How to Enter the UK National Massage Championship 2025 – Categories, Prizes & What to Expect

Are you ready to showcase your massage skills on one of the most recognised platforms in the UK? The UK National Massage Championship (The NMC) returns for its 7th year at Professional Beauty London, ExCeL, this 12–13 October 2025, and entries are officially open!

Whether you’re a seasoned therapist, an emerging talent, or a passionate student, The NMC is your opportunity to shine, connect with industry leaders, and elevate your professional journey.

🔥 Why Enter The NMC?

  • Be recognised among the best massage therapists in the UK & internationally.

  • Gain career-changing visibility across our media partners, including Massage World Magazine.

  • Winners receive certificates, trophies, sponsored prizes, and opportunities for CPD course creation, demos, and business growth.

  • New pathways this year for UK & international participants, CPD accreditation via ThinkTree Hub, and opportunity to Freelance with CityLux for winners.

🏆 2025 Categories:

You can enter one or more of the following 9 categories:

  1. Swedish/Deep Tissue Massage

  2. Spa & Wellness Massage

  3. Freestyle Massage

  4. Facial Massage (SOLD OUT in 2024 – additional rounds added this year!)

  5. Eastern-Inspired Massage

  6. Advanced/Clinical Massage

  7. Chair Massage

  8. Massage with Tools (NEW!)

  9. Champions Division (For past NMC or IMA high scorers only)

View full category descriptions here: https://nationalmassagechampionship.com/categories

🌍 International Entries

The NMC formally welcomes international participants in all categories. Therapists who have placed in IMA-approved global competitions may also qualify for our new Champions Division.

📸 Want to Be Featured?

Once you register, you can submit your photo and a short bio to be featured on our website and social media platforms. Show the world what you’re bringing to the mat this year!

📧 Email your participant asset to: nationalmassagechampionship@gmail.com

✅ How to Enter:

  1. Go to https://nationalmassagechampionship.com

  2. Click “Register Now”

  3. Select your category & complete the form

  4. Submit payment via Professional Beauty Show registration

Entry Deadline: TBC – Early registration recommended to avoid sell-out rounds.

🎓 Calling All Massage Schools & Colleges:

We encourage schools to register their best students or recent graduates. Special promotional assets are available for sharing — please tag us @thenmclondon on Instagram.

📍 Event Details:

📅 12–13 October 2025

📍 Professional Beauty Show, ExCeL London

🎟 Hosted by Professional Beauty (all payments processed through their portal)

This is your moment to grow, connect, and be seen.

Join the UK’s most inspiring community of massage professionals this October!