# LifeDock > Become an equipped and accredited physical activity and wellbeing instructor ## Posts - [ALPHA HOUSING TRAIN STAFF IN CHAIR BASED ACTIVITY](https://lifedock.com/alpha-housing-staff-training-in-chair-based-activity/): Lifedock Training is delighted to announce we will be working with Alpha Housing Association to train a number of staff in Chair Based Activity. We are looking forward to seeing this programme rolled out across the organisation throughout Northern Ireland. - [Southern Health & Social Care Trust - Press Release](https://lifedock.com/southern-health-social-care-trust-press-release/): http://www.southerntrust.hscni.net/about/3273.htm - [Kieran Donaghy - Acting Chief Executive of the SHSCT](https://lifedock.com/kieran-donaghy-acting-chief-executive-of-the-shsct/): Kieran Donaghy - Deputy and Acting Chief Executive of SHSCT & Karen Case - LifeDock Training Kieran dropped by to present certificates to the Chi Me Leaders on completion of the latest course funded by the Trust. More pics to follow...   - [SHSCT Chair Based Activity Graduates!](https://lifedock.com/shsct-chair-based-activity-graduates/): Congratulations - Make it fun guys! - [NHSCT Chi Me Graduates!](https://lifedock.com/nhsct-chi-me-graduates/): Congratulations and well done! - [Chi Me at Ards Leisure Centre!](https://lifedock.com/chi-me-at-ards-leisure-centre/): We are very excited to see Ards Leisure Centre and Bangor Aurora adding this wonderful Tai Chi influenced programme to their timetables. We are receiving fantastic feedback of the calming effects and health improvements this gentle exercise session can bring. We hope to see more leisure facilities making Chi Me available to the general public... - [WHSCT - Chi Me Leaders](https://lifedock.com/whsct-chi-leaders/) - [CHI ME for Mental Health....](https://lifedock.com/chi-me-for-mental-health/): Craig Connor, Assistant Sports Development Officer at Ards and North Down Borough Council organised a free event in recognition of World Mental Health Day. Fantastic response... - [Chair Based Activity - New Ideas!](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-activity-new-ideas/): Check out the Members Area for 3 new Chair Based Routines.     - [Jacquie Passes with Flying Colours](https://lifedock.com/jacquie-passes-with-flying-colours/): Jacquie passes PowerHoop training with Flying colours - watch this space for more on PowerHoop Sessions... (She's the one in green). - [Ards and North Down Borough Council Lead the way in Chi Me...](https://lifedock.com/ards-and-north-down-borough-council-lead-the-way-in-chi-me/): http://www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/news/council-leads-the-way-in-mental-health-provision - [Exercise and weight loss teeshirts...](https://lifedock.com/exercise-and-weight-loss-tshirts/): This is my Monday morning group's idea of weight loss...! - [Chi Me in the Sunshine...](https://lifedock.com/chi-me-in-the-sunshine/) - [NORTHERN HSCT CHI ME & CHAIR BASED ACTIVITY COMING IN SEPTEMBER...](https://lifedock.com/northern-hsct-chi-me-chair-based-activity-coming-in-september/): Chi Me and Chair Based Activity Train coming to the Northern Trust Autumn 2015. Check out 'Upcoming courses' for booking details... - [CHI ME COURSE - Western Area HSCT](https://lifedock.com/chi-me-course-western-area-hsct/): Western HSCT Training Brochure: Click here for details of Chi Me and other courses in the Western Area HSCT Training Sept-Mar16 - [STAY ACTIVE FOLKS](https://lifedock.com/stay-active-folks-2/): Check out this new study on keeping active with age...   - [Arthritis Awareness week sees Lifedock's Chair Based Exercise on 'Lorraine'](https://lifedock.com/arthritis-awareness-week-sees-lifedocks-chair-based-exercise-lorraine/): Arthritis Awareness Week - [Arthritis Care - Chair Based Activity DVD Launch](https://lifedock.com/arthritis-care-chair-based-activity-dvd-launch/): Today was the launch of the Arthritis Care, Chair Based Activity DVD, featuring our very own Chair Based Activity Programme. This will enable more people to benefit from Chair exercises by doing them in their own home as well as in groups. We are honoured to be a part of this fantastic project.... - [CHI ME IN DEMAND!](https://lifedock.com/chi-me-in-demand/): Due to interest we have added an additional course to our Training Diary this summer!  Date: 6 & 13 June, 9:30am-4.30pm Venue: Dance Resource Base (N I) Ltd 35 Donegall Street Belfast Cost: £120.00 (£20.00 deposit will secure your place) Chi Me is a fully accredited, Level 2 qualification and is ideal  for those who work […] - [Chi Me Training Course April 22](https://lifedock.com/chi-training-course-april-22/): We are very excited to be delivering our second Chi Me Training course with the SEHSST. The dates are 22 & 29 April, In Lough Moss Leisure Centre. If you are interested in attending please contact us as soon as possible... - [Video Sample of Chi Me](https://lifedock.com/video-sample-chi/): Every person who attends the Chi Me course receives a DVD to take away. This enable you to learn and perfect the moves so you and your clients can experience the fantastic benefits of this programme. click here: