Level 3 Performance Massage Course in Newcastle. Classes run at Newcastle College, part-time during the day over 20 weeks. You'll develop the practical skills to assess, treat, and support clients using performance massage techniques. The course covers anatomy, physiology, and hands-on massage methods used in sports and holistic therapy settings. No prior qualifications are required to start. An initial assessment helps confirm the course is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Part-Time
Entry requirements
No prior qualifications are required for this qualification, however, learners should:
What you will learn
You'll learn the anatomy and physiology relevant to performance massage
You'll develop hands-on techniques for pre- and post-event massage
You'll practise soft tissue manipulation and remedial massage methods
You'll learn how to assess clients and identify treatment needs
You'll understand health, safety, and professional practice in a massage setting
You'll build knowledge of injury prevention and recovery support
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on practice at Newcastle College. Assessment includes practical demonstrations of massage techniques and written or knowledge-based tasks. Your tutor will observe your work directly and give feedback throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports massage therapist - work with athletes and active clients
Holistic therapist - offer massage as part of a therapy practice
Massage therapist - work in salons, spas, or wellness centres
Fitness centre therapist - support gym members with recovery
Self-employed massage practitioner - run your own client practice
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy - deepens clinical knowledge and prepares you for more advanced client work
Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage - broadens your therapy offer with complementary techniques
Level 3 Diploma in Sports Therapy - a wider qualification covering injury assessment and rehabilitation, useful if you want to work in sport professionally
