At AM Academy, we know that choosing to train as a therapist is a big step – both for those who just want to try out the profession and for those who dream of standing on their own two feet with their own clinic or working as a regular therapist. We combine solid professional knowledge with high practical relevance, so you’ll experience a common thread from the first introduction to the advanced techniques you can master at the end. Our experienced trainers come from the industry themselves, and our classrooms are fully equipped with both treatment benches and modern facilities.
Whether you want to complement your current job profile, make a career change, or build your dream practice, we guide you through the entire process with personalized feedback sessions and ongoing training opportunities. Choose from three targeted programs, each designed for different ambitions and needs.
Physician-certified Physiurgical & Sports Massage Therapist
Perfect as a side hustle or for those who want to test the trade before going all in:
Target Audience: Hobby or part-time massage therapists, fitness instructors, personal trainers and anyone who wants basic anatomy, physiology and massage tools.
Content: Classic physiurgical massage, sports massage techniques and injury prevention.
Duration: Shorter courses to quickly acquire basic skills and put them into practice.
Musculupat®
If you dream of working full-time as a therapist in a clinic or with athletes, Musculupat® is the obvious choice:
Target group: Future self-employed therapists, clinic assistants or sports support staff.
Content: Extended range of services including connective tissue therapy, reflexology, acupuncture, joint mobilization and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Benefits:
RAB registration-ready training
VAT exemption on treatments
Access to networking and supervision
Spa therapist
Denmark’s spa scene is growing, and our new Spa Therapist program equips you to deliver luxurious wellness experiences:
Target audience: Spa and wellness centers, hotels and resorts, secondary therapists looking to expand their portfolio.
Content: Wellness massages, body wraps, facials, exfoliation techniques and customer service.
Duration: Courses focusing on both theory and practice in authentic spa facilities.
Frequently asked questions
What is Musculupati®
Musculupati® is a specialized form of treatment and education that combines Western physiology and anatomy with principles from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The aim of musculupati is to create a holistic approach to treating the body, working on both physical and psychological aspects to achieve lasting results.
Main features of Musculupati®:
Holistic treatment:
- Focus on both the physical structures of the body (muscles, joints, connective tissue) and the connection between body and mind.
- Integrates Western medical knowledge with TKM, such as meridian pathways and the five elements.
Advanced techniques:
- Treatment methods such as myofascial release, reflexology, joint release, pulsation, stretching and 5-point acupuncture.
- Focus on functional neurology and the impact of the mind on the musculoskeletal system.
The client/practitioner conversation:
- The training emphasizes communication between therapist and client to understand and adapt treatment to the client’s needs.
Theory and practice:
- A strong theoretical understanding of anatomy and physiology is fundamental to the program.
- Combining theory and practice ensures practitioners can understand and adapt treatment based on individual assessment.
Protected title:
- The title Musculupat® is protected and can only be used by practitioners who have completed the official training.
Unique benefits:
- Musculupati sets itself apart by providing a more comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to treatment than many other body therapy methods. The combined use of different techniques and theories often ensures faster and more effective results.
How is musculupati used?
Musculupati is often used by therapists working with clients with:
- Chronic pain.
- Stress-related tension.
- Sports injuries.
- Psychological physical symptoms.
The treatment is designed to enable the practitioner to adapt the treatment to the individual client and combine techniques to achieve the best result.
Can I get a job after graduation?
Answer. The job opportunities are very good.
AM Academy receives many inquiries from chiropractors, physiotherapists, health centers, etc. who are looking for therapists trained at AM Academy. We provide the service of relaying these postings on our internal pages.
We handpick the most talented students and offer them jobs in our own clinic TAKE A BREAK Spa.
Is there an age limit?
Are there any costs in addition to the training price?
For Step 1 and Step 2, everything is included in the price. For Step 3, you should expect an additional cost of approximately DKK 1,500 for the purchase of books.
Do you need any prior knowledge of massage?
On the other hand, if you have prior knowledge, there is less homework for you.
Can I be exempt from VAT after graduation?
To become VAT exempt, you need 660 lessons across different subjects. You can achieve this (and a little more) if you take all 3 steps of our training ladder. This means that you cannot be VAT exempt if you only choose to take Step 1 or Step 1+2. This doesn’t mean you can’t start up as self-employed, you’ll just be liable for VAT on your treatments. However, if you want to work full-time as a therapist, we recommend that you become VAT exempt, as it is a great financial advantage.
You can also combine Step or training from another school with our VAT exemption modules. You can read more about this here: VAT exemption for alternative therapists.
Can I have a full-time job while doing my degree?
Yes, we do. Most of our students have full-time jobs on the side. You choose whether you want to start on a day shift, evening shift or weekend shift, so you can adapt the training to your everyday life.
Do AM Academy programs count as RAB hours?
Yes. All training hours count as RAB hours. This also applies to most of our courses – however, this can vary.
Which school should I choose?
We have no basis for assessing the teaching at other schools, but as many new schools start up in a short time and then close down again, leaving behind students who have paid but not received an education, we recommend choosing a school that has been around for many years, which AM Academy (former AM Massage School) has (since 1991). When you later apply for a job as a massage therapist, it is a great advantage to come from a recognized school with a good reputation. Normally, you should be wary if something is free, as you usually get what you pay for, therefore the price of the education here will be many thousands of dollars more expensive than with us, unfortunately nothing is free. You also have to remember that many schools market their way of teaching as the only right way, and that’s fine, but some also devalue the teaching at other schools, and we think you should refrain from that. One example is whether the practical teaching should be done by physiotherapists. Let’s be clear that a physiotherapist has a very good education and theoretical knowledge, but it is common knowledge that they hardly massage anymore, but are experts in training programs, rehabilitation and other techniques. That’s why here at the school we have skilled experienced masseurs to teach the massage part and physiotherapists to teach other techniques such as Functional Neurology and Sports Injuries.
Yes, we do. AM Academy has a doctor who has approved our material and is an examiner for our theoretical exams.