Sports Massage
Sport & Recreation
A course by
AUT
A practical short course teaching the latest massage techniques and soft tissue therapy for treating athletes, suitable for clinical, gym, and sporting environments. Includes REPS CEC credits.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
North, Auckland
It will take a total of 7 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Perform full body massage techniques
Gain hands-on skills in providing effective massage across various body regions for athletes.
Apply soft tissue therapy
Learn latest soft tissue therapy techniques to promote muscle relaxation and recovery.
Identify contraindications of massage
Understand when massage may not be appropriate or safe for clients.
What You're Signing Up For
Athletes are increasingly aware of the cumulative benefits of massage and its ability to enhance muscle relaxation, condition and recovery. In this practical course at AUT you will learn the latest massage techniques and soft tissue therapy for whole-body treatment. Sessions include treating athletes in clinical and field settings. Students receive 11 REPS CEC credits.
Course Content
- Full body massage techniques
- Contraindications of massage
- Basic postural analysis
- Soft Tissue Therapy (STT)
- Practical application in clinical and sporting environments
What you need to know first
Certificate of Proficiency in Fitness Foundations (or an acceptable equivalent qualification) for a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Sport and Recreation
Health
Fitness
Future employment opportunities might be
Sports massage practitioner
Massage therapist in sports settings
Support staff for sports teams