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Massage Therapy School
Inspiring and Educating Healers
The Pacific Northwest Massage Academy mission is to educate, inspire and serve our community through the healing power of massage therapy and bodywork.
Massage Therapy School
Our Philosophy
At PNWMA, we believe in going above and beyond expectations.
This reflects in our massage therapy training program which far exceeds accreditation requirements. Industry experts with experience in the local community serve as not only educators but as mentors during and after training to offer advice and assist with career development.
As a student of PNWMA, the above and beyond philosophy will be applied to your curriculum to bring out your healing capabilities. In the classroom and clinic hours, you’ll be readied for the challenges and growth opportunities with real world clients.
Your education as a healer does not end after graduation. We offer continuing education consistently to help graduates and other healers in our community so that we may all continue to improve our skills. We aim to be a force for quality education.
Our comprehensive program prepares students to take the national test for massage therapy (MBLEx) and apply for licensure in Washington or Oregon. We start with hands-on classes from the very beginning, including:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Pathology
- Swedish Massage
- Kinesiology
- Thai Massage
- Deep Tissue Treatment
- Cupping
- Sports Massage
- Hydrotherapy
- Hot Stone
- Aromatherapy
- Business
- Gua Sha
- Shiatsu
- …and much more!
How does the program work?
Each group of students starts the program together and attends every class as a unit. Students are expected to attend Mon-Thurs until the end of the program. Class each day is 4 hours. We have day classes which run 10am-2pm, and night classes which run 6pm-10pm.
What is the program cost?
Click here for information about our tuition costs and payment plans.
How long does the training take to complete?
The duration of the program is around 42 weeks or just under 10 months from start to finish.
Are there any prerequisites for enrollment?
Yes, prospective students should have a high school diploma or equivalent and must be 18+ at the time of enrollment.
What are class sizes like?
Our class sizes are kept small, usually between 6-10 people per group.
What textbooks are required?
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Manual Therapists 2nd Edition by Pat Archer and Lisa Nelson
- Theory & Practice of Therapeutic Massage by Mark F. Beck
- Trail Guide to the Body 6th Edition by Andrew Biel
- Mosby’s Pathology for Massage Therapists by Susan Salvo
- The Ethics of Touch 2nd Edition by Benjamin PhD & Sohnen-Moe
Do you provide job placement assistance after graduation?
Yes, we offer job placement assistance to our graduates, helping them connect with potential employers in the massage therapy field and providing resources for job searching.
What jobs are available for licensed massage therapists?
Once licensed, massage therapists can work in Spas, Wellness Centers, Chiropractic Offices, Mobile Massage, Injury and Rehab Centers, or start their own business!
Meet Our Staff
Travis Ramberg LMT
Owner and Teacher
Kinesiology, Deep Tissue Treatment, Sports Massage.
Click to see more about Travis.
Travis received his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in K-12 education at Concordia College in Portland in 1995. In 2001, he received his LMP Licensure from Cedar Mtn. School of Massage (CMCM) and went into private practice focusing on a therapeutic style of massage therapy, integrating trigger point therapy and other deep tissue modalities to help clients and athletes recover from injuries and the aches and pains of everyday life.
Travis started teaching A&P at CMCM while still in school for his massage training. In 2006 he started teaching at Evergreen Center for the Healing Arts where he became the lead instructor of the program, teaching A&P, Kinesiology, Pathology, Deep tissue and Trigger point classes, and leading staff meetings and development. He was later named head of curriculum development from 2009-2011. Travis has since taught a number of different courses at Everest College 2012-13 and at Bodymechanics School of Myotherapy and Massage from 2017-2018.
Travis comes from a family of instructors and administrators and is one of the few licensed massage therapists to have a teaching degree in the state of Washington. This has allowed him to develop a college level curriculum for a trade school environment.
Travis actively practices massage therapy with a steady stream of dedicated clients.
Nan Coover LMT
Admin and Teacher
Anatomy and Physiology, Kinesiology, Business
Ash Norris LMT
Admin and Teacher
Pathology
Alicia Jacoby LMT
Clinic Manager and Teacher
Intro to Massage, Spa
Willie Buchanan LMT
Teacher
Thai Massage
Click to see more about Willie
Willie Buchanan has been studying and practicing Traditional Thai Massage since 2004.
He has studied with David Witzer in Beaverton Oregon
Studied with Pichest Boonthome in Chiang Mai Thailand
Has received training from numerous teachers in Bangkok and Chiang Mai Thailand
He continues to learn and seek out education in Thai style bodywork.
Willie Buchanan is currently self employed at Cascade Massage and Bodywork where
He offers only Thai Massage.
His other interests are staying active by hiking, backpacking, bicycling, working out, and
making sure his dog is walked most days.
Gabe Torres LMT
Teacher
Kinesiology, Deep Tissue Treatment
Cody Gollihugh LMT
Teacher
Kinesiology, Deep Tissue Treatment
Wolf Nechtan LMT
Teacher, Clinic Supervisor
Deep Tissue Treatment
Olivia Haun LMT
Teacher
Business