Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Premier Massage Therapy School in Lancaster, PA
Founded in 1991, Lancaster School of Massage has established itself as a premier institution for massage therapy education. Our curriculum integrates technical proficiency with personal development, emphasizing a holistic mind-body-spirit approach. With over 30 years of experience, we provide students with 600 hours of comprehensive training led by instructors who bring more than 200 years of collective industry expertise. Our program combines anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and Swedish massage techniques with ethics and professional development. Graduates emerge not only as technically skilled practitioners but also as self-aware professionals committed to ethical standards.The school maintains a student-centered environment where hands-on learning occurs through a supervised student clinic serving the local community. Faculty members are active practitioners who have received national recognition, including awards from the American Massage Therapy Association. We offer flexible scheduling with day classes and structured payment plans to accommodate diverse student needs. Continuing education opportunities ensure licensed therapists stay current with industry advancements. Our alumni network includes successful practitioners like Michelle, owner of Skinplicity Organic Day Spa, who credit their career transformation to our program.
Services
Massage Licensing Program
Student Massage Clinic
Continuing Education
CPR Classes
Ethics Training
Neuromuscular Therapy Workshops
Lymphedema Therapy Certification
Oncology Massage Training
Yoga Instructor Certification
Business Development Courses
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 600 hours of comprehensive massage therapy training since 1991
- Our faculty brings 200+ combined years of industry experience
- We integrate technical skills with personal growth and ethics
- We maintain a supervised student clinic for hands-on learning
- We provide structured payment plans with deposit options
What people say
Life-changing experience
Passionate instructors
Comprehensive training
Supportive environment
Successful career preparation
Services
Massage Licensing Program
Our 600-hour massage therapy program prepares students for state licensure through comprehensive instruction in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and Swedish massage techniques. The curriculum includes hands-on practice in our student clinic and covers essential business and ethics training. Graduates receive the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to succeed in the massage therapy profession.
Student Massage Clinic
The student clinic offers affordable $40 massage sessions performed by supervised students gaining practical experience. Clients receive therapeutic treatments while students complete their required clinical hours. Sessions are available on specific days and times, providing real-world experience in a professional setting while maintaining educational priorities.
Continuing Education
We provide continuing education programs for licensed massage therapists to maintain licensure and stay current with industry advancements. Courses include CPR certification, ethics training, and specialized workshops on neuromuscular therapy and connective tissue techniques. These programs help professionals expand their skills and build local professional networks.
Neuromuscular Therapy
Our neuromuscular therapy instruction combines anatomical knowledge with practical application for treating soft tissue pain. Students learn assessment techniques and treatment protocols for musculoskeletal conditions. The training emphasizes understanding body mechanics and developing effective therapeutic interventions for common pain patterns.
Lymphedema Therapy
Specialized training in Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Complete Decongestive Lymphedema Therapy prepares practitioners to treat fluid retention conditions. The program covers assessment techniques, treatment protocols, and self-care strategies for managing lymphatic system disorders. This advanced certification expands therapists' capabilities in medical massage applications.
People
Winona Bontrager
Founding President
39-year massage therapy veteran and AMTA past president with national policy influence. Recipient of multiple industry awards, including the Trailblazer Award. Brings extensive educational leadership experience to program development.
Clarissa Barnes
Licensed Massage Therapist
Specializes in lymphedema therapy and holistic healing. Founded Create Balance LLC after working at Penn Medicine. Certified in manual lymphatic drainage and colon hydrotherapy. Focuses on integrative approaches to client care and wellness education.
Camille Baughman
Ethics Instructor
Educator with dual degrees in education and healing arts. Teaches ethics while maintaining private practice. Active in state and national massage therapy associations. Recipient of service and humanitarian awards for industry contributions.
Jennifer Bierbower
Neuromuscular Therapy Instructor
20+ year practitioner specializing in neuromuscular therapy and oncology massage. Combines Pilates and yoga knowledge with massage instruction. Currently practices at Bright Mountain Bodywork while teaching MBLEX preparation courses.
Christine Hellberg
Swedish Massage Instructor
Private practice owner with advanced certifications in Trager Approach and Amino Neurofrequency Therapy. Teaches body mechanics and draping techniques. Integrates yoga background to improve practitioner posture and client safety.
Questions
How long is your massage therapy program?
Our comprehensive program requires 600 hours of training completed over several months.
What are the admission requirements?
Applicants must be 18+, submit transcripts, complete an interview, and pay application fees.
Do you offer evening or weekend classes?
Daytime classes are offered Monday-Friday with some weekend clinic availability.
Can I pay tuition in installments?
Yes, we offer payment plans with three scheduled installments during the program.
Are your instructors licensed professionals?
All instructors are licensed practitioners with extensive industry experience and certifications.
Do you help with job placement after graduation?
We focus on career preparation, but do not directly provide job placement services.
