Success Stories
Here are just a few of the inspiring success stories of our graduates.
Kalynn Stapley, Phoenix Campus
1/23/2012
School was amazing and I am so glad I decided to choose that career path!!!
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Kalynn Stapley, Phoenix Campus
1/19/2012
I have not received my license yet but I am still practicing my craft and starting to apply for jobs!
Kathryn Green, Westminster Campus
1/19/2012
When I first started pondering about where my life was headed I had no clue where to start, and I was in the deepest of ruts. Not making enough money, my family was in tatters, verging on becoming homeless and looking for easy ways out. I started browsing the web for different schools in the area and found Denver School of Massage Therapy (DSMT) on one of the google.com searches. Needless to say I inquired for more information and with in seconds received a call from the school to schedule a walk through.
When I first walked through the doors of DSMT I was greeted warmly and genuinely by the staff and had no reservations about my decision to be there to at least check it out and see if massage was really the path for me. I was met by an amazing woman named Jodi who was so vibrant and passionate about all things massage and success oriented. She was such a treat! She showed me the school, gave me an honest break down of the curriculum and all the fees I should expect for …
When I first started pondering about where my life was headed I had no clue where to start, and I was in the deepest of ruts. Not making enough money, my family was in tatters, verging on becoming homeless and looking for easy ways out. I started browsing the web for different schools in the area and found Denver School of Massage Therapy (DSMT) on one of the google.com searches. Needless to say I inquired for more information and with in seconds received a call from the school to schedule a walk through.
When I first walked through the doors of DSMT I was greeted warmly and genuinely by the staff and had no reservations about my decision to be there to at least check it out and see if massage was really the path for me. I was met by an amazing woman named Jodi who was so vibrant and passionate about all things massage and success oriented. She was such a treat! She showed me the school, gave me an honest break down of the curriculum and all the fees I should expect for licensing after my graduation. I was enrolled that day and didn't look back. I thought massage school was going to be easy... big mistake, getting through the year was one of the hardest things I have ever done, I lost my home shortly after starting school and was homeless for 4 month but the only place I felt safe was school, I lost my job and fell behind in school to the point where employment was not an option, I went to many funerals that year and never felt the need to get out of bed except for the lingering idea of a better life after school, I even starved on multiple occasions during the year but the staff was always kind enough to donate food to my Fiance and I who was going through the program with me.
Its not a breeze, its not an easy way out, its not an easy career, but the reward for making it through and starting your own practice or finding your dream job and making the kind of money you can actually live on and seeing how happy you make people is more worth it then anything I could even begin to describe. I now have a business proposition underway with a strong support group of accounts, lawyers, small business owners and many other talented people, and none of this would have been possible with out the education I received from DSMT. I am saving to buy land in Brazil with my husband and have the apartment of my dreams and my fridge is always stocked. Out of many bad decisions I have made in my life, enrolling in Massage Therapy was not one of them. I hope to be working with and in the future hiring many graduates from the SEG program. If you can make it, you will not regret it!
Read More »Jeremy West, Las Vegas Campus
1/16/2012
I just graduated less than a month ago and am in Masters right now so dont have a success storry just yet, but will have one very soon.
Derrick Privott, Las Vegas Campus
1/15/2012
When I first came to NSMT I was so nervous , and so tight that they were afraid that I was going to hurt myself. It helped me to believe in myself, and that I can be a good massage therapist.
Sandra Pratt, Las Vegas Campus
1/14/2012
I really enjoyed going back to school in this field of massage because I love helping people and everything I learned in Las Vegas school of massage therapy was amazing so much knowledge from teachers and TA's and their willigness to help every student until the end and beyond and the compassion and patience from staff, I will really recomend the school to others who enjoy helping people like me.
Ronald Seykell, Las Vegas Campus
1/12/2012
My success is certain because I was given the great good fortune of landing at the feet of Master teachers at the Nevada School of Massage Therapy. Although they are too humble to call themselves Masters, they most certainly are that. The passion, skill, dedication, and generosity of the teachers, teacher's assistants, and fantastic staff is truly appreciated and has definitely set me on the golden road to my second career. The amount of love and good will and the championing of every student makes NSMT a school to be reckoned with. Even Ray, the wonderful director said hello to me EVERY SINGLE DAY. He and Alex in Career Services stood at the door every morning and every evening welcoming students and sending them home with jokes and congratulations for another day well done. Shana guided the students with authority, discipline, and understanding. I am a gushing fan of NSMT.
Jessie Perkins, Groton Campus
1/11/2012
I was fortunate enough to be in the right place at the right time and was offered space to rent in an already established business, with other massage therapists, before I even graduated! My space was ready and waiting for me when I got my license. i am slowly building a clientele as well as repeat clients. I could have a rough day at the day time job, and leave all that stress at the door of my studio, what is better than that!
George Marlow, Phoenix Campus
12/21/2011
Graduating from ASMT as a registerd lmt has opened so many doors to provide a better life for my self and kids. Before going to ASMT I was working lots of hours for poor pay - just getting by. Within the last couple months I have found employment in the field and enjoy life and more opportunity for ft then ever had before. Thank you ASMT for giving the training to succeed.
Reginald Hart, Phoenix Campus
12/19/2011
Hi my name is Reggie in ASMT changed my life and the teacher in staff help me get thourght the program. I love that school and the program in the people that work there I was apart of that great I worked there as team memer of ASMT if it was not for them I would not be the massage therapist im is today thank ASMT family and friends thank....
