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Reflexology and Foot Massage Regulations and Laws in Colorado

Reflexology and Foot Massage Regulations and Laws in Colorado

At Raynor Massage, we celebrate holistic healing and empower practitioners with clarity on legal guidelines. In Colorado, reflexology is exempt from massage licensure—but there are still important requirements to follow.

Is Reflexology Legal in Colorado?

Yes. Under Colorado Revised Statutes § 12‑235‑110(1)(e), reflexology is explicitly excluded from the state’s definition of “massage therapy,” provided it is offered without claiming to be massage therapy library.municode.com+9law.justia.com+9lauranorman.com+9mindbodyandsoleonline.com+2platteinstitute.org+2platteinstitute.org+2.

That means you can legally offer reflexology or foot massage without holding a state massage license—as long as you do not advertise or perform it as massage therapy.

What’s Covered by the Exemption?

The statute specifically excludes:

State Massage Licensing in Colorado

If you wish to practice massage therapy, which involves structured touch of soft tissue like kneading, effleurage, or percussion, you must:

  • Earn 500 hours from an approved massage school

  • Pass the MBLEx or NCBTMB exam

  • Apply for a state license, complete a background check, and renew biennially

Note that state registration preempts local massage regulation — once registered, you’re legally recognized statewide

 

Local Rules: Massage vs. Reflexology

Although reflexology is exempt from state-level massage licensure, cities like Denver treat it differently under local law:

Denver (City & County)

  • A Massage Business License is required for any business offering massage therapy or related services.

  • Reflexology, auricular, meridian therapies are considered “alternative methods that employ contact”, and are exempt, as long as the provider is not advertising massage therapy

  • A licensed massage therapist practicing solo is also exempt.

Want to Learn Reflexology?

Raynor Massage offers transformative Foot & Hand Reflexology and Meridian Therapy Training, teaching you to apply Raynor’s signature techniques safely and effectively—all while staying within legal boundaries.

➡️ Explore our Foot & Hand Reflexology Course
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These courses are perfect for:

  • Professional reflexologists building state-compliant practices

  • Licensed massage therapists expanding their expertise

  • Aspiring holistic practitioners across Colorado

✅ Colorado Reflexology Compliance Checklist

  1. Do not advertise reflexology as “massage therapy.”

  2. Offer only reflexology, auricular, or meridian-based techniques.

  3. If offering massage therapy, obtain:

    • 500-hour school training

    • Pass MBLEx/NCBTMB

    • State license with renewal and background check

  4. Check city rules (e.g., Denver):

  • Massage businesses require local licensing
  • Reflexology-only services remain exempt under “alternative methods”

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⚠️ Disclaimer

This guide is informational and not legal advice. Laws and local rules may change. Confirm with the Colorado Office of Massage Therapy Licensure and your local city or county government (e.g., Denver) before starting or offering services.