Sports Massage, Pilates & First Aid Courses
Professional training and qualifications taught by THRIVE Studio in Dorset.


Level 3 Sports Massage Course
Our Level 3 Sports Massage course combines 60 hours of face-to-face training and assessment across 10 days, 40 hours of case-study work and approximately 40–70 hours of flexible online learning. Individual study time will vary.
Alongside the core Level 3 syllabus, the course includes Soft Tissue Release (STR), Muscle Energy Techniques (METs), Trigger Point Therapy, an introduction to Dermoneuromodulation (DNM), pain science, tissue healing and research-informed teaching.
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First Aid Courses in Dorset
First Aid training is available for individuals, businesses and professional groups. Courses can cover Emergency First Aid at Work requirements alongside additional subjects relevant to particular working environments.
Previous courses include First Aid for Dance Teachers, Fitness Professionals & Personal Trainers, and Hairdressers & Beauty Therapists. Courses can also be run around the requirements of specific groups.
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Pilates Teacher Training Courses
Pilates training is available for people starting their Pilates teaching qualification as well as existing instructors and therapists developing their knowledge.
- Level 3 Mat Pilates Qualification — training for people working towards a qualification to teach Pilates.
- Equipment Pilates Training — training using Reformer and other Pilates equipment.
- Pilates for Therapists — training for therapists looking at how Pilates exercises can be used within their existing work.
