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American Massage Therapy Association
Mission: "To develop and advance the art, science and practice of massage therapy in a caring, professional and ethical manner in order to promote the health and welfare of humanity."

American Massage Therapy Association - Minnesota Chapter
Chapter of 440+ members. Provides Online Directory of AMTA Therapists in Minnesota.

American Massage Therapy Association - Silicon Valley Unit of the California Chapter
Provides newsletter, educational workshops, upcoming events, directory, information about massage, and more.

Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals
"Promotes ethical practices, protects the rights of practitioners, and educates the public as to the benefits of massage, bodywork and somatic therapies."

Association of Massage Therapists Australia Incorporated
"Actively working towards greater unity in the massage industry, and towards greater recognition by relevant government departments, health funds and towards greater acceptance of massage by the general public."

Canadian Massage Therapist Alliance
"Promotes the art, science and philosophy of massage therapy for the betterment of health care in Canada."

The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork
National certification recognizes practitioners who meet standards of proficiency and who make a commitment to the profession by upholding high practical and ethical standards.

Spa Massage Alliance
Serving massage practitioners and spas as a place to get information about the career track of doing massage in a spa.

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