Study our fully accredited Sports Massage Therapy course and learn the hands-on skills needed to treat clients effectively and build your therapy business as soon as you qualify
Why students choose Vector Training
- Practical hands-on learning
- Weekend workshops
- Sports massage therapy, dry cupping and taping course bundle
- Experienced tutors
- Small class size
- Flexible payment plans
What you'll learn in our level 3 sports massage diploma
- Cover a range of units from anatomy and physiology to soft tissue dysfunction and sports massage techniques
- Qualify ready to provide sports massage, myofascial dry cupping and kinesiology taping to clients
- Study online from home around your practical training days
- One to one support with your tutor in and around your sessions
- Business start up support, including social media and marketing fundamentals
After completing this qualification you can
- Start your own sports massage business
- Work mobile or in a clinic
- Work with sports teams
- Work alongside private physiotherapists
- Add sports massage to your existing fitness business
2026 Upcoming Workshop Dates - Manchester
2026 Block 4 (November - January 2027)
November 14th & 15th, 28th & 29th, December 12th & 13th, January 9th & 10th, 16th (Rocktape) & 17th (Dry Cupping)
Real Success Stories
Join 100s more graduates and start your business now!
Sophie
Level 3 and 4
Ryan
Level 3
Ainsley
Level 3
Seb
Level 3 and 4
Carly
Level 3 and 4
Hamzah
Level 3 and 4
Kellie
Level 3 and 4
Jess
Level 4
Johnny
Level 3 and 4
Anna
Level 3
Bea
Level 3 and 4
Dean
Level 3
Start your own Sports Massage Therapy business in 2026. Pay with interest-free instalments online ⬇️
Get face to face business start up workshop
- Learn how to market and promote your business
- Get face to face training on how to build a successful Sports Massage Therapy business model
- Develop the interpersonal skills needed to excel as a Sports Massage Therapist
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FAQs
Is this course accredited?
Yes, the level 3 diploma in Sports Massage Therapy is fully accredited by Focus Awards and is internationally recognised. Our Dry Cupping course is fully accredited through FHT.
Can I get insurance and start my Sports Massage Therapy business after this course?
Yes. This course allows you get insurance and operate as a fully qualified sports massage therapist.
What will I learn on the Sports Massage Therapy course?
This Focus Awards qualification covers a range of units including: Anatomy and physiology, principles of health and fitness, principles of soft tissue dysfunction, professional practice in sports massage, and sports massage treatments.
Do I need any prior qualifications to study the Sports Massage Therapy course?
No. There are no prior qualifications needed to enrol onto this course, however a good level of English is required.
How can I pay the course fees?
You are able to pay your course fees in a single payment or you are able to pay up to 3 or 4 interest free monthly payments.
