Sports Massage & Myofascial Release
Holistic College Dublin offers the most comprehensive, cutting edge sports massage programs in Ireland. This foundation course requires no prior training. The course teaches Pre-event and Post-event sports massage, and a conditioning Myofascial, pain free, approach to deep tissue body work. Our training program exceeds the requirements of our awarding body, I.T.E.C. and introduces some of the concepts and techniques now placed at level 4.
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 3 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma at UK Level 3 | International Therapy Examination Council |
Further information
Course Fee: €1,335 + Exam Fee: €115
Total cost: €1450
Standard Payment Plan:
Deposit of €350 – to secure your place on the course
1st Instalment of €550 – due on the first day of the course
2nd Instalment of €550 – due in May
Pay in Full Discount: Pay the balance (after deposit) in full on or before the first day of your course to avail of a €100 discount.
This course will develop the massage therapist’s understanding from general relaxation massage to being able to pinpoint and release restrictions in a variety of soft tissues. Advanced techniques are then used to release myofascial restrictions, restore normal resting tone and re-establish joint mobility.
This course is fully supported by our unique custom-built online learning platform with lectures, pop quizzes and document downloads available for review 24/7.
Course Content
iUSP 160 Anatomy and Physiology for Sports Massage
iUSP 174 Principles of Health and Fitness
iUSP 150 Professional Practice in Sports Massage
iUSP 181 Understand the Principles of Soft Tissue Dysfunction
iUSP 178 Sports Massage Treatments
The advanced techniques used in Sports Massage include:
Connective Tissue Massage (CTM)
Soft Tissue Release (STR)
Muscle Energy Technique (MET)
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
Myofascial Massage
Training will focus on treatment and exercises for the major muscles of the:
Legs
Thigh
Back
Shoulder
Forearm
Unique to this course:
A ‘pain free’ approach to deep tissue sports massage
Recognizing common patterns of muscle imbalance
Effective rehabilitation – strengthening exercises using resistance bands on weak muscles and stretching of overused tense muscles using the Mattes Method of Active Isolated Stretching
HCD superior quality presentation
Full Colour Photographic Presentations
Video Presentations
3D Graphics
Each Student Requires
2 Pillows
2 Pillow Cases
2 Towels
Shorts
A uniform is required for the practical examination:
- Black tunic
- Black trousers
- Black footwear
Recommended Books
An Introductory Guide to Anatomy and Physiology (new edition) By Louise Tucker
T: 01 8956337
E: info@hcd.ie