North Carolina State Massage Championship

02/09/2026

🌟 Judges Spotlight 🌟

We are excited to kick off our Judges Spotlight by recognizing our Head Judge, Theresa Hensley!

Theresa brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and professionalism to the North Carolina State Massage Championship. In addition to serving as our Head Judge, she is also the Director of the Michigan Massage Championship, giving her a unique and well-rounded perspective on both competition and leadership within the massage community.

Her dedication to the massage profession and commitment to upholding the highest standards of excellence make her an invaluable part of our judging panel. With a keen eye for technique, flow, and client-centered care, competitors can trust that they are being evaluated with fairness, integrity, and deep respect for the craft.

We are honored to have Theresa Hensley leading our judges for the 2026 North Carolina State Massage Championship. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome and a big thank you for her continued leadership and service to our industry! 👏💆‍♀️✨

02/08/2026

🌟 Competitor Spotlight 🌟

We are proud to introduce our first competitor for the 2026 North Carolina State Massage Championship — please join us in giving a warm welcome to Ashley Dawes , owner of Essence Day Spa in Myrtle Beach, SC!

She will be showcasing her skills in both the Facial Massage and Barefoot Massage categories, bringing her passion, experience, and dedication to the competition floor.

Let’s show Ashley some love and encouragement as she prepares for another incredible championship experience! 👏

02/07/2026

We are excited to officially welcome Modesty Essentials, producer of the innovative Modesty Massage Wrap, as a Pro Sponsor and donor for the upcoming North Carolina State Massage Championship! 🙌

Their commitment to professionalism, client comfort, and elevating the massage experience aligns perfectly with our mission to support and empower the massage and bodywork community. The Modesty Massage Wrap has become a favorite among therapists for providing confidence, coverage, and ease during sessions — and we are honored to have their support at this year’s event.

Thank you, Modesty Essentials, for helping us bring education, connection, and inspiration to therapists from across the state and beyond! 💙

North Carolina State Massage Championship
📅 April 20th–23rd, 2026
📍 Lincolnton, North Carolina

Registration Form:
https://pci.jotform.com/form/252944274518060

02/06/2026

📣 Calling All North Carolina CE Providers!

Hello! I am Ash Wirth ,Co-Director of the NC State Massage Championship, happening April 20th–23rd, 2026 in Lincolnton, North Carolina. We are currently looking for Continuing Education providers who would like to support this exciting event by donating a CE course for our raffle drawing during the championship.

This is a wonderful opportunity to promote your classes while helping support an event that brings the massage community together to educate, inspire, and elevate therapists across our state.

✨ Ways to get involved:
✔️ Donate a CE course for our raffle
✔️ Advertise your upcoming classes by adding literature to our contestant swag bags

If you’re interested, please send me a message here or email us at thencsmc@gmail.com. We would love to collaborate with you!

02/04/2026

🔥 Only 72 Days to Go! 🔥

The countdown is ON — in just 72 days, competitors will take the floor at the 4th Annual North Carolina State Massage Championship! 💆‍♀️🏆

Have you registered yet? This is your chance to showcase your skills, connect with the massage & bodywork community, and be part of an unforgettable event.

Not sure which category to compete in? We’ve got something for everyone: Swedish, Thai, Sports/Deep Tissue, Eastern Freestyle, Western Freestyle, Wellness, Facial, Barefoot Bodywork, Clinical, and Chair Massage. Step outside your comfort zone or shine in your specialty!

👉 Secure your spot today and join us April 20th–23rd, 2026 in Lincolnton, NC.

Registration Form: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252944274518060

Sponsorship Form:
https://pci.jotform.com/form/252953580576064

We can’t wait to see you on the competition floor!

02/01/2026

🌟 VIP Sponsor Spotlight 🌟

We are thrilled to shine the spotlight on Water Horse Custom Prints, a VIP Sponsor of the 2026 NC State Massage Championship! 🎉

Water Horse Custom Prints is known for bringing creativity to life with high-quality, custom printing that helps businesses and events stand out. Their support plays a huge role in helping us elevate the championship experience for competitors, judges, and attendees alike.

📅 Join us April 20th–23rd, 2026 as we gather for the NC State Massage Championship, and help us give a BIG thank you to Water Horse Custom Prints for their generosity and commitment to the massage and bodywork community.

👏 Please like, follow, and support the businesses that support our profession!

Facebook www.facebook.com/people/Water-Horse-Custom-Prints/100092611327800

Instagram www.instagram.com/water_horse_prints?igsh=Njd1Yno1dmJrbXcx&utm_source=qr

YouTube www.youtube.com/channel/UCxozNoHpUxpbFrJDZAlg-Bw

TikTok www.tiktok.com/.horse.prints

Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-sears-4a4932117/

01/31/2026

We are happy to partner with Good Massage Gone Bad as a CE provider for the 4th Annual NCSMC on April, 23rd from 8am-12pm. Sign up for the class by following the link below.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/good-massage-gone-bad-at-the-4th-annual-nc-massage-championship-tickets-1982076578402?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile

Good massage gone bad is proud to be part of the 4th annual NC massage championship! (Link in comments) check them out support your fellow therapists and get some ce’s too!

01/31/2026

We would like to extend a huge thank you to AYK Properties for their VIP Sponsorship of the 4th Annual NC State Massage Championship! 🌟

Your support helps elevate this event and directly supports the massage and bodywork community we’re so proud of. We’re grateful to have you as part of this year’s championship—thank you for investing in excellence! 🙌

01/26/2026

✨ Special Announcement for the 2026 NC State Massage Championship! ✨

We’re thrilled to introduce Morgan Kylia of the Massage Brain Podcast—our official Social Media Guru for the 2026 NC State Massage Championship! 🎉

During the Championship, Morgan will be on site bringing you live feeds, behind-the-scenes moments, competitor highlights, and real-time excitement straight from the event floor. If you can’t be there in person, she’s making sure you don’t miss a thing! 📲🔥

We’re beyond excited to have Morgan joining us and helping share the energy, talent, and heart of the NC State Massage Championship with the world.

Welcome to the team, Morgan! 💆‍♀️🏆

01/26/2026

We would like to thank Harrison and Associates, CPA, PA for their sponsorship of the 2026 NC State Massage Championships. Your support truly means a lot and helps make this event possible for our massage and bodywork community. We are incredibly grateful!

01/19/2026

✨ Sponsor Spotlight & Big Thank You! ✨

We are excited to officially introduce and thank our first sponsor for the 2026 North Carolina State Massage Championship — Living Sabai out of Asheville, North Carolina!

Living Sabai’s support helps elevate this championship and the massage professionals who pour their passion, skill, and heart into this industry. We are incredibly grateful for their belief in our mission and their commitment to supporting the massage therapy community.

Please join us in showing some love and appreciation to Living Sabai for being the first to step up for 2026. We’re proud to have you as part of the NCSMC family! 💙🙌

01/14/2026

Big thanks to John Sanders, Shamaya Chah, Mike Hinkle, Blanca Castorena, Dave Rynne, Shawn D. Stewart, Daniel Nowo, Josh Kempton, Scot Hagen

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!