Why Join?
When you join USOLMT, you're joining a network of change-makers who want to make a positive difference in the world of massage therapy by creating a massive shift in the expansion and sustainability of our industry. We look for new solutions to old problems, and are here to provide support, information, and guidance.
Member Benefits
the best professional association membership pricing + insurance in the industry!
Our partner, Insurance Canopy provides A+ rated liability insurance with a monthly payment option starting at just $10.00, or you can purchase an annual policy for $96. USOLMT Members receive a discount code for free, unlimited additional insureds on your policy. Purchase your insurance today in our Members Discounts section! If you are a member of another association that provides insurance to you as part of your membership, we suggest joining USOLMT in addition to your association! Expand your industry benefits for only $6.25 a month!
TRANSPARENCY & monthly updates
Our members have access to our core documents, program information, and financial information. We build trust with our membership base through ethical, integrity-led leadership, transparency, authenticity, and leadership accessibility. Our members also receive detailed monthly updates in video format from our Executive Director.
leadership training
All leadership council members receive thorough training in transformational leadership and how to lead our organization. Members will have access to leadership training in our On-Demand Courses. We provide workplace leadership training for the benefit of our Employee & Employer members on topics such as People Management, Front Desk, Sales, and Lead Therapist training. (These courses are still in development. We expect them to be completed over time throughout 2022) We also publish links to recommended leadership courses and books outside of our organization for our members.
monthly updates
Members receive a monthly video update from the Executive Director discussing the business of USOLMT. Monthly update includes any updates to the structure, the goals and milestones of the organization, decisions made by the Council, the financial health of the organization, operations and policy, marketing initiatives, government relations, advocacy actions taken, engagement opportunities, upcoming events, educational developments, membership status, campaigns, current projects, fundraising, and planning. We want to keep you well-informed and remain transparent in our efforts.
USOLMT CE Academy
We offer CE course discounts with our partner providers. All providers are NCBTMB approved. At this time, we are looking for more CE partner providers to collaborate with. Partner providers will receive free advertising in our upcoming magazine, Hands Together. There are benefits for your generosity, like getting in front of our growing audience!
resources
USOLMT is a one-stop-shop for information related to our industry for members. Members have access to a Helpful Sites page which includes links to all massage associations, massage information, business coaches, CE providers, Current news regarding Massage Therapy and more. This page will be updated as additional information becomes available. We also provide the most comprehensive list of state-by-state information available in the industry for free under our Advocacy menu. Check it out today!
research
USOLMT does surveys and polls throughout the year and analyzes the research done by other agencies that may be relevant to our members. We also research the massage community to identify common issues. Going forward, the results of this research will be shared on an annual basis with our members, 30 days prior to its release to the public. Additionally, USOLMT conducts market, labor and industry research at the request of our members or the public for an additional fee.
employer standards
USOLMT is on the lookout for the BEST employers in our industry! Are you creative with your benefits? Do you offer something to your employees that most spas or clinics don't? Are you a stand-out, incredible, amazing massage employer in your area? Do you pay a salary to your employees? Tell us what makes you cool, and get on our prime employer list! We're bringing the best of the best together across the nation to help training other massage employers how to elevate their business and practice in an employee-centric way.
discount PROGRAM
USOLMT has a great discount program, working with industry partners to provide you with service, coaching, and product discounts!