About Us
Welcome To Spectrum School of Massage
Spectrum School of Massage is Minot and Bismarck’s only massage school program in the Central North Dakota area!
We are thrilled to be offering this new, exciting opportunity for people in Dickinson and Grand Forks!! Coming soon!! Stay tuned for more information
Hands-On Learning 
Hours Towards Certification Preperation for Testing
Our Experts
Meet the experienced and passionate instructors at Spectrum School of Massage, dedicated to guiding students through every step of their massage therapy education.
Rachelle Sian
Head Instructor & Assistant Director
Rachelle is one of Spectrum School of Massage. After receiving her BA in Psychology and working several professions while traveling around with her military family, Rachelle began to look at ways to become stable in a mobile career.
During a short stay in CA, Rachelle put her time to good use by taking some classes in massage therapy at a local college and instantly found her gift. She extended her massage education by attending an orthopedic massage seminar. After the first day, she was sold on the effectiveness of orthopedic massage and continued on to get her certification in that modality.
She continues to pursue knowledge in the field of medical massage to include:
Masters Degree in Exercise Science with a specialty in Rehabilitation Science, Corrective Exercise Certification with NASM, and Specialty in TMJ therapy.
Mike Sian
School Director
Michael Sian, V.P. of Spectrum Fitness & Director of Spectrum School of Massage. He is a highly decorated retired military officer, with thirty years of service with the Department of Defense. He holds a master’s degree in International Security Studies from the Naval Postgraduate School and a master’s degree in US History from the American Military University. Post retirement, Michael has gone through the rigorous education to become a Paramedic and holds an associate’s degree in Paramedicine from the Dakota College of Bottineau.
He has taught as an adjunct professor for Park University as a US History and a Criminal Justice teacher. He has trained in Martial Arts for over 40 years, also serving as the lead hand to hand combat instructor for multiple military units. He also has a passion for fitness as he has pursued martial arts for the majority of his life, as well as law enforcement tactics/self-defense instructor certifications.
Trista Rychlik
Clinicals Instructor, Bismarck
Trista Rychlik is a licensed massage therapist who has been practicing since August 2005. She earned her Associate in Science degree from Bismarck State College in 2004. Trista continued her education at Williston State College in 2005, earning her Massage Degree.
In 2018 she earned her Bachelor’s in Exercise Science from Concordia University St. Paul. Trista is also the owner and operator of Trista’s Therapeutic Techniques. Aside from having extensive education and work experience, Trista is also a Taekwondo Instructor through Roughrider Academy, a 2019 graduate of the North Dakota Women’s Leadership program, and will be an alumnus of their Business Intensive program this spring as well! She is passionate about massage therapy, martial arts, fitness, and overall wellness!
Lori Frank
Instructor, Bismarck
Lori Frank began her career in 2004, graduating from the Massage Professional Licensing Program at Ashmead College in Portland, OR, where she had the privilege of working with an experienced team of professional massage therapists.
This inspired her passion for helping others find therapeutic pain relief with massage therapy.
Lori grew up in Williston, ND, and relocated back to the Bismarck/Mandan community after her college experience in 2007.
She has worked in spas, salons, and a chiropractic office. She began her self-employed journey in 2011.
Lori is married with three boys. As a family, they love to spend time swimming and boating on the Missouri River in the summers and entertaining friends in their home in the winter.
What We Do
Spectrum School of Massage offers hands-on training in diverse massage techniques, anatomy, and compassionate care, preparing students for confident, client-centered careers in the wellness industry.
Professional Massages
We provide professional massage therapy that focuses on relaxation, pain relief, and overall wellness, tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Massage School
Our massage school offers a comprehensive program that blends in-depth classroom learning with hands-on training to prepare students for certification and a successful career in massage therapy.
Student Massage
Our student massages give future therapists the opportunity to apply their training in a real setting while offering clients quality care at a reduced rate.
How Our School Works
At Spectrum School of Massage, students receive a well-rounded education that combines textbook-based learning with extensive hands-on experience. Our program is designed to meet certification requirements, with each hour of training contributing toward the total needed for licensure. We focus on both the science and the skill of massage therapy, preparing our students not just for the certification exam, but for real success in the field.
Textbook education
Hands-on Learning
