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MEMBERSHIP HAS MANY BENEFITS!
Connect - Learn - Grow - Succeed

 
 

Membership in the FSMTA has many excellent benefits to enhance your professional career and to help you succeed! 

FSMTA is an industry leader and the preferred massage association since 1939. 

Your membership is valid for a full twelve months from the time your application is processed and 100% of your membership dues go toward the work of uniting, promoting and protecting massage therapists and the entire profession. Upon joining the FSMTA, Florida LMT’s are automatically a member of their local chapter at no extra cost. A portion of your membership dues support our local chapters that bring services and events to your area. 

FSMTA Membership Applications

You can join the FSMTA and receive all of the benefits of membership for as little as $14.95 per month, with a 1 year commitment. We have multiple member categories and payment options to choose from. Please choose one of the options below for more information or to complete and submit your online application for membership to the Association.

 

Member Types:

Florida LMT Member
 
National LMT Member
 
Associate (Non-LMT)
Massage Student
 
Retired LMT
 
Massage School

 Not able to join online, please click here for a printable version of the FSMTA Membership Application.

FSMTA offers several easy ways to pay.  You can sign up for only $14.95 a month, with a 1 year commitment on our auto-bill program, or pay for the membership in full at $125 for 1 year.  There is a small application fee of $15 for new members and memberships that have expired for more than 30 days.

The low membership price DOES NOT include insurance, but once a member you can obtain insurance for the affordable rate of only $109 from an affiliate. We continue to work and provide even greater value to your FSMTA Membership and our benefits just keep growing.

 Join today to connect, learn, grow and succeed!

 

Membership Levels

         
  TYPE PERIOD FEE INITIATION TOTAL  
  Florida Licensed Massage Therapist 1 year $125.00 $15.00 $140.00  
  Florida Licensed Massage Therapist (Monthly Payment) 1 year
$14.95 $15.00 $29.95  
 
National Licensed Massage Therapist
1 year $125.00 $15.00 $140.00  
 
National Licensed Massage Therapist (Monthly Payment)
1 year
$14.95 $15.00 $29.95  
  Massage Therapy Student (Enrolled) 1 year $50.00 $15.00 $65.00  
  Retired Massage Therapist (License Retired) 1 year $50.00 $15.00 $65.00  
  Associate Member (Non-LMT) 1 year $125.00 $15.00 $140.00  
  Associate Member (Non-LMT) - (Monthly Payment)
1 year
$14.95 $15.00 $29.95  
  Massage School 1 year $125.00 $15.00 $140.00  
             

   
   
 

Florida Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) Membership

 
 

Membership in the Florida State Massage Therapy Association has many excellent benefits to help enhance your professional career, including but not limited to:

  • 19 Local Chapters throughout the state of Florida
  • Access to Optional Professional Liability Insurance
  • Annual Convention with substantial member discounts
  • FREE or low-cost CE programs on the chapter level
  • FREE subscription to Massage Message magazine and chapter newsletters
  • FSMTA Sports Massage Team
  • FREE listing in the FSMTA Therapist Locator
  • and much more!
Don’t Hesitate, Join Today!

100% of your membership dues go to the promotion and protection of the massage therapy profession in the state of Florida. Upon joining the FSMTA, you are automatically a member of your local chapter at no extra cost. This membership is also available on our auto-bill plan!

 
 
    
 

National Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) Membership

 
 

Join FSMTA as a National LMT Member and enjoy the benefits we offer to our members:

  • Access to Optional Professional Liability Insurance
  • Annual Convention with substantial member discounts
  • FREE or low-cost CE programs on the chapter level
  • FREE subscription to Massage Message magazine and chapter newsletters
  • FSMTA Sports Massage Team
  • FREE listing in the FSMTA Therapist Locator
  • and much more!
Don’t Hesitate, Join Today!

100% of your membership dues go to the promotion and protection of the massage therapy profession in Florida which has the potential to impact other states. Upon joining the FSMTA, you can choose to be a member of a Florida chapter or have no affiliation and be a member-at-large (chapter affiliation is at no additional cost). This membership is also available on our auto-bill plan!

 
 
     
 

Associate/Business Membership (Non-LMT)

 
 

Membership at FSMTA is not limited to only Massage Therapists.  As a business, organization or individual, you can join FSMTA and receive many of our membership benefits. By joining you also support the ongoing work that FSMTA does to advance, promote and protect the massage profession. 

FSMTA maintains a strong presence in Tallahassee, where a part of your membership dues helps support. We promote and initiate legislative platforms to improve the status of massage, their right to practice, and their right to be part of the Health Care Delivery System.

Our vision statement: To Promote Public Awareness of Massage Therapy in Florida Through Education and Professionalism.

Start receiving the benefits of membership today and join the association that has been working for the profession since 1939!

Associate Members get great discounts on booth space at the convention, access to all the membership benefits, great discounts at Convention, as well as access to deep discounts at Office Depot, WINSTAR payment solutions, and so many more.