Sara Nuneviller, Salt Lake City Campus
12/16/2011
I have come along away. I have been tring to graduate sence 2009. Its been a long road for me but i finally got through it. I have learned alot about my self and comeing from a family that didnt exspress there love to one another through efection, this exsperiance has shown me that touch can be a good thing
Elisha Mitchell, Lindon Campus
12/14/2011
I am currently working at Massage Envy in Draper, Ut. So far I love it!!! I haven't been working there for very long, but I haven't had a bad day. Some days are slow but I have always had atleast two clients. I lvoe it!!!! As long as your dedicated to your work and you get regular massages you'll do great!!!
Anna Garduno, Phoenix Campus
12/9/2011
i will be working at internal medicine and geriatrics in the new year and am very excited!
Cari Rickabaugh, Salt Lake City Campus
12/9/2011
I graduated from the professional program at the Salt Lake City Campus 10 years ago. I came back to attend the Master Bodyworker Program with some concerns because I've been out of school for so long. The support I received from every staff member and especially instructors gave me the confidence to complete with high self appraisal and being proud of myself. I appreciate the conversations of support. It gave me the drive to get through it. Mike Fratto is my hero in life. Great staff support. Career Services helped assist me in being prepared in passing my exam for licensing. Thanks for all you do. Keep it up! Everyone deserves major appreciation. I'm grateful. Thank you so much!
Sali Leonhart, Salt Lake City Campus
12/7/2011
I moved to Salt Lake City from Grand Junction, Colorado to attend UCMT. At first I just saw it as massage school, oh but it was so much more. I made life long friends, received great education, and had amazing support from staff and instructors. It taught me professionalism and made me a therapist that now takes my skills seriously to where I can be a successful therapist.
When I started school I utilized Career Services to help me on what I wanted to do. They've helped me throughout the program and gave me the information needed to be successful. The brown bags and recruitments that came into campus were very helpful to me. I attended a recruitment towards the end of my program and by graduation, I was hired.
Not only did I obtain the knowledge needed for my career, but I also got a job when I graduated. SUCCESS! Thank you to the UCMT Instructors, staff, and Career Services for helping me start my career and in continuing it.
Thank you!
Carlton White, Phoenix Campus
12/6/2011
ASMT has been a life changer. Just the feeling of accomplishment and confidence that follow after completing the program, is success in it's self.
Jennabelle Hartsough, Phoenix Campus
12/6/2011
i love my job..thank u ASMT
Tracy Blancett, Phoenix Campus
12/5/2011
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51 clients on this paycheck!! Whoo hoo!! Let the Christmas shopping begin!!
Nancy Prince, Salt Lake City Campus
12/2/2011
I have had a successful private practice well over 10 years, along with my husband who is also a graduate of UCMT, and I are in the process of growing Therapies Centers with base foundation therapy is Structural Integration. See details on our website @ www.structurabodytherapies.com
Jaclyn Taylor, Lindon Campus
11/15/2011
I made sure to take the MBLEX and start applying for jobs before graduation. At my first interview, I was hired on the spot. While considering the opportunity, I realized that it wasn't going to get me where I wanted to go. I called the manager and turned down the offer. Later that day, the doctor/owner of the business called to ask why. When I explained to him what my goals were, he told me I was doing the right thing. He started his business the day he graduated, and advised me to do the same. He told me that getting another job would only be a crutch. Within a few days, I found the perfect space in the perfect location for the perfect price. And suddenly, I am in the process of running my own business!!
Marlon Flamenco, Phoenix Campus
11/4/2011
The program at ASMT has open many doors for me. Mid way through the program I lost my Nana which almost made me quit the program, with the help of the staff at the campus I was able to overcome many emotional hurdles. The program has allowed me the ability of providing a service for my community, giving me the opportunity to become financially stable and it has provided an extension of my heart to those individuals who need a massage. I am very honored to have gone through the program because it surpassed any and all of the expectations that I had. Thank you to all who supported me.
Mona Schaefer, Las Vegas Campus
10/25/2011
Before graduation, while looking full time, I successfully took & passed the national certification exam. I was able to start with my own clients shortly after licensing due to my training in the professional program. I used what I learned in business development to cultivate private clients and search for part time work. I am so glad i chose Nevada School of Massage Therapy! I am well on my way to my dream career doing what I love!
Jacob Cvetezar, Westminster Campus
10/21/2011
After just two months out of school I landed a full-time massage position at Hand and Stone Spa Cherry Creek in Denver, Colorado! The experience and education that I gained from DSMT as made me a successful professional massage therapist. I couldn't be happier!!!
Courtney Absher, Phoenix Campus
10/13/2011
I knew that I wanted to go to massage school, but I never expected to love it as much as I do. I literally go through withdrawals when I don't do a massage for a long time. I have to do it. It's my passion!
Twila Thibeault, Groton Campus
9/25/2011
Going to this school helped me to be me! I am not defined to anyone's standards but my own!!!
Rhonda Hatje, Newington Campus
9/20/2011
As a recent grad, I am not sure I can suggest a success story, but I do feel that what you get out of it, is what you put in to it. One thing that I do know that is key to success is marketing. You have to simply utilize all outlets and resources to promote yourself and your work.
Taylor Peters, Aurora Campus
9/20/2011
The in-depth anatomy and structural training offered at the Denver School of Massage Therapy made getting a job at a fitness center a piece of cake! During my interview I was asked many detailed questions about the body and it's dysfunctions. I was quizzed on many muscle groups such as the shoulder gurdle, the deep 6, and the quads. I was also given scenario's where they would describe a client who was walking or standing a particular way and I had to determine which muscle groups could be causing the problem. With the training from my Movement and Structural class and my Anatomy classes I was able to ace every question. The hiring manager was so impressed that I was offered the job that day. Within a week of working at the fitness center I was asked to train an intern who needed help with anatomy and structural. I would like to say thank you to Michel Slover for being such an amazing anatomy teacher!
