Bloom Wellbeing’s Beginners level Sports Massage Qualification
 
Dates:
16 weeks (Classroom days every fortnight) Starting September 12th 2026
 
This is the entry-level qualification for becoming a professional sports massage therapist. It provides the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills needed to treat clients with minor injuries or soft tissue tension.
 
We teach all of our level 3 course in person, no online learning! You will give and receive massages throughout the course as well as working on members of the public. There are also opportunities to work in professional sports clubs and at local sporting events to gain real life experience.
 
What You’ll Learn:
Basic anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology
Principles of soft tissue dysfunction and repair
Massage techniques: effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, frictions, etc.
Client consultation and assessment
How to provide pre-event, post-event, and maintenance massage
Professional practice, ethics, and health & safety
 
Career Opportunities:
You’ll be qualified to work with the general public and physically active individuals, offering massage for injury prevention, relaxation, and recovery. It can be a standalone career or a stepping stone to Level 4.
 
Entry Requirements:
No prior massage qualifications needed, though some providers may ask for basic fitness and an understanding of written and spoken English.
 
Accreditation:
Accredited by Active IQ, and regulated by Ofqual and recognised by CIMSPA.