Sarasota School of Massage Therapy

https://www.sarasotaschoolofmassagetherapy.edu/continuing-education/

Congratulations to SSMT graduate, Dawn Tansill! She won GOLD for best massage therapist in SRQ Magazine’s annual “Best of SRQ” competition!

The “Excellence in Education” Award was designed to highlight the best-in-class massage therapy schools in the nation. The top schools were selected based on the following criteria: educational program, curriculum, level of student and graduate support, involvement within the industry, graduate feedback, additional outstanding achievements and recognition from accrediting agencies and industry associations.

The awards were presented to four schools at Massage Envy Spa’s annual conference in Nashville in front of thousands of attendees. 🏆🥳🌟

Imagine owning and operating your own day spa on Siesta Key. 🏝️☀️
SSMT Graduate, Nicole Certain, is living the dream. 💫
Congratulations on your new venture Nicole!

Hello, and welcome! My name is Nicole Certain and I am the proud new owner of Hands of Light Massage and Day Spa. With nine years of experience as a massage therapist specializing in therapeutic and rehabilitative techniques, I am dedicated to enhancing the day-to-day quality of life for both athletes and non-athletes alike.

Hands of Light Massage and Day Spa has been a beloved establishment in the community for the past 34 years, and I am honored to continue its legacy of excellence. Nestled in the heart of Siesta Village, our bungalow spa is the perfect oasis for relaxation. Our mission is to provide continued top-quality massage and facial services to all who walk through our doors.

Open seven days a week from 9 AM to 9 PM, our team of therapists boasts over 100 years of combined experience and expertise. With a focus on personalized care and attention to detail, we are committed to helping our clients achieve optimal wellness and relaxation.

Join us at Hands of Light Massage and Day Spa on Siesta Key for an unforgettable experience where healing hands and serene surroundings unite to rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit.
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I committed to study at Sarasota School of Massage Therapy 10 years ago and as of the fall of 2023 I have finally stepped fully into being a LMT buisness owner here in St. Petersburg. The training I received from the instructors there prepared me for this new adventure and I am so grateful that I said YES to the opportunity to train and learn at Sarasota School of Massage Therapy. Everyday I work with clients is another opportunity to be of service and help each client create a life of ease and flow that works for them. Thank you Sarasota School of Massage Therapy. — feeling thankful.

Jay Pointdexter, LMT, SSMT Class 222

Sarasota School of Massage Therapy
(located at 5899 Whitfield Avenue, Suite 300, Sarasota FL 34243) is applying for reaffirmation of accreditation with the
Commission of the Council on Occupational Education.

Persons wishing to make comments should either write to:
Executive Director of the Commission,
Council on Occupational Education
7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta, Georgia 30350

or submit their comments through the Council’s website
www.council.org

Persons making comments must provide their names and mailing
addresses.

The 2024-25 FAFSA Form is now available! See if you qualify for a Pell Grant, Student Loan, or an SSMT Scholarship 💸

Federal Student Aid

SSMT Graduate, Josie Torres, LMT is living the dream. ✨
Imagine this being your office ☀️🏝️

Upgrade your beach day✨
With salty air, expert touch, and rejuvenated mind and body🫶

📲For massage booking, click on the link in the bio or DM us

Massage Therapy is a rewarding career that’s in HIGH demand in 2024. Contact us for personalized, caring assistance while you explore your possibilities in massage therapy.
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Sarasota School of Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy School Since 1978, in various locations, under various stewardship, it has been assembling an inspiring faculty, crafting a phenomenal curriculum, and training successful professionals.