Lisa Bosworth, Newington Campus
9/15/2011
I feel that CCMT is a great school which provided me with a solid education in the field of massage therapy. Without hesitation, I would recommend this school to anyone interested in this field. I feel that Cathy Marchal is an asset to CCMT; who is extremely professional and dedicated to her graduates. Cathy made my journey at CCMT more positive. Thank-you!!
Patrice Johnson, Baltimore Campus
9/13/2011
I decided to attend Baltimore School of Massage after my son was born back in november of 2008. So with a 2 week old infant I started Massage therapy and Graudated with a 3.25 grade point average. Then i started the skin care program shortly after in september also graudating the program, Now I currently work at the school in the Student Clininc for little over a year now.
Ally Krouch, Westport Campus
9/13/2011
When starting CCMT I didn't know where I wanted to go in life. I was lost and had no direction. When I entered the clinical program at CCMT I quickly realized that I am suppose to be here and that my path is to go down into a health field. During my 2 years I grew more in love with the idea of helping people. I also began to love myself and gain more and more self confidence. As my self confidence grew so did my grades and my outlook in life.
CCMT has drastically changed my life and I don't know where I would be if I didn't start the clinic program.
Holly Weiss, Phoenix Campus
9/12/2011
I was 22 going on 23 years old and working a "job" just wasn't fulfilling enough, i wanted a real career. I had many thoughts in mind but going to school for 4years... ehh i just didn't want to honestly. So once night while watching tv, i saw the commercial for ASMT and thought wow that seems like a rewarding relaxing career. The next day i called and made an appoinement to speak with the enrollment office, next i knew i had start date. I attended the night program class C-0532, it was a long challenging exicting 12months i must admit. I made many friends, learned so much about the human body. If it wasn't for the AMAZING staff at ASMT i don't think i would be writing this today. The instructors and the TA'S were simply amazing. I feel at ASMT i got the BEST education and i feel very confident applying at any bodywork job with the skills i have. Thank you to everyone at ASMT for always being there for me and believing in me when i didn't even believe in my self at times. You'll …
I was 22 going on 23 years old and working a "job" just wasn't fulfilling enough, i wanted a real career. I had many thoughts in mind but going to school for 4years... ehh i just didn't want to honestly. So once night while watching tv, i saw the commercial for ASMT and thought wow that seems like a rewarding relaxing career. The next day i called and made an appoinement to speak with the enrollment office, next i knew i had start date. I attended the night program class C-0532, it was a long challenging exicting 12months i must admit. I made many friends, learned so much about the human body. If it wasn't for the AMAZING staff at ASMT i don't think i would be writing this today. The instructors and the TA'S were simply amazing. I feel at ASMT i got the BEST education and i feel very confident applying at any bodywork job with the skills i have. Thank you to everyone at ASMT for always being there for me and believing in me when i didn't even believe in my self at times. You'll always be my second home & family !
Read More »Tren Erickson, Aurora Campus
8/31/2011
Steiner schools are awesome.
Thoua Yang, Westminster Campus
7/28/2011
I was working as a CNA for 2 years and the work was hard, filled with long hours, little pay, and my body was getting tired. I knew I needed a change and massage was something I've always wanted to try. After school was over, I automatically got hired as an intern at one of the busiest clinic in Denver, and once I was certified I was hired as a permanent CMT. I work with the greatest pain management physicians, chiropractor, physical therapists, and acupuncturist. I also started my own private practice and it keeps me busy as well. I love the fact I can control my own schedule and be more happy in my career.
Siara Sweet, Westminster Campus
7/27/2011
I got my first job at Simply Massage. I got a hands on interview right away and was hired because of my skills. I'm also building my personal LLC Sweet Massage.
Natalie Sieber, Westminster Campus
7/27/2011
DSMT was not only a great investment but provided me with a gift that I am passionate about. Its fullfilling when people look to you for help everday, not just with body work but also with questions on how to maintain and take care of thier body, and actually be able to help them. Its one of my proudest achievements in my quest to be an exceptional human being...Not much on this earth pleases me more than being able to help people with my bare hands. What a special gift
Robert Harmon, Las Vegas Campus
7/19/2011
Right now I am still studying for my National Certification, but I already foresee a brighter future because of the people I have spoken to who are accepting of massage therapy as a means of improving well-being and health. I am both proud and thankful for the knowledge I have gained at NSMT.
Jenifer Madsen, Tempe Campus
I was surprised by how much I learned in seven months. The program is designed really well, making the information fun to learn. This program helped me feel confident and prepared me for the workplace.
Essence Yarbrough-neal, Tempe Campus
The Lord has used ASMT as a turning point in my life. I hardly had the energy to sign up for the program and I had my doubts as to whether or not I would complete it. I suffered badly from depression. My awesome enrollment counselor encouraged me and spoke words of common sense and truth. I signed up and never looked back!
Joining the night class, I learned far beyond what I had imagined I would. I gained confidence and understanding through body work. It takes skill, compassion, intention, faith, knowledge, honesty, and complete awareness of who and what you are... "a Professional Massage Therapist!" You don't simply grow as a therapist, but also as a person.
Since becoming a student and subsequently a graduate of ASMT, I have opened my own successful business with a physical location. The beautiful thing is that I am finally able to see myself as the woman I always felt I was on the inside. I'm a wife, mother of two, and now a business woman able to support my …
The Lord has used ASMT as a turning point in my life. I hardly had the energy to sign up for the program and I had my doubts as to whether or not I would complete it. I suffered badly from depression. My awesome enrollment counselor encouraged me and spoke words of common sense and truth. I signed up and never looked back!
