Mississauga
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Sports Massage in Mississauga & Toronto
Train Hard, Recover Well
Sports massage is registered massage therapy built around training, competition and recovery. Our RMTs work with runners, BJJ and combat athletes, volleyball players, lifters and weekend warriors at our clinics in Port Credit, Mississauga and Trinity Bellwoods, Toronto, with physiotherapists and chiropractors under the same roof when an injury needs more.
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What Is Sports Massage?
Massage therapy at Art of Mobility, at a glance. Your first visit is a 60-minute assessment and treatment with a registered massage therapist, and follow-ups are 30, 45, 60 or 75 minutes. Our sessions are movement-based, so wear shorts and a tank top or sports bra. Not sure where to start? Book a free 20-minute consultation, in person or virtual. We direct bill most extended health plans, at our Port Credit (Mississauga) and Trinity Bellwoods (Toronto) clinics.
Sports massage uses the same hands-on techniques as therapeutic massage, but the session is planned around your sport, your training load and where you are in your season. Your RMT looks at the muscle groups your sport loads hardest, how you move, and any niggles, then adjusts depth, pace and focus to match: lighter and quicker before an event, deeper and more thorough during a training block.
It can help with soreness after training, feeling tight or restricted, recovering between sessions, and keeping small problems from becoming injuries. When pain points to an injury, we coordinate with our physiotherapists or chiropractors so you get the right care.
Client Stories
What Our Clients Say
After a miscarriage in 2023, I wanted to give myself the best chance at a healthy pregnancy. I started working with Tanisha, who took the time to deeply understand my body and goals. She reviewed my diet, prescribed targeted supplements, and created a plan to support fertility and egg quality. Just three months later, I became pregnant. Today, we’re cuddling our newborn baby girl—and I’m forever grateful. Tanisha was not only knowledgeable, but compassionate and empowering throughout the entire journey. I recommend her to anyone looking to take their health—and their future—seriously.
I lived with TMJ for four years—chronic jaw pain, headaches, and constant tension. I tried everything with little relief. AOM was the first place that looked beyond the pain to understand the root cause. Dr. Colby and the team assessed my posture, neck, and overall tension patterns. Their approach was different: holistic, targeted, and rooted in mobility and awareness. Within weeks, my symptoms improved dramatically. I finally felt heard, supported, and seen—not just treated. If you’re dealing with chronic pain and haven’t found answers, AOM is where your healing journey can truly begin.
Before joining Art of Mobility, I was in constant leg pain and couldn’t correct my posture no matter what I tried. The team—Dr. Colby, Justin, and Christian—designed a personalized program combining hands-on therapy and specific exercises. In just a few months, not only did the pain disappear, but I was lifting weights without even feeling sore the next day. I’m now in the best shape of my life and finally understand how my body works. Their patience, care, and encouragement kept me going, and their deep knowledge made all the difference. AOM changed my relationship with movement forever.
I came to AOM dealing with digestive issues and inflammation that no doctor had been able to fully solve. Working with Tanisha gave me a whole new understanding of my health. She created a tailored plan and helped me become more intentional with my habits. Then I started physio with Tharaniya to address chronic lower body pain. Her approach was not just clinical—it was fitness-informed, empowering, and deeply personal. With her help, I’m now moving pain-free and stronger than ever. AOM didn’t just treat my symptoms—they helped me reconnect with my body. This place is one-of-a-kind.
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Our Approach to Sports Massage
Built around your sport. We ask about your training, upcoming events and the areas your sport stresses, and plan each session around them.
Timed to your calendar. Pre-event, post-event and maintenance sessions each have a different goal and feel.
Part of a bigger plan. For pain that keeps returning, we link in running assessments, physiotherapy, custom orthotics or bracing.
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Common Reasons Athletes Book
- Sports injuries and muscle strains
- Hamstring and groin tightness
- IT band and hip tightness in runners
- Shin and calf tightness
- Achilles and foot tension
- Shoulder and upper-back tightness in throwing, racquet and overhead sports
- Soreness and stiffness after hard training or races
- Restricted mobility for lifting, grappling or running
- Tension headaches and neck tightness from training and desk work
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Who We Work With
- Runners from first 5K to marathon, alongside our running physiotherapy
- BJJ, martial arts and combat athletes
- Volleyball, hockey, soccer and basketball players
- Lifters and CrossFit athletes
- Golfers, alongside our golf assessments
- Active people and weekend warriors who want to keep training without breaking down
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Pre-Event, Post-Event and Maintenance Sports Massage
Pre-event (days before, or the morning of). Shorter, lighter and brisker work to help you feel loose without leaving you sore. Avoid deep work for a couple of days before a race or game.
