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Your Trusted Massage Therapy School in Colorado Springs
Founded with a commitment to excellence in massage therapy education, the Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy (CIMT) has established itself as a leader in advanced neuromuscular therapy training. Our COMTA-accredited program combines rigorous academic instruction with hands-on clinical experience, preparing graduates for successful careers in medical-based massage therapy. With a curriculum featuring cadaver lab experiences and certifications in neuromuscular therapy, integrative techniques, and trigger point release, we emphasize both scientific understanding and practical application.Our faculty comprises industry professionals with extensive teaching and clinical experience, ensuring students receive comprehensive, career-focused education. Through flexible scheduling options, in-house financing, and partnerships with organizations like the Institute for Anatomical Research, we provide accessible pathways for students to enter this growing field. Our graduates consistently demonstrate exceptional professional competence, as evidenced by testimonials from healthcare providers and industry leaders who value the depth of our training program.
Services
Neuromuscular Therapy Certification
Continuing Education Programs
Cadaver Lab Training
Sports Massage Certification
Thai Yoga Massage Training
Personal Training Certification
Nutrition Certification
Herbal Therapy Classes
Cupping Therapy Training
Pregnancy Massage Certification
Highlights and features
- COMTA-accredited program with cadaver lab experiences
- Includes International Academy of Neuromuscular Therapies certification
- Flexible evening and weekend class schedules available
- In-house financing and VA benefit acceptance
- Faculty with combined decades of clinical and teaching experience
Associations and certifications
- Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA)
What people say
Excellent educational experience
Well-balanced education
Exceptional instructors
Career preparation
Hands-on training
Services
Neuromuscular Therapy Certification
Our COMTA-accredited neuromuscular therapy certification program provides 650 hours of comprehensive training in advanced soft tissue treatment. Students master trigger point release techniques recognized by the American Academy of Pain Management for treating musculoskeletal conditions. This medical-based curriculum prepares graduates to work in clinical settings alongside physicians and physical therapists.
Cadaver Lab Training
Partnering with the Institute for Anatomical Research, our cadaver lab experiences offer unparalleled hands-on learning. Students explore human anatomy layer-by-layer through scheduled dissections, enhancing their understanding of musculoskeletal relationships that cannot be fully grasped through textbooks alone. This integral component runs throughout the entire program duration.
Continuing Education Programs
We offer diverse continuing education opportunities including Thai yoga massage certification, sports massage training, and cupping therapy courses. These programs allow licensed therapists to expand their skillset with specialized techniques while earning required continuing education units. Most courses are taught by industry experts with extensive clinical experience.
Sports Massage Certification
This 50-hour certification program focuses on sports-specific treatment techniques for athletes. Students learn kinesio taping applications, performance enhancement strategies, and injury prevention methods. The curriculum includes practical lab time and prepares graduates to work with athletic teams and sports medicine professionals.
Personal Training Certification
Through our partnership with the International Sports and Science Association, we offer a 15-hour personal training certification program. This intensive course covers exercise physiology, program design, and client assessment techniques. Graduates receive specialized training in integrating massage therapy with fitness programs for enhanced performance.
People
Nikki Alvaran
Owner / Instructor
BS in Health Science from UCCS, certified in cupping therapy, and graduate of CIMT 2013. Teaches theory and technique while maintaining active involvement in curriculum development and program administration.
Kali Spafford
Instructor
CIMT graduate 2010 with certifications in personal training and corrective exercise. Specializes in neuromuscular massage and teaches both theory and technique components of the program.
Dr. Madhav Gramke
Anatomy Instructor
Doctor of Chiropractic from Life University with advanced training in craniosacral therapy. Leads anatomy instruction at both CIMT and the Institute for Anatomical Research with a focus on holistic understanding of human structure.
Nehir Mullen
Director/Instructor
CIMT graduate 2017 with additional certifications in Thai yoga massage and cupping therapy. Oversees program instruction while maintaining active clinical practice and teaching responsibilities.
Ryan Shroyer
Instructor
BS in Health Sciences from UCCS with neuromuscular therapy certification. Combines anatomy expertise with practical teaching experience, serving as both educator and cadaver dissection assistant at partner institutions.
Questions
What massage therapy certifications do you offer?
We offer COMTA-accredited Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy Certification, Thai Yoga Massage, Sports Massage, Personal Training, and continuing education courses in specialized modalities.
Are evening and weekend classes available?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling with evening classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and weekend options for continuing education programs.
Do you accept VA education benefits?
Yes, we accept GI Bill benefits and work with veterans to verify eligibility and process required documentation for educational funding.
What financing options are available?
We offer in-house financing plans, payment plans, early enrollment discounts, and scholarship opportunities including the Colorado's Future Scholarship and Hand & Stone North partnership.
Is the program preparation for licensing exams?
Our 650-hour curriculum fully prepares graduates for state and national licensing exams, with comprehensive training in all required practical and theoretical components.
What makes your program unique?
Our COMTA accreditation, cadaver lab partnerships, and focus on medical-based neuromuscular therapy distinguish us as leaders in advanced massage education with strong clinical preparation.
