Regional Education Opportunities

The Texas Chapter of AMTA is dedicated to bringing learning opportunities to all regions throughout the state. Through collaborative efforts between Chapter leadership and Regional Coordinators there are multiple chances for members, and non-members, to grow their skills in the profession.

The following classes are coming soon with more coming through the end of the year. Always check the calendar for information about all classes and monthly meetings. Announcements will also be sent via email and posted on our social media.


The following classes are open for registration:

Acupressure I with Terry Norman

SE Houston Region
October 15
Houston, TX

Discover a simple, non-invasive, and exciting way to reduce minor pains and many chronic illnesses. Students learn Chinese medical procedures dating back 3,000 years, and are still practiced today. This class addresses how to increase healing within the body through acupressure, and a Chinese massage procedure (Tuina).

FULL DESCRIPTION AND DETAILS

REGISTRATION LINK: https://cvent.me/X7nnXk

Trigger Point Therapy – 2 Day Class in Austin

Austin Region
Nov 2-3
Austin, TX

Trigger point therapy is the art and science of treating the myofascial dysfunction in muscles, fascia, ligaments, and tendons due to the presence of trigger points (TrPs). This class features an introduction to the history of trigger points and myofascial pain.

FULL DESCRIPTION & DETAILS

REGISTRATION LINK: https://cvent.me/Q2Ax4v


The following classes are happening soon but registration is now closed:

  • Myofascial Release – with Ruth Bucher. San Antonio & Coastal Bend Regions Combined Class, 
October 18 – 20, 
San Antonio, TX
  • Gua Sha for Scar with Amy Scottino. Heart of Texas Region
, October 18
, Killeen, TX
  • Integrated Soft Tissue Scraping (iSTS) with Niki Peterson. Dallas Region, 
October 20, 
Plano, TX

AMTA Texas Chapter Calendar

Nov
7
Thu
Dallas Region November 2024 Meeting @ Handcrafted Therapy Massage Supplies and Training Center
Nov 7 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Empowering Your Wellness

Join the Dallas AMTA region and fellow therapists for our November 2024 meeting. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect and build a supportive massage community. Join our speaker, Megan Prichard, midwife, nurse, and pelvic floor specialist.

Join Megan as she discusses the importance of addressing taboo subjects in women’s health and unique approaches to holistic care. This is a great opportunity to get some essential knowledge and empathy for both practitioners and mothers alike.

Location: Handcrafted Therapy Massage Supplies and Training Center
3303 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 240  Plano, TX  75023

Date & Time:  Thursday October 3, 2024 from 9-11 am

Food will be provided.

This meeting is open to all massage professionals, not just AMTA members. Students are always welcome.  As always, the meeting is free and snacks will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there!

You can RSVP on the Facebook group but don’t let it stop you from coming if you don’t RSVP.  For more information, join our Facebook group.

If you have any questions, please contact your Dallas Region Coordinators at: amtadallastexas@gmail.com   or the education chair at:  educationchair.amtatexas@gmail.com

Nov
12
Tue
NW Houston November 2024 Meeting @ Rita’s Cantina & Mexican Kitchen
Nov 12 @ 6:30 pm – 6:45 pm

Is your pricing good for you and the market?

We invite you to join AMTA for our free monthly community building and education meeting in North/West Houston.  Join us as we look at Business Practices and Pricing

LOCATION: Rita’s Cantina & Mexican Kitchen  14960 NW Frwy (290 & Little York)  Houston, TX 77040
Date & Time:  Tuesday, November 12,  2024  from 6:30-8:30 pm 

Food will be provided.

You do not have to be a member of AMTA to attend. Students are always welcome. Feel free to invite other therapists and/or share this email. You can also post on Facebook groups you may participate in.

If you have any questions, please contact the coordinators at: nwhoustonregion.amtatx@gmail.com
or on our Facebook group or the Education Chair (Michelle) at:  educationchair.amtatexas@gmail.com

RSVP by email or Facebook requested by not required.

Nov
14
Thu
Rio Grande Valley Region November 2024 Meeting @ Reconnection Myofascial Release & Wellness
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Join AMTA for an opportunity to meet with peers and colleagues at a free event!

Join AMTA for a Free Meet and Greet in Rio Grande Valley region!

AMTA is again working to bring regional meetings and education to our members and future members.  We invite you to join us for the first meeting in the Rio Grande Valley region to meet your peers,  create community, and to give input into what AMTA and the regional coordinators can do to support you in your practice and business.

The meeting will be held on Thursday November 14, 2024  from 7:00-8:30 pm at Reconnection Myofascial Release & Wellness    2404 S. F St.  Suite C  Harlingen, TX 78552

Food will be provided

Bring your ideas, questions and suggestions to help build your professional community.

