Massage Therapy Instructors
Ontario | Inland Empire Massage School
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Feliz MarinInstructorFeliz began her career in 2004 after receiving her MT certificate from Bryman College. Feliz has been in the spa industry for 20 years. She began working at a Med spa for 10 years. 5 years after obtaining her MT certification, Feliz obtained her Esthetician license, which by having both skills has opened a lot of doorways. In her 20 years, Feliz has worked with chiropractors, several spas, mobile services, charity services and several massage corporations. While there Feliz enhanced her professional skills and massage technique. Feliz fell in love with teaching and the pure joy of giving back has been so rewarding. Feliz also owns her own business which allows her to still give to those looking to experience a relaxing treatment. The journey she has been on has never stopped and Feliz learns new things every day. Being part of the NHI family has made her feel like this is where she belongs. “Who says you can’t go home again?”Jennifer LopezInstructorBeing the very first Massage Therapy Ambassador for National Holistic Institute's Ontario Campus, shortly after being part of the first group to graduate from there, Jennifer is excited to continue building & growing along with her mentors, now colleagues! After spending over 11 years in the customer service industry, Jennifer knew it was time to transition into soulful therapeutic work by applying the knowledge & quality of touch as she developed her own steady private mobile practice. Along with her vast comprehension of both eastern & western modalities, the experience she had at Kneadz Work & Massage Green Spa has allowed Jennifer to blossom both personally & professionally. Jennifer brings a raw energy that shows her consistent willingness to assist students with polishing their purpose for this rewarding profession.Joushclyn SpencerInstructorJoushclyn has been an active massage therapist for 14 years. She began her career in the cruise line industry in 2010. After receiving her education at Everest College, San Bernardino and Steiner Academy, London, England, Joushclyn sailed the seas while working in the on board Elemis Spa for 6 years. Once her feet hit dry land her passion took her to some of the top spas in Southern California. Such as Pechanga Resort & Casino, Burke Williams and The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa. she is fueled but helping others, which has led her to NHI as a Teacher/Mentor.Rebecca ThomInstructorBecky graduated from massage school in 2005 and subsequently opened her mobile massage therapy business, which she still actively runs. She went on to get Associate degrees in Business, Kinesiology and Social/Behavioral Sciences as well as her Bachelor's degree in Integrative Health from ASU in 2021. Her passion in the industry is the integration and application of both Eastern and Western modalities for total body health and wellness. She has a variety of experience in both spa and chiropractic settings and has always felt honored at the trust her clients put in her, and feels her true calling is in the education and advocacy of the massage industry. Becky is also your current AMTA California Chapter Board Secretary.Tracy FrazierCampus Manager/InstructorTracy began her career in the Spa industry as a Cosmetologist in 1997 in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. After relocating to California in 2001 she decided to continue her education in Massage Therapy at Bryman College in San Bernardino, CA. In April, 2009 she has pursued her passion in working with professional athletes. She currently works with the WNBA LA Sparks Women’s Basketball League Sports Medicine Department and the NFLPA- National Football League’s Professional Association.Tyler AriasInstructorAs a child, Tyler discovered his hidden talent for helping others through massage. His family encouraged him to take his skills further and make it a career. This ultimately led him to pursue his massage education from American Institute of Massage Therapy back in 2014. He interned at Massage Envy Spa before graduating and continued his career working for an on demand massage company. Tyler developed a specialty in tension headaches and migraine relief. He also has a passion for reiki and energy healing and has continuing education to advance as a reiki healer on his spare time. He’s grateful for the opportunity to be a part of NHI to help students master their skill set and find their potential in this industry. He loves to contribute to others success and hopes to make a difference in the students lives as a massage therapist, healer and mentor during and after their time at NHI. “You gotta keep on keepin’ on. Life’s a garden; dig it. You gotta make it work for you.” – Joe Dirt