CSMTA Membership Benefits
Professional Development
- Opportunities to work at high levels of sport.
- Notification of relevant upcoming practical courses around the country.
- Invitation to the annual Provincial and National Conferences.
- Take our signature course; Advanced Sport Massage Therapy.
- Notification of Chapter Symposiums or Special Events.
- Access to recommended reading resources and programs, relevant to a sport massage therapy career.
Networking
- Exposure to other sport healthcare professionals such as: sport massage therapists, athletic therapists, sport physiotherapists, sport chiropractors and sport medicine doctors.
- Notification of event opportunities to work and learn alongside other sport healthcare professionals.
- Access to members only social media for real time Q & A's and support.
Mentorship
- Get partnered with a current Sport Fellow (mentor).
- Your mentor guides you through the certification process
- Improve and add to your knowledge and skill set.
- Learn in a supportive environment.
National Recognition
- Opportunity to be selected for the core medical team for major games such as the Olympics & Paralympics, Major International Games and other Championships in Canada and abroad.
- Opportunity to obtain the nationally recognized designation of Sport Fellow - CSMTA (SF)
Giving Back
- Volunteer with Chapter or National levels as a committee member, Chair or Executive.
- Take part in the shaping and growth of the CSMTA by attending AGM’s.
- Help drive the CSMTA forward and increase our reach by promoting awareness of our vision and mission.
- Volunteer at sport events to ensure proper care of athletes.
- Promote the validity, knowledge and need for Sport Massage Therapist within the sporting community.
- Advocate for the Sport Massage Therapists’ rightful position alongside other sport specialized healthcare professionals.