Joining the night class, I learned far beyond what I had imagined I would. I gained confidence and understanding through body work. It takes skill, compassion, intention, faith, knowledge, honesty, and complete awareness of who and what you are... "a Professional Massage Therapist!" You don't simply grow as a therapist, but also as a person.
Since becoming a student and subsequently a graduate of ASMT, I have opened my own successful business with a physical location. The beautiful thing is that I am finally able to see myself as the woman I always felt I was on the inside. I'm a wife, mother of two, and now a business woman able to support my family and provide jobs for others... All of this in a little over one year's time!
The relationships gained are priceless. The education is humbling, challenging, and on-going. My life has changed for the better — even through the rough times — and the depression has turned into more passion for life.
Read More »D0428, Tempe Campus
Thanks to massage therapy and the program I underwent at UCMT, I am headed to medical school to pursue a career in pediatric neurosurgery.
André L. Lee, Tempe Campus
I just want to start by saying what a wonderful part of my life this company has been and still is today. ASMT, UCMT, and Steiner will always have a place near and dear to my heart.
I worked in retail for more than fifteen years, ten of which were in retail management. I’ve always been told that I have a “knack” for giving massages, so I started researching schools while living in Arlington, Virginia. I came across the Virginia School of Massage and was going to visit to get more information. But because I was getting sick of the Virginia weather, I moved to Arizona in April of 2005, looking for a fresh start.
After doing more research, I came across ASMT. I visited both campuses and settled on Tempe (Joe Price and Kaylynn Atwood had a lot to do with that). I knew this was the place for me when I found out I could get paid to work on a cruise ship as a massage therapist. I needed to get my financials together (Jeanine DeTiege helped tremendously).
I started …
I just want to start by saying what a wonderful part of my life this company has been and still is today. ASMT, UCMT, and Steiner will always have a place near and dear to my heart.
I worked in retail for more than fifteen years, ten of which were in retail management. I’ve always been told that I have a “knack” for giving massages, so I started researching schools while living in Arlington, Virginia. I came across the Virginia School of Massage and was going to visit to get more information. But because I was getting sick of the Virginia weather, I moved to Arizona in April of 2005, looking for a fresh start.
After doing more research, I came across ASMT. I visited both campuses and settled on Tempe (Joe Price and Kaylynn Atwood had a lot to do with that). I knew this was the place for me when I found out I could get paid to work on a cruise ship as a massage therapist. I needed to get my financials together (Jeanine DeTiege helped tremendously).
I started in January of 2006, and I had my ten-year vision set from the start. I wanted to finish the Professional Program, go on to the Master Bodyworker Program (MBP) at UCMT - Salt Lake City, work for Steiner on a cruise ship, then work for a sports massage company, and finally run my own. I had a blast throughout the program and made life-long friends along the way. I graduated in December of 2006 and went straight to the Master Bodyworker Program in Salt Lake City for the January ’07 start. I loved it right from the start and appreciated how the courses started to blend together and make sense. It put everything I had learned up to that point in perfect perspective.
I didn’t stop there (remember my vision). Steiner was recruiting at the Salt Lake campus a week after I graduated from the MBP in March ’07, so I interviewed with some of my classmates. I was so nervous, I kept going to Career Services to make sure I had turned in everything I was supposed to for the recruitment visit. I was told that “they will know your life story by the time you interview as much as you're in here.” Anyway, I interviewed and must have made an impression because I got an email the next day, saying “Congratulations, welcome to Steiner!” I was so ecstatic, I didn’t believe it at first. I thought a roommate was playing a joke on me. IT WAS REAL. I made it.
The next few months were spent preparing to go to train in Hawai'i with Steiner. I trained from July to August of 2007 and then went to work on Norweigan Cruiselines' America’s Pride of Hawai'i. I had an absolutely amazing time there. I went through Onboard Safety Training and then to work in the spa. My first full day in the spa I worked a fourteen hour shift and performed twelve treatments (8 massages, 2 scrubs, 2 wraps). I was tired but not exhausted, so I went to the crew bar and met what are now lifelong friends. I spent six months sailing the Hawai’ian Islands. Then the unthinkable happened: the ship was relocated to the Mediterranean, and I was one of a few therapists chosen to travel with the ship!
I took the ship to Los Angeles in February ‘08, where we were in wet dock for a week. This is where the ship was reflagged from the U.S. to Bahamas to be the MS Norwegian Jade. We took the ship through the Panama Canal (amazing) to Miami. From ther,e we went TransAtlantic to Portugal and Spain. We spent two week in dry dock making the ship even more beautiful inside and out in Cadiz, Spain. Sad to say after that it was time for me to leave, but not until I had one more cruise. I got to see Italy, Greece, Croatia, and Turkey. All of this on my first contract with Steiner. Unbelievable.
When I came back to the U.S. in April, I had no idea where to start because I was in such a whirlwind. So I came up to ASMT and talked with Maria Richards and Jason Winckler in Career Services. Much to my surprise, there was an opening to work in Career Services at night. Knowing how much I had been helped, I jumped at the chance to work at ASMT. I started in June and fit right in to the “family.”
In October, the Master Bodyworker Program came to the Tempe Campus, and I was asked to work in the day to be a teaching assistant for a recent graduate who is blind. How could I say no? It was great for me to come full circle and to get a refresher, as well. The graduate and his service animal were absolutely amazing and have made a lasting impression on me.
