Is Massage Therapy the Right Career for You? Here’s Why It Might Be.
Choosing the right career isn’t easy — but what if your dream job involved helping people relax, feel better, and live healthier lives? Welcome to the world of massage therapy.
If you’re searching for a career in Indiana that blends flexibility, job stability, and purpose, massage therapy could be your perfect match — and Summit Salon Academy Kokomo is the perfect place to start.
Why Massage Therapy Is More Than Just a Job
Massage therapy is a calling. It's ideal for people who:
Love working with their hands
Enjoy one-on-one connection
Have a calming presence
Want to make a real difference in someone’s day
If you’ve ever been told you have “healing hands” or that people feel relaxed around you — massage therapy may come naturally to you.
What Makes Massage Therapy a Smart Career Move
Here are just a few reasons more people in Indiana are choosing this path:
Low Barrier to Entry: At Summit Salon Academy Kokomo, our program is one of the shortest in the state — you can start working in less than a year.
In-Demand Career: More salons, spas, chiropractors, and medical offices are hiring licensed massage therapists in Kokomo and Indianapolis.
Flexible Schedule: You can work full-time, part-time, freelance — or even start your own business.
Meaningful Work: Every client you see is someone you’re helping — whether it’s stress, pain, or injury recovery.
Affordable Cost: Kokomo is more affordable than big cities, making it easier to train and build a business with less overhead.
Why Start in Kokomo, Indiana?
Kokomo is a hidden gem for launching a wellness career. You get the small-town support AND you're close to a major city (Indianapolis) for expanded job opportunities. Plus, Summit Salon Academy Kokomo is locally loved, fully licensed, and focused on hands-on training in a real-world setting.
Whether you want to work in a spa, open your own studio, or add massage to an existing cosmetology or esthetics career — this is the place to get started.
Massage Therapy Is a Career You Can Shape Around Your Life
Want to work mornings and have afternoons free? Prefer weekends only? Want to be your own boss and create your own pricing? Massage therapy gives you the freedom to build a career that works around your life — not the other way around.
Still Wondering If It’s Right for You?
Here are some questions to ask yourself:
Do I want a career that helps people?
Do I like working with my hands?
Do I want the option to work independently?
Am I ready to start something new within a year?
If you answered yes, massage therapy might be your path forward — and we’d love to help you take that first step.
Take the Leap — Start Your Massage Therapy Journey Today
At Summit Salon Academy Kokomo, we’re proud to offer one of Indiana’s most efficient, supportive, and respected massage therapy programs. Our small class sizes, hands-on learning, and career prep are designed to help you succeed — whether you want to stay in Kokomo or explore bigger markets like Indianapolis.
Let’s get you moving toward a career that works for your life.
💆♀️ Schedule a tour, talk with our admissions team, or apply today. Your future in massage therapy starts here.