Experience. Integrity. Quality.
Since 1983, BTI has been a leader in the massage and bodywork profession, and is nationally respected for its tradition of innovation and academic excellence. Those who have studied here know that the school consistently delivers high quality instruction with well-trained educators in a beautiful environment for integrative learning. It just doesn’t get any better!

Throughout the years, we have consciously chosen to operate at a small scale, so that we can provide a personal, "hand-crafted" experience that allows each student to achieve their fullest potential. This is of prime importance to us because BTI is more than a business enterprise --
it’s our life’s work. Our joy comes in witnessing students grow and deepen through their time at
BTI, and then going out into their communities and sharing their skills, knowledge and awareness
in so many ways.

Our slogan, Learning that Changes Lives, describes this wonderful process of personal and professional transformation. Whether you come to BTI for a one-day introductory workshop, a
year-long career training in massage therapy, or continuing education in specialized modalities,
you will receive new information and insights that will enrich your life, AND the lives of those you touch.

To discover more about BTI and the people who make it a very special place for learning, please check out these links:

Accreditation and Approvals | School History | Co-Directors | Faculty and Staff | BTI Video

A World of Difference
When BTI first opened its doors, there were fewer than 100 massage schools in the entire country. Today, there are at least 1500 institutions providing massage training -- and programs seem to be popping up like mushrooms after a spring rain. With so many choices, how can you tell one from another?

In the marketplace, quality is generally obvious. For example, if you’re looking for a watch, there’s a clear difference between a Timex and a Rolex. One is mass-produced, provides the basic function of telling time, and has a limited lifespan. The other is hand-crafted of the highest quality materials, runs with incredible accuracy, gives greater enjoyment to the wearer, and is designed to last a lifetime. This world of difference also exists in massage education!

Making Your Choice
If you are searching for a quality massage school, there are relatively few choices in today’s educational marketplace. As you are considering the Body Therapy Institute -- as well as other institutions -- we encourage you to ask the following questions that will help you find a school that meets your needs:

• How long has the school been offering massage therapy training?
• Is the school owned locally, or by another entity?
• Does the institution focus solely on massage and bodywork therapy, or does it offer other kinds of vocational training programs?
• Who directs the school, what are their qualifications, and how long have they been in that job?
• What is the school’s educational philosophy and approach?
• How is the curriculum designed and delivered?
• What teacher training, professional qualifications and experience do the instructional staff have?
• What is the minimum student-teacher ratio in the classroom?
• Does the school screen its applicants?
• What is the average age and educational background of the student body?
• On average, how many students drop out of each class?
• What is the pass rate of the school’s graduates on the National Certification Examination?
• What percentage of graduates are successful in achieving their career goals?
• How does the school support its students and graduates?
• What do employers of massage therapists in your area have to say about graduates of the school?
• Does the school actively promote massage therapy to the community?

About this Website
Our website is designed to both inform and inspire. As we believe in "truth in advertising," all the images on this site are of our actual facility, and the students and graduates who have studied with us. No stock photos or virtual reality here. While we are happy to utilize the most modern technologies available to communicate our message to you, the day-to-day experience at BTI is rather classical in its nature and pace.

It is this "blending of the worlds" that characterizes our school, as we endeavor to balance the scientific with the spiritual... the intellectual with the intuitive... and the technical with the artistic.
We invite you to join us for a fascinating and rewarding journey.

Accreditation and Approvals | School History
Co-Directors | Faculty and Staff | BTI Video