World Massage Festival &
Massage Therapy Hall of Fame


July 12-14, 2024 - AMC
July 14-18 2024 - WMF
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Cherokee, NC


Our Mission Statement: To honor those who built the bridges for our profession,
to educate the general public about massage, to educate therapists
about different types of massage and to have fun.








Heather Kew


Heather Kew is a Massage Therapist and Medical Aesthetician with more than 18 years experience in the Health and Wellness and Spa industries. Since completing her Massage training in 2005 and her Advanced Medical Aesthetics training in 2009, she has been treating clients in both clinical and spa environments, including managing internationally recognized Spas in Canada. Heather is extremely passionate about moving Massage Therapy forward through education and advocacy and has been involved as the President of the Massage Therapists Association of Alberta, the Secretary of the Transitional Council of the College of Massage Therapists of Alberta, a board member of the Canadian Massage Therapists Alliance, and a Massage Therapy representative on the Motor Vehicle Collision Task Force for Alberta. Heather currently teaches manual therapists across North America how to confidently, effectively, and safely treat with advanced techniques that will save their hands and extend their careers. When she is not teaching or treating clients, Heather can be found baking a mean batch of chocolate chip cookies with her two kids.



Discover the Revolutionary Power of Kinetic Cupping!
6 CE Credit Hours

In the world of therapeutic practices, cupping has long been revered for its relaxation benefits. However, in recent years, dynamic or massage cupping has taken center stage, captivating countless individuals seeking enhanced therapeutic advantages. And now, a groundbreaking innovation has arrived - combining cupping with movement, unleashing unparalleled therapeutic potential. Introducing Kinetic Cupping - the game-changing fusion of cupping tools and both active and passive movement to unlock a world of unrestricted potential. Experience the profound release of restrictions, the alleviation of pain, and the remarkable increase in range of motion. Evidence strongly suggests that practitioners of manual therapy can achieve even better outcomes when skillfully employing tools in conjunction with active movement exercises. In this highly specialized course, you will receive comprehensive step-by-step instructions to perform Kinetic Cupping techniques for the upper and lower body with utmost precision and expertise. Master these advanced methodologies and acquire the indispensable skills to immediately implement Kinetic Cupping in your practice, witnessing transformative results with your patients. Elevate your therapeutic prowess and embark on an exhilarating journey of healing and rejuvenation. Unleash the potential of Kinetic Cupping - Enroll now and revolutionize your therapeutic approach!

PLEASE DO NOT WEAR PERFUME, COLOGNE OR ESSENTIAL OILS TO CLASS.



Unlock the Power of Massage Cupping
4 CE Credit Hours

Discover the transformative benefits of integrating Massage Cupping with other Massage Therapy techniques such as trigger point therapy or deep tissue massage. The synergy of these approaches amplifies the effectiveness of your massage treatments, offering your clients an unrivaled experience. Massage Cupping employs negative suction (decompression) to draw the fascia and muscles upwards into the cup, promoting heightened blood flow and alleviating muscle tightness. By harnessing the power of suction, Massage Cupping works wonders in softening tight muscles and scar tissue, releasing adhesions, lifting connective tissue, and ushering hydration and blood flow to body tissues. A comprehensive and traditional treatment, it provides immense relief to patients suffering from chronic muscle tightness and pain. Immerse yourself in this 4-hour course tailored for manual therapy practitioners seeking to incorporate Massage Cupping as an invaluable soft tissue tool within their clinical environment. From learning the various techniques to understanding ideal applications for specific areas, this course equips you with the fundamental skills and knowledge to elevate your therapeutic practice. Save your hands and body from fatigue while enhancing your treatments with the transformative power of Massage Cupping. Enroll today and unleash the potential of Massage Cupping - Your clients will thank you!

PLEASE DO NOT WEAR PERFUME, COLOGNE OR ESSENTIAL OILS TO CLASS.