In a nutshell: Sports Massage is advanced massage techniques and more anatomy and physiology

Sports Massage is a fantastic way to address specific musculoskeletal conditions. Part of a treatment involves the assessment of joints and tissues in order to determine likely causes of damage, injury or misuse - which may come from sporting or non-sporting activities. Anything from tennis elbow to "RSI. Planning of future treatments is also part of the picture as well as the application of advanced massage techniques to maximise treatment effectiveness.

Self-reflective practice is encouraged in Sports Massage training and the resulting ability to treat a wider range of conditions in your massage treatments. Definitely more tools in your toolbox - whether or not you choose to work directly with Sports people or not!

Accredited by The Association of Physical and Natural Therapists (APNT)

Why APNT?

Established in 1986 and part of the BCMA (British Complementary Medicine Association) the APNT (Association of Physical and Natural Therapists) sets some of the highest standards in advanced massage training. It ensures that all registered schools deliver expert professional training, and that once qualified, sports massage therapists follow a code of ethics and maintain a high standard of practice.

How long is the course?

For those already qualified in Massage, Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology, this is a 15 day course over 8 months and takes place at weekends. Following the theory and practical exams, students have 6 months to submit a project on any topic relevant to Sports Massage. If you're new to massage you will need to do a Diploma in Massage, Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology first.

What will you learn?

The course leads to a practitioner's qualification that will enable you to practice professionally as a Sports Massage Therapist. You will be able to treat a wide variety of clients with sporting and non-sporting injuries and build on your assessment and treatment skills related to a wide variety of conditions. You will also increase your knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology.

What is covered in the course?

• Specific sports massage techniques and their application.
• Specific stretching techniques eg Soft tissue release, active and passive stretching
• The theory and application of massage pre and post event.
• Sports Massage related to maintenance between events, as a preventative measure, as part of rehabilitation.
• Passive joint mobilizations.
• Postural assessment.
• Specific tests e.g. McMurrays test for meniscal tear, Appleys distraction test.
• Principles to define bone, muscle, tendon, or ligament injury.
• Pathology of a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions e.g. sciatica, shin splints, tennis elbow, RSI.
• Consultations, assessment and planning treatments.
• Clinic sessions.

Who is this course for?

• Anyone who is thinking of a complete career change.
• Anyone who is looking for a sound addition to their existing career.
• Practising therapists of any discipline who wish to expand their skills and broaden their knowledge.
• Anyone wanting to work with a wide variety of clients, including sportspeople.
• Anyone wanting to increase their knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Anyone wanting a better understanding of common musculoskeletal disorders.
• Anyone wanting to go on a study physiotherapy or osteopathy or chiropractic.

What else?

• Students will be expected to submit 18 case studies during the course.
• We provide a low student to tutor ratio, that ensures individual guidance and feedback. We create a learning environment that is relaxed, fun, informative and collaborative.