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9.17.2012
If you are a massage instructor or thinking about becoming one, there are many things to consider before you attempt to jump into a classroom.
Make Your SMART Goals WISE Goals
12.20.2011
As a leader, you're used to setting goals. But are the goals you're setting really as powerful as they could be?
Top Ten Things to Consider When Starting a Yoga Studio
2.22.2011
Business is a lot more than just giving a service or product to a customer. It has a whole “behind-the-scenes” part that we don’t usually see when we walk in the front door. Business is about financial projections, strategic planning, marketing, sales, budgeting, facility maintenance, hiring, sub-contractors, bookkeeping, and so much more.
The Benefits of Professional Associations: 5 Reasons to Join
12.20.2010
What does the survival of your practice have to do with being a member of a professional association? Plenty.
2010 Massage Hall of Fame Honorees Announced
5.24.2010
Each year, up to a dozen massage therapy professionals are honored by being inducted into the World Massage Festival Hall of Fame.
Massage Envy Offers Exclusive AromaTherapy Blend and Special Gift Sets for Mother's Day
4.14.2011
Massage Envy, a pioneer and national leader of affordable and convenient massage and spa services, is the one-stop shop for Mother's Day gifts. In addition to the array of massage and spa services available, all 660 locations across the country are also offering the new Vibrant AromaTherapy blend developed exclusively for Mother's Day. Additionally, gift cards and gift sets are also available for mom this holiday season
LaVida Massage Celebrates Opening of New Center in Austin, Texas
3.23.2011
LaVida Massage, a Commerce, Michigan-based massage and wellness center, celebrated the opening its first Texas location in Austin on Feb. 28, 2011.
Spa Scholarship Applications Invited
1.26.2011
Students interested in pursuing a spa-related degree may now apply for the International Spa Association's (ISPA) Mary Tabacchi Scholarship. The $2,500 scholarship was created in honor of Mary Tabacchi, Ph.D., R.D., an associate professor in hospitality facilities and operations at Cornell University, who was one of the first educators in the spa field and helped shape many of today's spa-industry leaders.
Elements Therapeutic Massage Awards 3-Studio Agreement to Enter North Carolina
12.21.2010
Elements Therapeutic Massage, one of the fastest-growing franchises in America, recently announced it has awarded franchise agreements to open three studios in North Carolina, marking its entry into the state and a growing trend toward multi-unit franchise licenses awarded by the chain.
Massage and Fitness Pro Shoots Commercial Series for Oakworks
12.14.2010
Debbbie Roberts, L.M.T. and owner of Massage & Fitness Professionals of the Treasure Coast, recently returned from New Freedom, Pennsylvania, to tape a commercial for Oakworks, a massage-and-spa-table company. Roberts accepted this honor in order to become a part of the company’s educational series.
American Spirit Institute
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Columbia-Greene Community College
Hudson, NY 12534
Milan Institute: Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA 93301
UC Santa Cruz/Recreation Program, Attn: Holistic Health Program
Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Baker College of Auburn Hills: Massage Program
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Warren County Community College
Washington, NJ 07882