With the beginning of a new year, I thought I was ready to enter a new phase of my vision. Except… I had just accepted a position onboard the Pride of America in Hawai’i for a second contract. I guess ship life made an impression on me. Thanks to ASMT, I have options that I never thought possible and a vision that is fast becoming a reality.
Read More »Alexis Whitehorn, Phoenix Campus
My education at ASMT gave me all the the tools I needed to be successful at a very nice day spa close to my hometown. The city I worked in was close to where one of my old friends was going to college — long story short, our new proximity lead us to start dating, and soon after get married! If it hadn't been for my education getting me that job, I wouldn't be living the life I am today!
Amy Westra-Burt, Las Vegas Campus
Since I graduated December of 2002, I received my national certification and have accompished a lot. I moved to California and initially worked for Burke Williams, a small Day spa in Riverside, California. I now work for Massage Envy. I love the work I do and love the concept of Massage Envy. I have been able to help many people feel better and I wouldn't be able to do it without my schooling from the Nevada School of Massage Therapy... Thank you so much for such a great education!
Mandy Wyatt, Aurora Campus
I graduated from UCMT - Denver School of Massage in December of 2006. In college, I could find nothing that truly inspired me or gave me a feeling of service. Even as a young girl, I was always a healer and a helper, tending to my mother when in pain with MS and Fibromyalgia. As a child, I thought a being a doctor was the one way to make her better. But doctor after doctor kept telling her they could not help her, or that the pain was in her head. I knew that medication masked her hurt but never relieved her of it. I considered working in a hospital, but after several visits, I knew I could not abide by the smell, the hours, the environment, or the negative energy often felt. I always knew that touch was more healing to a crying baby and that a mother's care gave more relief to a screaming child with a booboo. The comfort of a hand on a forehead/temple could relieve the pain of a headache.
My dream since an early age has been to nurture and help others to understand their …
I graduated from UCMT - Denver School of Massage in December of 2006. In college, I could find nothing that truly inspired me or gave me a feeling of service. Even as a young girl, I was always a healer and a helper, tending to my mother when in pain with MS and Fibromyalgia. As a child, I thought a being a doctor was the one way to make her better. But doctor after doctor kept telling her they could not help her, or that the pain was in her head. I knew that medication masked her hurt but never relieved her of it. I considered working in a hospital, but after several visits, I knew I could not abide by the smell, the hours, the environment, or the negative energy often felt. I always knew that touch was more healing to a crying baby and that a mother's care gave more relief to a screaming child with a booboo. The comfort of a hand on a forehead/temple could relieve the pain of a headache.
My dream since an early age has been to nurture and help others to understand their spirit, to allow a person to heal naturally. By pursuing training at UCMT, I have been blessed with a life I could only dream of as a child. Since my graduation, I have assisted with the openings of two Spas in Vail, Colorado, as well as serving as Lead Therapist at a new 5-star luxury hotel. I also work for an Integrative Medical Group with chiropractors/PTs/MD/Pain Med Doctors and have aided in helping everyone from Olympic/Sports athletes to professional ski/snowboard/bike racers to musicians/DJs/artists. Having experience within a clinical setting allows me to perform injury, deep tissue, trigger point, and structural integration, as well as other useful modalities like cranial sacral therapy and reiki.
I have had the opportunity to work in a world class ski destination and to learn techniques from other therapists from around the world, recently becoming educated/certified in Thai and Thai Foot Massage (not to exclude other Eastern techniques). Having the choice of moving across country to fulfill a dream of helping others to wellness has been the opportunity of a lifetime. Thank you, UCMT!
Read More »Kaylon Copus, Phoenix Campus
As I think back upon my life before I chose to attend ASMT - Phoenix, I realize that I wasn't truly living. This career has taken me to places that I couldn't have even imagined before. I have accomplished so much and am truly proud of the direction my life has taken. While in massage school, I had the opportunity to work for various chiropractors, gaining experience in the medical aspect of massage. I also spent time volunteering for cancer walks and similar events around the valley.
Shortly after graduating I became a teacher’s assistant at the massage school I was so proud to have been a part of, but that wasn't even the beginning of my success. I was soon after accepted as a massage therapist on a 5-star cruise line, working for Steiner. I was flown to London for preparation and, because of my training, was quickly sent to a cruise ship in the Mediterranean. I was lucky enough to visit some of the most prestigious locations in Europe, including Ireland, Turkey, …
As I think back upon my life before I chose to attend ASMT - Phoenix, I realize that I wasn't truly living. This career has taken me to places that I couldn't have even imagined before. I have accomplished so much and am truly proud of the direction my life has taken. While in massage school, I had the opportunity to work for various chiropractors, gaining experience in the medical aspect of massage. I also spent time volunteering for cancer walks and similar events around the valley.
Shortly after graduating I became a teacher’s assistant at the massage school I was so proud to have been a part of, but that wasn't even the beginning of my success. I was soon after accepted as a massage therapist on a 5-star cruise line, working for Steiner. I was flown to London for preparation and, because of my training, was quickly sent to a cruise ship in the Mediterranean. I was lucky enough to visit some of the most prestigious locations in Europe, including Ireland, Turkey, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Spain, and France. One day I was lying on the beach in Monte Carlo and thinking that just a year earlier, I was working a nine to five job going nowhere. I never felt so good. I was on the cruise ship for six months, every day waking up in a new country, meeting new people, and having the time of my life. Don’t get me wrong though; it was some of the hardest work I have ever done, but knowing that after work I was going to be having coffee in Sicily or be visiting the Greek ruins helped me through every day.
