Michigan Massage Championship

12/07/2025

12/05/2025

Join us for the 4th annual Michigan Massage Championship May 1-3, 2026 in Ann Arbor, MI

12/01/2025

The World Championship in Massage, held annually in Copenhagen, is a globally recognized event that brings together massage therapists, educators, business owners, and industry professionals from around the world. Read more here.

11/27/2025

Michelle will be teaching Bowsage Therapy Friday May 1 at the Michigan Massage Championship! Stay tuned

🌿 Not Just Another CE Class — It’s a Supportive Business Partnership! 🌿

At Bowsage Therapy, we’re committed to giving you more than continuing education—we’re here to support your growth, your practice, and your long-term success.

Here’s what you gain when you train with us:
✔️ 8 & 16 CE credits plus a instructional manual
✔️ A proven technique recognized worldwide
✔️ Directory listing on the official Bowsage website
✔️ Ready-to-use marketing posts to help promote your services

New class dates added!

Invest in a program that invests in you.
👉 View class dates & details
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11/19/2025

Facial massage has a long history rooted in various cultural and beauty practices. In ancient civilizations like China and India, facial massage was part of traditional beauty rituals, believed to promote skin health and overall well-being. Read more here.

11/01/2025

🌟 2026 Registration is NOW OPEN! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce that the 4th Annual North Carolina State Massage Championship (NCSMC) is officially happening April 20th–23rd, 2026 at the James W. Warren Citizens Center in beautiful downtown Lincolnton, NC! 🏆💆‍♀️💆‍♂️

Massage therapists from across the state will come together to showcase their skills, connect with fellow professionals, and celebrate the art and excellence of massage therapy all while learning and growing as a therapist. Whether you’re a competitor, supporter, or spectator — this is an event you won’t want to miss! Massage Students are welcome to sign up and compete in the Student Category.

👉 Register now and secure your spot at this incredible event:

Let’s make the 4th Annual NCSMC our best year yet! 🎉

10/31/2025

Your director gaining more experience!

Education Director for 2026 US Massage Camp chosen... Theresa Hensley, from Michigan! She will also be a Wellness Category Judge.

Theresa brings so much to the table for Massage Championships!

New state directors should attend just to watch her work. If you have new judges, bring them as well. They will get the BEST training at Camp!

Competition Massage is exploding across America! Join us!

https://www.usmassagecamp.com

10/31/2025

Welcome 👏

🌟 Big News for the NCSMC Family! 🌟

We’re beyond excited to introduce the new Directors of the North Carolina State Massage Championship — Ash Wirth , Paula Micol , and H Michael Wirth ! 💙

Many of you already know business partners Ash and Paula, both passionate therapists who have proudly competed in past NCSMC events. Their love for massage, their dedication to growth, and their firsthand experience as competitors bring so much heart and insight to the championship. 💆‍♀️💪

Joining their team is Michael Wirth, who brings a wealth of experience in business management and organization — the perfect balance to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

Together, this trio is ready to pour their passion, creativity, and teamwork into making the 2026 Championship the best one yet! 🙌

We can’t wait to share all the exciting things ahead and continue building a space that celebrates connection, skill, and the incredible talent in our massage community.

💫 Stay tuned — this next chapter is going to be amazing!

10/27/2025

Welcome back Heather Topoly to the 2026 Michigan Massage Championship!

10/27/2025

Welcome back Terri to the 2026 Michigan Massage Championship as a judge!
Terri Barton is a Licensed Massage Therapist in Georgia with a degree in Neuromuscular Therapy, graduation with honors in 2005. With over 20 years as a business owner and massage experience, she has dedicated her career to advancing the massage therapy profession through both clinical excellence and volunteer leadership.
Terri has trained under internationally recognized therapist Luisa Vargas and Krista Harris in preparation for the various Massage Championships. She has served as a respected judge at several major competitions, including the Inaugural Georgia/Florida Massage Championship in 2023, again in 2024 for Georgia, 2024-2025 AMC as judge in Western Freestyle and sports, 2025 Judge for the Michigan Championships.
A proud 20-year member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), Terri has been a primary volunteer for 16 years. She currently serves as the Government Relations Chair for the AMTA Georgia Chapter, where she advocates for the legislative and regulatory initiatives that support massage therapist across the state.
Her service has earned her national and state-level recognition, including the AMTA National Humanitarian Award and the Distinguished Service Award from the AMTA Georgia Chapter. She is also a member of the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP), further reflecting on her commitment to high standards in the field.
Terri has also served on the Northwest Georgia Parkinsons Board of Directors, as well as a primary presenter at the Parkinsons National conventions as to the benefits of massage with Parkinson clients. Terri continues to serve her community as the current Board of Director for Rome, Ga PFLAG.

10/27/2025

Welcome back Kay Cox as a judge for the 2026 Michigan Massage Championship!