Sports Massage Course for Employment Certification

Power, Precision & Performance. Ready to work with athletes—or just deliver results like one?

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This Sports Massage Certification Course is designed for massage therapists who want to specialize in performance enhancement, injury prevention, and recovery. Whether your clients are weekend warriors or elite competitors, sports massage offers targeted, intentional bodywork that supports movement, speeds recovery, and reduces the risk of injury.

Sports Massage Course
Sports Massage Course
$100.00
Power, Precision & Performance. Ready to work with athletes—or just deliver results like one?

Work smarter. Recover faster. Train stronger.

This course provides comprehensive training in sports massage theory and application, equipping massage therapists with the skills to support athletic performance and recovery. Students will learn how to perform event-based and maintenance sports massage, assess muscle function, and tailor techniques based on sport-specific demands.

The course covers myofascial release, stretching techniques, and protocols for common athletic complaints such as muscle tightness, overuse injuries, and decreased range of motion. Emphasis is placed on proper timing, communication with athletic clients, and staying within the massage therapy scope of practice.

  • • Understand the goals and timing of pre-event, inter-event, post-event, and maintenance massage

    • Apply specific techniques to support performance and recovery

    • Recognize common sports-related injuries and contraindications

    • Develop treatment plans tailored to athletic training cycles

    • Improve range of motion, flexibility, and soft tissue resilience

    • Communicate effectively with athletes, coaches, and trainers

  • Perfect for therapists who want to serve active populations with confidence, skill, and professionalism. Become the go-to expert for athletes at every level.

  • Learn how to support athletes before, during, and after activity with targeted massage techniques that boost performance and aid recovery. Perfect for massage therapists who want to specialize in active populations and results-driven care.

  • 📍Self-paced Online Learning - Complete at your own pace with guided instructional videos and resources

    📍Hands-On Training Assignments - Submit practice videos or reflection questions to reinforce Learning.

    📍Final Exam & Certification - Upon successful completion, you’ll receive an Employment Certification in Sports Massage from Fenton Massage Institute.

    📍Next Steps: Enroll today and start your journey to mastering Sports Massage in a professional setting!