Associations (Subscribe)
Links
Active Massage Therapy Network
http://www.activemassagetherapy.com
Our national network provides a standard system for assessment, and a variety of services.
ADCM - Canadian Association of Massage Therapists and Other Therapists in Alternative Medicine
A non-profit organization whose goal is to offer therapists recognition and credibility while practicing their profession as a member of the Association. English and French.
Amatsu Therapy Association
Provides information on what this Japanese therapy is, what it can do and where to find a qualified practitioner.
American Massage Therapy Association
An association providing information about the laws and practice of massage.
American Massage Therapy Association - California Chapter
Includes membership and licencing information, and details of continuing education programs.
Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals
ABMP is a professional massage association representing massage, bodywork, somatics practitioners, and estheticians.(Evergreen, CO)
Association of Massage Therapists and Wholistic Practitioners
Nonprofit association serving the needs of Canadian massage practitioners and clients.
Australian Massage Therapists Network (AMTN)
http://massagetherapist.com.au
A nationwide organization of massage professionals who share knowledge, skills and resources to improve industry standards.
California Alliance of Massage and Bodywork Schools (CAMBS)
http://www.camassageschools.org/
A membership organization of massage and bodywork schools with programs approved by the State of California.
Canadian Council of Massotherapeutic Examiners
CCME offers details about the education and examination requirements for massage therapists in Canada.
Canadian Sport Massage Therapists Association
Offering a variety of information about and for practitioners in Canada.
Federation MBS
A federation of non-profit membership organizations in the massage, bodywork and somatic practice field.
Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards
FSMTB supports state massage boards in advocating for simplified and standardized licensing of massage therapists.
International Association of Healthcare Practitioners (IAHP)
A league of healthcare professionals dedicated to the use and exploration of innovative therapies. Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
International Council of Energetic Integration Trainers
http://www.energeticintegration.info
Organization for practitioners of this bodywork technique.
International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy (ISMETA)
Maintains a professional registry of practitioners and supports organizations that provide training in varied somatic movement disciplines.
Massage Australia
Paid membership, whose benefits include the Massage Australia Magazine.
Massage Therapy Association South Africa
Assists members to register with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA) and provide support in all aspects of their profession.
Massage Therapy Foundation
http://www.massagetherapyfoundation.org/
This organization advances the knowledge and practice of massage therapy by supporting scientific research, education and community service.
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)
Provides national certification. McLean, VA.
North American Vodder Association of Lymphatic Therapy (NAVALT)
A non-profit association of therapists certified in the Dr. Vodder method of Manual Lymph Drainage dedicated to education and research.
Rhythmical Massage Therapy Association of North America
http://www.artemisia.net/rmta/
Association for this specific type of massage.
Romanian Association of Massage and Reflexology
An apolitical nonprofit that promotes education and professional ethics. Includes services and goals, membership categories and founder's statement.
The Oregon Massage Therapists Association
Includes a geographical guide to members and provides mentoring, direction, continuing education and networking to practitioners.
Thirumoolar Varmalogy Institute
Dedicated to knowledge of this Indian form of bodywork.
