In 2025, Vilnius will host the International Massage Championship, providing a unique opportunity for massage professionals and enthusiasts to come together, share their experiences and demonstrate their skills. The event, in Vilnius on April 5, 2025, will bring together participants from all over Lithuania, or even from different countries all over the world, who are looking not only to compete, but also to grow. The championship will be grouped into different categories showing different styles of massage, such as therapeutic massage techniques, the free programme and the junior programme. In addition to the competition, participants will have the opportunity to attend a conference where well-known experts will share their most recent knowledge and techniques. In addition to competing for awards, the event will also give participants the opportunity to improve their professional career, make new friends and share their experience with colleagues from other countries. Awards will be given for the best performances, creativity and innovation, giving participants the incentive to reach for the highest results. The International Massage Championship 2025 will be a great platform not only for professional development but also for the promotion of massage culture in Lithuania. We invite all massage enthusiasts to join us and become part of this unique event!
Nominations
Youth category: apprentices in vocational training or who have obtained a vocational qualification in the last 6 months.
1 – YOUTH
Classical medical body massage. Massage of different parts of the body can be demonstrated according to individual wishes (spine, legs, shoulders, arms).
Duration – 30 min.
2 – YOUTH – Free programme
Duration – 40 min.
Professionals category – therapeutic massage specialists. Massage specialists.
3 – WELLNESS STYLE MASSAGE
SPA-style massage, Lomi Lomi, bamboo sticks, aromatherapy, body shaping, hot stone, cupping, sports massage, etc.
Duration – 45 min.
4 – FREE PROGRAMME
Original massages. Massage styles from other different countries not mentioned.
Duration – 45 min.
Main requirements for participants
1. The Championship is open to students, graduates of educational institutions or practising massage therapists / aestheticians / cosmetologists.
2. Registration is online at www.masazocempionatas.lt.
3. Participants who provide copies of documents proving their disability will participate in the Championship FREE OF CHARGE.
4. The appearance of the participants must be in accordance with professional standards (hair neatly pinned up so as not to cover the face, nails short and without a pronounced manicure, moderate make-up).
5. Shoes must be closed. Comfortable athletic or medical footwear is permitted.
6. The following are not permitted for Championship participants:
a. Wear jewellery on the neck, décolletage and arms,
b. wearing dangling earrings (except for „tacks”).
7. Participants will be given 15 minutes to set up, set down and dismantle at the beginning and end of each round of the competition.
8. Each participant must have a model for his/her massage, if you don’t have one, please let us know – we will take care of it.
9. Male and female models over the age of 18 years who will not be exposed to side effects (health risks) from the procedure.
10. Shoes are not allowed during Thai yoga massage and similar styles of massage.
11. The model’s appearance must comply with the aesthetic requirements of the Championships:
– The model’s skin condition should be free of skin diseases, intact skin integrity, without significant pigmentation, warts, inflammatory processes, etc.
– The model must not speak during the massage treatment.
– The responsibility for the choice of the model and his/her health lies with the participant.
12. All models must be dressed in such a way that only the area being massaged is visible. The modesty of the model must be maintained at all times. No nudity is allowed.
13. All entrants and their models may be filmed and/or photographed for marketing purposes and for use on social media platforms during the Competition and in the future.
14. Participants must provide their own disposable: panty hats, etc., blankets, towels and all other paraphernalia needed for their massage
15. The participant shall choose the necessary equipment and materials for the nomination chosen. Each participant has the right to advertise his/her sponsors or employer by displaying the logo.
16. No chiropractic, osteopathic or joint manipulation techniques are allowed during the overtime.
17. All competitors must clean and tidy their work area and dispose of all rubbish after each category.
„Massage House will provide each participant with a couch, roller, table, chair as requested.
Disqualification and exclusion
Offences which may lead to disqualification and exclusion of certain persons:
1. Any massage of a sensual/sexual nature will result in immediate disqualification and expulsion from the Championship.
2. Strict violation of the participant’s safety rules that may harm the health of the model.
3. Inappropriate behaviour or actions detrimental to the interests of the Championship.
4. Intoxication or use of alcohol or other psychotropic substances during the event.
Any competitor excluded or disqualified by decision of the Arbitration Commission shall forfeit any right to Championship awards and the fee shall be forfeited.
