sports massage course!

[The Queen Bee]

hi everyone. Need your help!!

I dont often post on these boards as i have seen many people having quite horrible arguements or people accusing others of being unprofessional but................just need others opinions.thanks.

my partner is in the building industry and as you all know building is coming to a standstill. This has pushed my partner into wanting to take a very different change in career after 12 years!!!!

He is interested in learning sports massage. Does any1 have idea what the best qualification is to take or where the best place to learn is.

thank you every1
xxx

 

[Rach]

I can highly recommend this lady - she is based in Essex.

A Bond Therapies Training - Professional Massage Courses in Chelmsford Essex - Certificate in Sports Massage Techniques course

 

[pure]

You could always check out your local college. There are often sports massage courses available, but he would obviously have alot of a&p to learn too which can be hard work. But where theres a will theres a way!

 

[The Queen Bee]

thanks guys keep them coming!!!

 

[JANEY K]

yes definately a private course or college is the way forward ..understanding of the human body is essential for all courses involving the body...ur hubby should go for it.if you want to know about it here are a few links SMA Web Site, About...

Massage Therapy UK

 

[The Queen Bee]

A and P will not be a problem for him to learn as he got an A* in his biology gcse and really enjoys learning about that stuff....brain box!!!lol

But have i got this right.......will he have to do a standard massage course, such as sweedish massage before he learns sports massage?
xxx

 

[JANEY K]

A and P will not be a problem for him to learn as he got an A* in his biology gcse and really enjoys learning about that stuff....brain box!!!lol

But have i got this right.......will he have to do a standard massage course, such as sweedish massage before he learns sports massage?
xxx

not for college courses ..i don't know about private courses. my friend james did sports massage.. so straight into sports massage for a whole year.

 

[weezie]

I can highly recommend this lady - she is based in Essex.

A Bond Therapies Training - Professional Massage Courses in Chelmsford Essex - Certificate in Sports Massage Techniques course

These courses look excellent, I'm looking to add some deep pressure moves to my back massages, I've sent off for a brochure, thanks.:hug:

 

[Nettie1]

I think that BABTAC offer a course in Gloucester.

 

[jennyp]

Wow - for once an area I do know what I'm talking about...... having been a sports therapist for the last 15 years.

I can highly recommend this lady - she is based in Essex.

A Bond Therapies Training - Professional Massage Courses in Chelmsford Essex - Certificate in Sports Massage Techniques course

I don't know this lady personally, but just having seen the site, there is no way you can cover sports massage techniques in two days - even as a post-graduate course. sorry.

I actually employ therapists and the variation between quality in courses is huge. If your boyfriend is in Kent (not sure whereabouts), then one of the best centres in the south east is the Raworth Centre.
Raworth College - Sports Massage Course

He might also like to try the lssm
LSSM

Neither courses are cheap, but you won't find good professional courses cheaply - sadly.

 

[The Queen Bee]

I actually employ therapists and the variation between quality in courses is huge. If your boyfriend is in Kent (not sure whereabouts), then one of the best centres in the south east is the Raworth Centre.
Raworth College - Sports Massage Course

He might also like to try the lssm
LSSM
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thanx jennyp they r great!!

 

[abtt]

Just thought I'd call in and introduce myself.
I am Andrea Bond, the Principal of A Bond Therapies Training and would like to thank 'Rach' from Chelmsford for her compliments above.
I would just like to clarify a point raised by 'JennyP, and I quote: "I don't know this lady personally, but just having seen the site, there is no way you can cover sports massage techniques in two days - even as a post-graduate course. sorry."

With all due respect, the contents of this 2 day Post Grad course are clearly outlined on our website and there is no inference whatsoever that I am attempting to teach all there is to know about Sports Massage on this course. That would be ridiculous.
The course is a Post Graduate course registered and approved by ITECs recommended association, CTha and that is stated on their own website.
I really am disappointed to see such sour comments by a person who claims to be so well informed.
I have run this school very successfully for many years and my resume speaks for itself.

Good luck to all therapists out there who are looking to step into this amazing world of Sports Therapy.
Regards and very best wishes
Andrea Bond

 

[jennyp]

Hello Andrea
I certainly did not mean to offend you and sorry if I have. The written word can often take on a meaning not meant. The comments were meant to inform and certainly not 'sour'. I have employed many therapists in my business, but have had to turn away many because they are insufficiently qualified - even though they have completed a course and can get insurance. These people get very upset when they realise they have spent good money on an inadequate course (and before you jump down my throat, I am NOT indicating that your courses are inadequate- far from it you have been recommended by an obviously satisfied member of the board.)
HOWEVER, the original poster's question asked what the best courses were and where was the best place train for someone having a complete change of career and I only felt it right to point out that a two day course would be insufficient. Even as a post graduate course they would need to do their basic training and A and P first. Whilst I can understand that a two day course would be of great benefit to experienced massage therapists adding additional techniques to their repertoire, it is not IMO the way to go for someone starting from scratch.

I am sure your courses are good, I stated that I did not know you, and am sorry for any offense taken - it was certainly not intended, but having spent fifteen years in this industry, I stand by the advice I gave.

Best wishes
Jenny

 

[anca14]

Hi Andrea,
Why do u call it Sport Massage Course if you cant teach all what a therapist need to know to offer this treatment?
Thanks