There is no shortage of massage therapy schools in Arizona to choose from. You can browse some of the top schools in the list below, or search in the box to find the schools nearest to you.
Arizona is a beautiful state with great weather almost all year, lots of outdoors activities, popular tourist locations, and plenty of scope for starting a massage business or working as a self-employed therapist.
Just enter your ZIP code below to find the schools nearest to you where you can train to become a licensed massage therapist:
Massage Therapy Schools in Arizona
Below is a list of the top massage therapy schools in Arizona. It’s not an exhaustive list, so type your ZIP code in the search box above to find an up-to-date list of the schools nearest to you.
There are schools in most of the major cities in Arizona, like Phoenix, Tucson, Glendale, Scottsdale, Tempe, Flagstaff, Mesa, and more.
Cortiva Institute – Scottsdale
Scottsdale, AZ, USA.
+1 480-945-9461
Website – cortiva.com
Arizona School of Massage Therapy – Tempe
Tempe, AZ, USA.
+1 480-983-2222
Website – arizonasmt.com
Arizona School of Massage Therapy – Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ, USA.
+1 602-331-4325
Website – arizonasmt.com
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts
Tempe, AZ, USA.
+1 480-994-9244
Website – swiha.edu
Cortiva Institute – Tucson
Tuscon, AZ, USA.
+1 520-407-5160
Website – cortiva.com
Sedona School of Massage
Sedona, AZ, USA.
+1 928-284-3693
Website – sedona-school-of-massage.com
Phoenix College Therapeutic Massage Program
Phoenix, AZ, USA.
+1 602-285-7649
Website – phoenixcollege.edu
ASIS Massage Education – Flagstaff
Flagstaff, AZ, USA.
+1 928-226-1400
Website – asismassage.edu
ASIS Massage Education – Tuscon
Tuscon, AZ, USA.
+1 520-343-0338
Website – asismassage.edu
ASIS Massage Education – Prescott
Prescott, AZ, USA.
+1 928-717-2747
Website – asismassage.edu
ASIS Massage Education – Mesa
Mesa, AZ, USA.
+1 602-833-6500
Website – asismassage.edu
Charles of Italy Massage Therapy College
Lake Havasu City, AZ, USA.
+1 928-453-6666
Website – charlesofitaly.edu
Healing Arts Connection Continuing Education
Phoenix, AZ, USA.
+1 623-215-7988
Website – alternativehealingconnection.com
School of Japanese Healing Arts
Phoenix, AZ, USA.
+1 602-730-6432
Website – sojha.net
Encore Massage Education
Scottsdale, AZ, USA.
+1 480-639-3234
Website – encoremassageeducation.com
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Schooling and Licensing Requirements in Arizona
Licensing requirements vary from state to state. It’s always a good idea to check with the State Board of Massage Therapy if you have any questions (contact details below).
As a brief overview of how to become a massage therapist in Arizona you need to complete the following:
- 700 hours of education from one of the State licensed schools
- 250 experience with hands-on massage work
- Passing the licensing exam
A tip here, once you’ve selected a school you want to study at just run through these points with them to make sure they’ll support you and help you take all the steps to getting your license.
Additional licensing and certification requirements:
- A high school diploma or equivalent to qualify for a massage therapy program
- 125 hours working with clients
- You must pass the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork exam
- Hold a valid US identification
You can find out additional information, apply and pay online via the State of Arizona Board of Massage Therapy website below.
State of Arizona Board of Massage Therapy Contact Details
The Board of Massage Therapy is there to answer any questions you have regarding schooling and becoming a qualified massage therapist in the state of Arizona.
Their contact details are as follows:
Arizona Board of Massage Therapy
Phoenix, AZ, USA.
+1 602-542-8604
Website – massagetherapy.az.gov
Why Choose Arizona for Massage Therapy Schooling?
Arizona is a state with the perfect blend of quiet hiking trails and outdoor activities, and bustling, busy city, and nightlife.
It is, of course, famous for the Grand Canyon among other historic landmarks. The climate is warm for the most part, so it’s a popular choice for sun lovers.
From a business standpoint, with outdoor activities being so popular and huge tourist numbers it’s an excellent place to start a massage business.
With a smart business plan and all the right intentions, you can work as either a self-employed massage therapist or run a successful business.
Check out the top massage therapy schools in Arizona listed above and enter your ZIP code into the school finder to find the nearest available location.
I’m a MA, (CMT) Certified Massage Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), and Reiki Master — I’m a licensed massage therapist with over 10 years of experience in the industry.