Massage Therapy

Sports Massage

For patients from Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and surrounding Dorset areas

At SoCo Therapies, our sports massage therapists help you recover faster, move better, and feel stronger. Whether you're injured, in pain, or training hard, our experienced therapists deliver results-driven treatment tailored to you.

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Benefits of Sports Massage

Reduces muscle tension and soreness

Improves circulation and recovery

Increases range of movement

Supports injury prevention and performance

Available in 30, 45, and 60-minute sessions

What to expect

Consultation

We discuss your areas of concern, training load, and treatment goals.

Treatment

Hands-on soft tissue massage targeting problem areas, using depth and pressure appropriate for you.

Advice & Exercises

We provide targeted exercise advice to maintain the benefits of your treatment.

Conditions we treat

Muscle TightnessSports InjuriesBack PainShoulder TensionPost-Event RecoveryRepetitive Strain

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Sports massage in Bournemouth and near Wimborne

Treatment for training, recovery, and everyday movement

Sports massage is tailored around your body, activity, and goals. It can help you manage muscular tension, prepare for activity, or support recovery after training and sport.

You do not need to be a professional athlete to benefit. Our practitioners work with runners, gym users, recreational sportspeople, and people whose everyday activities leave them feeling tight or uncomfortable.

Every appointment begins with a conversation about what you need. We can arrange a one-off session or discuss ongoing appointments if regular support would be useful.

Targeted support

Treatment focuses on the areas and movements that matter to you, whether you are training, recovering, or managing everyday tension.

Pressure that adapts

Your practitioner starts from a comfortable level and adjusts pressure and technique around your response throughout the appointment.

For active and everyday bodies

Sports massage is not only for competitive athletes. It can also suit runners, gym users, recreational sportspeople, and people with activity-related tightness.

Clear next steps

You will have time to discuss recovery, movement, and whether another SoCo Therapies service would better match your needs.

How treatment works

A focused massage planned around you

Your practitioner may focus on particular areas depending on your symptoms, training load, movement, and treatment goals. Pressure starts gently and is increased only when appropriate for you.

Techniques can include focused soft-tissue massage, stretching, and work through areas of muscular tightness. If your main concern is lower back pain, you can also read our guide to lower back pain. For a wider injury assessment and rehabilitation plan, explore Sports Therapy.

Sports massage can be combined with other treatment routes where appropriate. You can compare it with Deep Tissue Massage or ask the clinic whether dry cupping may be suitable as part of your appointment.

Sports massage locations

Book at Bournemouth or near Wimborne

Sports Massage is available at both SoCo Therapies clinic locations. Our second clinic is in Corfe Mullen, within BH Live Active, and is convenient for Wimborne, Broadstone, Poole, and surrounding areas. Clients also travel to our Bournemouth clinic from Christchurch, Southbourne, Westbourne, Winton, Boscombe, and Ferndown. These are nearby service areas, not separate SoCo Therapies premises.

Bournemouth

175 Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, BH8 8DQ

Sports Massage is available at this clinic. The clinic is close to Bournemouth train station.

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Corfe Mullen (near Wimborne)

BH Live Active, Blandford Road, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne, BH21 3SF

Sports Massage is available at this clinic. Free parking is available at BH Live Active.

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Nearby service areas include Christchurch, Southbourne, Poole, Ringwood, Westbourne, Winton, Boscombe, Ferndown. Please use the clinic links above for booking and directions.

Sports massage prices

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Initial appointment, 60 minutes

£60

60-minute follow-up

£60

45-minute follow-up

£50

30-minute follow-up

£40

Block bookings and under-16 pricing are listed on our prices page. Please confirm current availability and session details when booking.

Frequently asked questions

Sports massage FAQs

What is sports massage?

Sports massage is a tailored soft-tissue treatment for muscles and the surrounding tissues. It can support recovery, movement, and comfort for athletes, active people, and anyone managing muscular tension or everyday aches.

How does sports massage work?

Your practitioner focuses on the areas that match your symptoms, activity, and goals. Pressure starts at a comfortable level and is adjusted as needed, using techniques such as massage, stretching, and focused work through tight or sensitive areas.

Can sports massage help with injury rehabilitation?

Sports massage may form part of a wider recovery plan for some muscular and sports-related problems. Your practitioner will assess what you need and explain when sports therapy, another treatment, or medical assessment would be more appropriate.

How painful is a sports massage?

Sports massage can feel more focused or intense than a relaxation massage, but unbearable pain is not the aim. Your practitioner will check your comfort and adapt the pressure. Tell them straight away if anything feels too much.

Will a sports massage get rid of knots?

Sports massage may help ease the feeling of tight or knotted muscles, but there is no guaranteed one-session solution. Your practitioner will discuss the likely contributing factors and suggest appropriate treatment, movement, or recovery advice.

How often should I get a sports massage?

There is no fixed schedule that suits everyone. Frequency depends on your symptoms, training or activity, recovery, and goals. Your practitioner can help you decide whether a one-off appointment or ongoing sessions make sense.

What should I expect after a sports massage?

You may feel more relaxed or mobile, and some treated areas can feel tender for a short time. Drink water, rest if needed, and follow the aftercare advice from your practitioner. Contact the clinic or seek appropriate medical advice if you notice unexpected or concerning symptoms.

Do I have to take my clothes off for a sports massage?

Your practitioner will explain what clothing needs to be adjusted for the area being treated and will protect your privacy throughout. Loose clothing, such as shorts and a T-shirt, can be practical. You only remove what is needed for the treatment, with appropriate draping.

Client experiences

Kind words from our clients

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“I've been suffering with shoulder aches caused by sitting at a computer for too long. After 3 sessions with Joanna the aches have gone and I feel I'm sitting/standing straighter again due to less rounding of my shoulders. Joanna does a firm deep massage which is highly effective. Strongly recommended.”

“I’ve been going to SoCo Therapies for sports massages with Molly for over a year. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and always knows exactly how to help with aches and muscle tension. I always leave feeling so much better. Highly recommend!”

“First visit this morning and had an appointment with Lauren. Absolutely brilliant Lauren met me in reception on time and took me through to her treatment room. Very professional polite and easy to chat to. The sports massage was amazing never once did she hurt me and was always asking if everything was ok which it was so much so I have rebooked. Lauren was 10/10”