https://lifedock.com/courses/chi-me/   - [UPCOMING TRAINING COURSES!!!](https://lifedock.com/upcoming-training-courses/): Chair Based Activity, Belfast Trust, Knockbracken 21 & 30 January - Contact us ASAP if you wish to attend this course. On Your Feet, Belfast Trust, Knockbracken 27 February & 6 March - Contact us if you wish to attend this course. On Your Feet, South Eastern Trust,Lisburn Leisureplex 24 & 31 March - Contact us if you wish to attend […] - [On Your Feet (with Pom Poms!)](https://lifedock.com/feet-pom-poms/): Click to view  IMG_3553 - [Chi Me Pilot Takes Off...!](https://lifedock.com/chi-pilot-goes-takes/): The pilot of the latest Lifedock course, Chi Me was completed last week. With attendees from four of the Trusts in Northern Ireland, it was a great success with many of the group excited about taking it back to their own groups. We are looking forward to this course being more available across the Province.Watch […] - [Chair Based Activity - Armagh](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-activity-armagh/): Great first day of CBA for Southern HSST in Armagh today. Excellent work - see you all next week. - [Upcoming Course Dates...](https://lifedock.com/upcoming-course-dates/): Here are some dates of upcoming course: 3 & 10 September - Chair Based Activity Pt 1 - Southern HSCT 17 & 24 September - Chair Based Activity Pt 2 - Western HSCT 26 September & 3 October - 'On your Feet' Belfast HSCT 12 & 19 November - Chair Based Activity Pt 1 - […] - [On Your Feet SELFIE - Belfast](https://lifedock.com/feet-selfie-belfast/): Fantastic group with Belfast Trust 'On your Feet' training course.... - [FULLY BOOKED!](https://lifedock.com/fully-booked/): All of the places are now taken for Friday's 'On Your Feet'. Contact us if you wish to be placed on the waiting list for future courses. - ['ON YOUR FEET'](https://lifedock.com/feet/): We have an 'On Your Feet' course happening 13 & 20 June in Belfast - If you are in the Belfast area and are interested in being on this course get in touch with us ASAP. - [ON YOUR FEET Course 13 & 20 June](https://lifedock.com/feet-course-13-20-june/): This course is ideal for people who are still on there feet and want to stay there. Contact us if you would like to attend this course. - ['On Your Feet' Refresher](https://lifedock.com/feet-refresher/): Wednesday 21 May at Lough Moss, Carryduff, 9.30-1.00pm, with the lovely Cherie... - [Chi Me Is Coming Soon!](https://lifedock.com/chi-coming-soon/): We have just received confirmation from NIOCN that the Chi Me Unit has been approved. We will be putting more information on the website and sending out emails. Watch this space... - [CHI MI COMING SOON!](https://lifedock.com/chi-mi-coming-soon/): We are currently developing a brand new course - Chi Mi. This course is a Tai Chi influenced programme designed for group sessions with frail, elderly and people with disabilities. It is also designed for those who attend the course to be able to follow an individual home programme. This allows carers as well as […] - [Here Come the Boys: "On Your Feet" Ballymena](https://lifedock.com/come-boys-feet-ballymena/): file://localhost/Users/karensair/Desktop/photo%20copy%202.JPG - ["On Your Feet" Ballymena](https://lifedock.com/feet-ballymena/) - [Chest Heart and Stroke](https://lifedock.com/chest-heart-stroke/) - [Chair Based Activity Refresher Workshop](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-activity-refresher-workshop/): Ballymena September 2013 Our first refresher workshop with 33 Chair Based Activity Leaders we had previously trained. It was a fantastic 3 hours of fun, new ideas and confidence building.   - [NEW in 2027...](https://lifedock.com/new-in-2027/): We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the Lifedock Chair Pilates Level 2 Qualification, a brand-new certification program designed to help you bring the deeply restorative benefits of Pilates to everyone—regardless of their age, mobility, or fitness level. Pilates is world-renowned for building core strength, improving posture, and enhancing flexibility. By adapting these powerful movements to a seated or chair-supported format, you can unlock these health benefits for older adults, individuals recovering from injury, and people with limited mobility. Please register your interest below!Chair Pilates sign up - [Upcoming Courses 2026](https://lifedock.com/upcoming-courses-2026/): Contact us if you are interested in attending any of the following courses. Please note we will forward your details on to the course organisers. Chi Mewith Belfast Health and Social Care Trust10th & 24th September NOTE: places for this course are limited, attendance on both dates is compulsory and you must be able to deliver in the Belfast Trust area. To request a place click this link or scan this QR code: Strength & Balancewith Northern Health and Social Care Trust18th September & 2nd October ChairTastic! with Belfast Health and Social Care Trust9th & 23rd October Chair Yogawith Western Health and Social Care Trust12th & 26th NovemberSecure […] - [The No.1 Key to Longevity? It Might Surprise You...](https://lifedock.com/the-no-1-key-to-longevityit-might-surprise-you/): When