Massage Schools, Institutes & Training Classes

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Short Definition

Manipulation of skin, muscle and joints (usually by hand) to relax muscle spasm, relieve tension, improve circulation and hasten elimination of wastes. It also stretches connective tissue and improves circulation.

Expanded Information

Massage is an instinctive human response that when we bump ourselves that we rub it and the 'ouch' soon goes away. This basic instinct has been slowly developed over the countless generations into a sophisticated healing art and science.

Professional therapeutic massage is an age-old healing art, which can alleviate physical, mental and emotional ailments. The practice dates to the Chinese in 3000 BC. Other references in the bible refer to anointing the body with oil. In 460 BC, Hypocrites prescribed it as a beneficial treatment for his patients.

In one form or another, it developed in all the nations of the old World. Hippocrates, who is considered a father of medicine, said that all physicians should have experience of the techniques of rubbing, It is recognised that rubbing can bind a joint that is too loose and loosen a joint that is too rigid. Furthermore, rubbing can make the flesh and cause parts to waste, it is these latter beliefs that are so important for those concerned with figure improvement. In 1813, the Royal Central Institute was established in Stockholm, Sweden, and here the known massage movements were studied scientifically and systematised. This was the most important single development in the field in modern times and it is because of this that remedial massage is often called "Swedish".

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Alabama

Birmingham, Red Mountain Institute -- Massage

Birmingham, Virginia College-- Massage

Mobile, Blue Cliff School of Therapeutic Massage -- Massage

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Alaska

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Arizona

Sedona, AZ
Sedona School of Massage	Sedona, AZ: Sedona School of Massage Specialties: Massage, Swedish Massage, Integrative Massage, Connective Tissue Therapy, Bodywork, Myofascial, Shiatsu, Cranial Sacral, Kinesiology, Hydrotherapy, Homeopathy, Herbalogy  School Summary: Sedona School of Massage is a full-service Arizona massage school nestled in the beauty of the Sedona, Arizona red rocks. Our 700-hour, five-month certification >> click for detailed page	Request Info

Tempe, AZ
	Tempe, AZ : Southwest Institute of Healing Arts Specialties: Massage Therapy, Herbalism, Holistic Healthcare, Yoga Teacher Training, Hypnotherapy >>click for detailed page	Request Info

Lake Havasu City, Bohler Institute - Distance Learning -- Acupressure, Massage
Phoenix, Arizona School of Massage Therapy-- Massage
Tempe, Arizona School of Massage Therapy-- Massage

Santa Cruz and San Jose, CA
	Santa Cruz and San Jose, CA -- Five Branches Institute, College & Clinic of Traditional Chinese Medicine Specialties: Master's degree and Doctorate of Traditional Chinese Medicine including Acupuncture, Herbology, QiGong and Massage (MAc, MTCM, DAOM). School Summary: This Graduate level school accepts students with 2 years of undergraduate college, preparing them to gain a license to practice acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Located in Santa Cruz and San Jose California..>> click for detailed page	Request Info

North Hollywood, CA (Los Angeles Metro)
	North Hollywood, CA :Southern California Health Institute Specialties: Massage, Physical Therapy Aide, Personal Fitness Trainer School Summary: The Advanced Professional Massage Therapy Program provides an integrated approach to health and wellness through massage therapy. This program includes Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Thai & Chair Massage training./p> >> click for detailed page	Request Info

Oakland, CA
McKinnon Institute of Massage	Oakland, CA  -- McKinnon Institute Specialties: Massage, Acupressure, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Bodywork School Summary: This school has offered vocational education programs for students interested in acquiring the training and skills necessary for developing a professional massage practice....>> click for detailed page >>Click here to request school information	Request Info

