Kinesiology taping has become an essential skill for professionals working in sport, rehabilitation, and performance environments. From supporting injured athletes to assisting movement and recovery during competition, effective taping requires both clinical understanding and practical skill.
This one-day practical workshop at MD Therapy Academy introduces participants to the principles of sports kinesiology taping and how it can be used to support athletes safely and effectively.
Led by an experienced sports physician, the course will teach you how to assess common injuries and apply appropriate taping techniques used in professional sport settings.
Participants will learn when and why taping is used, how it can support movement and recovery, and how to apply techniques commonly seen in elite sports environments.
This course contains many practical examples of how to apply taping techniques based on common injuries in contact sports such as football, rugby, and martial arts, based on extensive experience working in pitch-side environments with tutor insights into real life on the pitch.
During the course you will cover:
• Introduction to kinesiology taping and its role in sports medicine
• The physiological and performance benefits of taping
• When taping is appropriate and when it should be avoided
• Basic injury assessment before tape application
• Practical taping techniques for common sports injuries
• Application methods used in elite sport environments including football and rugby
This course is ideal for:
• Personal Trainers
• Sports Massage Therapists
• Physiotherapy and Sports Therapy students
• Strength & Conditioning Coaches
• Fitness professionals working with athletes
No prior taping experience is required.
No prior experience is required but participants will be expected to complete course pre-reading material before attendance.
By the end of the course you will:
✔ Understand the principles of kinesiology taping
✔ Be able to assess when taping is appropriate
✔ Apply effective taping techniques for common sports injuries
✔ Gain practical skills used in professional sports environments
Students will be assessed using continuous assessment on the practical elements of the course and will be required to pass a multiple choice written assessment to receive credit for the course with a minimum 70% pass rate.
📍 Location
MD Therapy, 148 West Regent Street, Glasgow, G2 2RQ
📅 Dates
Monday 30th March, 1 day course
Monday 20th April, 1 day course
Saturday 25th April, 1 day course
Monday 11th May / Thursday 14th May half-day course
🕕 Time
1 day courses run 10:00am – 4:00pm
half-day courses run over 2 evenings 5:45pm – 8:30pm
👥 Group Size
Maximum 10 participants to ensure a high-quality learning experience.
🎓 CPD Credit: 8 hours
Total Investment: £245
Spaces are limited due to the small group format.
MD Therapy Academy was created to provide high-quality education grounded in real clinical practice.
Your tutor, Marc, has extensive experience working with:
• Athletes
• Rehabilitation clients
• Fitness professionals
• Performance environments
The programme provides insight into how sports taping is used in sport, health and performance settings.
| Course Date | Mon 30th March, Mon 20th April, Sat 25th April, Mon 11th May, Thu 14th May |
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