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Massage Schools in the San Fernando Valley

If you have strong hands and a willingness to learn, becoming a massage therapist can lead to a rewarding, lucrative career. Technique is everything in this competitive field, and although you will no doubt develop your own massage “style,” it is important to learn the fundamentals from professionals who have been in the field for years. At a massage school, you can learn about different styles of massage—such as Swedish, pre-natal and shiatsu—as well as other elements essential to becoming a professional massage therapist.

  1. Massage School of Santa Monica

    • The 150-hour Massage Therapist Course at the Massage School of Santa Monica will provide you with a foundation in massage therapy. Experienced instructors will teach you about theory and practice, including studies in European circulatory massage, sensory awareness techniques, bodywork history, biomechanics, nutrition and hygiene. There will also be seminars on business, for those who are interested in operating independently or opening their own center.

      The Massage School of Santa Monica also offers an Advanced Massage Therapist course, which requires classes of Anatomy/Physiology, Pro Skills and other electives.

      Massage School of Santa Monica
      6422 1/2 Coldwater Canyon?
      Valley Glen, CA 91606
      (818) 763-4912
      massageschoolsantamonica.com

    A2Z Health Massage Schools

    • A2Z Health Massage Schools offer day and evening classes, leading to a certificate in one of the following programs: Swedish Massage Technician Program, 300 hours; Massage Therapist Program, 500 hours or Holistic Bodywork Practitioner Program, 1,000 hours.

      A2Z Health Massage Schools have more than 1,000 graduates, many of whom are currently employed at resorts, day spas, athletic clubs, hotels, salons or on cruise ships.

      A2Z Health Massage Schools
      7620 Lindley Avenue?
      Reseda, California 91335?
      888-303-3131
      a2zhealth.net/

    National Holistic Institute School of Massage Therapy

    • Founded in 1979, the National Holistic Institute was the first massage therapy school to be accredited by the state of California. Its San Fernando Valley branch (the Encino Campus—formerly Touch Therapy Institute) offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes the following areas of massage: Swedish, Deep tissue, Reflexology, Pre-Natal, Lymphatic, Sports, Hot Stone and Aromatherapy.

      National Holistic Institute School of Massage Therapy is one of the largest and most respected massage schools in the world. Their knowledgeable staff and faculty is often consulted by massage professionals outside of the school, but that never interferes with their first priority: helping you succeed in the massage field of your choice. Financial aid packages are available for those who qualify.

      National Holistic Institute School of Massage Therapy
      5900 Hollis Street, Suite Q
      Emeryville, CA 94608
      800-315-3552
      http://www.nhi.edu/campuses/los_angeles.html

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