The Society of Sports Therapists

What is Sports Therapy?

Sports Therapy is an aspect of healthcare that is specifically concerned with the prevention of injury and the rehabilitation of the patient

Why Choose a Member

It is important for members of the public to be fully informed about the qualifications of a Sports Therapist.

Newsletter

Discover the latest from The Society of Sports Therapists through our newsletters below.

From professional insights and member stories to partnerships, events, and industry updates, explore what’s happening across the Sports Therapy community.

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Latest Vacancies

Part Time

Sports Massage Therapist

Organisation : Elite Performance Therapy

Location : The Rickyard, Shucknall, HR1

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Full Time

Full Time MSK Practitioner

Organisation : Fit2Function Clinics

Location : Jubilee Hall Gym, Covent Garden, WC2E 8BE

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Part Time

Sports Therapist

Organisation : City of Oxford College, Activate Rugby Academy

Location : Harcourt Hill Campus, Oxford, OX2 9AT

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Full Time

Academy Performance Coach (Rehab)

Organisation : Derby County Football Club

Location : Moor Farm, Morley Rd, Oakwood, Derby DE21 4TB

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Freelance

Graduate Sports Therapist

Organisation : Injury Active Clinic

Location : 50 Station Road, Cambridge, CB1 2RE

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Freelance

Sports Therapist – Ski Season

Organisation : Recruit Therapists Ltd

Location : French Alps

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Part Time

Rehabilitation sports therapist

Organisation : Bishops Stortford Osteopathy & Physiotherapy

Location : 127 Dunmow Road, Bishops Stortford, CM23 5HQ

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Education & The Society

One of the earliest aims of The Society of Sports Therapists was to accredit and validate educational programmes.

Accredited BSc Courses

In 1996 The Society of Sports Therapists entered into its first collaborative agreement with the University of North London (now London Metropolitan.

Accredited MSc & MSci

The universities listed below are currently delivering the following accredited post graduate programmes that have an eligibility.

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The Society of Sports Therapists

The leading professional body for Sports Therapists protecting the interests of Members, Students and the Public

Occupational opportunities

The protection of the public lies at the heart of the Society’s core values. That’s why Members of The Society of Sports Therapists will have undertaken an accredited programme of study…

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CPD

The Society of Sports Therapists was established in 1990 and today it is the lead organisation for Sports Therapists in the UK. Membership of the Society is at Graduate level via a Society accredited degree programme.

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Research

Impact on habitual crossfit participant’s exercise behavior, health, and well‐being: A cross‐sectional survey of UK COVID‐19 lockdowns

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Member benefits

In joining The Society of Sports Therapists, the lead organisation for Sports Therapists in the UK, here are just some of the benefits we provide.

SST Extra – Working with Key

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Students

Membership to The Society of Sports Therapists is open to anyone over the age of 18 years who is currently undertaking a Sports Therapy programme of study which is accredited by The Society of Sports Therapists.

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Our accredited Universities & Colleges

Latest News

16 April 2026

Celebrating Community Impact at BNU

Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) and Marlow‑based Horizon Rehabilitation Ltd were proudly co‑nominated — and went on to win — a Heart of Bucks Award in December 2025. Their joint project earned the Best Community Collaboration Award for the post‑race support delivered by BNU Sports Therapy students, supervised by Horizon Rehabilitation staff, at the Marlow Half… Continue reading

24 March 2026

Free CPD Workshop: Enhancing Rehabilitation and Performance in the Southwest

Practitioners and students are invited to attend a free CPD workshop taking place on April 22, 2026 (4:00–8:00 PM) at the Marjon Health & Wellbeing Hub, Plymouth Marjon University. Delivered in collaboration with VALD, the event will feature expert speakers including Adam Rutter, Alex Kay, and Sarah Catlow, covering topics such as tendinopathy management, performance… Continue reading

2 March 2026

We’re Hiring!

We’re excited to announce a new opportunity at The Society of Sports Therapists. We’re recruiting a Content Development Lead — a Graduate Sports Therapist with a passion for research, writing, and advancing professional standards. This pivotal role will lead the development of high-quality, evidence-based resources that support our members and help shape the future of… Continue reading

24 February 2026

In Memory of Professor Graham N. Smith

The Society of Sports Therapists is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our founder, Professor Graham N. Smith. For more than four decades, Graham was a driving force in sports rehabilitation, championing education, professional standards, and the recognition of sports therapists as skilled healthcare practitioners. From his work in elite and Olympic sport to… Continue reading

29 January 2026

Diagnosis: Duty and Defensibility Statement

A core responsibility of any healthcare profession is the ability to assess and manage patients safely, ethically, and within defined professional boundaries. In fulfilling this responsibility, Graduate Sports Therapists must apply sound clinical reasoning to inform assessment, decision-making, and ongoing care. The Society of Sports Therapists have created an approach to diagnosis within sports therapy,… Continue reading