Academy for massage & body therapy
Discover a world of possibilities in massage and body therapy. Become part of a community where passion and professionalism go hand in hand.
Our experienced trainers are ready to guide you on your journey towards a career as a practitioner.
Sign up for our intro course and get a taste of what we have to offer.
Which education should I choose
Working with people and helping others is a great profession that many people find themselves wanting to do at some point in their lives. Massage or muscle therapy is one of many ways to help others and experience the energy and positivity you get from it. It’s important to decide how you want to help and what you want to help with. Whichever way you choose to go, it’s important to have the right knowledge to be able to help properly.
The human body is amazing and has many intricacies, which is why it takes time to learn to understand it. If you want to give treatments, you need to choose what kind you want to give. If it’s a relaxing one, which can be great for stressed people, or if you want to help people with muscular problems, such as sports injuries, tension due to poor posture, etc. there is a big difference in the knowledge you need. If it’s muscular problems that interest you, you obviously need to know a lot about the body and muscles. To be able to help in the best possible way, it’s important to be able to look at the body as a whole, as problems elsewhere in the body can also manifest as muscle pain. This means that there are many aspects to work from, and it requires a great deal of theoretical knowledge to be able to do this.
When choosing your education, it’s also important to look at the education requirements for different jobs. If you want to be a massage therapist as your main profession, it makes sense to be exempt from VAT on your treatments, as you will earn much more. It can also be a good idea to become a Registered Alternative Practitioner (RAB) as only these practitioners are covered by health insurance. To meet these requirements, you must have at least 660 hours of education which very few programs meet, but if you take a Musculupat education with us, you meet all requirements from both SKAT and RAB.
If you’re not sure what you want to do with your education, you can always start by becoming a Physician Certified Physiurgical or Sports Massage Therapist, and if you wish, you can later study further to become a Musculupat and get credit. Being medically qualified means that the masseur is trained by a doctor who has approved the training, and at the same time gives customers who book treatment peace of mind that the therapist is trained. A masseur is not a protected title and anyone can call themselves a masseur, but you can ONLY call yourself medically qualified if you are. Musculupat, on the other hand, is a trademarked title and can only be used by those who have this training.
It can be a jungle to navigate, so if you have any doubts or questions, we are ready to answer them.
What does AM stand for
- We strive to offer the best massage training in Denmark and do not compromise on quality.
- Our goal is to give our students a useful and practical education.
- We want to give our students the best qualifications so that in the future they will offer massage treatments of the highest quality.
- We train massage therapists who are ready to work as an employee or to become self-employed.
- We give you an education for life, as we take you by the hand and help you all the way to your new career.
Musculupat®
The ultimate training for those who want to work with body and muscles. You learn to combine techniques based on a combination of Western science and Traditional Chinese Medicine. With a Musculupat education, you get an 800-hour education that meets the requirements for both VAT exemption and RAB as a therapist. In addition to the basic training, you will also have the opportunity to specialize in areas such as sports massage, rehabilitation and stress management. Our experienced trainers will guide you through practical exercises and theoretical studies so you can become a competent practitioner. Take the first step towards a meaningful career in a growing industry and join our community of passionate professionals.
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Physician-certified Sports & Injury Therapist
The program is tailored for those who want to become a competent massage therapist with a deeper understanding and more advanced techniques for treating sports and other injuries. Through an intensive 195-hour program, you will gain valuable knowledge and practical skills that will enable you to help your clients effectively.
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Physician-certified Physiurgical Massage Therapist
Experience an in-depth massage therapy education that combines both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Upon completion, you will be fully equipped to work as a professional massage therapist, whether you want to join a clinic or start your own practice. The 165-hour program gives you the expertise you need to help others find relief and well-being.
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WHICH PROGRAM SHOULD I CHOOSE?
