Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts & Sciences

Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts & Sciences The Blue Heron Academy offers a wide variety of classes from Medical Massage, Personal Training, to Does this interest you?

Blue Heron Academy is dedicated to uplifting and positively promoting the image of natural and alternative healthcare and to providing motivated students the opportunity to vastly improve their career and their life. Dedicated to Improving Your Career

I am Dr. Greg Lawton, founder, and I want to welcome you to Blue Heron Academy. At Blue Heron Academy (BHA), we help you to change not only your career but also your lifestyle and that of others, through a variety of holistic programs in medical massage therapy, sports science, nutrition, chiropractic training, and natural healthcare. Why Choose Blue Heron Academy?


-Our programs are designed for working adults like yourself. We offer both day and evening classes to work around your schedule. Thousands of successful graduates have trained with us since 1980.
-Professional staff and instructors focused on helping you and your future.
-At Blue Heron Academy, our small class sizes mean you won't get lost in the crowd.
-You'll learn through a series of lectures and "hands-on" lab assignments. Breadth and depth of education, at affordable prices. Our programs are comprehensive, and offer you outstanding value for your money.
-Financial Assistance: Our financial manager can provide a wide range of easy, low cost options to pay for your education.
-Job Placement Assistance: Our career counselors are committed to help you ensure that your education leads to a new and rewarding career.
-Blue Heron Academy is licensed by the State of Michigan in Post Secondary Education.
-Working together, we can improve your career and your life

02/06/2026
02/06/2026

Train for a Career in Holistic Health Care Coaching.

The Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences offers entry-level Holistic Health Care Life Coach training with realistic class schedules and affordable tuition for adult learners interested in natural health and personal transformation.

Students receive hands-on instruction in Western herbal medicine, holistic nutrition, lifestyle assessment, and life-coaching consulting skills, preparing them to guide individuals toward healthier habits, informed choices, and sustainable change.

This program is ideal for anyone interested in holistic health, natural wellness, personal growth, and supporting others through education and coaching.

Classes are forming now.

Call 616-285-9999 or visit blueheronacademy.com

The Blue Heron Academy — A Different Kind of School.

02/05/2026

Start a Career in Phlebotomy.

The Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences offers fast-track Phlebotomy Technician training with realistic class schedules and affordable tuition for adult learners ready to enter the health care workforce.

Students receive hands-on training in venipuncture, capillary collection, specimen handling, safety protocols, and patient interaction, preparing them to work confidently in clinical and laboratory settings.

This program is ideal for individuals interested in health care, patient care, medical support roles, and rapid entry into a clinical career.

Classes are forming now.

Call 616-285-9999 or visit blueheronacademy.com

The Blue Heron Academy — A Different Kind of School.

02/05/2026

Train for a Career in Medical Massage Therapy.

The Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences offers fast-track Medical Massage Therapy training with realistic schedules and affordable tuition designed for adult learners entering health care.

Students receive intensive hands-on training in clinical assessment, pathology-based massage therapy, myofascial and neuromuscular techniques, injury recovery, and pain management protocols used in real medical settings.

This program is ideal for individuals interested in working with pain conditions, post-injury rehabilitation, chronic illness support, and therapeutic patient care.

Classes are forming now.

Call 616-285-9999 or visit blueheronacademy.com

You can’t learn this online.

The Blue Heron Academy — A Different Kind of School.

02/04/2026

Turn Your Passion for Fitness into a Career.

The Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences offers fast-track Personal Training certification with realistic class schedules and affordable tuition for adult learners ready to make a meaningful career move.

Students receive hands-on training in strength training, functional movement, injury prevention, exercise programming, and client-centered coaching, preparing them to work confidently with real people in real-world fitness settings.

This program is ideal for individuals interested in fitness, wellness, rehabilitation support, and performance training.

Classes are forming now.

Call 616-285-9999 or visit blueheronacademy.com

You can’t learn this online.

The Blue Heron Academy — A Different Kind of School.

Turn Your Passion for Fitness into a Career.The Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences offers fast-track Perso...
02/04/2026

Turn Your Passion for Fitness into a Career.

The Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences offers fast-track Personal Training certification with realistic class schedules and affordable tuition for adult learners ready to make a meaningful career move.

Students receive hands-on training in strength training, functional movement, injury prevention, exercise programming, and client-centered coaching, preparing them to work confidently with real people in real-world fitness settings.

This program is ideal for individuals interested in fitness, wellness, rehabilitation support, and performance training.

Classes are forming now.

Call 616-285-9999 or visit blueheronacademy.com
You can’t learn this online.

The Blue Heron Academy — A Different Kind of School.

Blue Heron Academy massage therapy, personal fitness and holistic health school provides healthcare career training in grand rapids michigan

Blue Heron Academy is hosting a Food Drive for Boston Square Community Pantry from January 26th, 2026 – February 16th, 2...
02/04/2026

Blue Heron Academy is hosting a Food Drive for Boston Square Community Pantry from January 26th, 2026 – February 16th, 2026!

Help support local families in need and receive a massage as our thank you.

🧴 Donate 3 personal hygiene items, diapers, or baby formula
➡️ Get a FREE 60-Minute Massage Coupon
🥫 Donate 3 non-perishable food items
➡️ Get a FREE 30-Minute Student Massage

Every donation makes a difference in our community — and we’re so grateful for your support.
📍 Drop off donations at Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts & Sciences
2040 Raybrook St SE #104
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Give a little. Relax a lot. Help a family.
Student clinic services only. Appointment required. One per person.

