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Sports Massage Refresher Course

Skill-enhancing, Practical, Comprehensive, Hands-on
This unique 3-day Bridging and Refresher Course with experienced tutor Clare Riddell is designed for therapists who have completed holistic or body massage training and want to transition into the world of sports massage—or for qualified sports massage therapists who need a practical refresher. Whether you’re looking to meet course prerequisites, update your skills after time away, or simply build more confidence, this hands-on day is the perfect next step. Clare’s clear, encouraging teaching style helps you strengthen your knowledge of anatomy, deepen your understanding of soft tissue techniques, and explore the differences between holistic and sports massage approaches. You’ll review key techniques such as deep tissue massage, passive stretching and deeper pressure work, while also revisiting posture assessment, contraindications, and client handling. The course is tailored to suit your experience level and goals, offering plenty of supervised practice and individual feedback. Ideal as a bridge into further training or as a standalone CPD day, this course will leave you feeling more confident, competent, and ready to work with a broader range of clients. Reconnect with your hands-on skills and take the next step in your massage career with expert guidance.
Course Content:
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Massage techniques: Effleurage, petrissage, compressions, shaking, vibrations, tapotement
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Deep tissue techniques: Frictions, NMTs, stripping, lengthening
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Body parts covered: legs, back, chest, neck, glutes and arms
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Flexibility tests & passive stretching
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Anatomy – bones & muscles
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Sports massage treatments: pre & post-event and remedial work
What to Bring:
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2 large towels, 1 small towel (and a couch cover, if you have one)
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Lunch (although there is a Sainsburys about 2 minutes walk from the clinic)
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Sporty clothing (and shorts)
Assessment & Coursework:
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Observations & feedback during the session
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No coursework
Pre-Requisites:
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Students must be 18 years or older (no maximum age!)
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Level 3 Sports massage OR L3 Body Massage
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