Now Accepting Applications for our September 2008
Part Time and Full Time Programs

MASSAGE SCHOOL IN HAWAII

Come to Maui for a state-of-the-art, world class education in massage therapy. The Maui School of Therapeutic Massage is located on the Hawaiian Island of Maui, where the warm ocean, gentle climate and lush tropical beauty create a magical setting for an educational experience that will change your life.

After your application is received, the next step is scheduling an interview. We do most of these by telephone (unless you’re lucky enough to be here already, or are planning a vacation).

Many students are surprised to learn that the cost of living in Maui is actually lower than many major US mainland cities! Check our FAQ page to learn about living here.

After successfully completing our 650 hour 7 or 12 month programs, you are qualified to take state and national licensing exams which can lead to a fulfilling career as a Licensed Massage Therapist. Own your own practice, work for a spa or medical practitioner, teach at a school - almost anywhere in the world. Experience the magic of Maui and go home - or anywhere in the world - with an earning potential of $40-80 an hour - and more!

MSTM tuition is $4,800 (plus state tax), making our 650-hour licensed massage therapist training one of the most affordable anywhere. We are approved for funding of qualified applicants by Alu Like, the Veterans Administration, and division of Vocational Rehabilitation. MSTM also offers flexible tuition payment plans to successful applicants. Maui School of Therapeutic Massage is licensed by the State Department of Education and is a member of the ABMP and the AMTA Council of Schools. We’ve been approved by the Washington State Board and the Oregon Board, and we exceed the educational requirements for National Certification. Our graduates are eligible to apply for a massage therapist license in nearly every US state, and in many countries around the world. For licensing requirements in your state or Canadian province, click here.

650-hour Full and Part-Time Programs: Our school offers a 650-hour professional licensing program to prepare students for successful careers in therapeutic massage. Students may choose either our full-time (7-month) program or our part-time (12-month) program. Class schedules can be found on our courses page, and on our calendar. Our tuition and curriculum are the same for full-time or part-time programs. School programs include courses in Anatomy and Physiology, Kinesiology, Massage Theory and Technique, Assessment and Treatment of Common Conditions, Neuromuscular Therapy, Hydrotherapy and Spa Treatments, Wellness and Stress Management, Therapeutic Exercise, Hawaiian Lomilomi Massage, Shiatsu / Acupressure, Reflexology, Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Body-Mind Integration and Clinical Massage Practice. Classes are taught by our school’s exceptional faculty, who are recognized leaders and have decades of experience in the massage therapy profession. 

800-hour Advanced Certification Programs and Continuing Education: The Maui School of Therapeutic Massage also offers an 800-hour Certification Program, which presents an opportunity for the student to pursue further study and specialization in a variety of massage and bodywork disciplines. This advanced certification specialty program consists of 150 hours of advanced training study and clinical practice. There are several specialty tracks currently being offered and in development including Sports & Orthopedic Massage, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, Myofascial Therapy/Structural Bodywork, Movement Therapy, Wellness and Stress management, and Spa Treatments. The student also has some flexibility to choose elective courses suited to their particular areas of interest. The tuition for the 150-hour program is $1,950, which is at a discounted rate to our standard Continuing Education Courses. For more information about our schedule of advanced certification courses and continuing education classes, click here.

Our fully supervised public clinic provides students with valuable and varied practical experience. In this supportive environment, students integrate academic, business, communication and practical massage skills learned in class. The school’s massage clinic is very popular with Maui residents and visitors who come to receive student massages for only $30 per hour.

Learn more about our school and life on Maui. Our school credentials, policies, career opportunities in the massage therapy field, financial aid, student visas, a map of Maui, and more can be found on our FAQ page.

Print out our Application Form - and please, Contact Us with your questions, or request a printed catalog and application if you cannot print it. Remember to bookmark this site for future visits.

Come to our Open House on Sunday, August 24, 2008, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. See our school, meet the faculty, hear about our programs, and find out what it takes to become a successful massage therapist.

New on the MSTM Site: Check our MSTM News page for exciting changes at the school. New photos have been added to the Photos page, and we’ve also added articles by MSTM founder Linda Sola, who writes a column for the Haleakala Times newspaper here in Maui. Topics include Managing Stress, Baby Massage, Mousitis, Telephone Neck Syndrome and Hydrotherapy for Colds.