Post-event (24 to 72 hours after). Gentle to moderate work to ease soreness and stiffness after a race, tournament or hard session. Deep pressure is saved for later once tissue has settled.
Maintenance (during training blocks). Regular sessions, often every 2 to 4 weeks, focused on the areas your sport loads most, so tightness is dealt with before it builds.
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How Sports Massage Sessions Work
Your first visit. You'll complete a health history form, then talk through your sport, training, upcoming events and any pain. Your RMT checks how you move, explains the plan and gets your consent.
During the session. Techniques can include deep tissue work, myofascial release, trigger point therapy and assisted stretching, adjusted to your feedback. You're draped throughout, and you can ask for more or less pressure at any time.
After your massage. Drink water, move gently, and expect possible mild soreness for a day or two after deeper work. Let your therapist know at your next visit how you felt.
When to wait or check with your doctor first
- a fever, infection or contagious illness
- a recent injury with significant swelling, a suspected fracture, or surgery in the last few weeks
- a known or suspected blood clot, or unexplained calf pain and swelling
- bleeding disorders or blood thinners (tell your therapist so pressure can be adjusted)
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Meet Our Registered Massage Therapists
Our registered massage therapists have experience in sports injuries, headaches, jaw pain, prenatal and postnatal massage, and care for runners, athletes and desk workers.
- Port Credit, Mississauga: Christian Tabula, RMT, BScKin
- Trinity Bellwoods, Toronto: Brilliant Tondo, RMT (Fascial Stretch Therapy Level 2)
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Integrated Care Under One Roof
Your massage therapist can coordinate with:
- Physiotherapists for exercise-based rehab
- Chiropractors for joint and spinal care
- Psychotherapists when stress is behind the tension
- Naturopathic doctors for sleep, stress and recovery
Read more: Stress and Muscle Tension: When Your Body Holds What Your Mind Carries.
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Insurance Partners
We offer direct billing with most of the following providers (coverage varies by plan and province):
- UV Insurance
- Maximum Benefit
- People Corporation
- Cowan (Express Scripts Canada)
- Union Benefits
- Manion
- Canada Life & Canada Life PSHCP
- CINUP
- GMS (Carriers 49 & 50)
- Desjardins Insurance
- Coughlin & Associates Ltd.
- Canadian Construction Workers Union
- Manulife Financial
- Alberta Blue Cross (outside Alberta)
- Sun Life (separate portal)
- GroupHEALTH
- AGA Financial Group Inc.
- RWAM
- Equitable Life
- BPA (Benefit Plan Administrators)
- Beneva
- Simply Benefits
- ClaimSecure
- Johnston Group
- First Canadian
- GroupSource
- MDM Insurance Services
- Industrial Alliance
- Great West Life
- Sun Life
- Manulife
- Green Shield Canada
- SSQ Insurance
- MEDIC Construction
- Empire Life
- Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan
- LiUNA Local 183 & 506
- TELUS AdjudiCare
Related: Sports physiotherapy.
11FAQs
Sports Massage FAQs
Do I need to be an athlete to get a sports massage?
No. Sports massage suits anyone who trains or stays active, from weekend runners to competitive athletes.
When should I book a sports massage before a race or game?
Light pre-event work can be done a day or two before, or the morning of. Avoid deep tissue work in the 2 to 3 days before an event so you aren't sore.
How soon after a race can I get a massage?
Usually 24 to 72 hours after, starting with gentle to moderate pressure once the initial soreness settles.
How often should athletes get sports massage?
During training blocks many athletes book every 2 to 4 weeks. Your RMT will suggest a rhythm based on your training load and goals.
Is sports massage covered by insurance?
Sports massage is provided by registered massage therapists, so it is usually covered as massage therapy. We offer direct billing with most extended health plans.
Will sports massage hurt?
It can feel firm, but it shouldn't be painful. Your RMT adjusts pressure to your feedback, and mild soreness for a day or two after deeper work is normal.
Ready to get started? Talk to our team in Mississauga or Toronto.
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