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Level 4 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Selby

Cost£811.00
Duration10 weeks
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyACTIVEIQ awarding body
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About this course

Level 4 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Selby. Evening classes run at Selby College, part-time over 10 weeks. This level 4 sports massage therapy qualification builds on Level 3 skills to prepare you for working with clients who have recent non-acute injuries and pre-existing conditions. You'll develop advanced techniques including soft tissue release, connective tissue work, and corrective friction. To join, you'll need a Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy or equivalent.

Who this course is for

The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy course will prepare you specifically for working in the sports massage dealing with injured clients.

This qualification will give you the opportunity to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and understanding to work with clients who have had recent non-acute injuries and preexisting conditions.

You will develop your massage techniques gained at Level 3 further; in areas such as soft tissue release, connective tissue, corrective frictions, trigger points and muscle energy techniques. You will also gain a deeper knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology that will aid your development as a massage practitioner.

You will learn through practical and theory sessions in College. Self-directed study, learning and practice outside College will help you develop your knowledge and skills further.

Entry requirements

You must have completed the Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy or equivalent.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced sports massage techniques beyond Level 3 foundations.
  • You'll learn how to assess and work with clients who have recent non-acute injuries.
  • You'll apply soft tissue release techniques to support client recovery.
  • You'll work with connective tissue and apply corrective friction methods.
  • You'll build knowledge of pre-existing conditions and how they affect treatment planning.
  • You'll develop the skills to work safely and effectively in a sports massage setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Selby College, combining practical hands-on technique work with underpinning knowledge. Assessment is through practical demonstrations and written or knowledge-based tasks as required by the VTCT qualification. Evening classes let you fit your studies around existing commitments.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Selby 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 on injury recovery.
  • Soft tissue therapist. Specialist clinic or private practice work.
  • Holistic therapist. Combine massage with broader complementary therapy services.
  • Massage therapist. Work in gyms, spas, or wellness centres.
  • Rehabilitation support worker. Assist physiotherapy or sports medicine teams.
  • Self-employed massage practitioner. Build your own client base.

What you could study next

  • Level 5 or higher qualifications in sports therapy or musculoskeletal therapy, for those wanting to work at a more advanced clinical level.
  • A degree in Sports Therapy or Physiotherapy, if you want to move into regulated healthcare roles.
  • BTEC or degree-level study in Sports Science, which can complement your practical massage skills with broader sports medicine knowledge.
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