02/03/2026

Turn Your Hands-On Healing Skills into a Massage Career.

The Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences offers fast-track Medical Massage Therapy training with realistic class schedules and affordable tuition for adult learners ready to enter clinical practice.

Students receive hands-on instruction in pathology-based assessment, therapeutic massage techniques, myofascial and neuromuscular therapy, injury recovery, and pain-management protocols, preparing them to work confidently with real patients in real clinical settings.

This program is ideal for individuals interested in health care, rehabilitation support, pain management, clinical bodywork, and therapeutic service to others.

Classes are forming now. Call 616-285-9999 or visit blueheronacademy.com
The Blue Heron Academy — A Different Kind of School.

Continuing Education Master Classes for 2026
02/03/2026

Continuing Education Master Classes for 2026

Email from American Health Source, Inc. Live Master Classes Continuing Education That Respects Your Time, Your Intelligence, and Your Profession 📅 UPCOMING FASTTRACK WORKSHOPS at this link - American

02/03/2026

Learn Medical Massage Therapy the Right Way.

The Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences provides fast-track Medical Massage Therapy education grounded in anatomy, pathology, and evidence-informed manual therapy.

Students receive hands-on training in assessment, therapeutic massage techniques, neuromuscular and fascial work, injury recovery, and clinical documentation, preparing them for professional practice in medical and therapeutic settings.

This program is ideal for individuals seeking a serious, skills-based education in massage therapy with a clinical focus.

Classes are forming now.

Call 616-285-9999 or visit blueheronacademy.com

You can’t learn this online.

The Blue Heron Academy — A Different Kind of School.

Turn Your Hands-On Healing Skills Into a Medical Career. The Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences offers fast...
02/03/2026

Turn Your Hands-On Healing Skills Into a Medical Career.

The Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts and Sciences offers fast-track Medical Massage Therapy training with realistic class schedules and affordable tuition for adult learners ready to enter clinical practice.

Students receive hands-on instruction in pathology-based assessment, therapeutic massage techniques, myofascial and neuromuscular therapy, injury recovery, and pain-management protocols, preparing them to work confidently with real patients in real clinical settings.

This program is ideal for individuals interested in health care, rehabilitation support, pain management, clinical bodywork, and therapeutic service to others.

Classes are forming now. Call 616-285-9999 or visit blueheronacademy.com

The Blue Heron Academy — A Different Kind of School.

Blue Heron Academy massage therapy, personal fitness and holistic health school provides healthcare career training in grand rapids michigan

FastTrack Workshops are focused, hands-on master classes built for working clinicians who want practical skills they can...
02/03/2026

FastTrack Workshops are focused, hands-on master classes built for working clinicians who want practical skills they can use immediately. These one-day trainings cut through theory overload and concentrate on clinical reasoning, manual techniques, and real-world application.

FastTrack Master Classes | Feb–Mar 2026
Hands-on clinical training for massage therapists & healthcare professionals.

✔ Lymphedema Therapy & Certification – 2/23
✔ Post-Surgical Scar Remediation – 3/23
✔ Scoliosis Correction & Postural Balance – 3/2
✔ Thoracic & Rib Cage Mobilization – 3/16
✔ Dynamic Table Stretching & Kinesio Taping – 3/30

🕘 9 AM – 4 PM
🎓 NCBTMB Approved
💲 $99 per class

All FastTrack workshops are taught by Dr. Gregory T. Lawton, a nationally recognized educator with more than five decades of experience in chiropractic, naturopathy, acupuncture, naprapathy, and clinical manual therapy. His teaching emphasizes practical clinical reasoning, hands-on skill development, and real-world application.

Register now:
👉 https://americanhealthsource.org/seminars.htm

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2040 Raybrook Street SE, Ste 104
Grand Rapids, MI
49546

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

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(616) 285-9999

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Blue Heron Academy is dedicated to uplifting and positively promoting the image of natural and alternative healthcare and to providing motivated students the opportunity to vastly improve their career and their life. Does this interest you? Dedicated to Improving Your Career I am Dr. Greg Lawton, founder, and I want to welcome you to Blue Heron Academy. At Blue Heron Academy (BHA), we help you to change not only your career but also your lifestyle and that of others, through a variety of holistic programs in medical massage therapy, sports science, nutrition, chiropractic training, and natural healthcare. Why Choose Blue Heron Academy? -Our programs are designed for working adults like yourself. We offer both day and evening classes to work around your schedule. Thousands of successful graduates have trained with us since 1980. -Professional staff and instructors focused on helping you and your future. -At Blue Heron Academy, our small class sizes mean you won't get lost in the crowd. -You'll learn through a series of lectures and "hands-on" lab assignments. -Breadth and depth of education, at affordable prices. -Our programs are comprehensive, and offer you outstanding value for your money. -Financial Assistance: Our financial manager can provide a wide range of easy, low cost options to pay for your education. -Job Placement Assistance: Our career counselors are committed to help you ensure that your education leads to a new and rewarding career. -Blue Heron Academy is licensed by the State of Michigan in Post Secondary Education. -Working together, we can improve your career and your life