Arbitrators
Massage therapist and teacher of various massage styles and techniques (sports, Thai, Swedish/classical, myofascial, trigger point, segmental, etc). Diploma in Sports Massage from the prestigious London School of Sports Massage. After graduating, Andrius joined a massage clinic in London, where he put his knowledge into practice, working with athletes and helping them to rehabilitate from injuries and disorders.
Georgi is a spa therapist with more than 20 years of experience. For the last 10 years he has working as head therapist at Farris Bad Hotel in Norway. Georgi is extremely proud and passionate about helping people to improve their well-being, reduce physical discomfort and help manage stress, which gives him a full sense of fulfilment.
Mentor of massage therapists, massage teacher, founder of „Guru spa” and „Mystic spa” massage studios in Vilnius, founder of massage club „Masažo Guru”
Marey has been working in the world of massage and spa therapy for almost 35 years. He is the founder and director of the International Swiss Academy of Massage (IMAS) and president of the World Massage Council (WMC).
He has been trained in Switzerland, the UK and the USA in a wide range of body therapies from spa style massage therapies to Eastern Thai, osteopathic manual techniques and medical massage.
Marey is a teacher and is well known in the international massage and bodywork training circuit, having lectured in over 79 cities abroad. For the last 7 years he has been active as a judge for many national, international massage competitions and organizes the National and International Swiss Massage Championship SMC.
Iulian is originally from Romania and has more than 20 years of experience. He is the founder of the „Reflexovital Academy” in Romania and President of the Massage Therapy Association. Judge at the World Massage Championship Copenhagen 2019
„Massage is “my life” it gave me everything! The highest satisfaction! It is my turn to offer everything I have received! Massage is the best solution for human health worldwide.“ – says Iulian.
Massage therapist, Reiki healer, since 2018 she teaches bamboo massage, facial massage, facial acupuncture, chair massage, Madero therapy at Tengbjerg Higher School of Massage, Denmark.
Founder of „Aveda Massageklinik” clinic since 2016 and founder of The „The international Center for Event&Course” since 2022. In 2022 and 2023 she was one of the first organizers of the Baltic Massage Championship in Lithuania.
Since 2023 Rita is an approved instructor of Madero Therapy in the European Madero Association.
Nijolė is a certified massage specialist, trainer of massage techniques, awarded with „Natural Rejuvenation and Wellness System” and „ITEC” diplomas, with 12 years of practical experience, mastering 12 different massage techniques.
- – Rehabilitation doctor;
- – Cosmetologist;
- – Spa therapist;
- – Body Practitioner (osteopathy, visceral, manual, instrumental, hardware);
- – Vice President of AMRM;
- – International Championship Judge;
- – International Teacher;
- – Work experience over 30 years.
Kristina has 14 years of experience working with a wide range of patient age groups, including children and adults, and an unbounded love for her work.
She has a qualification as a BACHELOR in REABILITATION and a professional qualification as a physiotherapist. She is a massage therapist with a wide range of qualifications, trained both in Lithuania and Great Britain.
„My love for my work, dedication to my patients, and constant pursuit of self-improvement are the driving forces of my profession.” – says Kristina.
„Stronger Together” – author of the book, 2022.
Certified masseur of the World Massage Federation. She is a senior teacher of the massage profession at the Business and Hospitality Career Center VESK. Participant and winner of various conferences, international projects, championships. Conducts theoretical and practical training. Certified official judge of the World Massage Council.
Svetlana is a kinesiotherapist, 15 years of experience in massage, examiner of students. Three times won the massage championship (Moscow 2,3 places, England 1 place). Author’s technique „Restart” facial massage. Massage after plastic surgery. Currently deepening her knowledge in osteopathy,

Participation fee
- One nomination 90 Eur.
- Two nominations 150 Eur.
- For Students 45 Eur.
- Two nominations for Students 65 Eur.
- Participation is free of charge for people with disabilities.
- Spectators are free of charge.
Registration will be open until 01-04-2025