Start your wellness career with our Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy. Learn from industry‑leading tutors, study online or in‑person, and gain the specialist skills to confidently assess, treat and support clients in performance, recovery and wellbeing.
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Our Level 3 Sports Massage course gives you the essential knowledge and practical skills to deliver safe, effective, and results-driven massage treatments. You’ll learn to support clients in improving recovery, performance, flexibility, and overall wellbeing through expert assessment and hands-on techniques.
Qualify as a Sports Massage Therapist in as little as 8 weeks.
If you prefer to take your time, you’ll have up to 2 years to complete the qualification.
Getting started is simple, no formal massage qualifications required.
Minimum age: 16 years old.
Skills & qualities: Good communication, an interest in anatomy/movement, and a willingness to learn.
Our Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Course gives you both the theoretical understanding and practical skills to assess, treat, and plan massage treatments for active clients.
The course is organised into five core units:
Unit 1: Anatomy & Physiology for Sports Massage.
Unit 2: Principles of Health & Fitness.
Unit 3: Soft Tissue Dysfunction and Injury Principles.
Unit 4: Professional Practice in Sports Massage.
Units 5: Sports Massage Treatments (techniques, planning, evaluation)
How you’ll be assessed depends on whether you study online or in person:
Online Distance Learning
Face-to-Face Blended Learning
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Become a fully qualified Level 3 Sports Massage therapist with our comprehensive course. Learn from expert tutors, gain the knowledge and practical skills to deliver safe, effective sports massage treatments, and build a rewarding career helping clients improve muscle function, aid recovery, prevent injury, and enhance overall physical wellbeing.
Qualified sports massage therapists in the UK typically earn £30-£45 per hour when working freelance. Employed roles usually pay around £22,000-£40,000 per year. With experience, niche clients, or your own clinic, earnings of £45,000+ annually are achievable.
You can work in gyms, sports clubs, clinics, wellness centres, or as a self‑employed therapist. Many graduates also work with athletes, offer mobile treatments, partner with physiotherapists, or run their own boutique injury‑management services.
This Level 3 Sports Massage qualification opens doors to roles as a sports massage therapist, clinic practitioner, or freelance specialist. You might specialise in rehabilitation, injury‑prevention work, sports team support, or advanced soft tissue therapy.
Work full‑time or part‑time, freelance or as an employee. Many therapists build flexible schedules, mixing hands‑on treatments, mobile bookings, and clinic days. With the right setup, you can create a working pattern that fits your lifestyle while growing your income.
Our experienced trainers deliver courses across the UK. Speak to one of our friendly advisors today to find out which courses are available in your area. Whether you prefer face-to-face, online learning or fast track, join thousands of students who have qualified and launched successful careers in the fitness industry.
You’ll receive a fully recognised Level 3 Certificate in Sports Massage, equipping you to assess, plan, and deliver effective sports massage treatments for a range of clients, including athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
No prior massage experience is required, but a basic understanding of anatomy or fitness is recommended. This ensures you get the most from the course and can safely apply practical techniques.
With over 25 years of experience in fitness and massage education, Diverse Trainers are one of the UK’s leading providers of sports massage and exercise qualifications. Our courses are Ofqual-regulated, recognised by CIMSPA, and have a 99.4% pass rate. Thousands of students have trained with us and launched successful careers in fitness, wellbeing, and therapy.
The course is flexible and can be completed at your own pace. Most learners finish within 8 weeks, depending on study time and assessment scheduling. You’ll have up to 2 years to complete the qualification if needed.
The course includes five key units covering anatomy and physiology, principles of health and fitness, soft tissue dysfunction and injury, professional practice, and delivering different sports massage treatments. You’ll gain the skills to safely assess clients and apply massage techniques effectively.
Yes, the level Level 3 sports massage qualification is nationally and internationally recognised. Graduates can work in gyms, sports clubs, clinics, or freelance. Many combine massage with personal training, physiotherapy support, or wellness services, creating flexible career opportunities.
You’ll receive full support from our expert tutors, access to an interactive e-learning platform, practical video resources, and downloadable study materials to guide your learning every step of the way.
We offer flexible payment plans and instalment options, making it easy to start your sports massage qualification without delay. Contact our team to discuss the latest offers and finance plans.
Absolutely. After completing this course, you can specialise further with our Level 4 Sports Massage course, personal training or other advanced fitness and wellness qualifications. These pathways allow you to build a diverse and rewarding career in fitness, therapy, and wellbeing.