American Massage Therapy AssociationReviews of amtamassage.org

Great organization!

I probably don’t take advantage of the Resourses offered. I do skip many therapist direct articles because they are not very Interesting to me. I have been in the business for almost 40 years and I think the requirements taught In massage are under taught for the power I see LMT’s think they have from lack of palpation skills to power tools. The CEU’s are a requirement and necessary. I have only experienced one 3 day class that when I walked out I said I learned one thing that I can add to my library of hands on. That is an extreme rare occasion. That was also 2010. I also would love for the AMTA to address the state for LMT’s licensed for many years also called old school to have something that like if they have been practicing and licensed for 25+ years that no more CEU’s are required or if older than 65. When I find a class that teaches something of value and interesting I will take the class. I also believe what is being taught in schools which I hear are state requirements is not enough. Lack of enough education is dangerous for patients/clients and injury will follow. Getting a 2 year degree and taught more of the sciences and hands on will benefits everyone involved.

I have been overwhelming pleased with the services provided by AMTA. From the classes to the product discounts to the efficient phone and email responses from customer service. The only reason I did not give 5 stars is due to the last two years I stopped receiving my package in the mail with my certificate and wallet size certificate. It is possible this is no longer a feature however I displayed my membership proudly. I’m looking forward to the continued amazing support from this association!

I've been a member of AMTA for 19 years having joined as a student. I find the quality of people, the interaction with local members and the access to information for myself, my clients and to educate other healthcare providers on massage is very valuable and makes being a massage therapist a well-rounded experience. The solitude of practice can sometimes be daunting to an outgoing type. The interaction with local members and then meeting people from all over the country by getting involved with AMTA and attending convention has been awesome. I love that it is a member driven organization (for those who get involved, who volunteer, who complete surveys, etc.). For me, I found that AMTA has been responsive and ahead of the curve on most issues related to private practice, group practice and the massage industry. Their leadership on tough issues like human and sex trafficing, including massage in the healthcare realm of services, etc is great.

Love it when they had all the CEUs to choose from for the Ohio Chapter meeting in Mansfield, OH a few years ago. Super convenient and a good central location. Quality classes.

I am grateful for the benefits AMTA offers. User friendly website, friendly and knowledgable customer service and reasonable prices for CEU's. My only concern is, why do most of the national conferences happen back East? I think we are deprived in the West. Thank you for giving us a chance to rate the association and hope something will be done about the concerns.

Great value, not for profit, chapter meetings, educational opportunities

The organization as a whole is excellent, with the supports offered to therapists and assisting with positive legislation to protect not only the therapists but their clients. I just wish the 'local' offerings were not so far for me to travel in my state to participate.