After leaving the cruise ship, I realized I wasn’t ready to go home, so I decided to move to the Rocky Mountains. I thought a nice winter of snowboarding in one of the most amazing resort towns in the country would be a nice addition to my travels. The money was great there, not to mention all the fun in the snow. A season soon turned to three seasons, and since then I have become the Manager/Lead Therapist of a local spa. I am in charge of 30+ employees, and I have done radio advertisements, news interviews, and TV commercials advertising massage therapy.
I was recently proud to hire a graduate of the same school I attended. In my off time, I go white water rafting, canoeing, camping, hiking, and having the time of my life. I definitely owe it all to my decision to become a massage therapist. Thank you so much, Phoenix Campus, for the influence and the start up for an amazing life.
Read More »Alan Beebe, Salt Lake City Campus
When I first started massage school, I was apprehensive about how things would work out. As I went through the program and became more knowledgeable about the body and massage therapy, however, I became excited and I loved learning and growing in every aspect of the work.
I'm now at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, and it's been a great experience. The guests that come in are extrordinary people and are a lot of fun to work on. I could not have made it this far without the education I received at UCMT. Thank you and good luck to all!
Paola Navarro, Phoenix Campus
I am very satisfied with the education I received at ASMT - Phoenix. Now I know I can heal people and help them when they need it. Choosing to pursue a career in massage therapy was the best decision I've ever made.
Grant Freeman, Phoenix Campus
When I first filled out my enrollment application, I had no idea that being a Massage Therapist would be such an enjoyable profession. When the time comes to fill out your enrollment application, be ready for a challenge, fun, and a head filled with incredibly valuable information that no one will ever take from you and few other schools teach. Signing on that dotted line at UCMT was the best decision I've ever made. Go for it!
Shari Bowers, Las Vegas Campus
I attended NSMT's Las Vegas campus. I decided to go to massage school because I had recently had knee surgery and massage had been prescribed as part of my treatment. What an amazing difference massage made. I was still using crutches when I started, but after a couple of weeks I no longer needed them. Upon graduating, I went for the Spa Track up in Salt Lake. I found the program amazingly beneficial in many aspects, one of them being the fact that I wanted the freedom to work my own hours and start my own business so I wouldn't have to work for anyone else. While there, I made a very good friend in class who had similar ideas. After graduation from the Spa program, we moved our families to Bullhead City and began work in Massage Therapy. As of a few weeks ago, we opened our own business. Healing Hands Therapeutic Center. We are located in Ft. Mohave, Arizona. This is a new and exciting time for us, and we are hoping that we do well.
Elisha Brown, Salt Lake City Campus
As a graduate of UCMT, I was very excited to start my new career. I had a rocky start, however, graduating in October of 2004 and returning to my hometown of Casper, Wyoming. I started work at a chiropractic office right away and, while I really enjoyed the work there, I eventually decided that I wanted a job outside of Wyoming. I applied for a job a the Venetian hotel in Las Vegas and was hired at a recruiting visit. On my way to my new home and job, I was hit by a semi truck driver and was unable to practice massage for five months. This was not the best of times. After recovering from my car accident, I started putting out resumes again and landed a job here in Casper working for Miller Chiropractic Center. I absolutely love it. I just wanted to say thanks to UCMT for giving the skills and determination I needed to make it in the ever growing massage field. It was a long road to get my dream job but it was all worth it.
Ryan Chapman, Tempe Campus
It had been more than two years since I finished school, and I had yet to work as a Therapist. I moved to Hawaii a year ago and finally got my license. Thinking it would be hard to get back into it with so long off, I took a wild shot and applied as a therapist over at the Hilton Hawaiian Village (nicest spa on the island of Oahu). They offered me a job on the spot working for Mandara Spa on the inter-island cruise ships. I will be sailing among the Hawaiian Islands for the next eight months, making great money and getting a day every week to play on whatever island I happen to be on. During our training I learned that they had hired a total of six therapists, four of them being UCMT graduates. The money is so good on the ship, in a matter of three months, I will have earned enough to completley pay for all my schooling. I Defintely don't regret my choice of where I went to school!
C48-1999, Salt Lake City Campus
I graduated from UCMT in the summer of 1999 and was recruited at the end of my year by a large spa in Southern California, the La Quinta resort and spa. They worked me hard for a few years, and I eventually decided to venture into new territory. I worked as a massage therapist in Mammoth Lakes, California until I went to the Guild for Structural Integration in Boulder, Colorado in 2003. I now work for an osteopath doing massage, SI and physical training while I work toward a Master's in Physical Therapy. There is always a place to start, many life changing experiences along the way — and most importantly for those who are a little older, it's NEVER too late.
Harriet McEntire, Salt Lake City Campus
I graduated in the Spring of 2002 and dove immediately into the business side of massage. I slowly watched my private practice in Park City grow while I supplemented that income with work at a chiropractic office. In the winter of 2003, I took a leap of faith, crossed my fingers and opened the Align Spa in Park City. I now have a handful of UCMT grads who have been with me since the beginning and have become like friends and family to me. Owning, operating, and working in the spa is something that has taken my education from UCMT to a whole new level! UCMT now also serves as a great resource for me in keeping my spa running smoothly with great therapists and supplies from Bodyworkmall. I'm grateful for the lessons I learned from UCMT along with the continued lessons I get daily from Align. Thanks for everything!
Autumn Miller, Salt Lake City Campus
Being a massage therapist has taken me to some amazing places, given me an outrageous income, and fulfilled my dreams of doing something that was meaningful to the world and meaningful to me. I was offered several jobs immediately after graduation and chose the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa which, at the time, was one of the top ten spas in the nation. After gaining some amazing experience and great contacts, I worked with many celebrities as their personal massage therapist.
