Mission Statement

AMTA Mission and Goals

The mission of the American Massage Therapy Association is to develop and advance the art, science and practice of massage therapy in a caring, professional and ethical manner in order to promote the health and welfare of humanity.

To serve its members, the public and the profession, the AMTA pursues the following goals:

• To establish massage therapy as integral to the maintenance of good health.
• To increase public awareness of the massage therapy profession.
• To promote high standards in providing massage therapy to the public.
• To increase access to quality massage therapy for all persons.
• To be an influential member of the health care community.
• To be a leader and a resource for issues in the field of massage therapy including: definitions; practice and education standards; legislation and regulation.
• To enhance the professional development and personal growth of members.
• To continue AMTA’s growth, development, organizational effectiveness and visibility.

In pursuit of the above goals, AMTA will be guided by the values of care and competency.

Mission Of The AMTA Virginia Chapter - Summary

The mission of the Virginia Chapter of the American Massage Therapy Association is to develop and advance the art, science and practice of massage therapy in a caring, professional, and ethical manner in order to promote the health and welfare of the people of Virginia.