rd. | Pittsburgh, PA 15235 | (800) 860-1114 Social Connections: Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy Facebook Page |
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Potomac Massage Training Institute (PMTI) a national leader in massage therapy education, transforms the health and well-being of the Washington, DC metropolitan community through professional development, outreach, local partnerships and research.
8380 Colesville Road, Suite 600 | Silver Spring, MD 20910 | (202) 686-7046 Social Connections: Potomac Massage Training Institute (PMTI) Facebook Page |
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Since 1978, Sarasota School of Massage Therapy has been educating students of many backgrounds and ages for fulfilling careers as professional massage therapists. Their purpose is more than just educating tomorrow’s most successful bodywork professionals. They aim to awaken in our students a transformational self-awareness; an integration of skills, knowledge, and mindfulness. This awareness is the foundation of the most successful massage therapy careers.
5899 Whitfield Avenue, Suite 300 | Sarasota, FL 34243 | (877) 613-7768 Social Connections: Sarasota School of Massage Therapy Facebook Page |
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Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy is a career college with longevity in the massage therapy profession and a solid reputation as one of the best schools in North America. They view massage therapy as a health care profession (as opposed to an aesthetics or service occupation) with historic roots and a modern foundation in evidence and effectiveness. They are proud to see that their graduates are preferentially hired by employers and that there is a notable prominence of leaders and educators in our profession who are Sutherland-Chan alumni.
330 Dupont St. | Toronto, ON M5R 1V9 | (416) 924-1107 ext 23 Social Connections: Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy Facebook Page |
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Since 1988, Zen Shiatsu Chicago has set the standard for professional shiatsu education in Illinois. Zen Shiatsu Chicago offers a complete Shiatsu Certification Program qualifying graduates for the credentials required for legal practice, as well as Continuing Education for Massage Therapy and other professions.
825 Chicago Ave | Evanston, IL 60202 | (847) 864-1130 Social Connections: Zen Shiatsu Chicago Facebook Page |
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