Nov 6
Midwest Tri-State Massage Championship
200 Douglas St, Sioux City, IA 51101, United States
+1 712-800-0434
Date: November 6, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm - 12:00 am
2026 Midwest Tri-State Massage Championship
Elevating the Art of Massage
November 6–8, 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center | Sioux City, Iowa
**Championship Day: Sunday, November 8 | 9 AM**
General Admission: $5
Join us for the 2026 Midwest Tri-State Massage Championship, bringing together talented massage therapists, students, industry professionals, and wellness enthusiasts from across Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and beyond for a weekend of education, competition, connection, and celebration.
Proudly supported by the American Competitive Massage Alliance (ACMA), this event celebrates the skill, dedication, creativity, and professionalism of massage therapists while helping elevate the massage therapy profession.
Whether you’re an experienced therapist, a first-time competitor, a student, or simply someone who appreciates the healing power of massage, there’s something for everyone!
Event Schedule
Friday, November 6 | Continuing Education
– 9 AM–5 PM: Zack Flick presents *MDRT: Pstop Pskipping the Psoas and Cheating the Chest*, featuring multidimensional bodywork techniques.
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– 6–8 PM: *Massage Championship Prep Class: Performing with Purpose*, designed to help competitors prepare for the championship experience.
Saturday, November 7 | Education & Networking
– Continuing education opportunities featuring oncology massage and professional ethics.
– 6 PM: Judges Meeting
– 7 PM: Networking Mixer with judges, competitors, vendors, and industry professionals.
Sunday, November 8 | CHAMPIONSHIP DAY!
Doors and championship activities begin at 9 AM.
Experience a full day of live massage competition, community engagement, recognition, and celebration!
– Opening Ceremony honoring our nation’s veterans
– Honor Guard and National Anthem
– Special Fallen Soldier Memorial Table presentation
– Live massage championship rounds
– Wellness vendors and industry exhibitors
– Massage demonstrations
– Wall of Service honoring veterans and military members
– Raffles and giveaways
– Awards Ceremony recognizing category winners and State Champions
– Post-Championship Celebration
The Massage Championship
Watch skilled massage therapists showcase their talent in a live, professionally judged competition.
Competitors will demonstrate their expertise across a variety of massage modalities, including Western Freestyle, Eastern Freestyle, Swedish, Sports, Clinical, Wellness, Thai, and Facial Massage.
Throughout the competition, judges evaluate therapists on technique, flow, ergonomics, innovation, and client contact.
Participants compete for category recognition and championship honors, including State Champion titles for qualifying competitors.
Our mission goes beyond awarding medals. We aim to inspire professional growth, encourage innovation, build meaningful industry relationships, and bring greater public awareness to the value of skilled massage therapy.
Honoring Those Who Served
This year, we’re making the championship even more meaningful by incorporating a special tribute to our military veterans.
Throughout Championship Day, we will recognize the service and sacrifices of military members through several heartfelt experiences.
Veterans Massage Recognition Program
Selected veterans will receive complimentary massages as a gesture of gratitude for their service.
The Wall of Service
A special tribute featuring photographs and names honoring veterans and military members submitted by families and loved ones.
The Fallen Soldier Memorial Table
A moving tribute honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice, representing the healing session that never was.
Our opening ceremony will also feature an Honor Guard and National Anthem as we come together to recognize those who have served.
## More Than a Competition
The Midwest Tri-State Massage Championship is about building community, celebrating talent, and creating opportunities for the massage therapy profession to grow.
What to Expect:
– Live, professionally judged massage competitions
– Continuing education opportunities
– Wellness vendors and industry exhibitors
– Networking with massage therapists and industry leaders
– Massage demonstrations and educational experiences
– Special recognition of military veterans
– Raffle prizes and giveaways
– Championship awards and celebrations
– Opportunities for the public to experience the massage therapy profession in a whole new way
Spectators are welcome!
You do not need to be a massage therapist to attend. Come watch the competition, explore the vendors, cheer on your favorite therapists, and experience firsthand the artistry and dedication behind professional massage therapy.
General Admission: Just $5 on Championship Day, November 8!
Get Involved!
We welcome competitors, continuing education attendees, wellness vendors, sponsors, volunteers, veterans, and community supporters.
Whether you’re showcasing your skills, expanding your education, representing your business, or cheering from the sidelines, you’re helping us elevate the massage therapy profession.
Registration and participation opportunities are limited.
Event Information & Registration:
www.tristatemtc.org
Questions?** Call or text 712-800-0434
Email: tristatemtc@gmail.com
Location: Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center, Sioux City, Iowa
November 6–8, 2026 | Championship Day: Sunday, November 8
Come celebrate the hands, hearts, and dedication that make massage therapy such an extraordinary profession.
Midwest Tri-State Massage Championship
Elevating the Art of Massage.
Room blocks are available at until 10/11: https://www.stoneycreekhotels.com/hotel/sioux-city/
Use code:massagechamp26
👉 Apply now or message us for more information.
To compete or attend continuing education classes:
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