Feel free to invite other therapists and/or to forward this email. You do not have to be a member of AMTA to attend. Students are always welcome. We look forward to seeing many therapists and seeing what needs the community has. Please RSVP by email or facebook but don’t let it stop you from coming if you can’t RSVP

You can also head over to our Facebook group and connect with us

If you have any questions, please contact the coordinators at rgvregion.amtatx@gmail.com

or the Education Chair (Michelle) at:  educationchair.amtatexas@gmail.com

 

¡Únase a AMTA para un Meet and Greet gratuito en la región del Valle del Río Grande!

AMTA está trabajando nuevamente para llevar reuniones regionales y educación a nuestros miembros y futuros miembros.  Lo invitamos a unirse a nosotros en la primera reunión en la región del Valle del Río Grande para conocer a sus pares, crear una comunidad y dar su opinión sobre lo que AMTA y los coordinadores regionales pueden hacer para apoyarlo en su práctica y negocio.

La reunión se llevará a cabo el jueves 14 de noviembre de 2024 de 7:00 a 8:30 p. m. en Reconnection Myofascial Release & Wellness 2404 S. F St. Suite C Harlingen, TX 78552

Se proporcionará comida

Traiga sus ideas, preguntas y sugerencias para ayudar a construir su comunidad profesional.

No dude en invitar a otros terapeutas y/o reenviar este correo electrónico. No es necesario ser miembro de AMTA para asistir. Los estudiantes siempre son bienvenidos. Esperamos ver a muchos terapeutas y ver qué necesidades tiene la comunidad. Confirme su asistencia por correo electrónico o Facebook, pero no permita que esto le impida venir si no puede confirmar su asistencia.

Nov
16
Sat
NE Texas Region November 2024 Meet & Greet @ TBA
Nov 16 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join us as Steve Johnson shares about multimedia marketing!

We invite you to join the Northeast Texas region of the Texas chapter of AMTA for our  free monthly community building meeting as we learn multimedia marketing tips from Steve Johnson from East Texas Broadcasting. Marketing is often confusing and scary. Come get the basics to make marketing work for you.

And let’s explore possible CE classes.

Date and time:  Saturday, November 16, 2024  from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Location:  Stay tuned for location address,  Paris, TX

We look forward to connecting with familiar and new faces. Feel free to invite other therapists and/or share this email.  You don’t have to be an AMTA member to attend. Students are always welcome.

The meeting is free and food will be provided

Feel free to invite other therapists and/or to forward this email. You do not have to be a member of AMTA to attend. Students are always welcome. We look forward to seeing many therapists and seeing what needs the community has. Please RSVP by email or Facebook but don’t let it stop you from coming if you can’t RSVP

You can also head over to our Facebook group page and connect with us.

If you have any questions, please contact the coordinators at netexasregion.amtatx@gmail.com

or the Education Chair (Michelle) at:  educationchair.amtatexas@gmail.com

Nov
17
Sun
Coastal Bend November 2024 Meeting @ Gallery Bistro and Bakeshop
Nov 17 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join us as we celebrate Friendsgiving and share our blessings!

The Coastal Bend region of the Texas AMTA invites you to join us for Friendsgiving celebration at this time of gratitude and blessings.

Activities will include:

  • Fun
  • Meet &  Eat

Date and Time:  Sunday, November 17, 2024 from 3:00-5:00  PM
Location:  Gallery Bistro and Bakeshop   924 S StaplesCorpus Christi, TX  78404

All massage therapists and massage therapy students and graduates are encouraged to attend. The meeting is free and food is provided.

You do not have to be a member of AMTA to attend. Feel free to invite colleagues and other therapist friends. RSVP is requested but don’t let it stop you from coming if you don’t.  RSVP at coastalregion.amtatx@gmail.com

If you have any questions, please contact the coordinators at: coastalregion.amtatx@gmail.com

or the Education Chair (Michelle) at:  educationchair.amtatexas@gmail.com

or message us through the Coastal Bend Region Facebook group

Nov
21
Thu
SE Houston Region – November 2024 Meeting @ Friendswood Library
Nov 21 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Join as We Give Thanks

Please join AMTA for our monthly community building and education meeting on:
Thursday, November 21,  2024  from 6:30-8:30 pm 
Location: Friendswood Library    416 S Friendswood Dr, Friendswood, TX 77546

Let’s give thanks for our blessings and share food.

We will provide the turkey and a couple of sides. Bring something to share as we give thanks for our community, profession, and support.

The meeting is free and food will be provided.

Feel free to invite other therapists and/or share this email. You can also post on Facebook groups you may participate in.  You do not have to be a member of AMTA to attend. Students are always welcome.

RSVP by email or Facebook requested by not required.

If you have any questions, please contact the coordinators at: sehoustonregion.amtatx@gmail.com

Our Facebook group

or the Education Chair at:  educationchair.amtatexas@gmail.com

RSVP by email or Facebook requested by not required.