I eventually decided that I wanted to diversify my practice and attended school in southern California for esthetics. The combination of being an esthetician and massage therapist is so fantastic. After working in Orange County's hottest spa, I went to work for a family in Aspen, Colorado as their personal massage therapist/esthetician. It's really as great as it sounds! Eventually, my clients decided to move to Arizona, but I had come to fall in love with Aspen, CO and decided to stay behind. I have since …
Being a massage therapist has taken me to some amazing places, given me an outrageous income, and fulfilled my dreams of doing something that was meaningful to the world and meaningful to me. I was offered several jobs immediately after graduation and chose the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa which, at the time, was one of the top ten spas in the nation. After gaining some amazing experience and great contacts, I worked with many celebrities as their personal massage therapist.
I eventually decided that I wanted to diversify my practice and attended school in southern California for esthetics. The combination of being an esthetician and massage therapist is so fantastic. After working in Orange County's hottest spa, I went to work for a family in Aspen, Colorado as their personal massage therapist/esthetician. It's really as great as it sounds! Eventually, my clients decided to move to Arizona, but I had come to fall in love with Aspen, CO and decided to stay behind. I have since developed an incredible private clientele and now employ four other massage therapists. I even get to fly all around the country to take working vacations all year. What a way to live! Thank you, SEG! The training I received has given me so very much.
Read More »Marie Knowlton Davis, Lindon Campus
I graduated in October '04 and found a job less than a week later. For six months, I worked at Hobble Creek Day Spa in Springville, UT, where I had the opportunity to learn raindrop therapy, manual and bio-electric lymph drainage, and to improve my hot stone massage. The first time I performed cranial-sacral therapy on a client, his bones had moved so much that after the session, his eyeglass prescription was no longer completely correct! I was also able to help people recover from auto- and construction-accidents, provide seated chair massage for corporate clients, and work on clients with chronic conditions.
Sadly, that spa closed its doors in May of 2005. I turned down two job offers at day spas in the area because I wanted to spend weekend time with my family. For a while, I took a job outside the field so I could get health insurance benefits for myself and my husband. I soon realized that working as a therapist had spoiled me for a "regular job" though, and once I …
I graduated in October '04 and found a job less than a week later. For six months, I worked at Hobble Creek Day Spa in Springville, UT, where I had the opportunity to learn raindrop therapy, manual and bio-electric lymph drainage, and to improve my hot stone massage. The first time I performed cranial-sacral therapy on a client, his bones had moved so much that after the session, his eyeglass prescription was no longer completely correct! I was also able to help people recover from auto- and construction-accidents, provide seated chair massage for corporate clients, and work on clients with chronic conditions.
Sadly, that spa closed its doors in May of 2005. I turned down two job offers at day spas in the area because I wanted to spend weekend time with my family. For a while, I took a job outside the field so I could get health insurance benefits for myself and my husband. I soon realized that working as a therapist had spoiled me for a "regular job" though, and once I started working on my co-workers and others, I realized that I was building up a private practice on the side! I went back to working in the field in September and am now contracting with Alpha Life Chiropractic in American Fork, Utah. It's very rewarding to help people get out of pain and recover from accidents.
I now know that there are plenty of jobs out there, and there is nothing as satisfying as working in the field of massage therapy! Thanks to UCMT, I have an education that prepared me to be successful in a field I love, and that will provide a good income for me and my family!
Read More »D67 and D68CT, Salt Lake City Campus
I graduated from the Salt Lake City campus in August '02 and started working for Hospice and doing out-call massage in the Salt Lake area. After a year, I moved to Lava Hot Springs, Idaho where I worked at an inn giving massages for six months. Now I'm back in my home town of Corvallis, Oregon. I've been here for a year and a half working at a salon/day spa, and it's been interesting trying to build up a clientelle; all my previous jobs were one time guests so this has presented challenges to me. I'm learning to sell myself and advertise.
I've also worked for the Oregon State Women's Basketball Team, providing Sports Massage for them (thank you Andre). Now I'm trying to start a private practice. I've been renting an office space once a month for now. I hope to one day take some continuing education classes at UCMT. Thanks for the great education!
Alisa Flores-Fierro, Phoenix Campus
Since graduating from the ASMT - Phoenix campus in March of 2004, I have been moving in leaps and bounds. I was hired by an upscale day spa a month before graduation which lead to my next job at Arrowhead Country Club Sport and fitness. In October of 2004, I began looking for a new place to hang my hat.
The day before Christmas my co-workers and I were notified that the sports club was no longer able to run a day spa. Of course we were all extremely dissapointed, but you know what they say, " As one door closes... many, many more will open!" After about three months of negotiating with the General Manager at The Village Sport and Health Club in Verrado, we came to an agreement complete with a small working contract.
I now provide home visits to the community of Verrado. I often attend, by invitation only, events at The Raven Golf Club as well as other wonderful family events at The Village. This is what it's all about! It's not a job to me — it's like a miraculous …
Since graduating from the ASMT - Phoenix campus in March of 2004, I have been moving in leaps and bounds. I was hired by an upscale day spa a month before graduation which lead to my next job at Arrowhead Country Club Sport and fitness. In October of 2004, I began looking for a new place to hang my hat.
The day before Christmas my co-workers and I were notified that the sports club was no longer able to run a day spa. Of course we were all extremely dissapointed, but you know what they say, " As one door closes... many, many more will open!" After about three months of negotiating with the General Manager at The Village Sport and Health Club in Verrado, we came to an agreement complete with a small working contract.
I now provide home visits to the community of Verrado. I often attend, by invitation only, events at The Raven Golf Club as well as other wonderful family events at The Village. This is what it's all about! It's not a job to me — it's like a miraculous gift. I feel like I have been doing this all of my life!
