Dynamic Integrative Bodywork School
Dynamic Integrative Bodywork School provides high-quality massage therapy training in Spokane, WA for students seeking a meaningful, flexible career in hands-on healthcare. Our small-group learning environment emphasizes personalized mentorship, clinical skill development, craniosacral therapy, and advanced palpation training to help graduates build confidence, help others heal, and create a practice they truly love.
Rooted in wisdom.
Guided by touch.
Designed for the bodyworkers of the future.
Hi, I’m Tina Heyer — founder and lead instructor of Dynamic Integrative Bodywork School.
After more than 20 years in practice and over a decade of teaching across Washington, I felt called to create a program that brings together everything I’ve learned: the science, the intuition, the approaches grounded in integrative manual therapy traditions and treatment principles, and the heart-centered way of being with clients that truly transforms people.
This school is the culmination of the work that has shaped me. It exists because I believe massage education can be more integrative, more grounded, and more meaningful — and because I feel personally responsible for preparing the next generation of bodyworkers with skill, presence, and integrity.
If you’re looking for an education rooted in deep body listening, clinical excellence, and a supportive learning environment… you’re exactly where you need to be.
Why Choose Dynamic Integrative Bodywork School?
Integrative, Whole-Body Philosophy
You’ll learn gentle, effective, techniques that are grounded in integrative manual therapy traditions, including craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, lymphatic & venous drainage, fascia-informed touch, and foundational massage therapy.
A Calm, Heart-Centered Learning Environment
Grounded, patient, and trauma-aware, our teaching style supports deep learning without pressure or overwhelm. We move at a pace that allows students to absorb, integrate, and grow. I’m honored to have been recognized by the AMTA Washington Chapter as an Outstanding Instructor, and I strive to live up to that recognition in every class.
Small Classes & Mentor-Based Training
You’ll never feel lost in a crowd. Individual attention and hands-on guidance are foundations of this school.
Science + Intuition
You’ll understand what your hands feel — and trust what your body knows.
Program at a Glance
Location: Spokane, Washington
Format: Most learning happens in person, through guided, hands-on practice. A few courses are taught through online video sessions, with dedicated class time for review, questions, and deeper integration of the material.
Program Length: Structured to meet or exceed Washington state requirements—625 hours, in 47 weeks. The program takes just under 12 months.
Class Size: Limited enrollment for deep, individualized learning
Includes:
Foundational sciences
Massage techniques
Clinical practice
Ethics, business & communication
Advanced integrative modalities
Our curriculum is intentionally layered so that skills build naturally, steadily, and confidently.
Curriculum
Foundational Sciences
Human anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and pathology taught in a grounded, digestible, body-centered way. As you learn the anatomy, physiology, and pathology behind the work, you’ll discover how your hands can gently influence structure, function, and health in your clients.
Massage Techniques & Foundations
Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial therapy, integrative massage, treatment-focused work, and client communication skills.
Advanced Bodywork Approaches
Unique to this school, students will be introduced to holistic and integrative methods, including:
Craniosacral therapy
Visceral manipulation
Lymphatic & venous drainage
Integrative bodywork
Fascia-informed touch
Professionalism & Ethics
Clear boundaries, trauma literacy, communication, charting, and safe practice standards.
Business Foundations for Practice Building
You’ll receive practical, real-world business guidance from an instructor who actively runs a successful practice and understands what it takes to thrive as an independent practitioner. From branding and client communication to pricing, scheduling, and creating sustainable systems, you’ll learn how to build a practice that reflects your values and supports your life.
Graduates leave this program feeling confident, empowered, and fully prepared to start their own practice—rather than feeling limited to working for someone else.Clinical Practice & Mentorship
Supervised sessions that help you integrate everything you learn into real-world treatment.
Teaching Philosophy
Our goal is not only to teach technique — it’s to help you become a practitioner who listens deeply, works gently, and understands the structure and function of the human beings under your hands.
This program is not rushed.
This program is competency-based and highly supportive. You’ll know exactly what’s expected, and you’ll be guided step-by-step as you build real confidence and skill.
It is built to create capable, grounded practitioners who know how to support a client’s healing process safely and skillfully.
Here, you will learn to trust your hands, your intuition, and your growing confidence.
Is This Program Right for You?
This school might be the perfect fit if you:
Feel called to work with the body in a deeper, more intuitive way
Want a program that blends hands-on skills with whole-body understanding
Value small classes and individualized support
Want a calm, welcoming learning environment
Are drawn to bodywork that respects the nervous system
Feel called to a career where your hands make a real difference in people’s health
You’re excited to keep learning as you grow.
Are curious about craniosacral, visceral work, fascia, and gentle-but-powerful modalities
If this resonates… I’d love to meet you.
Tuition
Because this is a small-cohort, mentorship-based training program with extensive hands-on instruction, tuition is structured to reflect the level of individualized education and clinical skill development provided throughout the program.
Full Program Tuition: $21,000
Tuition covers the complete massage therapy training program, including classroom instruction, hands-on lab training, mentorship-based education, and all core program materials required for completion.
What Your Training Includes
This program is a small-cohort, hands-on educational experience designed to support the development of strong foundational skills and clinical confidence as a massage therapy practitioner.
Training includes:
Small group, individualized instruction
Extensive hands-on lab training and instructor feedback
Core massage therapy education and professional skill development
Craniosacral therapy and visceral manipulation–inspired techniques
Palpation development and advanced touch skills training
Mentorship-based learning with direct instructor support
Curriculum developed from over 20 years of clinical practice and advanced continuing education
Students graduate with practical, hands-on experience and a strong foundation for entering professional practice.
Program Approach
This training is designed as a mentorship-based learning environment with a focus on depth of skill development, individual attention, and hands-on clinical practice in a small cohort setting.