Alhambra, Bryman College -- Massage
Berkeley, Acupressure Institute-- Acupressure, Massage, Shiatsu, Bodywork
Davis, Massage Therapy Institute -- Massage, Craniosacral Release, Reflexology, Myofacial, Bodywork
Emeryville, National Holistic Institute,- Massage, Acupressure
Guala, Pacific Schools of Massage & Healing Arts, 707-884-3138 -- Massage
Los Angeles, LA Vocational Institute-- Massage
Los Angeles, Meridian Institute-- Massage
Milpitas, Milpitas College of Massage Therapy & Electrolysis -- Massage, Other: Electrolysis, Other: Cosmetology
Mill Valley, Diamond Light School of Massage and Healing,-- Massage, Energy Healing, Acupressure, CranioSacral, Reiki, Thai Massage, Myofascial and Deep Tissue
Orange, Career Networks Institute -- Massage
Nevada City, Phillips School of Massage -- Massage
Palo Alto, Body Therapy Center-- Acupressure, Massage, Craniosacral
Petaluma, Sonoma College,-- Massage
Pleasanton, The World School of Massage & Holistic Healing Arts -- Massage, Bodywork, Holistic
San Diego, Body Mind College-- Massage
San Diego, Mueller College of Holistic Massage Therapies- Acupressure, Massage
San Diego, School of Healing Arts -- Acupressure, Yoga Teacher, Yoga Teacher, Massage, Bodywork
San Francisco, Alive & Well-- Massage, Bodywork
San Francisco, TouchPro Institute-- Massage
San Francisco, World School of Massage and Holistic Healing Arts- Massage
Santa Barbara,CA , Santa Barbara Body Therapy Institute – Massage, Bodywork
Sebastopo, Sebastopo Massage Center-- Massage
Sunnyvale, University of East-West Medicine -- Chinese Medicine, Acupressure, Acupuncture, Herbology, Nutrition, Massage
Tujunga, Hands on Healing Institute -- Aromatherapy, Massage

Denver, Colorado
	Denver, Colorado: Heritage College Specialties: Massage Therapy School Summary: The Heritage massage course includes massage therapy classes that cover dozens of holistic massage therapy modalities. All of our massage therapy courses cover professional level experience with a broad spectrum of topics and subjects in ..>> click for detailed page	Request Info

Boulder, Healing Spirits Massage training Program-- Massage

Colorado Springs, Collinson School of Therapeutics & Massage -- Massage

 Evergreen, The Holistic Learning Center -- Massage, Other: Neuromuscular Therapy, Other: Traegar

Durango, Rocky Mountain Institute of Healing Arts-- Massage, Holistic

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Connecticut

Wethersfield, Galen Institute LLC, School of Massage Therapy  -- Massage

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Delaware

Wilmington, Dawn Training Centre, Inc, -- Massage, Other: Esthetician

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Florida

Fort Myers, Florida
	Fort Myers, Florida: Florida Academy Specialties: Massage Therapy, Skin Care, Cosmetology, Makeup School Summary: We are Southwest Florida's Premier Massage Therapy School. Graduates then sit for the Florida State Boards and, upon passing, receive both a Florida license and a National Certification...>> click for detailed page	Request Info

Boca Raton, FL
	Boca Raton, FL-- Boca Beauty & Massage Academy Specialties: Lymphatic Drainage, Sports Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Deep Tissue, Chair, Natural Healing , Reflexology, Hydrotherapy, Hot Stone treatment, and Swedish School Summary: Boca Beauty Academy has a long and distinguished history as master educators in the art and science of therapeutic massage. We have been licensed by the Department of Education for 15 years. Our teaching methodology recognizes the differences amongst the experience levels of our students...>> click for detailed page >>Click here to request school information	Request Info

Pompano Beach, FL
	Pompano Beach, FL-- American Institute of Massage Therapy Specialties: Massage, Neuromuscular, Aromatherapy, Craniosacral, Myofascial, Reflexology, Asian Bodywork, Sports Massage, Infant Massage, Prenatal Massage, Trager, Rolfing, and Hot Stone Massage School Summary: The program consists of academic course work and supervised practice. It is designed to enable the student to become a highly skilled therapist, capable of working successfully in a variety of professional facilities and/or to become self-employed...>> click for detailed page	Request Info

Ft. Lauderdale, Florida College of Natural Health -- Massage

Fort Myers, Florida Academy of Massage & Skin Care -- Massage

Gainesville, Florida School of Massage -- Massage

Jacksonville, Arlington School of Massage and Rehabilitation -- Massage

Miami, Florida College of Natural Health-- Massage

Orlando, College of Natural Health -- Massage

Pompano Beach, American Institute of Massage Therapy -- Massage, Colonic Therapy

Sarasota, Sarasota School of Massage Therapy-- Other: Anatomy, Massage

Sarasota, College of Natural Health -- Massage

Tampa, SunCoast II The Tampa Bay School of Massage Therapy, LLC, -- Massage, Other: Neuromuscular Therapy

West Palm Beach, Keiser College-- Massage

West Palm Beach, Medvance- Massage, Other: Radiologic

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Georgia

Savannah, GA
	Savannah, GA -- Savannah School of Massage Therapy Specialties: Massage School Summary: The Savannah School of Massage Therapy (SSOMT) was founded in 1999, and offers a 600 clock hour program in Massage Therapy. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will receive a Certificate of Completion in Massage Therapy.....>> click for detailed page	Request Info

