Bloom Wellbeing’s Beginners level Sports Massage Qualification
 
Dates:
12 weeks (Classroom days every fortnight) Starting September 20th 2025
 
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.
 
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.