Course Package
Chair-Based Fitness & Balance Package
Overview
This training package combines the essential Chair-based Exercise Instructor (Level 2) course with your choice of a specialist Level 3 progression course, giving you the knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver high-quality exercise sessions for older adults, disabled adults and individuals with reduced mobility.
You will start by learning how to design and deliver safe, effective and engaging chair-based exercise sessions that promote physical health, mental wellbeing and greater independence. Once these foundations are established, you can choose to specialise in either advanced seated fitness and functional exercise or falls prevention and balance training.
This package is ideal for activity coordinators, exercise professionals, health and wellbeing practitioners, care staff and community leaders who want to expand their expertise and offer a wider range of exercise opportunities for the people they support.
Whether your goal is to deliver more advanced exercise programmes or to specialise in falls prevention and balance training, you'll gain the knowledge and practical tools needed to make a meaningful difference to participants' health, confidence and quality of life.
Package Benefits
Save £80 compared with purchasing the courses with books individually
FREE printed course books included
Study entirely at your own pace with online eLearning
Get 12 months’ access
Clear progression route from foundation instructor skills to a recognised Level 3 specialism
Included Certifications
This package includes the following qualifications. Click any course title to view full course details.
Core Certificate
- Level 2 – Chair-based Exercise Instructor
Level 3 Specialism
Choose one of the following Level 3 courses after purchase:
- Level 3 – Seated Fitness, Function & Balance
- Level 3 – Core Balance for Promoting Falls Prevention
FAQs
Who is this package suitable for?
This package is ideal for activity coordinators, exercise instructors, support workers, care staff, health and wellbeing practitioners, community group leaders and anyone who wants to deliver safe and effective exercise sessions for older adults, disabled adults or people with limited mobility.
Do I need any previous exercise instructor qualifications?
No. The Chair-based Exercise Instructor (Level 2) course within the package provides the foundation knowledge and practical skills needed to begin delivering chair-based exercise sessions.
What certificates will I receive?
You will receive certification for the Chair-based Exercise Instructor (Level 2) course and certificates for all the other courses within your package.
Which Level 3 course should I choose?
Your choice depends on your interests and the needs of the people you support.
Seated Fitness, Function & Balance Instructor (Level 3) is ideal if you want to expand your exercise repertoire and deliver a wider range of fitness, strength, mobility and balance activities.
Core Balance for Promoting Falls Prevention (Level 3) is ideal if you want to specialise in improving balance, confidence and functional mobility, with a particular focus on reducing falls risk.
How long will it take to complete the package?
Completion time varies depending on your previous experience and the amount of time you can dedicate to study. Because the courses are self-paced online, you can work through the materials as quickly or gradually as you wish. Each course can be completed with a certificate gained for each.
Can I deliver both seated and standing exercises after completing the package?
If you choose the Seated Fitness, Function & Balance Instructor (Level 3) option, you will learn a range of supported standing and free-standing exercises alongside seated exercises.
If you choose Core Balance for Promoting Falls Prevention (Level 3), you will learn progressive balance activities that move from seated exercises through sit-to-stand activities and standing balance work.
Will this help me offer more varied and engaging sessions?
Yes. One of the main benefits of the package is that it gives you a much wider range of exercises, teaching approaches and programme ideas, helping you keep sessions fresh, enjoyable and motivating for participants.
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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.
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