By joining the Burke Williams Academy, you gain access to our elite, master's-level academy offering Certified CE courses. Our academy was founded in 2015 to grow and develop the finest massage therapists in the industry. These courses, often running thousands of dollars elsewhere, are offered completely free to our employees, removing the financial burden of taking your skills to the next level.
Deepen your expertise through advanced training in Shiatsu, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, and Prenatal Massage taught by seasoned instructors respected in their fields.
Each course blends in-depth theory with guided, hands-on practice and immediate feedback, leaving you confident, skilled, and fully prepared to enhance your work.
Rooted in reverence for the healing arts, each course weaves complete and enriching theory with mindful, hands-on guidance and real-time feedback, offering the wisdom, presence, and embodied skill to deepen your calling.
Join a thriving community of over 800 dedicated Burke Williams massage therapists, many of whom are seasoned experts highly proficient in their craft. You'll have access to a rich network of peer support, shared wisdom, and mentorship. Our passionate team of trainers is here to guide your growth and help you refine your technique. At Burke Williams, you’re never learning alone, you’re evolving within a circle of mastery.
Shiatsu: Advance your craft without sacrificing your time or paycheck. Our 120-hour Shiatsu course, valued at over $2,950, is offered at no cost exclusively to Burke Williams Massage Therapists. Designed to fit your schedule and fuel your passion, it’s our way of investing in the healer you already are and the one you’re becoming.
A deeply rooted Japanese form of bodywork grounded in the principles and mapping of Traditional Chinese Medicine that has been forged over 2,500 years, Shiatsu focuses on the flow of Qi and the body’s energy channels, offering a truly integrative approach that transcends the limits of conventional Western massage.
- A New Language of Touch: Learn to sense and work with Qi through the body’s meridian system, elevating your practice to move beyond muscle manipulation into whole-body alignment and balance.
- Treat the Root, Not Just the Symptom: Gain tools to address not only physical tension but also the emotional and energetic imbalances that underlie chronic issues, opening the door to more profound and lasting results for your clients.
- Synergy: Develop a more grounded, meditative approach to bodywork that integrates stillness, breath, and connection; transforming massage from physical effort into a collaborative healing art.
Lymphatic Drainage: Deepen your expertise without the financial burden. Our 50-hour Manual Lymphatic Drainage course, valued at over $2,200, is offered at no cost exclusively to Burke Williams Massage Therapists. Designed with your schedule in mind, this training lets you elevate your skills and expand your healing toolkit without sacrificing your time off or your income.
Unlike deep tissue or Swedish massage, which target muscle and fascia, Manual Lymphatic Drainage focuses on the body’s lymphatic system using gentle, rhythmic strokes to reduce swelling, support healing, and aid in natural detoxification
- Go Beyond the Muscle: Learn to engage the body’s internal healing systems by working with the lymphatic network unlocking a powerful, subtle method that truly relieves stagnation and supports long-term wellness from the inside out.
- Expand Your Inventory of Healing Tools: Add a highly pursued modality to your practice that addresses inflammation, post-surgical recovery, and immune function, offering results clients can feel beyond just muscle relief.
- Another Dimension to Healing: Step through a door to a modality that delivers tangible results and profound restoration.
Advanced Prenatal Massage: This in-depth, 40-hour training, valued at over $2,000, is offered at no cost to Burke Williams Massage Therapists and is thoughtfully designed to fit your schedule, giving you the time, space, and expert guidance needed to truly master the art of supporting expecting mothers.
Master proven techniques to confidently deliver pre and postnatal massage.
- Targeted Techniques for Common Discomforts: Gain effective, evidence-based methods to relieve pregnancy-specific issues like low back pain, hip tension, swelling, and sciatic discomfort without compromising safety.
- Confident, Compassionate Communication: Develop the clinical awareness and intuitive presence to hold space for emotional shifts, anxiety, and physical changes, offering a truly nurturing and informed experience.
- Specialized Positioning & Safety Protocols: Learn how to safely position and support clients throughout each trimester, ensuring both comfort and well-being for mother and baby.
Our courses are thoughtfully scheduled just once a week with evening and weekend options. You can maintain a robust client schedule while advancing your skills. No need to sacrifice income or take time off to grow. Qualified therapists only need to maintain three, 4 hour shifts per week to participate.
At Burke Williams, we believe mastery requires time, intention, and meaningful mentorship. Becoming a true expert takes more than a certification. It takes dedication, guided practice, and a deep respect for the healing arts.
At the Burke Williams Academy, you receive comprehensive, certified CE training from respected instructors who are leaders in their fields. Each course blends thoughtful theory with hands-on instruction, giving you the tools to confidently and safely deliver transformative results.
When you commit to mastering these advanced techniques, you do more than expand your skills. You elevate your presence, deepen your impact, and set yourself apart as a trusted professional in a field where true expertise is earned and deeply valued.
You already have the foundation. Now is the time to refine it, expand it, and step fully into your mastery. At Burke Williams, you are supported with the tools, mentorship, and advanced training to deepen your knowledge and stand out in your field.
Whether you are looking to broaden your skill set, grow your client base, or increase your earning potential, the Academy empowers you to reach new levels in your career.
Specializing in modalities like Shiatsu, Lymphatic Drainage, and Prenatal Massage allows you to offer something rare and meaningful. These are advanced techniques that require true presence, precision, and care. Commit to this path with us, and set yourself apart as a therapist known for excellence, depth, and results your clients can feel.
Choose Burke Williams, where your craft is respected and your growth is prioritized. Gain advanced skills, expert training, and the support you need to evolve into a confident, empowered master of therapeutic massage.
We’re dedicated to creating a work environment that supports your success and reflects the true value of your profession. That commitment shows up in the meaningful benefits we offer:
- Eligible for increased compensation every 650 hours worked or yearly anniversary, whichever comes first
- We believe experienced massage therapists deserve true flexibility and control over their time. With our flexible time off program, you can take time off without finding shift coverage. Give us 14 days' notice, no scrambling, no guilt, just freedom to live your life on your terms. You've spent your career caring for others; now it's time to work somewhere that cares for you.
