Nashville School of Massage Therapy

08/26/2026

👏 Our students were out in the community yesterday putting their skills into action! 💆‍♀️💆‍♂️

Our students participated in two separate chair massage events—one at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and another at Ancora!

We love giving our students opportunities to gain real-world experience while sharing the benefits of massage therapy throughout our community. 💙

A big thank you to both organizations for welcoming our students and allowing them to practice, connect, and grow! 🌟

08/20/2026

🎓🐊 Congratulations to the Green Gators! 🐊🎓

We are so proud to celebrate the graduation of our Green Gators! 💚 After all the hours of learning, practicing, studying, and growing, they’ve reached an exciting milestone in their massage therapy journey.

Their Country Western-themed graduation was the perfect way to celebrate this hardworking crew. 🤠🌵👢 They may have graduated, but they’re not quite riding off into the sunset yet!

Our Green Gators are now working hard to complete their final requirements and prepare for the MBLEx, with everyone expected to test within the next 30 days. 📚💪

Please join us in congratulating these future Licensed Massage Therapists and wishing them lots of luck as they tackle this final stretch!

Green Gators, we are cheering you on! 💚🐊🎉

08/12/2026

🎉 We Have Exciting News to Celebrate! 🎉

Last night, it was officially announced that Nashville School of Massage Therapy's Institutional Director, Angela Poe, LMT, A.A.S., B.S., has been elected to the Alliance for Massage Therapy Education (AFMTE) Board of Directors!

This is an incredible honor and a testament to Angela's unwavering commitment to advancing massage therapy education, supporting educators and students, and strengthening our profession.

Angela's passion for excellence, leadership, and advocacy has made a lasting impact at NSMT, and we couldn't be more proud to see her represent our school and the massage therapy community on the national stage.

Please join us in congratulating Angela on this well-deserved achievement! We know she will make a meaningful contribution to the future of massage therapy education through her service on the AFMTE Board.

Congratulations, Angela! 🎉👏

08/05/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Our Incredible Instructor, Brandy! 🏆

We are so proud to celebrate our amazing instructor, Brandy, for earning 5th Place in the Sports Massage category at the American Massage Championship!

Competing against 17 talented massage therapists from across the country, Brandy's outstanding skill, professionalism, and dedication to the craft earned her a top-five finish—an incredible accomplishment!

Our students are learning from one of the best, and we're honored to have Brandy as part of the Nashville School of Massage Therapy family. Her passion for excellence continues to inspire everyone around her.

Please join us in congratulating Brandy on this well-deserved achievement! 👏🎉

08/04/2026

🎓 NSMT Alumni Spotlight: Diane 💙

Join us in celebrating Diane, a proud Nashville School of Massage Therapy graduate from the Class of June 2026!

Before beginning her journey into massage therapy, Diane built a successful career in accounting and finance and even explored nursing before realizing her true passion was helping others through therapeutic touch.

When asked what she loved most about NSMT, her answer was simple:

💬 "The people—the students, faculty, and clinic clients. It's great being around people who genuinely want other people to feel better."

Just one week after graduation, Diane earned her Tennessee massage license and immediately began building her own solo practice. From creating a website and preparing her treatment space to securing business and establishment licenses, she's embraced the exciting challenge of becoming a business owner.

Like many new entrepreneurs, Diane has discovered that success takes patience, persistence, and hard work. While growing her massage practice, she also teaches Accounting at Chattanooga State and recommends having multiple income streams while building a business—a valuable piece of advice for anyone entering the profession.

Her journey is a wonderful reminder that it's never too late to pursue a career that aligns with your passion for helping others.

One of Diane's hopes for the future is to see NSMT alumni stay connected through an alumni networking community where graduates can share ideas, encouragement, and celebrate each other's successes.

Congratulations, Diane! We are incredibly proud of everything you've accomplished and can't wait to watch your practice continue to grow. Thank you for representing the NSMT family so well! 💙👏

08/03/2026

🌟 Student of the Month – July 2026 🌟

Join us in congratulating Alisa on being named Nashville School of Massage Therapy's Student of the Month! 🎉👏

A Nashville native, Alisa has been part of the NSMT family since February 2026. She chose NSMT after a recommendation from a graduate and because of the school's outstanding graduation rate. Since then, she has consistently demonstrated dedication, professionalism, and a genuine passion for helping others.

💜 Why Massage Therapy?
Alisa's love for helping people and her passion for health and wellness inspired her to pursue massage therapy. After realizing in 2022 that she could turn that passion into a career, she hasn't looked back.

