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Welcoming Back Bruce Baltz: A Returning Respected Educator at the World Massage Festival
The World Massage Festival is pleased to welcome back Bruce Baltz, a returning educator whose teaching reflects a strong foundation in massage education and a commitment to professional development. Bruce’s continued involvement with WMF highlights both his dedication to education and his ongoing contribution to the growth of the massage therapy community.
Read the full Bruce Baltz articleJim Funk: Founder of Forearm Fusion and Festival Instructor
The World Massage Festival is proud to feature Jim Funk, an experienced educator and practitioner whose innovative approach to bodywork has helped therapists work more effectively and sustainably. As the founder and creator of Forearm Fusion, Jim brings a distinctive perspective to massage education rooted in efficiency, creativity, and long-term career longevity.
Read the full Jim Funk articleJill Burynski: World Massage Festival Educator & Founder of the Living Sabai Thai Massage CE School
The World Massage Festival is honored to feature Jill Burynski, a respected educator, international instructor, and the founder of Living Sabai, a world-renowned Thai massage continuing education school. With decades of experience and a deep respect for traditional healing arts, Jill brings exceptional knowledge, authenticity, and inspiration to the WMF educational community.
Read the full Jill Burynski articleMorgan Strong: A Returning Cupping Educator at the World Massage Festival
The World Massage Festival is pleased to welcome back Morgan Strong, a respected cupping educator whose teaching has become a valued part of the WMF learning experience. Known for clear instruction, a hands-on approach, and commitment to professional standards, Morgan supports therapists in deepening their understanding of cupping therapy as a practical discipline.
Read the full Morgan Strong articleMark Carangelo: Founder of Buttercups and Returning Educator at the World Massage Festival
The World Massage Festival is proud to welcome back Mark Carangelo, a respected educator, innovator, and long-standing contributor to the massage therapy profession. As a returning WMF instructor, Mark brings years of teaching experience and the perspective of a creator whose work has had a lasting impact on therapists worldwide.
Read the full Mark Carangelo articleNathalie Cecilia: Celebrating 20 Consecutive Years of Teaching at the World Massage Festival
The World Massage Festival celebrates an extraordinary 2026 milestone: Nathalie Cecilia’s 20th consecutive year as an educator at the Festival, making her the longest-serving teacher in WMF history. Her two decades of continuous contribution represent longevity, commitment, consistency, and influence within the global massage therapy community.
Read the full Nathalie Cecilia articleJames Waslaski: World Massage Festival Educator and Leader in Orthopedic Massage Education
The World Massage Festival is proud to feature James Waslaski, an internationally respected educator and one of the most influential instructors in orthopedic massage education. With decades of experience teaching massage therapists around the world, James brings clinical knowledge, clarity, and practical insight that continue to shape the profession.
Read the full James Waslaski articleWhat Are the American Massage Championships?
The American Massage Championships represent the highest level of competitive massage in the United States. Designed to recognize excellence, professionalism, and technical skill, AMC provides massage therapists with a national platform to showcase their craft in a competitive, educational, and highly respected environment.
Read the American Massage Championships articleWhat Is the World Massage Festival?
The World Massage Festival is more than an event, it is an experience. Each year, massage therapists, students, educators, and wellness professionals from around the world come together for a week of education, connection, and celebration of the massage profession.
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