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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!