Institute of Massage & Performance
More Than a Massage School.
A Competitive Advantage for Your Career.
Where the Science of Human Performance Meets the Art of Manual Therapy
Earn Your License. Learn From Industry Leaders.
Build a Career That Stands Apart.
620Training Hours
32Approximate Weeks
Franklin LakesNew Jersey
Founded by Bill Parisi and Seth Forman, IMP combines professional massage therapy education with 35+ years of experience in human performance, fascia science, and successful wellness business development.
Our 620-hour massage therapy program in Franklin Lakes prepares students for careers in wellness and performance. Learn hands-on skills, anatomy, and professional practice in a supportive, clinic-centered environment.
The Parisi Advantage
Three Organizations. One Powerful Advantage.
A nationally established performance training network, a specialized fascia education platform, and decades of experience building successful health and wellness businesses—all connected to your education at IMP.
Institute of Massage & Performance
Professional massage therapy education combining classroom instruction, hands-on training, and supervised clinic experience.
Parisi Speed School
A nationally recognized sports performance organization founded by Bill Parisi, with more than 130 affiliate locations.
Fascia Training Academy
An education platform advancing the understanding of fascia, human movement, recovery, and performance.
We’re not simply preparing students to enter the massage therapy profession. We’re preparing them to stand out in it.
Program Overview
A Foundation for an Extraordinary Career.
Our full Massage and Bodywork program is a 620-hour certificate that combines classroom instruction with supervised clinic experience. Over approximately 32 weeks, you study:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Myology
- Pathology and medical terminology
- Business and ethics
- Multiple massage techniques
Classroom learning and hands-on supervised practice complement each other so you graduate with both knowledge and applied experience.
At the Institute of Massage and Performance (IMP), we believe massage therapy is more than a profession. It’s an opportunity to transform lives, improve human movement, support recovery, and build a rewarding career in the rapidly evolving health, wellness, and performance industries.
Hands-on learning
Why Students Choose IMP
Small classes, expert instruction, and regular applied clinic hours put technique and professional readiness at the center of training.
Supervised Clinical Practice
Structured, supervised clinic hours let you practice real sessions with instructor feedback so you build confidence and stamina.
Evidence-Based Curriculum
Coursework covers core sciences plus business and ethics so you're ready to work with clients and communicate with healthcare professionals.
The IMP Difference
Education Beyond the License.
At IMP, earning your massage therapy license is just the beginning.
The human body is an interconnected system. Understanding muscles matters—but understanding fascia, connective tissue, movement, and the relationship between manual therapy and physical performance helps practitioners expand their expertise.
Through our connection with the Fascia Training Academy, students gain access to additional educational resources and insights into the evolving science of fascia, movement, recovery, and performance.
This broader perspective prepares you to understand a wide range of clients—from people seeking relaxation and improved well-being to active adults and athletes pursuing better mobility and recovery.
Understand the body. Elevate your skills.
Build a career that makes a difference.
Leadership & Real-World Experience
Learn From Professionals Who Understand the Business.
IMP brings together hands-on education, fascia science, human performance expertise, and real-world business experience. Bill Parisi and Seth Forman created the institute to prepare the next generation of massage therapists with the knowledge, practical skills, and business perspective needed to thrive.
Bill Parisi
Co-founder, IMP
Founder, Parisi Speed School & Fascia Training Academy
Seth Forman
Co-founder & Head of Education
M.Ed., LMT, CSCS
Co-founders Bill Parisi and Seth Forman built IMP’s curriculum with a focus on sports, orthopedic, and performance-oriented massage.
For more than 35 years, Bill Parisi has worked with athletes, active adults, and everyday individuals to understand how the human body moves, adapts, recovers, and performs.
Our founders understand both the science of human performance and the business of health and wellness. Their experience includes developing successful training businesses, educating professionals, attracting and retaining clients, and building long-term industry relationships.
Becoming a great therapist also means communicating your value, developing client relationships, integrating services into existing businesses, and recognizing opportunities for professional growth.
Whether you want to join an established practice, collaborate with fitness and sports performance facilities, serve athletes and active adults, or eventually open your own business, IMP provides a valuable foundation.
Connected to Leading Ideas
A Powerful Connection to the Fascia Training Academy.
One of the most exciting advantages of attending IMP is our connection to the Fascia Training Academy (FTA), founded by Bill Parisi.
Through decades of relationships and collaboration, Parisi and FTA have worked with respected leaders in fascia science, manual therapy, and human performance, including:
Dr. Robert Schleip
Internationally recognized German fascia researcher and licensed massage therapist
These relationships bring scientific knowledge, hands-on expertise, and real-world experience to IMP’s educational ecosystem, connecting students to insights from researchers and practitioners who have helped shape modern approaches to movement, recovery, and performance.
Through FTA, IMP students gain access to educational resources, emerging perspectives, and opportunities for continued professional development that extend beyond traditional massage therapy education.
We’re connecting the next generation of massage therapists to the science, expertise, and innovation shaping the future of manual therapy and human performance.
Career planning
Explore a Career in Massage Therapy
Download our free guide to learn what training involves, typical career paths, and practical next steps for entering the field.
Our Mission
Your Career. Your Future. Your Competitive Advantage.
To develop knowledgeable, confident, and career-ready massage therapists who understand the science of the human body, the value of exceptional hands-on care, and the opportunities available in the business of health and wellness.
We’re preparing you to stand out.
Start Your Journey at IMP
Earn Your License. Expand Your Knowledge. Build Your Future.
Discover an education that combines hands-on massage training, fascia-focused learning opportunities, human performance expertise, and real-world business insight.
Still exploring? Get the free Massage Therapy Career Guide to learn about training, career paths, and your next steps.
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516 Commerce St., Second Floor
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
(201) 355-4599
info@instituteofmassageandperformance.com
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