Santa Barbara Body Therapy Institute
We are a holistic massage school
where lives change, since 1984.
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Why Enroll at SBBTI?

5 Reasons Why You Should Study at SBBTI:

1. Experience personal growth  & transformation
At SBBTI, our students discover a greater awareness about their physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies.  Students learn how to implement selfcare practices such as Qi Gong, Nutrition, Breath-work, Exercise, as well as Massage Therapy.  Through our programs, you can gain greater awareness of the body, self-confidence, how energetically we are connected to each other.  Get more comfortable in your own skin by be able to give better massages for yourself, family and friends


2. Join a Community of Healers
Students and Alumni at SBBTI are often considered an extended family.  Join into classes here, Welcoming, loving, supportive safe place.  Nice to go through a program who are going throughthe same thing you are.  Continually lear=n and grow from eachother.  It changed my day to get a massage in class!

3. Build a rewarding career


4. Flexible Schedules
Students seeking employment within the city of Santa Barbara (satisfying Santa Barbara City’s 200 hour requirement) can complete their training in 3-6 months.

Students seeking State Certification or employment within municipalities such as Goleta that require 500 hours or CAMTC certification may complete their training in 6 months (attending 2 days,  4 mornings or 4 evenings weekly) or extend up to 15 months (attending 2 classes or clinics weekly).

5. Affordable education
We believe you should get an education without breaking the bank.  All of our students graduate debt free.  We offer flexible payment plans, and integrate with assistance programs such as Vocational Rehab, and Funding for Vetrans through the Post 911 GI Bill. 


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