Become a Qualified Sports Massage Therapist This November
Four Saturdays. Three completely practical workshops. One assessment day. A maximum of just 10 learners.
Train face-to-face at TruGym Thorpe Bay, Southend-on-Sea through a combination of comprehensive e-learning and intensive hands-on practical training.
7th, 14th, 21st & 28th November 2026
11:00am–5:00pm
Only 10 places available
First 5 Places - £999
Remaining 5 Places - £1,299
Future intakes: £1,499
A Sports Massage Course Built Around Practical Ability
Massage is a hands-on skill.
That's why the theory for this qualification is completed through our comprehensive e-learning programme, allowing us to dedicate the face-to-face workshops to actually developing your practical ability.
You'll have:
- Three fully practical workshop days
- One practical assessment day
- Extensive online learning
- Practice treatments between workshops
- Individual feedback from experienced tutors
- A maximum of just 10 learners
The aim isn't simply to help you pass an assessment.
It's to help you become confident delivering Sports Massage to real clients.
How the Course Works
Complete Your Theory Online
You'll receive access to your e-learning as soon as you enrol and keep lifetime access after completing the qualification.
We recommend getting started straight away so you're as prepared as possible for the practical workshops.
Attend Three Practical Workshops
Saturday 7th November
Saturday 14th November
Saturday 21st November
All three days run from 11:00am–5:00pm and are focused on practical Sports Massage skills.
You'll practise techniques, treatment structure, consultation skills, positioning and hands-on delivery while receiving feedback from your tutors.
Practise Between Workshops
You'll also practise on suitable dummy clients between sessions and record your treatments in your client treatment diary.
Complete Your Assessment Day
Saturday 28th November — 11:00am–5:00pm
You'll complete your practical assessments for:
- Pre-event Sports Massage
- Post-event Sports Massage
- Maintenance Sports Massage with consultation
You'll also complete the required e-learning, coursework and treatment diary.
Who Is This Course For?
No previous massage or fitness qualification is required.
This course is ideal for:
- Aspiring Sports Massage Therapists
- Personal Trainers wanting to add Sports Massage to their services
- Coaches and fitness professionals
- Anyone looking to build a career or additional income stream through Sports Massage
On successful completion, you'll achieve the:
Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy
Learn in a Small Group With Experienced Tutors
Your practical training will be delivered by two experienced tutors with around two decades of industry experience each.
The course is deliberately limited to 10 learners.
That gives us the opportunity to actually watch your technique, give you individual feedback and help you improve throughout the course rather than simply demonstrating exercises from the front of a large classroom.
Everything Is Included
Your course fee includes:
- Full Sports Massage e-learning
- Lifetime access to your online course
- Three practical workshop days
- Practical assessment day
- Tutor support
- Coursework assessment
- Practical assessment fees
- Certification
- Massage equipment during the workshops
No hidden assessment or certification fees.
The only major piece of equipment you'll need to provide yourself is a portable massage table.
You'll need this before the first workshop so you can bring it to the course and use it for your practice treatments between sessions.
If you're unsure which one to buy, we can send you recommendations for the massage tables we use ourselves.
What Can You Do After Qualifying?
Sports Massage can be used as a standalone service or added to an existing fitness business.
Once qualified, you could:
- Offer Sports Massage treatments to clients
- Add Sports Massage to your Personal Training services
- Work with gym members and recreational athletes
- Deliver pre- and post-event treatments
- Develop an additional income stream alongside your existing work
November Intake - Only 10 Places
We're offering this first intake at a reduced launch price.
First 5 Places - £999
Once the first five places have been secured:
Remaining 5 Places - £1,299
Future intakes are planned to cost £1,499.
The £999 price disappears once the first five places are taken.
Course Details
Qualification: Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy
Dates: 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th November 2026
Time: 11:00am–5:00pm
Location:
TruGym Thorpe Bay
Bournes Green Chase
Southend-on-Sea
Essex
SS1 3RB
Group Size: Maximum 10 learners
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any previous qualifications?
No. The course is open to complete beginners as well as existing Personal Trainers and fitness professionals.
Is the course all face-to-face?
No. The underpinning theory and coursework are completed through our e-learning platform, while the face-to-face days focus on practical training and assessment.
When do I get access to the online learning?
As soon as you enrol.
We recommend starting as early as possible before the first workshop.
Do I need my own massage bed?
Yes. You'll need your own portable massage table before the first workshop.
If you're unsure what to buy, we'll happily send you recommendations for the tables we use ourselves.
Do I need to practise between workshops?
Yes. You'll practise on suitable dummy clients between sessions and record these treatments as part of your qualification.
Are there any additional assessment fees?
No. Assessment and certification are included within the course price.
Ready to Get Qualified?
If you'd like to become a qualified Sports Massage Therapist or add Sports Massage to your existing fitness business, book a quick call with us.
We'll explain exactly how the qualification works, answer your questions and help you decide whether the November intake is right for you.
First 5 Places - £999
Only 10 learners will be accepted.