Regular Strength & Balance exercise are vital for our older adults who are increasingly at risk of falling. When delivered correctly they will improve mobility, leg strength and flexibility making everyday task easier and maintaining independence. Strength & Balance sessions are also a fantastic way for people you support to socialise and have fun!
What you will learn
You will learn how to teach specific exercises that improve strength and balance in a group or one to one setting. You will be able to design a programme that will see the people you support get stronger and carry out everyday activities with more ease and confidence. You will have your own dedicated course tutor to guide and support you as you learn. 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 video tutorials even after your training is complete.
Screening and Health & Safety
4 Seated mobility exercises
7 Seated strength exercises
5 Standing balance exercises
5 Move and balance exercises
5 Move and balance exercises
4 Seated stretches
‘Use it or lose it’ at home programme
Communication and group management skills
How to monitor and progress and adapting the programme
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 Strength and Balance 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.
