Minneapolis Massage Schools

There's more to being a successful massage therapist than knowing techniques and having experience. It's also essential to have a strong foundation of knowledge about the human body, the benefits of massage, and best practices when it coming to business, ethics and hygiene. This is why most states require a licensing exam before trained therapists can become professionals working in the industry--to ensure every massage therapist is effectively prepared for their occupation. In order to gain the practical and theoretical knowledge you need to become a licensed massage therapist, it's important to choose the Minneapolis massage school that's right for you.

Minneapolis massage schools can provide the classes, hours of hands-on experience and resources you need to be fully prepared once you enter the massage therapy workforce. General classes for comprehensive courses usually include some or all of the following: anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, pathology, business principles, and hygiene and ethics. In addition to this coursework is the study and practice of massage techniques. There are numerous different specialty techniques in massage therapy, often referred to as "modalities" and many professional massage therapists choose to train in several in order to be better equipped to offer a wide range of options to their clients.

There are several top rated Minneapolis massage schools in the area including the Everest Institute, Center Point Massage and Shiatsu Therapy School and Clinic, Northwestern Health Sciences University and Globe University Minnesota School of Business. Our goal, here on the Minneapolis Massage Schools page is to make your research of schools and programs as painless and easy as possible. That way, you can choose the education path that's right for you and get started towards your new career as soon as possible.

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  Northwestern Health Sciences - Bloomington, MN

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  Everest Institute - Eagan, MN

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Top Minneapolis Massage Therapists

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  Neva Massage Center

  (952) 935-9506

  6009 Wayzata Blvd., Suite 107, Saint Louis Park, MN 55416

  Neva Massage Center provides a wide range of massages including rehabilitation, sports injury, medical, traditional spa, hot stone, deep tissue, lymphatic drainage massage, and many others. Every client will receive their own, custom tailored massage treatment according to his or her individual needs. This comprehensive approach allows our clients to address different massage needs under one roof whether it is relaxation, rehabilitation, or more serious long term health benefits. Here at Neva Massage Center we strongly believe that our business success is directly dependent on our professional and science skills, whether you will be a returning customer, and what you will say about us to others. This is the reason why we always want to make sure that each of our clients is absolutely satisfied with the services we provide.
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  Zen Experience Massage & Wellness

  (952) 922-3600

  1675 Southdale Center, Edina, MN 55435

  Zen Experience Massage & Wellness has been serving the city of Edina since 2003 and has won several Best Massage awards. We offer massage, wellness and chiropractic services in a relaxing spa atmosphere. And while we have the ambiance of a high-end spa, we strive to keep our prices affordable. Our massages can be personalized to each individual, or customers can choose by specialty including Sports, Thai, Prenatal, Hot Stones, and Reflexology. We also offer several spa packages and massages at a range of time increments, including shorter versions of traditional massage and spa services, to accommodate our customers' busy schedules. We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy the health benefits of massage and therefore we listen to and work together with our customers to blend quality with affordability.
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  Chandler Yorkhall Therapeutic Bodywork

  (612) 308-7992

  Shenandoah Wellness Center, 812 E 48th St., Minneapolis, MN 55417
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  Jill Seifert-Thiel, CMT

  (612) 567-7871

  4121 27th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
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  The Wellness Center

  (612) 727-2989

  4201 E 54th St., Minneapolis, MN 55417