Atlanta, Rising Spirit Institute of Natural Health -- Massage

Gainesville, Lake Lanier School of Massage-- Massage, Reflexology Studies

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Hawaii

Haiku, Maui, Spa Luna Holistic School for Massage Therapists -- Massage

Kailua, Hawaii Healing Arts College- Massage

Makawao, HI -- Maui School of Therapeutic Massage, -- Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Assessment and Treatment of Common Conditions, Deep Tissue, and Myofascial Release

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Idaho

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Illinois

Evanston, IL
	Evanston, IL - Thai Bodywork Specialties: Thai Massage, Bodywork School Summary: Traditional Thai Massage certification trainings each month in a weekend intensive format. Multiple courses are available, ranging from an Introduction to Thai Massage, with no prerequisites, to advanced practitioner trainings. Our program is certified by the International Thai Therapists Association (ITTA) and ABMP. NCBTMB continuing education approval pending. ....>> click for detailed page	Request Info

Chicago, The Soma Institute -- Massage

Springfield, Halsa Hem School of Massage -- Massage

Villa Park, Advanced Anatomy Massage Academy -- Massage

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Indiana

Columbus, Alternatives For Health -- Massage

Crown Point, American Certified Massage School -CROWN POINT -- Massage

Fort Wayne, Center for Vital Living -- Massage

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Iowa

Anamosa, Carlson College of Massage Therapy -- Massage

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Kansas

Kansas City, Kansas
	Kansas City, Kansas: Heritage College Specialties: Massage Therapy School Summary: The Heritage massage course includes massage therapy classes that cover dozens of holistic massage therapy modalities. All of our massage therapy courses cover professional level experience with a broad spectrum of topics and subjects in ..>> click for detailed page	Request Info

Olathe, Professional Fitness Institute -- Massage

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Kentucky

Louisville, Louisville School of Massage -- Massage

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Louisiana

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Maine

Bridgton, New Hampshire Institute For Therapeutic Arts School of Massage Therapy-- Massage

Oakland, Fuller Circles School for Therapeutic Massage -- Massage

Waldoboro, Downeast School of Massage -- Massage, Shiatsu

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Maryland

Baltimore, Holistic Massage Training Institute -- Massage

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Massachusetts

Ipswich, Headhunter, Spa Tech Institute-- Massage, Other: Cosmetology

Worcester, Bancroft School of Massage -- Massage

Worcester, Small Animal Massage Certification Program -- Massage

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Michigan

Ann Arbor, MI, The School of Orthopedic Massage & BodyWork - Massage, Myofascial
Saginaw County, Flint School of Therapeutic Massage - 2 Locations-- Massage

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Minnesota

Minneapolis, Northwestern Health Sciences University-- Massage

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Mississippi

Gulfport, Blue Cliff College, Gulf Coast -- Massage , Other: Physiology

Jackson, Virginia College - Massage

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Missouri

Kansas City, Lawrence, MO
	Kansas City, Lawrence : WellSpring School of Allied Health Specialties: Massage, Medical Assistant, Personal Trainer School Summary: Start Living Well with a Career in Health & Wellness - Get the Skills to Be a Massage Therapist, Personal Trainer, or Medical Assistant Professional in Kansas City & Lawrence >> click for detailed page	Request Info

Saint Louis, Healing Arts Center-- Massage

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Montana

Whitefish, The Serenity Center -- Massage

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Nebraska

Omaha, Omaha School of Massage Therapy-- Massage

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Nevada

Las Vegas, Nevada School of Massage Therapy - Massage

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New Hampshire

Hudson, New Hampshire Institute For Therapeutic Arts School of Massage Therapy-- Massage

Manchester, North Eastern Institute of Whole Health-- Massage

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New Jersey

Fairfield, The Institute For Health Education, -- Massage, Chiropractic

Cranbury, Gentle Healing School of Massage- Massage

Hillsborough, Health Choices Institute & Holistic Massage School-- Massage

West Long Branch, Center For Therapeutic Massage Inc. and School -- Massage

Westfield, Therapeutic Massage Training Center-- Massage

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New Mexico

Albuquerque, New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics-- Massage

Albuquerque, New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics -- Massage

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New York

Raleigh, Medical Arts Massage School- Massage

Syosset, NY -- New York College of Health Professions -- Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, Holistic Nursing

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North Carolina

Asheville, Center for Massage and Natural Health,-- Aromatherapy, Other: Physiology, Massage

