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Destination continuing education

Explore the world.
Bring something back.

APMI’s Blue Zone Continuing Education Series connects massage education, cultural discovery and community service. Keep learning—and share something meaningful along the way.

Global learningCultural connectionVolunteer opportunities

01 / A wider perspective

A journey with purpose.

LEARN

Expand your practice.

Explore massage and natural therapy approaches while learning from different communities and traditions.

EXPERIENCE

Discover another way of life.

The Blue Zone series explores lifestyles, food and perspectives on well-being around the world.

GIVE

Connect through service.

APMI’s past journeys have included volunteering and giving back to the communities visited.

02 / Course possibilities

Learning beyond the classroom.

Published course guide. Contact APMI to confirm current dates, pricing, availability and applicable credit before registering.
CourseCreditDurationFeeLocation
Basic Watsu / advanced hydrotherapy introduction30 CEUs5 days$1,500Okinawa, Japan
Watsu practitioner certification · Level 140 CEUs8 days$1,800Okinawa, Japan
Watsu practitioner certification · Level 240 CEUs8 days$1,800Okinawa, Japan
Wood therapy24 hours4 days$325Panama & Costa Rica
Thai traditional massage50 hours7 days$500Thailand
Balinese massage15 hours3 days$400Bali, Indonesia

This is a published course guide, not a confirmed trip schedule. Ask APMI for upcoming itineraries, course credit details, registration and travel arrangements.

03 / From the APMI travel journal

Past journeys.
Lasting connections.

In 2024, APMI shared learning and volunteer experiences in Japan and Thailand, including Okinawa and Chiang Rai.

APMI learning and community activities
From the APMI community
APMI learning and community activities
From the APMI community
APMI learning and community activities
From the APMI community
APMI learning and community activities
From the APMI community
“The Black Crow” Matsumoto Castle, Nagano Japan.     Nov 11, 2024
“The Black Crow” Matsumoto Castle, Nagano Japan. Nov 11, 2024
Volunteer for the elderly at Okinawa Watsu Center, Japan.       Nov 18, 2024
Volunteer for the elderly at Okinawa Watsu Center, Japan. Nov 18, 2024
More photographs and materials from past trips
Chaing Rai, Thailand Continue Education Units Nov 25, 2024
Chaing Rai, Thailand Continue Education Units Nov 25, 2024
Chaing Rai, Thailand Volunteer Nov 30, 2024
Chaing Rai, Thailand Volunteer Nov 30, 2024

04 / Let’s plan your next step

Curious about the next journey?

Connect with APMI about current destinations, dates, costs and course requirements before making travel plans.

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