About Urban River
Massage Therapy Career Training and Continuing Education Programs in Greenville, South Carolina
Our History
Welcome to Urban River Massage Institute, founded by Don and Caroline Taylor in November 2022 in Greenville, SC. We provide exceptional massage education to meet the demand for skilled therapists, offering a 650-hour certification program and continuing courses led by experienced instructors. Join us to enhance your skills and impact the massage therapy community.
Licensed by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education, 1122 Lady Street, Suite 300, Columbia, SC 29201; 803.737.2260. Licensure indicates only that minimum standards have been met. Licensure is not an endorsement or guarantee of quality and is not equal to or synonymous with accreditation by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Day Classes
Jan 2, 2025 - June 20, 2025
June 26, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025
Day (Tentative): Day Class is a 6.5 month program. (Calendar aligns closely with GCSD calendar an schedules for most major holidays and breaks.)
Evening Classes
Current cohort ends July 22, 2025
Next start is September 2, 2025
Evening (tentative): Evening part time classes take approximately 11 months to complete.
Urban River Massage Institute's curriculum meets the licensure requirements in the state of South Carolina, as well as preparing you for a successful career as a massage therapist.
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Resume-building and interview skills are reviewed and demonstrated as part of the student education at Urban River. Job listings are posted for student review in common areas.
Set your own hours
6.5 months to Full Certification
Financial aid available
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Why Choose Us?
Choosing the Urban River Massage Institute as your massage therapy school is the best decision you can make for your career. We offer day and evening classes to accommodate your schedule, and you have the freedom to set your own hours and work style. Our experienced instructors understand the industry and are committed to helping students succeed. Whether you work collaboratively or independently, we provide all the resources and support you need to achieve your goals.