Strength Training in Return-to-Play for Team Sports

€ 625 4 monthly payments of 156,25

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€ 625

4 monthly payments of 156,25

Start date

Dec 10, 2025

Level: Introductory
Delivery mode: Online-based
Duration: 4 months
Average dedication: 6/8 weekly hours
Delivered in: Spanish

Description

This certificate aims to share the knowledge and experience of a group of high-performance sports professionals in a highly specific area of athlete recovery.

The return-to-play process for injured athletes involves multiple domains, and one of the most significant is strength work and its recovery following the injury.

Strength training during the recovery process is essential for achieving many of the athlete’s goals and needs in order to regain their specific skills.

The knowledge shared in this certificate is based both on the instructors’ professional experience and on scientific literature, free from passing trends or fads.

Under the umbrella of FC Barcelona, the return-to-play specialist profile is that of a health sciences professional — typically a physiotherapist also holding a degree in Physical Activity and Sports Sciences. This dual background allows for a comprehensive understanding of the athlete and the specific implications of their injury.

Through the course content, professionals will learn how to approach strength training — from the moment the athlete begins treatment on the table to their full reintegration into team training — a process that involves various methodologies and collaboration with different professionals.

EXPERT ADVISORS

Profesor

Xavier Linde
Xavier Linde Cot (Puigcerdà 1984) graduated in Physiotherapy (2005) and in Sport Sciences (2010), and has a specialization with a Master in High Performance (2010) and a Master in Physical Activity and Health (2022). traducir al español y al portugues
Profesor

Xavier Yanguas Leyes
Doctor of Medicine and specialist in Physical Education and Sports Medicine. Since 2008, he has been a member of the medical department at FC Barcelona. He is a collaborating professor in the Master’s Degree in Team Sports Physiotherapy (FCB–Blanquerna). He is also a member of the Catalan Society of Sports Medicine (SCME), the Spanish Association of Football Team Doctors (AEMEF – board member), and the Spanish Society of Sports Traumatology (SETRADE – board member).
Profesor

Xavier García Nadal
Degree in Physiotherapy, Master's in Sports Rehabilitation. Physiotherapist at FC Barcelona since 2022. Formerly with Rubin Kazan (1st team), Beijing Institute FC, Andorra, and Birmingham City Academy.
Profesor

Jordi Mesalles Ortiz
Degree in Physiotherapy. Has been working at FC Barcelona since 2013. Former physiotherapist for FC Barcelona’s first football team (2013–2022). Associate professor in the MUFEE Master's program.
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Daniel López Secanell
Degree in Physiotherapy and Nursing. Postgraduate degree in Physiotherapy for Physical Activity and Sport. Physiotherapist at FC Barcelona since 2022. Experience in the fields of traumatology and sports, with 8 years of practice in Switzerland.
Profesor

Xavier Haro Rubio
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences – INEFC Barcelona (2002–2006), with a specialization in elite sports and a focus on football. Professional Master's in High Performance in Team Sports – INEFC Barcelona & FC Barcelona Foundation (2006–2008). University Master's in Sports Performance: Technification and High Level – University of Barcelona & INEFC Barcelona (2008–2009).
Profesor

Daniel Benito Sánchez
Physiotherapist and sports injury rehabilitation specialist, with academic training in Sport Sciences and an official Master’s degree in Osteopathy. Experience with FC Barcelona (handball, men’s and women’s football) and internationally (Aspetar, Qatar national team). I combine clinical practice, teaching, and functional rehabilitation with an active, progressive, and movement- and person-centered approach. Always open to sharing knowledge and creating synergies with professionals in the fields of health and performance.
Profesor

David Montes Álvarez
Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences – Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Madrid Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy – Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Madrid Master’s in Physical Activity and Health (MAFIS) – University of Barcelona Professional Master’s in High Performance in Team Sports (MASTERCEDE) Physiotherapist at Gimnàstic de Tarragona (First Team), 2021–2022 Physiotherapist in Youth Football (U-7 to U-19), 2022–2023 Cross-disciplinary Rehabilitation Specialist (Football – Handball), 2023–2024 Rehabilitation Specialist in Football (U-16 to U-19), 2024–2025 4 years at FC Barcelona
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Module 1: Epidemiology of muscle, ligament, joint, tendon, and other injuries
Expert: Xavier Yanguas

Module 2: Physiology of tissue regeneration and strength training
Experts: Xavier Yanguas & Xavier Linde

Module 3: Types of strength training applied in return-to-play processes
Expert: Xavier Linde

Module 4: Methodology for structuring and planning strength training in injured athletes (short- and long-term processes)
Experts: Xavier Garcia & Jordi Mesalles

Module 1: Analytical strength work. Methodology for short- and long-term injury recovery
Experts: Jordi Mesalles & Daniel López

Module 2: Progression criteria in strength training content and intensity
Expert: David Díaz

Module 3: Structural strength training / Hypertrophy / Maximal strength
Expert: Xavier Haro

Module 4: Functional strength. Introduction to strength patterns applied on the field
Expert: Xavier Linde

Module 1: Speed-strength and explosive strength. What kind of strength training does the athlete perform during the on-field phase?
Experts: Xavier Haro & Daniel Benito

Module 2: Movement patterns and strength actions on the field
Experts: Daniel Benito & Laura Ràfols

Module 3: Strength training for non-injured structures
Experts: Xavier Haro & Strength & Conditioning Coach

Module 4: Basic and advanced motor skills and their relationship with strength
Expert: Xavier Linde

Module 1: Eccentric training and its application in the recovery process
Experts: Xavier Garcia & Xavier Haro

Module 2: Strength training while the athlete is training with the team
Expert: Daniel Benito

Module 3: Strength measurement systems and alternative strength training methods
Experts: David Montes & Laura Ràfols

Module 4: Integrated return-to-play within a multidisciplinary team
Experts: Xavier Yanguas, Xavier Linde & Strength & Conditioning Coach

Learn to

  • Ability to select appropriate strength training methods Ability to plan and program an injury recovery process Development of assessment and monitoring systems Teamwork skills

Certify your skills

Thanks to our integration with remote supervision technologies, the Verified Certificate of Approval:

  • Guarantee transparency of the certification process.
  • Validates the identity of the certificate holder.
  • Accredits the acquisition of specific competencies and skills.

What does it include?

24-HOUR ACCESS TO STUDY MATERIAL, FROM ANYWHERE, ON ANY DEVICE
ACCOMPANIMENT, MONITORING AND VIRTUAL SUPPORT FROM AN EXPERT IN THE FIELD
ACTIVITIES AND ASSESSMENTS WITH PERSONALIZED FEEDBACK
DISCUSSION FORUMS AND INTERACTION WITH COLLEAGUES FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD
CERTIFICATE ISSUED BY BARÇA INNOVATION HUB AND ENDORSED BY THE CORRESPONDING INSTITUTION.
SELF-ASSESSMENT TO MEASURE YOUR LEARNING PROGRESS

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4 monthly payments of 156,25

€ 625