But wait, there's more! A few months ago, I decided to take my practice to a different level. Now I am renting a room at a local chiropractor's office as well as doing home visits in Verrado and surrounding West Valley cities. I am also a member of a West Valley spiritual group in Goodyear. As busy as I am, I always find time to get a massage once a week, and Reflexology once a month. Phew!
Thank you to all Phoenix campus staff... I LOVE my new career!
Read More »Monica Yamaguchi, Salt Lake City Campus
I started at UCMT in August of 2004 and, during my schooling, became friends with Randy. After he graduated, he moved to Nevada, but we continued to keep in close contact. Randy and I are always working on one another, and when he got a job at one of the local spas, he told his co-workers and manager about me. This piqued the manager's interest and, because she was so impressed with Randy's work and the training that he had recieved at UCMT, she trusted him and his intuition and unofficially offered me a job before I even graduated! Word about me quickly spread, and by the time I arrived in Nevada, I already had job interviews with two high-class spas!
I'm so proud of the education that Randy and I received at UCMT. We walk into job interviews knowing that we have the best training around and that we deserve the respect that we are getting. We are now both working at the Oasis Spa, and things are absolutely lovely. I never thought I would be in such a great place! Thank …
I started at UCMT in August of 2004 and, during my schooling, became friends with Randy. After he graduated, he moved to Nevada, but we continued to keep in close contact. Randy and I are always working on one another, and when he got a job at one of the local spas, he told his co-workers and manager about me. This piqued the manager's interest and, because she was so impressed with Randy's work and the training that he had recieved at UCMT, she trusted him and his intuition and unofficially offered me a job before I even graduated! Word about me quickly spread, and by the time I arrived in Nevada, I already had job interviews with two high-class spas!
I'm so proud of the education that Randy and I received at UCMT. We walk into job interviews knowing that we have the best training around and that we deserve the respect that we are getting. We are now both working at the Oasis Spa, and things are absolutely lovely. I never thought I would be in such a great place! Thank you, UCMT!
Read More »Michelle Spencer, Salt Lake City Campus
How lucky can one girl get? I not only get to receive massage, but I get to give it! I not only get to learn massage, but I get to teach it! I have a full-time private practice at which I stay very busy and am looking to expand. I am a Board Member of the AMTA Utah Chapter, and I work as a teaching assistant at UCMT. My life is GOLDEN, and I couldn't have done it without the wonderful education that UCMT provided. My experience with UCMT has been nothing but wonderful, first as a student, and now as a TA.
Kathleen Wells, Las Vegas Campus
I graduated last August, and immediately became a Classroom Manager for DV20. I loved being back in the classroom helping new students achieve their dreams. Before I applied at Elemis Spa at the Aladdin Casino, I resumed being a Classroom Manager for DV21. I started at Elemis in May 2004. I love working at the Spa as well. I continue to TA at NSMT for the Structural Integration Core. Massage has changed my life, and I love the choice I made coming into this career.
Renee Strong, Las Vegas Campus
The last time I wrote, I was working for a chiropractor doing massages in the sawmills. I have since started my own business, Classic Touch, performing in-home massages. There are several reasons I choose to do in-home massage rather than renting a room:
- Rent costs money, whether you have massages scheduled or not.
- People tend to be more relaxed in their own homes.
But for me the most important reason is that I have a hard time limiting myself to 60-minute massage. Most of my massages range around two hours, and I have three clients with whom I'm fortunate if a massage only lasts three hours. I know most of you are trying to imagine what you would do for that amount of time. I am constantly reviewing my textbooks, looking for tools to help my clients. There isn't a modality taught at the school that I haven't used, and I usually mix them up and combine several to work on my clients.
One of my clients, Mr. "X", runs three businesses, one of them which …
The last time I wrote, I was working for a chiropractor doing massages in the sawmills. I have since started my own business, Classic Touch, performing in-home massages. There are several reasons I choose to do in-home massage rather than renting a room:
- Rent costs money, whether you have massages scheduled or not.
- People tend to be more relaxed in their own homes.
But for me the most important reason is that I have a hard time limiting myself to 60-minute massage. Most of my massages range around two hours, and I have three clients with whom I'm fortunate if a massage only lasts three hours. I know most of you are trying to imagine what you would do for that amount of time. I am constantly reviewing my textbooks, looking for tools to help my clients. There isn't a modality taught at the school that I haven't used, and I usually mix them up and combine several to work on my clients.
One of my clients, Mr. "X", runs three businesses, one of them which is designing and putting in landscaping. Mr. "X" is 6'10" and weighs around 400 lbs. He is what I classify as a "Paul Bunyan" of a man. Because he lives four hours from me each way, I can only massage him every two weeks and this is one of my extended massages. I start with shiatsu for about an hour to get him relaxed, stretched and everything in alignment as much as possible, then it's off to sports massage and structural integration, then Swedish and Russian, with a little acupuncture tossed in.
I love this job; not many jobs will let me have the experiences that I have had with this one. Last year a potential client called my home, asking if I did massages in the Great Falls area. Great Falls is more than 200 miles away from my home, but we talked and he said he was a rancher and had several people who wanted massages, so it would be profitable for me. I had my husband drive me up, and from that one call I have received more business than I had in two years of pounding the streets.
I can't say enough for referrals or word of mouth; it's true what they say: it can make or break you. Mr. "Rancher" has since referred me to more than three hundred people. His son flies in from St. Louis to receive treatments, claiming that he can't find anyone in St. Louis that will give such an intensive massage. He has even started paying my plane fare to travel and massage him and his friends.
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