Cornelius, Edmund Morgan School of Neuromuscular & Massage Therapy -- Massage

Rutherfordton, Whole You School of Massage-- Massage, Craniosacral Release

Siler City, Body Therapy Institute-- Massage

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North Dakota

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Ohio

Akron, College of Massotherapy -- Massage

Dayton, Ohio Academy of Holistic Health, – Aromatherapy, Holistic, Hypnotherapy, Massage, Nutrition , Reflexology, Reiki, Other: Life Coaching, Neuro Linguistic Programming, Non Directive Imagery

Pepper Pike, Cleveland School of Massage at Ursuline Sophia Center -- Massage, Reflexology

Twinsburg, Cleveland School of Massage -- Massage

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Oklahoma

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
	Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: Heritage College Specialties: Massage Therapy School Summary: The Heritage massage course includes massage therapy classes that cover dozens of holistic massage therapy modalities. All of our massage therapy courses cover professional level experience with a broad spectrum of topics and subjects in ..>> click for detailed page	Request Info

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Oregon

Portland, Oregon School of Massage, 1-800-844-3420 -- Massage, Other: Tai Ji Quan

Silverton, Massage U, 800-757-6257 -- Massage

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Pennsylvania

Bethlehem, Health Options Institute, 610-419-3535 -- Massage

Forty Fort, Allied Medical & Technical Institute ~ Forty Fort, 570-288-8400 -- Massage, Other: Pharmacy

Kulpsville, National Academy of Massage Therapy & Healing Sciences, 215-412-4121 -- Massage

Murrysville, Massage Therapy Institute of Western Pennsylvania, 724-327-1194 -- Massage

New Kensington, Career Training Academy - Monroeville, 724-337-1000 -- Massage, Bodywork, Shiatsu

Philadelphia, Massage Arts Center of Philadelphia, 267-321-0200 -- Massage, Shiatsu

Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy, 412-241-5155 -- Massage

York, Baltimore School of Massage, 866-699-1881—Massage

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Rhode Island

Middletown, RI, Sacred Stone Center for Holistic Education and Therapy, 877-832-1372 -- Massage Therapy, Massage Ethics, Bodywork, Ayurveda, Beauty, Wellness

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South Carolina

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South Dakota

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Tennessee

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Texas

Austin, Star Institute Advanced Body Centered Education, 512-479-9977 -- Massage

San Antonio, Mind Body Naturopathic Institute, 210-342-7444 -- Massage, Colonic Therapy

San Antonio, Therapeutic Body Concepts, 210-684-6563 -- Colonic Therapy, Massage

Denton, Academy of Healing Arts, 940-566-1880 -- Holistic, Other: Anatomy and Physiology, Massage

El Paso, Austin Schools of Massage in El Paso, 1-800-276-2768 -- Massage, Other: Anatomy and Physiology, Hydrotherapy

Houston, European Institute for Massage Therapy, 713-783-1446 -- Massage

Houston, Memorial Hermann Massage and Spa Therapy School, 713-456-8116 -- Massage

Longview, The Power of Touch Massage Therapy Institute, 903-295-8090 -- Massage

Lubbock, Oceans Massage Therapy Center, 806-722-3300 -- Massage

Plano, Texas Massage Institute, 972-881-1496 -- Massage

San Antonio, Austin Schools of Massage in San Antonio, 800-276-2768 -- Massage, Other: Anatomy and Physiology, Hydrotherapy

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Utah

Salt Lake City, Utah College of Massage Therapy Family of Schools, 800-617-3302 -- Massage

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Vermont

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Virginia

Manassas and Falls Church, Virginia
	Manassas and Falls Church, Virginia : Heritage Institute Specialties: Massage Therpay School Summary: The Heritage massage course includes massage therapy classes that cover dozens of holistic massage therapy modalities. All of our massage therapy courses cover professional level experience with a broad spectrum of topics and subjects in ..>> click for detailed page	Request Info

Alexandria, ACT College, 703-719-0700 -- Massage

Charlottesville, Virginia School of Massage - Charlottesville, 800-541-9299 -- Massage, Other: Shiatsu

Herndon, AKS Massage School, 703-464-0333 -- Massage

Roanoke, Daniels Institute of Holistic Health, Inc., 540-344-3538 -- Massage

Virginia Beach, Cayce/Reilly School of Massotherapy, 757-457-7270 -- Massage

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Washington

Everett, Ashmead College, 425-339-2678 -- Massage

Federal Way, Northwest School of Massage, 866-713-1212 -- Massage, Reiki

Olympia, Bodymechanics School of Myotherapy & Massage, 360-786-8582 -- Massage, Other: Myotherapy

Seattle, Ashmead College, 206-440-3090 -- Massage

Spokane, Northwest Noetic School of Massage , 509-835-4000 -- Massage

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West Virginia

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Wisconsin

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Wyoming

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Canada

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International

 

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