If you’re in the neighborhood, stop by, say hi, and pick up an SSMT hoodie for yourself and some student clinic gift certificates for your loved ones 🎁

“If I could go back in time and tell myself to trust the process the first time around, I would’ve.
I signed up to SSMT 3x and finally completed the program in 2018! I was so nervous and didn’t have faith on what could come of this. But looking back, that’s what makes my journey mean so much to me now. I have such a deep appreciation for the staff and the program. I honestly would sign up and do it all over again! I always wanted to care for others, work for myself, and have a healthy work life balance and didn’t know how to accomplish that. SSMT helped me set the trajectory for what now would be my life’s purpose, my happiness.
I absolutely love being a massage therapist. We LMTs are humanitarians, and being of service to others is such an honor. I’m living my dreams, moved out to Colorado & am working for myself. If you’re considering if a career in massage therapy is right for you, please give it a try! I learned so much about myself throughout this program and I am so grateful to have trusted the process!”

- Kathy Martinez, LMT
SSMT Graduate, Class 263

Sarasota School of Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy School Since 1978, in various locations, under various stewardship, it has been assembling an inspiring faculty, crafting a phenomenal curriculum, and training successful professionals.

Check out SSMT Graduate, Alex Quigley, on the Suncoast View 🤩

Stress relief through massage at Therapeutic Feels | Suncoast View (Nov. 16, 2023)

Invest in yourself and become a licensed massage therapist 2024 🙌
Classes begin in January!
Click the link below to apply for grants, loans, and the SSMT scholarship through FAFSA 💸

Federal Student Aid

Holiday shopping? Give the gift of relaxation. Call or stop by for massage therapy gift certificates for your loved ones.

Bragging on this SSMT Graduate 🤩Congratulations Sarah!

Massage is health care 🙌

Prevention is everything

Your future is in YOUR hands 🙌

We truly have the best sunsets, don’t we?

"Walking on a dream. How can I explain?"

Sunset reflections at Siesta Key beach in Sarasota, FL

📷: Dylan Jon Wade Cox

#15 - Massage School is Fun

16 Reasons Why Massage Therapy is a Great Career - MBLExGuide If you have a passion for health and wellness and are looking for a new career in 2023, then massage therapy is a great choice. Massage therapists are in high demand in a fast-growing job market. They have good income potential, flexible hours, and enjoy a rewarding low-stress career.

Do you know SSMT accepts Financial Aid? This can include grants, scholarships, and student loans.

To see if you qualify, click the link below to fill out a 2023-2024 FAFSA.

Want a little extra help? Text FAFSA to 941-730-8890 we’ll will send you a simple guide to filling out your financial aid application and offer personalized assistance.

Federal Student Aid

Florida LMTs, it's renewal year! Are you ready? Check out Continuing Education Classes being offered at SSMT. Some of these classes fill up fast, so sign up early with easy online registration.

Sarasota School of Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy School Since 1978, in various locations, under various stewardship, it has been assembling an inspiring faculty, crafting a phenomenal curriculum, and training successful professionals.

Do you know SSMT sells massage supplies? Lubricants, linens, essential oils, table accessories and more 🤩
Stop by or contact the front desk to inquire about your favorite products.
941-957-0577

Check out this cozy space!
Micheal Fox graduated from SSMT with class 248 and then moved to North Carolina to build his massage practice. The training provided at SSMT allows our graduates to get licensed in most states and we are absolutely honored when we see our alumni taking their talent and success nationwide. 🤩

Imagine receiving a cozy massage next to this fireplace during a foggy rain storm…

It is often said that SSMT’s graduates bring an intangible quality to their work. You might not be able to put your finger on why, but you just “know” from the moment they lay their hands on you that this massage is going to be special.

It's true our alumni are grounded, mindful and intentional in a way that sets them apart from other massage therapists. And it’s no accident. Present-Centered Awareness is a course woven into SSMT’s massage therapy program that is designed to awaken, to transform, and to increase our student's sensitivity to themselves and others.

“One of my favorite things about being a massage therapist is the relieved look on my client's face after they've gotten off the table and symptoms they’ve been suffering from have subsided.

I love receiving text messages calling me "a magician" or "massage queen" or "healing hands and energy".

When you connect with people and listen to what they need, you both recieve a gift! I LOVE WHAT I DO!”

Sarah Asher
SSMT Graduate, Class 277