About Us
At Mystic School of Massage & Healing Arts, we believe massage education should be more than memorizing anatomy charts or mastering techniques. It should be a journey of personal and professional transformation. We are committed to developing practitioners who are both technically skilled and deeply compassionate--therapists who see their work not just as a career, but as a calling.
Our Mission
We at Mystic School of Massage & Healing Arts are not just teaching massage; we are teaching massage as a healing art, with a philosophy that honors both students and clients. Our unique selling point is our therapeutic massage therapy school and continuing education collective.
Our Key People
Lydia Gittings, LMT - Owner/Director
Lydia Gittings, LMT, brings together years of hands-on experience teaching and a lifelong passion for the healing arts. She founded the school with a vision to create a space where massage is taught not only as a profession but as a calling. Lydia's approach combines the rigor of science with the wisdom of spirit. With a background in diverse modalities, including craniosacral therapy, meridian theory, reflexology, cupping, and energy work, she guides students to build a strong foundation of anatomy and technique while cultivating intuition, empathy, and presence.
Rochelle Swanner - Instructor of Anatomy & Physiology
Rochelle brings a unique and engaging perspective to the classroom. With her background as a funeral director, she carries vast knowledge of the human body that enriches her teaching of A&P. Rochelle has a natural gift for making complex concepts approachable, weaving together expertise with a warm, relatable teaching style. She has a remarkable knack for connecting with her students, turning what can feel like intimidating material into something fun, memorable, and inspiring. Her passion for teaching ensures that students not only learn the structure and function of the body but also gain an appreciation for its depth, resilience, and mystery.