Sports massage in Leicester to help you move better and recover faster

Clinical, evidence-based sports massage that reduces pain, improves mobility and supports long-term injury prevention.

Sports massage therapist working deep into a client's calf muscle
Sports massage at Rob Leather Physiotherapy

Targeted treatment, tailored to your goals

Whether you are managing back pain, recovering from training or preparing for an event, our Level 5 sports massage therapists deliver targeted treatment built around what you want to achieve.

We specialise in working with runners, gym-goers, racket-sport and padel players, as well as anyone with everyday aches, tightness or movement restrictions.

Because we work alongside our physiotherapists, every session is designed to improve how you move and support long-term results, not just give temporary relief.

What we treat

Our sports massage treatments are ideal for

From the aches of a long week at a desk to a niggle that keeps interrupting your training.

  • Back pain and stiffness
  • Shoulder tightness or reduced mobility
  • Running injuries: ITB, calf issues, hamstring strains and Achilles pain
  • DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness)
  • Padel and racket-sport injuries
  • Muscle tension from training or desk-based work
  • Injury prevention and performance optimisation
  • Pre-event preparation and post-event recovery
Why choose us

Sports massage with a clinical edge

  • Level 5 therapists

    Highly trained soft tissue specialists with advanced clinical skills.

  • STA registered

    Professional membership of the Sports Therapy Association means safe, ethical and evidence-based practice.

  • Over a decade of experience

    Supporting runners, gym members, racket-sport athletes and general population clients.

  • Sports injury specialists

    Particularly running-related injuries, shoulder pain, back pain and padel-related problems.

  • Integrated physiotherapy support

    We work alongside our physiotherapists for a faster recovery and long-term results.

  • Rehab-focused massage

    Every session is designed to improve movement, reduce pain and support performance, not just provide temporary relief.

Who is it for

Sports massage is not just for athletes

Athletes and gym-goers

Ideal for runners, lifters, padel players, triathletes and anyone who trains regularly.

General population

Perfect for people with desk-based jobs, manual workers, parents, students, or anyone with tightness, pain or reduced mobility.

How often should you come?

Your ideal frequency depends on your goals

We offer pre-event, post-event and maintenance treatments, ideal for race preparation, recovery or keeping your body performing at its best.

As a guide, most clients follow one of these patterns. Your therapist will suggest what suits you after your first session.

  • Injury rehab

    Weekly or fortnightly

  • Training support

    Every 2 to 4 weeks

  • Maintenance

    Monthly

  • Pre-event

    2 to 7 days before

  • Post-event

    24 to 72 hours after

Therapist leaning in to massage a client's lower back and hip
What to expect

What to expect in your session

Every appointment begins with a short assessment of your symptoms, training load, lifestyle and movement patterns, so your treatment is targeted, safe and effective. Your session may include:

  • Sports massage and soft tissue therapy
  • Acupuncture or dry needling
  • Cupping therapy
  • Joint mobilisations
  • Rehab-focused advice and exercises

This integrated approach lets us treat the underlying cause, not just the symptoms, helping you move better and stay pain free.

Benefits

What sports massage can do for you

  • Reduce pain and muscle tension
  • Improve flexibility and mobility
  • Speed up recovery between training sessions
  • Prevent injuries by addressing movement restrictions
  • Enhance sports performance
  • Improve circulation and tissue health
  • Support long-term physical wellbeing
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Prices

Sports massage prices

Choose the session length that suits you. Book online at any time, or call us to arrange a session.

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Sports massage

  • Sports massage 30 min £35
  • Sports massage 45 min £45
  • Sports massage 60 min £55

Payment is taken after every session by cash or any major card (debit card preferred).

Book your sports massage

Book online in a couple of minutes, or get in touch and we will find a time that suits you.

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