Working with people and helping others is a great profession that many people find themselves wanting to do at some point in their lives. Massage or muscle therapy is one of many ways to help others and experience the energy and positivity you get from it. It’s important to decide how you want to help and what you want to help with. Whichever way you choose to go, it’s important to have the right knowledge to be able to help properly.
The human body is amazing and has many intricacies, which is why it takes time to learn to understand it. If you want to give treatments, you need to choose what kind you want to give. If it’s a relaxing one, which can be great for stressed people, or if you want to help people with muscular problems, such as sports injuries, tension due to poor posture, etc. there is a big difference in the knowledge you need. If it’s muscular problems that interest you, you obviously need to know a lot about the body and muscles. To be able to help in the best possible way, it’s important to be able to look at the body as a whole, as problems elsewhere in the body can also manifest as muscle pain. This means that there are many aspects to work from, and it requires a great deal of theoretical knowledge to be able to do this.
When choosing your education, it’s also important to look at the education requirements for different jobs. If you want to be a massage therapist as your main profession, it makes sense to be exempt from VAT on your treatments, as you will earn much more. It can also be a good idea to become a Registered Alternative Practitioner (RAB) as only these practitioners are covered by health insurance.
To meet the requirements for VAT exemption and RAB, you must have at least 660 hours of education , which very few programs meet, but if you take a Musculupat education with us, you meet all requirements from both SKAT and RAB. If you’re not sure what you want to do with your education, you can always start by becoming a Physician Certified Physiurgical or Sports Massage Therapist, and if you wish, you can later study further to become a Musculupat and get credit. Being medically qualified means that the masseur is trained by a doctor who has approved the training, and at the same time gives customers who book treatment peace of mind that the therapist is trained. A masseur is not a protected title and anyone can call themselves a masseur, but you can ONLY call yourself medically qualified if you are. Musculupat, on the other hand, is a trademarked title and can only be used by those who have this training.
It can be a jungle to navigate, so if you have any doubts or questions, we are ready to answer them.
Book a viewing
You are very welcome to stop by AM Academy and be shown around by the head of school – Susan Wichmand – or someone from the administration.
A tour at AM Academy gives you the opportunity to experience our beautiful building in Frederiksberg, as well as the school’s facilities.
You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have regarding enrollment of our programs or courses.
Call today and book an appointment for a viewing.
+45 4453 5751
4 REASONS TO CHOOSE AM ACADEMY
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Highest quality
AM Academy offers quality education and does not compromise on quality, which is why we have no intensive quick fixes to becoming a trained therapist. Our goal is to give our students a useful and practical education and the best qualifications to help other people.
Good job opportunities
We can currently offer a job guarantee after graduation. With our many years in the industry and a well-established reputation, we experience high demand for therapists who have trained with us. We are also happy to help you achieve your dreams of becoming self-employed.
Small teams
We have a maximum of 12 students per class. Classes are not made larger than necessary to accommodate everyone’s learning paths, which we have incorporated into our teaching materials, such as videos, puzzles and memory games. We therefore also have room for students with special needs.
RAB & VAT exemption
We have incorporated the Danish Health Authority’s lesson requirements for RAB & SKAT’s requirements for VAT exemption into our Musculupat training. We also offer RAB lessons to students from outside.
How do you become a RAB?
AM Academy helps you get an overview of rules, education requirements, etc. RAB & VAT exemption. The rules are not exactly the same for RAB and VAT exemption, but they have many similarities and are therefore often confused. There are no official requirements on what it basically takes to be and become a massage therapist. Likewise, the title “masseur” is not protected. This can make it difficult for potential clients to identify skilled massage therapists and find high-quality massage/treatment.
Read more about your options for RAB & VAT exemption here →
Are you already a trained massage therapist? Can we help you achieve the training requirement for RAB & VAT exemption?
Thinking about becoming a massage therapist? We advise you to choose a program where training requirements for RAB & VAT exemption are incorporated into the lesson structure.
Read also about the Danish Association of Practitioners’ rules and procedures for RAB →