✨ Why her classmates nominated her:
Alisa was recognized for her exceptional work ethic, positive attitude, and kindness. Her classmates describe her as someone who is always prepared, treats everyone with respect, is consistently on time, and is quick to help those around her. They also admire her dedication to becoming a compassionate, caring massage therapist and her commitment to giving her very best every day.

📚 A few fun facts about Alisa:
🍆 Favorite food: Roasted eggplant with sardines
🎬 Favorite movies: A Walk to Remember & Up
🎷 Favorite music: Jazz, classical, and especially Anita Baker
🌱 Hobbies: Gardening, working out, reading, listening to music, and spending time laughing with her siblings

💭 NSMT in one word:
Efficient

🎓 After graduation:
Alisa plans to work as a massage therapist for a year before, God willing, opening her own private practice.

Congratulations, Alisa! Your compassion, dedication, and willingness to support those around you make you a wonderful example of what it means to be part of the NSMT family. We are proud to celebrate you and can't wait to see all that you accomplish!

💜 Help us congratulate Alisa in the comments below! 👏🎉

07/11/2026

☀️🎓 Summer Lovin'... happened so fast! 🎶

A huge congratulations to our Red Rabbits on graduating at the end of June! What an incredible journey it's been watching each of you grow in knowledge, confidence, and skill. We can't wait to see the impact you'll make in the massage therapy profession.

🌟 A special shout-out to Ali and Caleb for already passing the MBLEX! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and we are so proud of you! 👏🎉

💚 And to Chassity and Sammy—your finish line is just around the corner! Keep believing in yourselves, trust everything you've learned, and walk into your MBLEX with confidence. You've got this, and we're cheering you on every step of the way! 💪📚

Once a Red Rabbit, always a Red Rabbit. Congratulations, Class of 2026! Your future is bright! 🎓✨

07/08/2026

07/08/2026

🌟 **NSMT Student of the Month – Congratulations, Zach!** 🌟

This month we're proud to recognize **Zach** as our **Student of the Month!** 👏

Originally from **Milan, Tennessee**, Zach has been a student at Nashville School of Massage Therapy for the past **5 months**, and his passion for learning and serving others shines through in everything he does.

As a competitive bodybuilder and fitness professional, Zach understands firsthand the impact that quality bodywork can have on recovery and performance. That experience inspired him to pursue a career in massage therapy so he can help athletes, active professionals, entertainers, and everyday clients move better, recover faster, and feel their best.

When asked why he chose NSMT, Zach shared:

*"I wasn't looking for the fastest path to a license—I wanted an education that would help me master my craft and build a long-term career."*

He credits our hands-on clinical experience for helping him develop confidence, refine his techniques, and learn how to tailor each session to meet the individual needs of every client.

When describing NSMT in one word, Zach chose **"Empowering."** 💙

After graduation, Zach plans to launch **Valentino Bodywork**, a luxury massage and bodywork practice that will offer both an upscale treatment suite and mobile massage services.

# # # A few fun facts about Zach:

🍔 Favorite Food: Burger & Fries with a Cookies & Cream Milkshake
🎬 Favorite Movie: *House Party*
🎵 Favorite Artist: Chris Brown
💪 Hobbies: Bodybuilding, fitness, creating content, spending time with his wife, studying massage therapy, and growing his future business.

Congratulations, Zach! Your work ethic, professionalism, and dedication to becoming the very best massage therapist you can be make you an outstanding representative of NSMT. We are incredibly proud of you and can't wait to see where your journey takes you!

👏 Help us congratulate Zach in the comments! 🎉

07/07/2026

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We are proud to announce that Nashville School of Massage Therapy's Institutional Director, Angela Poe, LMT, A.A.S., B.S., is a candidate for the Alliance for Massage Therapy Education (AFMTE) Board of Directors!

Angela has dedicated her career to advancing massage therapy education and supporting the success of students, educators, and the profession as a whole. We are honored to see her passion and leadership recognized through this opportunity to serve the Alliance on a national level.

The slate of candidates for the AFMTE Board of Directors is now available. Alliance members are encouraged to visit afmte.org/election to learn more about all three candidates by reviewing their bios, CVs/resumes, and Leadership Development Committee interviews.

🗳️ The election will take place this summer prior to the AFMTE Annual Business Meeting on August 15, 2026.

Congratulations, Angela! We are proud to support your commitment to strengthening massage therapy education and wish you the very best throughout the election.

Thank you to the Alliance for Massage Therapy Education and to all members whose dedication and participation continue to shape the future of massage & bodywork education.