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Launch your career in manual therapy with this innovative and hands-on course
Enquire todayDiscover proven and effective massage and stretching skills to treat injuries, promote recovery and improve performance.
The role of a sports massage therapist is an all-encompassing one and can be as much about treating injuries as it is preventing them. There are also aspects of assessing conditions, aiding rehabilitation and dealing with the emotional side of pain.
Sports massage isn’t solely reserved for elite athletes and sportspeople and while it can be incredibly effective for these groups, massage techniques can be adapted for everyone from occasional gym goers to office workers.
Due to the sheer variety of people that massage can benefit, employment opportunities are never in short supply. Developing your own clinic or practice in a self-employed capacity is an incredibly popular route. There’s also the option to work for an existing establishment or find work at sporting events, such as marathons and triathlons.
Massage therapy also presents a fantastic CPD opportunity for already qualified personal trainers, Pilates instructors and yoga teachers.
Our sports massage course is fully accredited by YMCA Awards and recognised by CIMSPA. Currently, we deliver in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Cardiff, with more venues across the UK to be announced very soon.
You can discover more about sports massage by reading our career guide or sampling our bespoke student manual.
Sports massage is an inherently hands-on discipline so it’s only right that the course reflects that. The skills and knowledge you’ll gain during your journey will empower you to achieve great success and truly impact the lives of your clients.
Here’s a brief overview of what you’ll encounter:
In conjunction with the above, you’ll also learn about all-important health and safety, the history of and development of sports massage, and more.
To make things as engaging as possible and to give you the best chance of passing first time, we’ll give you the chance to demonstrate your theory and practical knowledge in a range of ways.
There are no formal entry requirements or prerequisites for this sports massage course.
Before you embark on your first practical weekend, we normally recommend at least 8 weeks of home study and that’s based on an hour a day.
During this time, you’ll have opportunity to familiarise yourself with your bespoke manuals and the various resources available on LES (the Learner Engagement System).
For a comprehensive breakdown of your sports massage course, call our Careers team on 0800 612 4067 or send us an email using the form above for your free study guide.
Take your qualification further by combining it with others, saving money and benefiting from exclusive extras like videos, career support and job opportunities.
Massage and stretching skills and techniques have been scientifically proven to promote recovery, improve performance and treat injuries. It’s not a service solely for elite athletes and sportspeople either, everyone from casual runners to Crossfitters can benefit from sports massage therapy.
Our Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage is the ‘must have’ qualification if you’re looking to expand your offering as a fitness professional, especially if you are looking to tailor your services towards rehabilitation and massage.
Across three weekends of highly engaging and practical training, you’ll discover everything you need to know about becoming a qualified massage therapist.
This is the industry’s most popular entry-level qualification and while being a gym instructor is a rewarding job in its own right, this course is a must-have if you have plans for becoming a personal trainer.
The Level 2 Gym Instructor Certificate is a foundational course that is designed to teach the ropes. On completion, you’ll have the knowledge, skills and confidence to plan and teach a variety of gym-based exercises. You’ll learn how to programme exercise, deliver inductions and provide expert fitness advice to your clients.
To support you on this gym instructor journey, we provide you with a wealth of learning resources including online video lectures, detailed training manuals, mock exams, online workbooks and more.
With world-class learning content written and delivered by experts, this is not only the industry’s most popular personal training course but also the most advanced. Think of this as nothing other than a complete game-changer.
If you’re looking to join the fitness elite and truly change lives, our Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training should be a crucial part of your career plans. The course is fully accredited by YMCA Awards, endorsed by CIMSPA and recognised internationally by all employers. It really is a passport to success in the personal training profession.
The course content is developed and taught with your success in mind. Along your journey to becoming a leading PT, you’ll study a range of subjects, including anatomy, physiology, diet, nutrition, fitness assessment, advanced cardio and resistance training, core stability, business acumen and much more.
Preparation is key to success. Prime your career as a professional bodyworker with our extensive range of sports massage resources, expert tutors and passionate support.