The Massage School opened 16 years ago with a simple idea: Wouldn't it be great to build a massage school that taught modern massage technique, with a hands-on approach to learning, at an affordable price, and with a simple, practical, and flexible schedule? In 2001, we opened as The Amherst School of Massage Therapy in Amherst Massachusetts.
In 2005, we moved to our current location in the historic Memorial Hall of Easthampton Massachusetts. In September of 2013 we opened our Boston branch of the school at 63 Wareham St., in the South End. In October of 2016 we opened our Minnesota branch of The Massage School at 801 Front Ave., St. Paul.
In 2005, we moved to our current location in the historic Memorial Hall of Easthampton Massachusetts. In September of 2013 we opened our Boston branch of the school at 63 Wareham St., in the South End. In October of 2016 we opened our Minnesota branch of The Massage School at 801 Front Ave., St. Paul.
Services
Benefit from a Student Massage in one of our student clinics, located in Easthampton, Boston, and St. Paul. The clinic allows us to provide this exceptional education to our students at one of the lowest tuitions in the country. The clinic gives our students the practice and experience that help our graduates excel in the field.
Class sizes are limited, apply now for best chance of admission. The Massage School program in Massachusetts emphasizes hands-on learning, while adhering to the guidelines established by the Massachusetts State Board of Massage Therapy. We designed our program to produce massage therapists with excellent technical skills.
It's been over 5 years since I attended The Massage School, and 4 years since being licensed as a massage therapist, yet I still think highly of these first steps of my journey into professionally practicing and studying the healing arts. Many have asked me what massage school was like, so I am writing this to share my experiences.
Reviews (22)
Luv Resrch
Nov 05, 2021
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Jesse Miller
Jun 03, 2021
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Rachel Wahlert
May 19, 2021
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Lisa McCalla
Jun 26, 2020
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Great massages at great prices. Definitely can't beat that! Comfortable environment each batch of students are different. I have been blessed to have really good students. The overall services are great. From administrator pleasant and warm greeting to the goodbye. Very professional for a school. I do really like it there and miss the services
Deborah C.
Jan 31, 2020
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I heard about these massages from a coworker and figured I'd try it out. I left a voicemail and they called me back a day later and told me what time slots were available for the days I specified and from there I booked an appointment.
I had Rachel, who was so sweet and made sure I was comfortable the entire time, especially since it was my first time getting a real full-body massage. She made sure I was properly covered by the sheet the entire time, which made me feel comfortable since you get the massage in a room with everyone else.
For $35, it was a great experience and I'll definitely
I had Rachel, who was so sweet and made sure I was comfortable the entire time, especially since it was my first time getting a real full-body massage. She made sure I was properly covered by the sheet the entire time, which made me feel comfortable since you get the massage in a room with everyone else.
For $35, it was a great experience and I'll definitely
Heidy
Nov 07, 2019
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On 7/2 my friends and I booked a massage and were very disappointed with the service we received. I was unable to get my massage that day because I was stuck in typical Boston traffic. My friends went any way and asked if they could get a refund for my massage—the least they could say was “No” but they asked just to be sure. The man at the front desk was very rude and unprofessional and yelled at my friends. He said we had “wasted a student’s credit.” I’m sure cancellations happen all the time, but he was unprofessional to say the least. It’s disappointing that the front desk person
Maryam A.
Mar 15, 2019
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If you like getting a good massage for an affordable price in Boston, this is the place. It's a school so it's not fancy. The appointment slots are limited and you have to be diligent and promptly reply to calls/VM from the school when they call back. Everyone gets massage in the same room so if you're not comfortable sharing space with strangers maybe this place won't work. I loved my massage. Excellent service but don't expect spa service from a learning school.
Michael C.
Jan 22, 2019
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The bottom line is that you're going to get an hour massage for $30. This is a bargain as this will typically cost you $85+. From my experience, and being a Med student, it's all the same. Granted this is a school, and the therapists are training, but you still are going to have an experienced person manipulate your body. The whole point of massage is to get you into labored breathing, this activates your vagus nerve and reduces your cortisol levels. At the $30 price point, clients can incorporate good massages in their lives leading to greater well being and reduced stress.
James Bacon
Dec 31, 2018
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Annie A.
Nov 16, 2018
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This was my first time getting a massage, and I had a great experience! I called today and they had multiple times available in the afternoon and evening. They were very nice on the phone and professional in person.
Because it's a school, you're in a dark room with 15-20 other people. If you're shy about wearing just a sheet in front of other people, this might not be the best option for you. I didn't find it uncomfortable, and the room and music was really relaxing.
The masseuse was very professional and did a great job. I had a lot of tension in my muscles, and I feel
Because it's a school, you're in a dark room with 15-20 other people. If you're shy about wearing just a sheet in front of other people, this might not be the best option for you. I didn't find it uncomfortable, and the room and music was really relaxing.
