Level 2
Chair‑Based Exercise Instructor
This CIMSPA and Active IQ–endorsed Chair-Based Exercise (CBE) Instructor Certification equips you with the skills and knowledge to lead your own seated exercise classes. You’ll learn how to plan and deliver inclusive chair-based sessions for frailer older adults and disabled adults, aligned with the core principles and values of adult social care.
The course covers the physical, mental, and social benefits of chair-based exercise, effective participant engagement, and exercises designed to improve aerobic fitness, strength, mobility, and flexibility. You’ll also learn how to adapt activities to meet individual needs and enhance participants’ quality of life.
Overview
This Chair-based Exercise Instructor course can be completed online in approximately 6-10 hours. Alternatively, if you would prefer face-to-face training we can offer open course or in-house training options. Discounts are available on groups of 5+ bookings.
Although there are no formal qualification prerequisites it is recommended that you understand the structure and function of body systems before undertaking this CBE course.
Content
- The values and principles of adult social care
- The importance of diversity in adult social care
- The impact of bodily changes associated with ageing, disability and inactivity
- The health and functional benefits of chair-based exercise for frailer older adults and disabled adults
- How chair-based exercise can help meet the social, emotional and psychological needs of frailer older adults and disabled adults
- Engaging frailer older adults and disabled adults to participate in chair-based exercise
- Special considerations when delivering chair-based exercise
- Current national physical activity guidelines/recommendations for older adults
- How to structure chair-based exercise sessions
- Health screening
- How to plan and prepare for chair-based exercise sessions
- How to manage risk in relation to teaching chair-based exercise sessions
- How to deliver safe and inclusive chair-based exercise sessions
- How to reflect on chair-based exercise sessions
- How to act in the event of adverse effects to a frailer older or disabled adult during chair-based exercise
- 33 chair-based exercises with adaptations and progressions
Format & Assessment
Format
Complete the Chair-based Exercise Instructor course online via AllActive’s Learnstream platform. The course includes videos, downloads and podcasts covering session structure, seated exercise technique and programme design. You’ll have 12 months’ access, with the option to purchase a comprehensive printed course manual to support your learning.
Assessment
- An online quiz (18/25 marks, 70% pass mark) with unlimited attempts.
- You’ll retain access to the course for 12 months, allowing you to revisit the material after passing and downloading your certificate.
Format
Join us live for two three-hour Zoom workshops. Ahead of the sessions, you’ll receive a comprehensive study pack with your course manual, three latex-free resistance bands (extra light, light and medium), and supporting handouts. You’ll also complete guided pre-course preparation via the manual and online via AllActive's Learnstream platform (12 months’ access included), featuring reading and practical exercise video work (approximately 2–3 hours).
Assessment
- Certification requires completion of the pre-course tasks and attendance at both workshops.
- If a workshop is missed, you must watch the recording. Missing the second workshop also requires submission of a recorded 10-minute session (£20 + VAT review fee).
- Failure to attend both workshops will result in no certificate being issued.
Live Virtual (Zoom) Dates
- Tuesday 10th March 2026, 9.30am-4.30pm
- Wednesday 15th April 2026, 9.30am-4.30pm
- Wednesday 13th May 2026, 9.30am-4.30pm
- Wednesday 17th June 2026, 9.30am-4.30pm
Format
If you are interested in a making group booking we can provide the CBE Instructor course as an in-house course and create bespoke training to meet your needs. We can offer discounts on group bookings.
Assessment
- To gain a certificate, you need to attend the training sessions in full.
Key Documents
- Reference Document, Word document
- Training Business Case for Chair-based Exercise Instructor, Word document
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Course Book
A printed course book covering all course content is included with live virtual (Zoom) courses. It's also available as an optional add-on for those enrolled in online learning.
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Online Learning
The course includes videos, downloads and podcasts covering session structure and programme design. You’ll have 12 months’ access.
£220
+VAT / pp
Save up to 10% on group bookings
5+ places
£209 +VAT/pp10+ places
£198 +VAT/ppLive Virtual (Zoom)
Join us live for Zoom workshops. You’ll also complete guided pre-course preparation via the manual and online via AllActive's Learnstream platform (12 months’ access included).
£280
+VAT / pp
Save up to 10% on group bookings
5+ places
£266 +VAT/pp10+ places
£252 +VAT/ppIn-House Training
We can offer in-house delivery of this course with bespoke training options to meet your organisation’s needs. Preferential group rates are available.
We've conducted in-house training for a wide range of clients including the NHS, University of Kent, and many more.
