Maintenance massage supports general muscle recovery and performance. Soft tissue therapy involves targeted assessment and treatment of specific muscular restrictions or non-acute dysfunction.

If you are unsure which to book, select soft tissue therapy-we can adjust within your session if appropriate. option

No. Despite the name, sports massage is not only for athletes.

Many clients attend for support with general muscular tension, posture-related discomfort, or movement restriction caused by everyday activities such as work, training, or prolonged sitting.

Sports massage techniques are simply designed to work with the musculoskeletal system, helping to improve tissue quality, mobility, and recovery.

First session: allow up to 80 minutes (includes consultation and assessment).

Follow-up sessions: 60 minutes in total, including consultation and 45 minutes hands-on.

Wear comfortable clothing that allows access to the area being treated (e.g. shorts for lower body, vest or sports bra for upper body).

Modesty and professional draping are maintained at all times.

Treatment may require access to the area being worked on. Depending on the treatment area, you may be asked to remove certain items of clothing.

Appropriate draping and professional standards are always maintained to ensure comfort, privacy, and professionalism throughout the session.

Clients are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and may remain as clothed as is practical for the treatment being performed.

Your first appointment will begin with a brief consultation and health screening review.

This allows the practitioner to understand your current symptoms, medical history, and any relevant training or activity patterns.

The session may include:

• discussion of symptoms or areas of concern
• assessment of movement or muscle tension
• approximately 45 minutes of hands-on treatment
• brief aftercare advice where appropriate

This structured approach helps ensure treatment is safe, appropriate, and tailored to the individual.

Yes. After booking and payment, you will receive a short pre-session intake form.

This allows your therapist to review relevant information before you attend, ensuring your time in clinic is used efficiently.

Sports massage therapy is not a medical or diagnostic service.

If symptoms suggest a condition requiring medical investigation, referral to an appropriate healthcare professional will be advised

Treatment intensity is always discussed and agreed during the session.
Some techniques may feel firm or uncomfortable, but communication is continuous and pressure adjusted accordingly.

Acute injuries (within the first 72 hours of onset) are not treated with massage techniques.

If you are in the acute phase of an injury, please contact us before booking to determine whether treatment is appropriate.

Frequency depends on your training load, occupational demands and goals.
For general maintenance, many clients attend every 4-6 weeks, while more targeted work may require shorter intervals initially.

Currently, sessions are self-funded and not claimable though private medical insurance.

Level 3 Diploma in Sports massage

Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage

Treatment is delivered within professional scope of practice and appropriate referral will be advised where necessary.

• If you are currently in the acute phase of injury (within 72 hours)

• Have an undiagnosed medical condition

  Unsure if treatment is appropriate for you and your needs? Then please contact before booking

Cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice, with late cancellations may result in loss of session fee.