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Become a qualified Sports Massage Therapist
Short CPD course in Sports Massage - 2 Day Diploma - £399
Cost includes: PDF course manual, online study, online theory test, practical sessions and printed diploma.
Ideal For Beginners or as a refresher
Professional insurance available from: Towergate Insurance and Westminster InsuranceOur 2 day intens
ive Sports Massage course is ideal if you have already studied body massage and wish to progress your understanding of therapeutic treatment. You will learn a form of Deep Tissue Massage, which is designed to give you the basic requisite understanding of the skills required to work as a Sports Massage Therapist on non-pathological tissue (non-injured).
Once you have completed this diploma course, you will be able to apply preventative and post-event treatment that encourages the health of both muscles and connective tissue, help improve the range of your client’s movement as well as the tone, symmetry, balance of muscle and quality of posture.
Our courses are available in both class and solo learning formats. The practical training is delivered by one of our expert tutors. You will also receive lots of friendly guidance and advice from our admin support staff who are always available to assist you.
Please note: This Sports course is being offered as a CPD (continuous professional development) course and as such, should be viewed as an introduction to Sports Massage and as a method for massage therapists to learn about deeper therapeutic techniques.
We are Coronavirus Careful
The course includes:
Lots of friendly customer support
Expert help and guidance with your pre-study to be completed at home
Lovely training materials in PDF format
Theory test to be taken online from the comfort of your own home
2 days of practical training with an expert teacher
Get a Diploma awarded by our company so you can setup self employed, start your own home-based business, or work as a mobile therapist.
This course will help to develop your knowledge of the theory that forms the foundation for Sports Massage Therapy. You will develop the understanding, skills and techniques that will allow you to plan, prepare for and apply a range of sports massage methods to your uninjured clients.
You need to have a qualification in body massage in order to participate with this course.
Pay for this course in 2 instalments. The first instalment secures your place on the course. The second instalment gives you access to the training materials, online theory test paper and practical tuition.
Questions and answers
Is this course suitable for beginners?
No. You need to have a qualification in body massage in order to attend this course.
Who accredits this course?
This is a CPD course and does not require accreditation.Which companies offer me insurance with this Diploma?
Many choices from reputable industry recognised insurers including:
Westminster Insurance, Towergate Insurance.-
Will this Diploma allow me to practice professionally?
Yes, all of our courses are suitable for professional practice. And once you have acquired insurance cover our Diplomas allow you to offer treatments from your home, from your salon or as a mobile therapist and charge for this service. -
Is there time to learn all of the techniques in only 2 days?
Yes of course. Our classes are small (between 2-8 participants) and so you'll receive focused guidance and individual attention from our teacher. You will also be taught a complete therapy treatment routine for delivering to your clients. And because students practice upon one another, you will also experience for yourself how amazing and effective this treatment can be.
Will I learn everything I need?
You will learn the same practical skills as with a longer course but you'll need to practice the treatment routine upon friends and family, using your manual and (where available) our on-line tutorial videos for further assistance after your practical training in order to perfect the techniques.
Can I come back and refresh my memory of practical skills?
You're always welcome to return and attend only the practical training again. This is known as a refresher course and allows you to brush up on the techniques you have learned with us. Refresher courses are only available to students who have previously completed their course with us, and substantial discounts are offered.
Is this a level 3 course?
No, this is a Diploma course. Diploma courses are also known as ‘short courses’ or ‘fast-track training’. However, the treatment techniques you'll learn are similar, and in some cases more extensive than on a level 3 course.
Do I need a level 3 qualification?
No, you don't need a level 3 qualification in order to deliver this therapy professionally. However, some employers and some London Borough Councils may specify a level 3 qualification as a requirement.What preparations do I need to do before my course?
You will be provided with your manual in PDF format and once you’ve read it you will be able to complete your on-line test paper, a simple, multiple choice test with 45 questions. The pass-rate is 98% and you can retake the test as many times as required without additional charge. Our administration team will also chat with you to let you know what to bring so that you are perfectly prepared and have a great time.
