WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

  • Flexible schedule
    Our classes are part-time 3 to 4 days a week, which allows the student to keep their job while learning! We have morning and evening classes for working adults, single parents, and older adults looking to change their career or achieve a lifetime goal to own their own business. Some lecture classes are held via ZOOM.
  • Integrated program
    Our classes are not based on modules or semesters. Unlike most schools, SOHMAR offers a 600 hour "integrated" program. That means that there are no prerequisite classes to take before hand and you will start hands-on training on day #1. We cover all the required instruction; anatomy and physiology, pathology, massage techniques, kinesiology, business ethics and a variety of massage techniques...all with a holistic approach. Students learn by working on each other to fine tune massage techniques and body mechanics. Weekly clinics or off-site events are scheduled to provide students with "real world" experience.
  • Our Philosophy

    The School of Holistic Massage and Reflexology is dedicated to teaching holistic massage and reflexology and combines a variety of techniques which embrace physical, mental and spiritual healing. The school offers affordable training in the growing field of massage therapy, reflexology and the alternative health care field. Our goal is to incorporate these techniques in a friendly, non-threatening environment. Class size remains small so we can work individually with each student.

  • Payment programs and financial assistance
    SOHMAR has a monthly payment program, as well as financial assistance that allows the student to pay for their education after they graduate.
    • Our monthly payment program is available for the massage certification class. Paying as you go to school gives you the opportunity to start your new career DEBT free.
    • Our Financial Assistance program offers students a low interest loan that allows students to pay for their education after graduation.
  • learn from a leader
    Our lead instructor/Director Michael McAleese was inducted into the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame in 2016. This is quite a feat, being that there are over 350,000 massage therapists and 23,000 private Massage Schools in the US alone. Choosing SOHMAR for your education means that you will be taught by a documented leading expert in the field. Our other instructors are licensed professionals who have years of experience as successful business owners, with years of experience in the field of Massage Therapy, sports massage, reflexology and holistic health.

 


CHANGE YOUR CAREER, CHANGE YOUR LIFE CALL OR TEXT US TODAY!
Call: (630) 968-7827
text: (331) 444-9041

The School of Holistic Massage and Reflexology is located to 3051 Oak Grove Road, Suite 104, Downers Grove IL 60515 (Metra and Pace bus service to our front door!)
We are dedicated to teaching holistic massage and reflexology by utilizing a combination of natural massage techniques that allow the body to heal itself.



  • 2024 UPCOMING CLASSES
    •Fall massage program
    44 weeks
    Start dates:Sept 9th and Sept 16th
    day: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Eve: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Meets: Monday, thursday, saturday
    Flexible schedule, call to discuss other start dates. OUR financial assistance program allows you to pay off your tuition after you graduate.

    Reflexology #1
    10 weeks
    day class: tues. sept 17, 2024
    time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm OR
    eve class: Wed sept 25, 2024
    time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Ce hours: 40 hrs.

    Reflexology #2
    3 weeks
    day class: tues. aug 13, 2024
    time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm OR
    eve class : tba
    Ce hours: 9 hrs.

    •ethics for the massage therapist
    Sunday: Oct 6, 2024
    10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Ce 3 hrs./1 day


    •sexual harassment in the work     place
    sunday: nov 10, 2024
    10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Ce 3 hrs./1 day
    you may take this class consecutively with Ethics


  • SUPPORTING BUSINESSES WITHIN THE MASSAGE THERAPY COMMUNITY
    Your goal to succeed in the massage business matters to us! With over 30+ years in the business, Michael McAleese will work with you to determine how we can propel your business to the next level.
    Business to Business support:
    Do you have therapists who are not getting requests to re-book appointments?
    Are your therapist calling in sick due to injuries caused by poor body mechanics?
    Do you have a front end employee who would make a great massage therapist?
    How we can help:
    •Increase return appointments by working with your massage therapists one-on-one to fine tune their massage techniques.
    •Address your Massage Therapist injuries with new techniques and proper Body Mechanics
    •Sponsor your front end employees to enroll into our 9 month part-time program.
    •Provide CE classes
    Set up your FREE 30 minute consultation today!
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