Extremely professional environment. The techniques you learn as a massage therapist is incredible. The instructors give such amazing feedback & respect to each student. read more

I attended and graduated from this school. The curriculum and hands on learning was invaluable to me. The instructors are very knowledgeable. The game changer is practicing what you learn. Then when you graduate you are confident. The student networking with study/practice groups and emailing class notes and information was invaluable. read more

Excellent care! Been in business for 30yrs. All the teachers and staff are wonderful ! They teach with care and knowledge!

Ok .when I first heard of this school, I checked Yelp and this school only had one review so I was a little apprehensive. Now that I have attended a bit , I know this school deserves many, good reviews. The subject matter and school could help the many so people, I feel compelled to write this. I'm a nurse and have been teaching and working with Holistic Health practices for years.. and wanted to learn more..... I bumped into the owner of HLI , Jan , at a Health Fair and was so surprised to know this school existed in Oakdale. I would say the locals are very blessed to have this school in their area.. I've only been there a few months and have learned so much. Jan and the teachers are so knowledgeable. The students are awesome. It's well worth the long drive each way to attend. Some of the programs and subjects include and not limited to Eastern and Western Massage, Holistic Health Advisor / Practitioner, Aromatherapy, Essential oils. Yoga, Tai Chi, Homeopathy, etc and my favorite with Jan and Carole Nutri-esssence. I'm currently attending the Holistic Health and also the special monthly teacher training class Jan offers. The owner Jan is a wonderful, caring ,giving person. She's a happy, upbeat person and a hoot ! Jan is very kind to work with peoples' schedules ect. Jan's goal seems to be to provide knowledge and help many others. She encourages people to teach and open their own facilities.. Thus, helping humanities as a whole. I respect and appreciate that very much, The students and classrooms are so nice and family like. The classes are not huge and very interactive. The diverse personalities and ages in the classroom are so neat. I told them I feel like I'm in the "Breakfast Club" ( Movie :) Its really family like.. Whether it be the students that attend for the knowledge base or teaching people to open schools and offer teaching f their own, I recommend this school very much. Jan also offers, once a student completes their certificate, they are welcome to sit in on any classes in the future.. Well I may not write another review in my life, I hope this helps many people :) Aloha Nui ~~ read more

im going to school here for Massage and Health and I recommend it to all interested. Jan is so great with flexability with schedules. And classes are good sizes to learn. read more

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I recently enrolled my son. I not only found a future for him but I also found a true teacher and caring individuals who will guide him and help him be a great teacher one day too. Thanks Jan for this. I RECOMMEND this school and hope more people have the opportunity to meet these amazing people. read more

My husband and I just graduated from this wonderful school. They were so helpful and had a untapped wealth of knowledge. we really loved the videos and the professional way of teaching conveying the information we needed to become better therapist. Thank You HLI read more

In awe of this school, they have become family to me. They feed my soul, push me to follow my heart and remind me of the things I have forgotten. If you are up in the air about coming here, schedule a tour and see when you walk in if it feels like home. Such amazing energy here, top notch teachers, even the students here are just fabulous. I'm here for the science classes and the cirriculum is fantastic. The most encouraging and supportive group of people I've ever met, they have inspired me to become a teacher too. read more

The Holistic health Institute is the finest school here in California. The school is backed by many years of teaching by well experienced educated Teachers Give the director and Owner , Jan Noble , a call and get an appointment You won't regret it ! read more

After going to 5 different graduates from this school I finally learned to ask when making an appointment 'what school did you go to.' I am talking FIVE GRADUATES that did not address my neck even after I told them that was why I was there. They didn't even get near it in an hour massage, none of them. How can you teach massage therapy and not address the neck, the clients main concern? Having a strong family medical background I can tell you this doesn't click. My new therapist with 12 years experience addresses the neck perfectly. I just don't understand how you can teach like that. I feel stupid for not asking after the first experience with the waste of money and time. read more

I've always been interested in holistic medicine, and was delighted to find HLIL. I took courses in Aromatherapy, Iridiology, Ayurvedic, Nutrition, and more, and what I learned has been invaluable for not only myself but my friends and family. The instructors know their stuff, and it is clear they care about sharing their expertise with the future healers that are going to the school. Absolutely recommend it! read more

From the moment I met Jan Noble, I knew that this was the school for me. Everyone there is so nice. They make you feel welcome from the moment you step into the door. The classes are awesome! I did massage for over 15 years and I'm back to get re-certified and re-licensed. I'm so happy I made the decision to attend this school because I'm learning a lot more modalities and I can't wait to graduate so I can start massaging again! The teachers are awesome! If you're looking for a school who REALLY TRULY cares about you and your education, this is school for you! I LOVE IT! read more

From the moment I first walked through the doors of the institute to talk about class, I felt that I was home. Jan and all of her instructors are very knowledgeable and ready to help you learn. Here, you are part of a family. The environment is wonderful, the teachers are here to help and you will learn a trade. If you have any doubts about this school, go in and talk to Jan because she will change your life! read more

I have been a student since April 2015. This school teaches all about anatomy and physiology, swedish massage,and so many other different modalities, that truely make you feel like your ready to go out and start your buisiness. I would definately recommend this school for learning massage therapy and being in the healing hands on field. read more

I graduated from holistic life in 2014 I think. Anyway , it is a fantastic school . I had a great time learning from sandy worthington and Chris Luis , oh and I can't forget patti. Smart women that make learning fun. I would recommend this school to anyone read more

This school has helped me in more ways than just learning massage and about nutrition. The variety of modalities taught at this school is unmatched. Jan is incredible! read more

I graduated from HLI and met some really wonderful people. The courses were affordable and flexible. Perfect for me and my growing family. My love of the healing arts grew being around such a great and passionate group, but as far as the schooling however: not so great. The director loves to tell stories. Cool stories (the first time you hear them), but I found a lot of class time was wasted because of this. Western instructor is sweet and fun, but she had a hard time pronouncing terms and mostly just sloowwly read/ reviewed assigned material. Felt like she didn't always know what she was talking about and became very frustrating. I really enjoyed the eastern courses... they were by far the most informative. The final practicum (or practical as they call it?) was open book. I don't think anyone would have passed any other way. Gave the whole course a pay-to-pass feel, which if you're into that, cool, but I really wanted to know enough in the end to be confident working this field... which I didn't get from them. read more