We provide 2 options for training
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mixed classes
- All our classes (unless otherwise stated) are mixed: This means that both males and females can attend.
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bespoke training
- We can arrange bespoke courses for solo or groups of people: friends, family or colleagues at any of our UK venues.
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Quick Overview
Sports massage Diploma.
Friendly & informal instruction.
Small class numbers.
Individual attention from your tutor.
Easy & fun to learn.
You need a qualification in body massage in order to participate with this course
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How It Works
The theory test: Study your course manual at home and complete a theory test paper online. You can retake the test as many times as you like until you reach the pass mark and at no extra charge.
2 days practical: Starting at 10am and finishing at 5pm you will be taught all of the practical skills you will need to deliver a range of sports massage treatments. There is no practical test. Instead we assess your understanding and ability of each treatment technique as it is taught. Students practice upon one another so no need to bring a massage model.
Course Modules
This is the background and theory that you study from home and then complete an online test paper before attending your practical training. It is easily completed with between 8-12 hours of study time. For some people it may take a little longer.
Module 1
Introduction to Sports massage therapy
Module 2
The role of the Sports massage therapist
Limitations and referrals
Module 3
Effects and benefits in detail
Module 4
Indications for Sports massage
Postural assessment
Module 5
Contraindications
Precautions
Restrictions
Module 6
Classifications of injuries
Module 7
Pre exercise: warm up
After exercise: cool down
Flexibility
Re-assessing clients
Module 8
Setting up for treatment
Client preparation
Consultation
Informed consent
Before and after treatment protocols
Massage mediums
Module 9
Sports massage techniques
Module 10
Front body massage
Back body massage
Massage techniques at a glance
Reference material
How to use your manual before and after training
Treatment options
Pre-event massage
Post-event massage
Massage during training
The importance of correct breathing
Posture and postural defects
Gender-specific characteristics
Categories of body shape
Notes on body weight
Muscle fatigue
Nutrition and hydration
Additional information
Suggested reading and reference material
Your notes and questions
Client consultation form
CPD Diploma & Insurance
Therapy Training School is an approved training provider, and our training courses throughout the UK are recognised for insurance purposes via Towergate Insurance and Westminster Indemnity. You will be able to practice as a self-employed therapist or mobile therapist. Always check with your potential employer (or local council) to ensure that this Diploma will be accepted by them.
More Information
Course practical: 2 days
Test paper: Complete online from your home
Professional Insurance: Available from Westminster Indemnity, or Towergate Insurance
Suitable for: Private practice, self-employed, mobile therapist and most types of employment
Previous experience: You need a qualification in body massage
I really enjoyed the Swedish Massage course, Totally different from what I expected. Really laid back and fun, unlike many courses I have attended. Easy to access profile, helpful and very polite admin staff. It couldn't have been any easier. Hassle free. The course tutor was very down to earth funny but kept us all right and guided us very professionally. She was very complimentary and corrected us in a way you didn't feel a failure. Vey patient.indeed. Looking forward to my next course.
Sharon M.
Scotland, December 2020Again yet another great weekend. Learning is always easier when its fun. Our teacher was highly professional, down to earth, easy to listen to and a huge source of knowledge. Will be booking on another course soon. Thanks so much for making booking easy and feeling looked after by the admin team.
Sharon M.
Scotland, December 2020Our tutor was very friendly and clearly very knowledgeable about her therapies. It was great to experience the massage for myself and I feel very confident following her instruction.
Michael H.
Daventry , December 2020Really enjoyed the course, what a lovely tutor. Would definately recommend.
Sharon C.
Newcastle, December 2020An excellent course with a great teacher. It was really enjoyable and I was made to feel very welcome. Now I feel confident to practice the treatment to my friends and family.
Umaporn S.
Turriff, November 2020I feel I learnt a lot from this course. Highly recommend this company!
Sarah W.
Rainhill, October 2020
