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Sports Massage Level 3 Diploma Course

Launch Your Career as a Sports Massage Therapist in Just 3-4 Months

Are you passionate about helping others perform at their physical best? Our FHT-accredited Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy course is your fast track to a new and rewarding career as a sports massage therapist.

Sports massage is one of the most popular and sought-after massage treatments. Learn how to give this form of deep-tissue massage that can alleviate chronic pain and help your clients recover from recent injuries.

Comprehensive Training - covering all aspects of sports massage (including deep tissue techniques, advanced stretching methods such as soft tissue release and muscle energy techniques, and trigger-point work)

Long-term sustainable career - we prioritise your long-term success as a therapist, paying special attention to your posture and comfort. Move beyond reliance on thumbs and fingers and learn our unique Body-Smart Methods that use your whole body for powerful, lasting treatments with minimum effort.

Professional Recognition by FHT - one of the leading accrediting bodies in the UK. Upon qualification you'll qualify for professional liability coverage and will be able to start working immediately as a certified sports massage therapist.

Our Level 3 Sports massage diploma is suitable for beginners who want to become professional sports massage therapists. There are no pre-requisites and it includes anatomy and physiology training alongside the practical training in sports massage.

Have any questions? Please see our FAQs section below (at the bottom of the page)


Course Summary:

Face-to-face teaching: 8 days including assessment day

Additional work: assignments and case studies

Total learning hours: 225

Course dates: Next course starts 4th May - Only 1 place left!

Autumn course starts 22 September.

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Cost: £1799. Payment plans available.

Location: Leamington Spa - face-to-face training in a dedicated massage studio. Your in-person training is fully supported by professionally filmed training videos to help with your practice

Tutor: Kathryn Ellis

£1,799.00

I did my sports massage therapy level 3 diploma with Kathryn. From day one I knew I had made the right decision choosing her; Kathryns knowledge is second to none. The support was great as well as the course being a lot of fun, I met some great people and finished feeling confident in my new qualification. I would highly recommend the Central School of massage if you’re looking for Someone who is genuinely passionate in the industry and puts a lot of effort into each student. Very excited to get started!

KAREN SANDALLS

Graduate of Level 3 Diploma Course in Sports Massage

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

Anyone wanting to become a professional sports massage therapist. You do not need any previous experience.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

There are no pre-requisites. Anatomy and Physiology training is included in the course.
No need to complete a level 1 or 2 first

QUALIFICATION

FHT- Accredited Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage

Course Overview

Our next 225-hour intensive Level 3 Diploma course in Sports Massage consists of  8 days of training over 3 months. Full details below.

This is the perfect course for complete beginners who are looking to qualify as a professional Sports massage therapist. It includes eight days of hands-on massage training and in-depth anatomy and physiology. Included is an assessment day with 1-2-1 mini "business" coaching session to help you set up and market yourself as a therapist.
What an amazing experience, Kathryn is a very competent and amazing teacher from basic techniques to more advanced, she makes you feel comfortable from day 1 of the course and gives you the ongoing support throughout the course such a kind, caring and loving teacher and therapist so glad I did her course and met her 😊 😍

JAMES HOLMES

Graduate of Level 3 Diploma Course in Sports Massage
Our course focuses on establishing great techniques from the start. We emphasise good posture and body mechanics to ensure that you learn how to use your body with the minimum of effort and maximum of ease. We want to make sure our students are equipped with the best skills to guarantee a long-lasting career.

What's included in the course?

On the course you'll: 

* learn sports massage techniques including how to use forearms, elbows and knuckles with good body mechanics to ensure maximum effect with minimum effort. 

* learn when and how to use effective stretching techniques including soft tissue release (STR) and muscle energy techniques (MET)

* learn when and how to use trigger point therapy (NMT) within your treatments

* understand the principles of soft-tissue dysfunction and how it's different to injury

* understand the role that sports massage plays in helping to recover from recent injuries and to alleviate chronic pain

* learn the principles of health and fitness

* develop professional practice in sports massage

* develop knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology related to sports massage

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to study Level 1 or 2 before doing this course?
No, this is an entry-level qualification that allows you to work at a professional level.


Will I be able to work as a Sports Massage Therapist once I qualify?
Yes, you will be able to work and get insurance to practise as a Sports Massage Therapist after you've successfully completed the course (having passed the final assessment and completed all coursework including case-studies)

Can I study further courses in massage?
Yes, you can go on to study at level 4 or 5 in sports massage once you have your level 3. You can also study other forms of massage (e.g. Thai yoga massage, Hot Stones, Indian Head etc.)

Can I study this course online?
This is only available as an in-person course. As it takes you from complete beginner, you need to learn the hands-on skills in an environment where your techniques are carefully monitored by your teacher. Once qualified, you can go on to study further massage skills online

Where does the course take place?
This course takes place at The Cabin in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. It's a purpose-built studio set up for massage training with underfloor heating and skylights allowing us maximum ventilation whilst still keeping warm.

Can I pay in instalments?
Yes, you can pay in four monthly instalments of £465 or a one-off payment of £1,799. Choose your payment preference at the Check-Out.

Summer 2026 Course Dates

Days 1-4: Monday 4th - Thursday 7th May; 

Days 5-7: Saturday 23rd - Monday 25th May; 

Day 8: Assessment day in July (tba).

Autumn 2026 Course Dates

Days 1-4: Tuesday 22nd - Friday 25th September; 

Days 5-7: Friday 16th - Sunday 18th October; 

Day 8: Assessment day in December (tba).

I recently completed the level 3 sports massage diploma course taught by Kathryn and I'd just like to say a massive thank you to her and a big thank you to the amazing people I did the course with. They made the course so enjoyable and there were never any dull moments when we were together. I've been wanting to do sports massage for the past few years and to finally have the opportunity to do so, means so much to me. Kathryn's knowledge, motivation and kindness helped me come out of my comfort zone and brought out this whole new level of confidence I didn't know I had. I can't wait for the next steps in my career and show people what I can do!

DAISY MUSK

Graduate of Level 3 Diploma Course in Sports Massage

£1,799.00

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