Don’t Hesitate, Join Today

100% of your membership dues go to the promotion and protection of the massage therapy profession around the nation. Upon joining the FSMTA, you are automatically a member of your local chapter at no extra cost. This membership is also available on our auto-bill plan!

 
 
   
 

 Retired LMT Membership

 
 

Thank you for being a massage therapist and adding value to our profession through your work! We know that the decision to retire is not an easy one and many massage therapists still want the opportunity to be involved and assist in some way. Retired LMT members can attend chapter meetings, volunteer and enjoy FSMTA member benefits and discounts. 

Retired LMT membership is only $50 for the year. Joining as a retired member saves $90 on membership dues. Retired LMT Membership requires proof of license retirement from the state in which the license was held.

 
     
 
Don’t Hesitate, Join Today
   
 

Massage Student Membership

 
 

Congratulations! You’re on your way to becoming a massage therapist. With so much to learn at school, make one decision that will put your mind at ease, join FSMTA as a student member.

By joining as a student you’ll save $90 on membership dues! Student membership is only $50 for the year. When you graduate from school and receive your massage license, give us a call. We’ll upgrade your membership status to an LMT for FREEsaving you $90!!

By becoming a student member of FSMTA you’ll be able to network with other massage therapists, become involved in your local chapter, and learn from guest speakers at your local chapter meetings. You’ll be able to talk to other students and seasoned massage therapists all in one place! Some chapters have mentoring programs you can become involved in.

Don’t Hesitate, Join Today!

100% of your membership dues go to the promotion and protection of the massage therapy profession around the nation. Upon joining the FSMTA, you are automatically a member of your local chapter at no extra cost. 

 
 
     
 

Massage School Membership

 
   

As a school member of FSMTA you will receive special opportunities:

  • Listing on our Massage Schools page on our website with a link to your website
  • A feature in our Massage Message magazine via the School Spotlight
  • Post your school news and events via the School Blackboard in our Massage Message
  • A member from your school can attend our Annual Convention and Trade Show at the membership rate

FSMTA recommends only our member schools.

Don’t Delay, Join FSMTA Today!

100% of your membership dues go to the promotion and protection of the massage therapy profession around the nation. Upon joining the FSMTA, you are automatically a member of your local chapter at no extra cost. 

 
 
   

RENEWING MEMBERS

 
 

Is it time to renew your FSMTA Membership? Membership renewal invoices are emailed to you starting 90 days before your membership expiration date. Within the message is an option to view your renewal invoice, select the PAY button and follow the prompts. Membership dues are non-refundable.

Member Login to update your profile: All you need is your username and password. Don’t know your username or password? You can reset your password here or retrieve your username here. If you are still unable to log in please e-mail us at [email protected] or call at 407-786-3307. We’ll be happy to help. 

Membership DOES NOT include insurance. Members can purchase professional liability insurance at a special discounted rate through an affiliate. We keep the membership and insurance separate and offer customized coverage in an effort to be as flexible as possible and enable more people to join and participate in the Association. 

 
 

By joining the Florida State Massage Therapy Association you are entitled to many additional membership benefits!

Full List of Membership Benefits:

  • We have 19 Chapters throughout the state of Florida and are growing nationwide! Each chapter meets once a month to discuss business and activities in their local area. Also included at these meetings are Continuing Education hours. If you are a member of FSMTA these hours can be FREE! Click here to find out information about your local chapter.
  • Each chapter participates in local community service events and outreach programs throughout the year.
  • You can join the FSMTA Sports Massage Team and work throughout the state of Florida at various events, meeting new people and new clients.
  • Become a part of your Chapter Chair Massage Team.
  • Joining the FSMTA gives you exclusive access to reduced rates on comprehensive coverage for your massage practice, including professional and premises liability insurance, general liability insurance and business personal property coverage. Learn more about this optional membership benefit here.
  • FREE listing in the FSMTA Therapist Locator
  • FSMTA has a presence in Tallahassee where our lobbyists, legislative committee, legislative chairperson, and retained attorney all work on your behalf to ensure the legislature knows the concerns of massage therapists.  Please see the About Us page to learn about our legislative achievements.
  • Legislative Awareness Days: A yearly event during which FSMTA LMTs visit Tallahassee to promote awareness of the benefits of massage therapy and to keep everyone informed of any legislative issues affecting our profession.
  • Check out our Annual Convention with substantial member discounts! FSMTA’s Convention is where the Massage Therapists of Florida and beyond prepare for the future. Therapists from all around the world come to check out massage modalities of all kinds, meet up with other massage therapists, and shop for new and innovative massage therapy products.
  • Every quarter you will receive our Massage Message publication – exclusive to our members.
  • Massage Therapy Awareness Week:  Every October, during a week designated by the Governor, FSMTA organizes events throughout the state to increase public awareness of massage therapy and its benefits.
  • Representation at all Board of Massage Therapy Meetings, including reports in the Massage Message after every board meeting.
  • As a member of the FSMTA  you are able to use of the FSMTA logo for your marketing and promotions
  • Promotional and Professional Practice Products: Online Store Now Open!

For more information on the benefits e-mail [email protected] today.