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Sports Massage Therapy in Brampton — RMT

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Sports massage by Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) Ricky Arora in Brampton — built for athletes and active people who can't afford to be sidelined. Pre-event prep, post-event recovery, overuse injury treatment. Same-day bookings available 7 days a week.

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About This Service

What Is Sports Massage Therapy?

Sports massage therapy is a specialized application of massage techniques designed to meet the demands of athletic activity and physical training. It draws on Swedish and deep tissue methods, but applies them with a specific understanding of sports-related muscular patterns, overuse injuries, and recovery physiology.

The goals vary depending on when you receive the treatment. Pre-event sports massage activates muscles, increases tissue temperature, and prepares the body for peak performance. Post-event massage focuses on flushing lactic acid and metabolic waste, reducing delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), and restoring muscle length. Maintenance sessions between training sessions address the chronic imbalances and overuse patterns that accumulate with repetitive athletic movement.

You do not need to be a professional or competitive athlete to benefit from sports massage. Anyone who exercises regularly, plays recreational sports, or does physical labour can benefit from the targeted recovery and injury-prevention focus that sports massage provides.

Who Benefits Most

  • Runners and endurance athletes
  • Cyclists and swimmers
  • Gym-goers and weightlifters
  • Recreational team sport players
  • Yoga and martial arts practitioners
  • Anyone with overuse or repetitive strain patterns
  • People recovering from sports-related soft-tissue injuries
  • Active individuals wanting to maintain performance

Pre-Event vs. Post-Event vs. Maintenance

Pre-event (24–48 hrs before): Stimulating strokes to warm tissue, improve circulation, and prepare muscles for the demands ahead. Focuses on the muscle groups specific to your sport.

Post-event (24–72 hrs after): Slower, flushing strokes to clear metabolic waste, reduce soreness, and restore resting muscle length. Eases the body out of performance mode.

Maintenance (ongoing): Addresses the chronic overuse patterns your sport creates. Identifies and treats areas before they become injuries. Most effective as a regular part of a training program.

Performance Benefits

Benefits of Sports Massage

  • Reduces delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)
  • Improves range of motion and flexibility
  • Clears lactic acid buildup after intense training
  • Identifies and treats overuse patterns before injury
  • Speeds recovery between training sessions
  • Reduces muscle stiffness and fatigue
  • Improves proprioception and body awareness
  • Supports long-term athletic longevity
Transparent Pricing

Sports Massage Prices in Brampton

All sessions include a full RMT assessment.

30 Minutes
$60

Targeted work on one area — legs, IT band, shoulders, or calves.

  • One focus area
  • RMT assessment
Book 30 Min
Most Popular
60 Minutes
$105

Covers 2–3 areas. Ideal for general sports recovery or pre-event prep.

  • Multiple areas addressed
  • Full RMT assessment
  • Treatment notes on file
Book 60 Min
90 Minutes
$160

Full session covering the whole body. Best for race recovery and heavy training weeks.

  • Full-body recovery
  • Full RMT assessment
  • Treatment notes on file
  • Detailed treatment plan
Book 90 Min
Your benefits probably cover this. Ricky Arora is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) — which means most extended health benefit plans cover your sessions. Green Shield, Manulife, Sun Life, Canada Life, Desjardins, and more. Learn how insurance coverage works →
Common Questions

Sports Massage FAQ

No. Sports massage is beneficial for anyone with an active lifestyle — gym-goers, runners, cyclists, recreational players, and people who do physical labour. The techniques are also effective for overuse injuries and repetitive strain regardless of athletic background or competitive level.
Sports massage incorporates techniques specific to athletic performance — pre-event activation, post-event flushing, and targeted treatment for sports-related injury and overuse patterns. Deep tissue massage focuses primarily on releasing chronic muscular tension and adhesions in daily life. Both use firm pressure and are often blended within a single session depending on your goals.
Both have specific value. Pre-event massage (24–48 hours before) uses stimulating strokes to activate muscles and improve circulation. Post-event (24–72 hours after) uses slower strokes to flush metabolic waste and reduce soreness. If you're training consistently, regular maintenance sessions between events are the most impactful long-term investment.
Yes, when performed by a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT). Most employer extended health benefit plans cover RMT massage therapy — check your policy for your annual coverage limit.
During heavy training periods or race season, weekly or bi-weekly sessions are common among serious athletes. During off-season or lower-intensity training, monthly maintenance is typically sufficient. Your RMT will recommend a frequency based on your training load, sport, and recovery goals.
We require 24 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice — including no-shows — may be charged the full session fee. If you're feeling unwell, please cancel as soon as you know. To cancel or reschedule: call 905-226-6336 or manage your booking online.
🧼 All linens are freshly laundered before every client. 🫧 The table, bolsters, and all contact surfaces are fully disinfected between every appointment. 🤲 Hands are washed before every session. Your health and comfort are always the priority.
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Don't Wait Until You're Injured. Book Your Recovery Session Now.

Same-day appointments available Monday–Sunday, 9AM–9PM. Registered Massage Therapist (RMT). Extended health benefits may cover RMT massage.

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