The emphasis of the program is on developing capable, confident, and prepared entry-level practitioners who are ready to begin working in the field with strong foundational skills.
Financial Assistance & Payment Options
We are committed to helping qualified students access training opportunities.
Workforce Funding (WorkSource Washington)
If you are currently unemployed or meet eligibility requirements, you may qualify for funding assistance through WorkSource Washington. We can provide documentation to support your application.
AMTA Scholarships
Eligible students may apply for scholarships through the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), which may provide up to $5,000 in tuition assistance.
Financing Options
We also offer flexible payment plans through approved third-party financing providers, including TFC (and similar programs), allowing students to spread tuition payments over time.
A Note on Accessibility
We believe that financial circumstances should not be the only barrier to professional education. If you are genuinely interested in this work but are unsure about affordability, we encourage you to reach out. In some cases, alternative arrangements or guidance toward funding resources may be possible.
Questions?
If you would like to discuss the program, payment options, or whether this training is the right fit for you, we are happy to connect.
You can reach out through the contact page or request more information about upcoming cohorts.
How to Begin Your Journey
Click “Request an Application.”
Receive your application packet.
Schedule a conversation/interview with me.
Receive your acceptance decision.
Secure your spot with the enrollment deposit.
If you feel called to do this work, we’d be honored to walk with you.
Admissions Process
(Step-by-Step)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the school approved by the Washington Department of Health and the Workforce Training and Education Board?
Yes!
Do I need prior experience?
No — only curiosity and commitment.
Will I learn advanced modalities?
Yes. Students receive a rare blend of foundational and integrative approaches.
Will I be prepared for Washington licensure?
Yes. This program meets the state-required education hours and competencies, and prepares you to pass the state board exam.
How long is the program?
The program is 47 weeks of instruction, which makes it just about 12 months total once holidays and school breaks are included. Most students appreciate the steady, sustainable pace.
What is the weekly schedule like?
This program is intentionally designed for people who may be changing careers, balancing work, or supporting a family.
Evening classes only, two evenings per week, 4.5 hours each
Three (3) extra workshop days
In the final six months, you’ll add student clinic hours (scheduled flexibly) to build confidence and client experience before graduation
The schedule is intentionally designed to be doable for adults with responsibilities. You can keep your job, care for your family, and still complete a full massage therapy program in about one year.
How much does the program cost?
Program costs depend on the track you choose. We aim to keep tuition within reach for most students, and we offer payment plans to support you on your path.
Tuition covers the full 625-hour state-required program
There is an optional advanced training track after graduation
Completing the advanced track earns an additional certificate and deepens your skillset in gentle, integrative bodywork
Each track has its own tuition structure
If you'd like details on tuition, payment plans, financial options, or the advanced track, you can request them through the Request An Application form. We respond quickly and are happy to talk through what best fits your goals.
Will I be prepared to start my own practice?
Yes. Students receive business training specifically designed to help you launch your practice with confidence — from ethics to client communication to real-world strategy. You’ll be guided by instructors who actively run successful private practices and understand what it takes to build one from the ground up.
Do you have more questions?
Reach out anytime — I’m happy to talk with you about whether this program is the right fit for your path and your goals.
What People Are Saying
“Your knowledge of the human body... Wow! I have learned so much from you; your curiosity and desire for knowledge is contagious. ”
— Janessa Winder, Spokane
“Of the teachers I've had in my life, you are one of my favorites. Just watching your mind as you get excited to present the material makes people want to learn. You are truly inspiring... I feel so blessed to have gotten to be one of your students! ”
— Rebekkah Workman, Spokane
“Couldn't have picked a better person for it (the AMTA award for Outstanding Instructor); your passion, knowledge, and dedication have inspired and positively, lastingly impacted so many students (myself included)--you deserve that award and more, Tina. Congratulations!”
— Mitch Heid, Spokane
“Tina is an amazing mentor and supportive and thorough instructor. I appreciate how patient she is explaining different techniques and ensuring your understanding. I highly recommend her courses!”
— Shenice Peterson, Spokane
“Years as a practicing LMT have not diminished Tina's passion for bodywork or her awe and respect for the amazingly complex human body. Her teaching style melds quiet enthusiasm with historical information, practical examples and illustrations drawn from her own experience working on clients, and her courses have a systematic progression that is easy to follow as we move into hands-on instruction. Humor, a bit of fun, and ample kindness and humility round out the experience. She invites questions, gives thorough explanations, and relies on evidence-based research to help inform her own ongoing studies. Tina is a gifted bodyworker AND an exceptional teacher. I've taken three of her CE courses--not for the credits, but for her wealth of knowledge and experience. Professionals committed to life-long learning make the best teachers, which is what makes Tina's courses so worthwhile to me.”
— Paula Bauer, Moscow
“Tina is THE best teacher I have experienced. Her knowledge and the techniques I have learned from her have helped me tremendously in helping my clients! Tina has one of the strongest, deepest passions for bodywork and helping others. Just being around her is infectious! I am beyond grateful to have her as a teacher and learn as much as I can from her as well! ”
— Ashley Dodd, Spokane
If your hands have ever felt drawn to touch others in a therapeutic way…
If you’ve ever sensed that you were meant to help others feel more whole…
If you want an education that is deep, specific, integrative, and rooted in the wisdom of the body…
This school was created for you.
I would be honored to support your journey.
A Final Invitation
Your Calling Deserves a Clear Path Forward
Have questions about tuition, payment plans, or what’s included in the program? Let’s talk.
We’re here to help you understand the full picture so you know exactly what to expect before your interview or application.
Once you’re accepted into the program, we’ll walk you step-by-step through the financial process.