Active Muscle Therapy (AMT)

Active Muscle Therapy (AMT) is a movement-based manual therapy certification course for Massage Therapists and Health Practitioners alike.

Transform Your Career with AMT

 

The Ultimate Manual Therapy Method

Welcome to the Active Muscle Therapy (AMT) Certification Program—a comprehensive training designed for individuals passionate about helping clients heal and recover from pain and dysfunction. Whether you are a seasoned therapist or someone looking to expand your skillset, AMT provides the tools, techniques, and knowledge to treat soft tissue dysfunction effectively, allowing you to make a lasting impact in your clients' lives.

AMT is a hands-on, movement-based manual therapy that combines active client & therapist movement with targeted pressure application. It focuses on addressing soft tissue adhesions, muscle tension, and dysfunction caused by trauma, injury, repetitive stress, or poor movement patterns. If you're ready to elevate your therapeutic practice with proven, science-backed techniques, AMT is the perfect fit.

What You'll Learn

The Active Muscle Therapy (AMT) Certification Program offers an in-depth understanding of the following:

  1. Movement-Based Manual Therapy
    AMT integrates active movement with manual therapy to release soft tissue restrictions and improve functional movement. This dynamic approach enhances mobility, reduces pain, and restores muscle function.

  2. Comprehensive Soft Tissue Techniques
    Learn how to target specific areas of muscle dysfunction, fascia, and connective tissue using various techniques inspired by Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, and Neuromuscular Techniques. These methods are designed to address muscle adhesions, scar tissue, and other musculoskeletal issues, allowing you to improve your clients' quality of life.

  3. Client-Centered Approach
    Understand how to tailor treatment plans based on your client's individual needs, utilizing postural analysis, movement patterns, and neurological principles to create personalized treatment strategies.

  4. Pain Management and Tissue Release
    The program emphasizes pain modulation, mechanotransduction, and neuroplasticity, providing the framework for reducing pain and enhancing tissue healing through practical techniques.

  5. Holistic Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention
    Develop the skills necessary for not only treating existing injuries but also preventing future musculoskeletal issues by correcting dysfunctional movement patterns and strengthening weak muscle groups.

What Makes AMT Different?

AMT stands out as an advanced method that goes beyond traditional manual therapy. Here’s why AMT is the right choice for your professional development:

  • Active Client Involvement: Unlike static therapies, AMT encourages client participation in the treatment process, making the body part of the healing mechanism. Active movement promotes faster tissue release and functional recovery.

  • Passive Release Technique

    Massage therapists are trained to assist with passive movements while applying soft tissue mobilization techniques. This approach, known as Passive Release, allows the therapist to move the limb or joint on behalf of the client, encouraging relaxation and deeper tissue access—ideal for acute pain or when active motion is limited.

  • Comprehensive Approach: By targeting not just muscles but also fascia, tendons, ligaments, and nerves, AMT provides a holistic, multi-dimensional approach to treatment.

  • Proven Science-Backed Techniques: The techniques taught in this course are supported by the latest research in pain management, tissue remodeling, and neuromuscular therapy.

  • Transformative Results: AMT helps clients with chronic pain, overuse injuries, postural imbalances, and limited mobility, providing tangible results that enhance their quality of life.

+ Continuing Education Credits

We are proud to announce that the Active Muscle Therapy (AMT) Certification Course has been officially approved for Continuing Education Credits by the following professional associations:

Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC): 15 Continuing Competency Credits

Massage Therapist Association of Alberta (MTAA): 23.5 Professional Development Credits

Approval with CMMOTA is currently pending, and we will update this page as soon as confirmation is received.

These accreditations reflect our commitment to providing high-quality, clinically relevant training that enhances professional growth and supports excellence in manual therapy practice.

