Trainee Sports Massage Therapist - The National Wellness Organisation

Are you looking for a fresh start in 2026?

Do you want a career that lets you help people feel stronger, recover faster, and live pain-free — while you enjoy flexible, meaningful work?

We are searching for motivated individuals to train as Sports Massage Therapists.

• No previous experience is required.
• Full accredited training and practical coaching are included.

If you’re passionate about fitness, helping others, rehabilitation, or wellbeing, this pathway could be the life-changing opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

🌟 Why Sports Massage Is an Incredible Career Change
This trainee pathway is perfect for people who want:

✔ Purpose and Impact - Help athletes, gym-goers, and everyday clients overcome pain, injury, tension, and mobility issues.Your work directly improves lives.

✔ Flexible Hours - Choose the days and times you want to work.
Fit it around family, studies, or other commitments.

✔ A Skill That’s Always in Demand - Sports massage is one of the UK’s fastest-growing wellness services — especially with fitness becoming more mainstream.

✔ Independence and Freedom - We provide full support for those wishing to become self-employed or freelance, so you can create the lifestyle you want.

Many career changers step into sports therapy because they want a job that feels meaningful and energising, not draining.

💼 What We Provide

As part of this trainee role, you’ll receive:

• Professional Level 3 Sports Massage training
• Expert guidance on anatomy, physiology, injury awareness and recovery
• Coaching on real massage techniques used by sports therapists
• Confidence-building practical sessions
• Business and self-employment start-up support
• Guidance on building your first client list after qualification
• Optional progression into Level 4, rehabilitation, taping, or holistic therapies
• All training is structured, supportive and suitable for beginners.

🧠 Who This Opportunity Suits

This pathway is ideal for you if you:

• Love fitness, sports, or helping people recover from aches and injuries
• Are looking for a fresh direction in 2026 with long-term career potential
• Want meaningful work where you see real results
• Would enjoy flexible or self-employed hours
• Want to be part of a growing industry with strong income opportunities

You do not need a sports background — just enthusiasm, empathy, and a willingness to learn.

🚀 Progression After Qualification

Once qualified, you can choose to:

• Work with athletes, gyms, PT clients, sports clubs, or rehabilitation environments
• Become self-employed and build your own therapy practice
• Offer mobile, home-based, or clinic-based treatments
• Add advanced skills such as deep tissue, remedial therapy, hot stones, cupping, or aromatherapy

Join our wellness network for ongoing opportunities and support

Sports massage offers a career with purpose, stability, and endless room to grow.

If You Want a Healthier, More Fulfilling Career in 2026…

Apply today to begin your pathway into a rewarding, flexible profession where you’ll help people move better, feel better, and perform at their best, while building a career that fits your lifestyle.

Email your CV to us and come along to our taster day sessions throughout January and February.

We look forward to hearing from you!