Areas of Study & Class Information
Program Information
Class Structure
Learning should be fun and as stress free as possible. Class structure at Mind Body Institute utilizes several methods to teach each subject. Learning styles are discussed to help each student understand how they best learn.
The instructors teaching style is discussed to better facilitate communication.
Each student is encouraged to participate at their own comfort level. The pace of each class is a combination of speeds to make sure no one is being left behind and to make sure the class does not get bogged down.
Each class may include methods to promote a dynamic, interactive, empowering classroom environment.
Average Student to Teacher Ratio
10:1
Program Length
weekday - 10 mo
weekend - 11.5mo
Average Starting Salary for Massage Therapists
$27 - 38k
Hands On Learning
The main focus in the program is as much experiential learning as possible. Massage and bodywork is a hands-on career, so it makes sense to have the highest level of hands on learning experience of actually applying techniques and assessments. In the practical sections you will watch a demonstration, have all questions answered and/or demonstrated to you. Then you will apply what you learned by teaming up with another student. One student will be the “body” and the other the “therapist”. Again the instructor will answer questions and make adjustments in application for each student/therapist.
Then you will switch roles and the technique will be repeated; along with an opportunity for additional questions, answers and adjustments. In this style you will learn in a variety of manners: auditory, visual and kinesthetic. It is important to not only learn how to apply pressures and techniques but to also feel what it is like to receive them. As the instructor makes adjustments to the therapist’s techniques when you’re the “body”, you will feel the differences in the application before and after an adjustment is made.
Areas of study offered at Mind Body Institute include:
Mind Body Institute Classes and Seminars
Whether it is personal growth, a new career or continuing your education, we look forward to traveling down the path with you. We will provide exceptional instruction and a comfortable learning environment. The structure of the classes is relaxed and at a pace that will let you absorb the information and be able to ask questions to further your understanding.
Our diploma program meets the required 625 hours for state licensing.
Massage and Bodywork Practitioner Diploma Program
Mind Body Institute’s Program Hours: 700, 500 in-class and 200 online
Whether you see yourself working at a of a world-class spa, as an independent contractor, as a business owner, or working in the medical fields and sports massage; the Massage and Bodywork Practitioner Diploma program will prepare you to be successful in the field of massage and bodywork.
Students will learn relaxation, therapeutic, medical, advanced and specialized modalities. You will be taught how to assess your clients, create a treatment plan and to use proper body mechanics for a customized, safe and effective treatment. You will learn how to be successful and attain your desired goals in this field, with classes in spa protocols, therapeutic outcome based treatment plans, building clientele, marketing, management, creative thinking and overcoming challenges.
Each course in the program is designed to build a foundation. The individual classes are a combination of hands on learning and practice, lecture and media presentations with interactive communication and participation. The classes are structured to be dynamic and adjustable to fit the needs of each student. The atmosphere is relaxed and presented in a logical easy to learn manner.
We offer class schedules to fit your lifestyle.
Massage and Bodywork Practitioner Schedules
2023/2024 Schedule for Classes in Traverse City:
Weekend Classes are every other weekend on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Program length: 11.5 months, program starts each February.
Weekday P.M. Classes are every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | Program length: 10 months, program starts each September
Download the 2022 - 2023 Catalog to learn more about our programs, enrollment requirements, and the application process.
The 2020 - 2021 Mind Body Institute Catalog details the following information:
Dates of Enrollment & Entrance Requirements
Credits for Previous Education and/or Training
Fees, Tuition & Payment Plans
Financing options
Cancellations, Withdrawals & Refund Policy
School Policies, Grading & Graduation Requirements
Program Enrollment Application
Registration Contract and Tuition Payment Agreement