+ Course Structure and Content

Introduction to AMT: The origin and development of AMT Overview of key influences: Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, and Neuromuscular Techniques The science behind AMT and its mechanisms of action

Hands-On Training: Practical sessions focusing on various soft tissue release techniques (e.g., deep tissue release, cross-fiber friction, and fascial release) Active movement integration with pressure application to enhance tissue recovery

Postural and Movement Analysis: Assessing posture and movement dysfunctions in clients Identifying and correcting muscle imbalances through AMT techniques

Client-Centered Treatment Protocols: Developing personalized treatment plans based on postural analysis, muscle testing, and client goals Techniques for managing pain, improving mobility, and restoring function

Injury Prevention: Strategies for teaching clients how to maintain long-term health through self-care, stretching, strengthening exercises, and ergonomic adjustments

+ Daily Breakdown

Day 1: Foundations + Upper Body Techniques

  • Intro to AMT: History, Science & Principles
  • Soft Tissue Pathophysiology & Trigger Point Science
  • Upper Body Anatomy Lab: Neck, Shoulders, Upper Back
  • AMT Techniques + Case Reviews

Day 2: Lower Body + Functional Assessments

  • Lower Body Anatomy & Movement Mechanics
  • Techniques for Hips, Glutes, Legs, Feet
  • Functional Movement Assessment
  • Instructor-Guided Student Practice

Day 3: Integration + Final Assessment

  • Clinical Reasoning, Treatment Planning
  • Advanced Neuromuscular Techniques: MET, PNF, Positional Release
  • Final Practicum + Case Study Presentation
  • Certificates + Wrap-Up

+ Course Benefits

Expert-Led Instruction Learn directly from Katie Brown, a highly experienced instructor with deep clinical knowledge and a passion for elevating manual therapy. Her hands-on approach blends science with real-world applications to ensure your success.

Comprehensive Learning Experience From anatomy to advanced neuromuscular techniques, the course balances cutting-edge theory with extensive hands-on labs, ensuring you gain both understanding and practical confidence in delivering results.

Recognized Certification Upon successful completion, you will be awarded a 24-hour AMT Practitioner Certification, qualifying you to integrate these methods safely and effectively within your existing practice.

vidence-Based, Outcome-Driven Grounded in research from IJTMB, JOSPT, and clinical fascial science, this course will show you how to justify your methods with science and build evidence-informed treatment plans.

Client Transformation, Not Just Treatment Help clients reduce pain, restore range of motion, and improve movement quality with techniques that promote lasting change, not just temporary relief.

Ready-to-Use Protocols & Templates Leave with downloadable treatment flows, SOAP note samples, assessment checklists, and protocol designs you can use immediately in clinic.

Supportive Professional Community Gain access to a private Facebook group of fellow AMT grads where you can ask questions, get case feedback, and share resources.

Business & Ethical Practice Guidance Get clear on scope of practice, professional communication, and marketing strategies so you can confidently introduce AMT into your service offerings.

+ Who Should Take the AMT Certification Course?

This program is ideal for:

  • Massage Therapists looking to expand their therapeutic toolset and address more complex musculoskeletal issues.
  • Physical Therapists seeking advanced techniques to aid in rehabilitation and injury prevention.
  • Chiropractors interested in offering their patients a hands-on, dynamic treatment approach for soft tissue and joint dysfunction.
  • Fitness Professionals who want to better understand movement patterns, soft tissue therapy, and injury prevention.
  • Health and Wellness Enthusiasts who are eager to learn more about body mechanics and therapeutic treatments to support their clients' well-being.

+ How AMT Can Benefit Your Clients

  • AMT is designed to address a wide range of musculoskeletal issues, including:
  • Chronic Pain: Treating conditions like chronic back pain, neck pain, and migraines by targeting the underlying causes of tension and soft tissue dysfunction.
  • Sports Injuries: Helping athletes recover from strains, sprains, and overuse injuries with targeted tissue release and rehabilitation exercises.
  • Postural Imbalances: Correcting misalignments and dysfunctional movement patterns that contribute to pain and discomfort.
  • Rehabilitation: Assisting clients in recovering from surgeries or accidents by releasing adhesions and restoring movement.

+ Dates + Times

  • Next Training Coming Fall 2025
  • 3 Full Days

Get Started Today

Ready to take your therapy practice to the next level with Active Muscle Therapy (AMT)? Join our certification program and learn how to make a lasting impact on your clients’ health and well-being.

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If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to contact us and speak with our course Instructor.