The masseuse was very professional and did a great job. I had a lot of tension in my muscles, and I feel
A. K.
Jun 01, 2018
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I went there 3 times- 2 bad massages and 1 really good one. @$30+$10 (tip) per massage, i spent $120 for 3 massages, an hour long each. A massage with Song left me with a hurting neck immediately after the massage. The Massage School does not allow you to book the same student more than 3 times. Of those 3 times if the student you booked has to leave then theyll find you someone else who may be horrible.
Yes we went there because it was a "deal" but if its only a win win situation for the massage school and they don't allow to schedule with particular students then it ends up
Yes we went there because it was a "deal" but if its only a win win situation for the massage school and they don't allow to schedule with particular students then it ends up
Starr G.
Nov 25, 2017
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The process for booking a reservation was easier than I expected. Leave a voicemail and you will get a call right back. Be prepared to share the areas that you would like your massage therapist to focus on and the amount of pressure. No-frills, but just enough. Jeff was thoughtful, thorough and provided tips on the back end. I would definitely return on my next trip to town.
Helen Y.
Nov 20, 2017
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A wonderful hidden surprise in the South End of Boston! I heard about the Massage School's student clinic from a co-worker and finally as able to go yesterday. For a 1 hour full body massage, you can't beat the price of $30. My student masseuse was very nice and was able to increase her massage pressure when I told her my feedback. She was great at draping the sheet to make sure I was always covered throughout the massage. My favorite part was that the massage table was heated which is great in the winter time! The big massage room was dark with relaxing music playing which really helped
Jon Lee
Oct 23, 2017
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Tegan Kehoe
Aug 26, 2017
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Until yesterday, I really liked this place, and hoped to make it an at least monthly routine. I've had some great massages and some disappointing ones there, but that makes sense for students, and the price is right, especially since regular professional massages are out of the budget for me. However, I had a bad experience with a massage yesterday, enough so that a staff member (I believe her name was Mara) noticed and asked what she could do to help, and listened. She was great, she went above and beyond. On my way out, Scott, who runs the desk and I believe is the manager or owner, asked if
Ellen T.
Jun 21, 2017
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$30 for an hour massage? I can now afford to incorporate massage into my well-being routine sans financial guilt! I have had really amazing experiences here and love the space. Its a low-lit room with many tables and you are paired with a student before entering the space. You will be in a room with others getting massages as well, but there is NOT a teacher at the front of the room etc. You are given a sheet and disrobe in a private changing stall. It is quiet and relaxing and I am grateful for this resource in Boston.
Please note, that these -are students- and that if you have serious health
Please note, that these -are students- and that if you have serious health
Yolk O.
May 29, 2017
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This place is a hidden gem. I come whenever I can to unwind. There are some seriously good hands here that rival the best professional massages I've had. Not all the students are at that level, so you might have to try a few times before finding someone you really like. But at $30 it's affordable enough to try someone else if you don't like your first therapist. Having said that, I've never had a bad massage here and wager you won't either.
To get an appointment, call and leave a message. Don't bother coming if you are or have recently been sick or injured. I&apos
To get an appointment, call and leave a message. Don't bother coming if you are or have recently been sick or injured. I&apos
Stephanie Q.
Feb 27, 2017
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Let me share a secret with you. Boston's cheapest massage... its even cheaper than Chinatown. Its $30 for a full hour! Can't beat that price!!
You have to call to make an appointment. Usually nobody picks up but if you leave a voicemail, you will get a call back. This is not some fancy spa where you can pick a time. They have fixed times for massages so you have to be able to make it to one of the time slots.
I walked over a mile to get here from the T. The closest T stops are the orange line (Tufts Medical Center) and green line (Arlington), and its still over a one mile walk. Alternatively
You have to call to make an appointment. Usually nobody picks up but if you leave a voicemail, you will get a call back. This is not some fancy spa where you can pick a time. They have fixed times for massages so you have to be able to make it to one of the time slots.
I walked over a mile to get here from the T. The closest T stops are the orange line (Tufts Medical Center) and green line (Arlington), and its still over a one mile walk. Alternatively
Alex G.
Dec 10, 2016
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Cori F.
Oct 15, 2016
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I would go back and try again. For the price this massage was decent. This type of place totally depends on the student that you get. Warning: if you are shy you probably don't want to go to this place though. You are brought into a fitting room like stall, given a basket to place your clothes in, and given a sheet to wrap up in. You walk through a warehouse like room and lay down on a table, the student moves the sheet to cover you on the table, and your massage begins. Once the massage is over you will be brought back to the stall to change. Overall it was what I paid for and I would definitely
DodiB B.
Mar 30, 2016
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Felicity L.
Jul 12, 2015
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