Elevating the industry and its Professionals; Global Unity through Education, and Fun!
We are a fun & safe place for massage therapists to come network, get continuing education, and grow more in their career. We provide an all in one stop shop for education and resources under one roof.
About the Event & Location
Q: When and where is the World Massage Festival being held? A: The World Massage Festival will be held from July 19-23, 2026 at the beautiful Harrah’s Resort in Cherokee, North Carolina.
Q: When is the American Massage Championship (AMC)? A: The American Massage Championship will take place just before the festival, from July 17-19, 2026, and will be held at the same location, Harrah’s Resort in Cherokee, NC.
Q: Can I watch the American Massage Championship? A: Yes! Attendance for spectators is minimum donation of $5.00 (cash only) to be donated to Lion’s Wilderness Club for Deaf Children. You are welcome to come and watch the nation’s best therapists showcase their skills. There is a fee to register and participate as a competitor in the Championship.
Continuing Education & Classes
Q: Will I earn Continuing Education (CE) credits at the World Massage Festival? A: Absolutely. The festival is packed with hands-on workshops and classes designed to fulfill or exceed your state’s CE requirements. As well as classes you can take for fun.
Q: What is the average CE requirement for my license renewal? A: While requirements vary by state, most require approximately 24 continuing education hours every two years. The World Massage Festival makes it easy to meet this requirement, often in a single year, with an incredible variety of class options.
The Freedom Membership
Q: What is the Freedom Membership, and what does it include? A: The Freedom Membership is a one-time, lifetime payment that secures your ongoing access to the World Massage Festival. It includes:
Free access to all World Massage Festival classes for a lifetime.
The ability to earn all the continuing education (CE) you need, every year, for a lifetime.
You will never pay a festival registration fee again.
Q: Is the Freedom Membership a recurring or annual charge? A: No. The Freedom Membership is a one-time, non-recurring payment. Once you sign up, you are a member for life.
Q: What is the current discounted price for the Freedom Membership? A: For a limited time, you can secure your lifetime membership for only $1,000.00 ($1,500 Value).
General Information
Q: How do I register for the World Massage Festival and the American Massage Championship? A: You can register for the festival and the championship (as a competitor) directly through our official website portal. Freedom Members will use a special link to secure their free class seats.
Q: Are there special hotel rates for attendees? A: Yes. We work closely with Harrah’s Resort to secure discounted group rates for our attendees. Details and the booking link will be provided on the Travel/Lodging section of our website.
Ana Malachowski
Founder Mike Hinkle
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