We give you a discount

We’d like to thank you for the part you play in advancing our profession. And that starts with a discount on Professional or Certified membership. All instructors who currently teach students enrolled in an entry-level, state-approved massage or bodywork program are eligible to receive a discounted rate.  Verification of eligibility by the training institution where you teach is required.

We support you in the classroom

ABMP offers ideas for interactive lectures, lively discussions and activities, well-structured demonstrations, and meaningful homework assignments. Explore: 

• ABMP Teaching Kits on topics such as study skills, time management, and much more.
• Downloadable study aids, including graphic organizers, note forms, and goal-setting resources.
• On-demand webinars to bring presentations and techniques from the profession's top names into your classroom.
• Great classroom activity ideas like "think alouds," response cards, and emotional intelligence-building exercises.
• Business class resources with ABMP BizFit toolkits, website builders, and marketing resources.

We support you in your professional practice

You have access to all of the resources we provide our Professional or Certified members, including Massage & Bodywork magazine, a free website and email account, client education tools, business management resources, educational webinars, discounts on continuing education opportunities, and more.

We support your students

Students have access to a broad array of academic and career resources through Student membership and ABMP Exam Coach. See all the ways we support your students by exploring the information under the Student tab.

We help you develop your skills

Massage & Bodywork magazine, ABMP's award-winning publication, is a bimonthly print and digital magazine that links you to the greater massage profession. You also receive the Massage Educator newsletter and can connect with ABMP and other members through ABMP's social media sites and online forums. Join ABMP at regional complimentary Instructors on the Front Lines workshop with new topics each year. Our workshops have been presented to more than 3,500 massage instructors across the country!

We save you money

As a member, you receive valuable discounts on a variety of goods and services, including discounts on credit card services, travel/lodging, auto and home insurance, legal services, cell phone service, and other extras!