In the early 1980’s the massage profession in Victoria was a rather small and intimate group of practitioners. Inevitably several associations were formed each one concerned with promoting and maintaining their particular method. Almost inevitably again the urge to "grow" was being felt and certain mergers took place. It was one of those mergers which triggered off the founding of the MAA Ltd.
The objective was to create a multi modality association catering for the many who were not accepted by or did not wish to join the various massage associations at that time.
Our Vision & Mission
To advance and promote the Massage and Manual Therapies Profession.
The aims of the MAA are:
- Advancing the science and art of massage and related techniques
- Raising and maintaining the standards of the Massage and Manual Therapies Profession
- Fostering a spirit of cooperation and the exchange of ideas and techniques
- Encouraging and supporting cultural safety, responsive practice, equality and inclusivity
- Protecting and preserving the rights of its members
- Enhancing the public’s understanding and appreciation of the Massage and Manual Therapies Profession
- Advocating the rights and interests of persons seeking massage therapy and related modalities as health care.
Our Profession can flourish by keeping massage in an area of mutual respect and care.
Management Structure
The MAA Ltd. operates on the basis of volunteers guiding the organisation through the annually elected Board of Directors. Certain tasks may have to be outsourced but the ultimate responsibility will be with the Board of Directors . Members are assured that tasks will get done albeit these tasks may occasionally take time.