Sports Massage in Wonthaggi
Whether you've just finished a surf at Cape Paterson, a long ride along the Bass Coast Rail Trail, or a weekend of footy, our deep tissue massage helps you recover.
Book Now: 0457 295 997Common Conditions for Active People
Our deep tissue massage targets the specific muscle groups and injuries common to sport and physical activity.
Lower Back Pain
From lifting, twisting, or long hours on your feet. We target the lumbar muscles, hip flexors and glutes to release compression and restore mobility.
Shoulder & Neck Tension
Common in swimmers, surfers, and desk workers. We work through the trapezius, deltoids, and rotator cuff to release tightness and improve range of motion.
Tight Hamstrings & Calves
Runners, cyclists and football players carry tension in the posterior chain. Deep, sustained pressure breaks up adhesions and restores elasticity.
Muscle Strains
Minor strains respond well to targeted massage. Increased blood flow to the injured area accelerates healing and reduces scar tissue formation.
Repetitive Strain
From golf, tennis, or repetitive manual work. We address the specific muscle groups involved in your repetitive movement patterns.
Post-Event Recovery
After a race, match, or tough training session. Massage within 24-48 hours reduces delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and speeds recovery.
How a Sports Session Works
Quick Consult
Tell your therapist about your sport, where you're feeling tight, and any injuries. This guides the treatment plan.
Targeted Work
Your therapist uses deep tissue techniques, fingers, elbows, and forearms, to address problem areas with firm, sustained pressure.
Stretch & Release
Thai-influenced stretching techniques are integrated to improve flexibility and range of motion in the areas that need it most.
Recovery Plan
After your session, your therapist may suggest a recommended frequency based on your activity level and any issues identified.
Bass Coast's Active Community
- Surfers (Inverloch, Cape Paterson, Kilcunda)
- Bass Coast Rail Trail cyclists
- Weekend football & netball players
- Golf (Wonthaggi, Inverloch, Phillip Island)
- Tradespeople with physical occupations
- Runners & trail runners
- Farmers & agricultural workers
- Horse riders (Gippsland region)
Session Rates
Get back to training
Walk into Sabai Sabai before or after your next workout. No appointment needed, just drop in at 90 McKenzie Street, Wonthaggi.
Call 0457 295 997 Call (03) 5672 3379Sport-style sessions for Bass Coast athletes
Sports massage at Sabai Sabai means a Deep Tissue or Traditional Thai session focused on the muscle groups your sport loads heaviest. We see Wonthaggi Power AFL players in pre-season, surfers around Cape Paterson and Inverloch dealing with shoulder and lat tightness, cyclists tackling the Phillip Island and Strzelecki climbs, runners on the Wonthaggi-to-Anderson rail trail, and triathletes in build phases for Bass Coast Tri events.
The sport-massage approach is timing-aware: pre-event sessions stay light and stimulating (15-30 minutes, no oil, focus on activation); maintenance sessions are 60 minutes of moderate-deep work, weekly or fortnightly during the season; post-event sessions are 30-60 minutes of gentle flushing work 24-48 hours after competition, never directly after. If you race on Sunday, book Tuesday or Wednesday. If you race on a weeknight, the next morning isn’t too soon for light flushing work. Tell your therapist your sport, the events coming up, and your tightest current spot. Call 0457 295 997 to book.