Taking part in regular dance and aerobic classes is vital for older people to maintain and improve mobility, bone strength and a healthy heart and lungs. It is also proven to support brain and memory functions as well as creating space for the people you support to enjoy social interaction and have fun.
What you will learn
This course will you teach you to confidently deliver an On Your Feet session for older people or people with learning disabilities. You will learn how to create fun, interactive and social routines, using motivating music to get the people you support moving. As an accredited training centre with an 'excellent' EQA rating, we guarantee quality support and feedback. Plus, as a LifeDock Leader, you'll enjoy ongoing support with access to inspiring videos you can use in your session, even after your training is complete. This course is delivered in person and not available online.
Recognise the effects of inactivity and the benefits physical activity
To develop safe and effective On Your Feet sessions
To develop safe and effective On Your Feet sessions
Create fun and social routines
Create fun and social routines
Screening and Health & Safety
How to stretch the muscles
The work you do is important. Become the confident, well-trained and accredited instructor that you want to be.
Ideal Training For
Activity Coordinators
Day Centre Support Workers
Wellbeing Coordinators
Physical & Learning Disability Support
3 steps to become an accredited Chair Based Exercise instructor:
1
Choose the course format that suits you
2
Take the course and learn all you need to become equipped, accredited and confident to deliver quality exercise sessions
3
Start delivering activities with confidence - and experience the joy your new skills will bring to those you support!
Training with us is convenient, fun and accessible to all
Choose the learning option that suits you best:
Online
Buy now and start your online training course straight away!
On Zoom
Enrol for our next Zoom course
In Person
Have our tutors come to you and deliver the course in person.
"My Falls Risk group will benefit greatly from Chair Based Exercise"
Charlie - NHS Scotland
"If you want a training provider who know how to get people moving then we definitely recommend Lifedock Training!"
Geoff Pride - Cinnamon Care Collection
"Chi Me on Tyrella Beach - my clients loved it!"
Leanne - Health Referral Co-ordinator
The work you do is important. Become the confident, well-trained and accredited instructor that you want to be.