we think about living a longer, healthier life, we tend to think about exercise, eating well, getting enough sleep and looking after our physical health. And of course, all of those things matter. But research into longevity consistently points to another incredibly important factor: social connection. Having people around us, feeling part of a community and maintaining meaningful relationships are strongly associated with better health and longer life. And it doesn’t have to mean having a huge circle of friends. A chat over a cup of tea, going to a class, volunteering, meeting a friend for a walk or simply having […] - [A Busy Year so far at LifeDock Training](https://lifedock.com/a-busy-year-so-far-at-lifedock-training/): January, February and March have been JAM PACKED with newly qualified LifeDock Leaders. This quarter we have trained over 40 instructors in Chi Me with Arthritis UK. And there are now 100+ new instructors within BHSCT and SEHSCT trained in IndepenDance, ChairTastic, Chi Me and Strength & Balance. Group Training – In Person or Live via Zoom We offer in-person or live Zoom training for groups of 12 or more participants. Many of these courses are funded by the five Health Trusts in Northern Ireland, which provide funded places. While we do not make the final decision we are happy to support you by forwarding […] - [Chair Yoga with Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council](https://lifedock.com/chair-yoga-with-armagh-city-banbridge-and-craigavon-borough-council/): It’s fantastic to see LifeDock-qualified instructors confidently and effectively putting their knowledge into practice at work. Here's what some of their participants in Chair Yoga had to say: "I have really enjoyed the Chair Yoga. I have found the moves beneficial and a good introduction to yoga. The classes were a nice size, and everyone was so friendly and welcoming, would definitely recommend."- Carolyn "I have been at Chair Yoga for a while now, it has been good for me, it has improved my flexibility and has improved my posture. It is good to meet new people, all in all I […] - [Upcoming Courses](https://lifedock.com/upcoming-courses/): We offer in-person training for groups of 12 or more participants.Many of these courses are funded by the five Health Trusts in Northern Ireland, which provide funded places. While we do not make the final decision we are happy to support you by forwarding your details to our relevant Trust representative. To register your interest in group training, please email info@lifedock.com with: - Your Trust area- Your role- The demographic of the people you work with - [Our 2026 Calendar is OPEN!](https://lifedock.com/our-2026-calendar-is-open/): We’re celebrating a huge milestone — over 250 new Level 2 instructors trained across Northern Ireland and the UK so far in 2025! A big thank you to our amazing partners including Arthritis UK, Cinnamon Care Collection, and numerous NHS Trusts and Councils nationwide. At LifeDock Training we help organisations in health, care and community sectors bring movement and wellbeing to life. Our accredited programmes give your staff and volunteers the confidence to lead safe, inclusive and joyful activity sessions for older adults, people with disabilities and those living with long-term conditions.If you’re ready to help people move more, feel better and stay […] - [LifeDock's Chair Yoga goes from strength to strength!](https://lifedock.com/lifedocks-chair-yoga-goes-from-strength-to-strength/): We are so delighted at the positive feedback we have received from the lovely people we have trained. It wonderful that Chair Yoga is available in care homes, leisure centres and community centres across the UK. Yoga is for everyone! - [Become a qualified Chair Yoga Instructor!](https://lifedock.com/become-a-qualified-chair-yoga-instructor/): Ready to elevate the lives of the people you work with? Join our Level 2 Chair Yoga Instructor Course, proudly delivered by LifeDock’s expert trainers in person in Belfast. ℹ️ Course DetailsDates: Friday 19th  September & Friday 3rd  October 2025Time: 09:30 – 16:30 (both days are mandatory)Venue: North Belfast Day Centre, 585-587 Crumlin Road, Belfast, BT14 7GBCost: £250.00ppNo prerequisites – Open to anyone! 🎓 Why Train with LifeDock?LifeDock is the UK’s leading provider of fun, adaptive physical activity training—trusted across care homes,day centres, and community hubs. Our accredited Level 2 Chair Yoga course (OCN-approved) empowers you to deliver safe, fun, and effective, confidence-building sessions for adults. What You’ll Learn:How to structure inclusive, accessible […] - [Garry's experience with Strength & Balance](https://lifedock.com/online-learner-testimonial/) - [Sit to Stand](https://lifedock.com/sit-to-stand/): This recent article by the BBC highlights one of the exercises we include in both our Chair Based Exercise (ChairTastic!) and Strength & Balance programmes. It is a powerful yet simple exercise that can make a massive difference to maintaining independence and carry out activities of everyday living. https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20250404-sit-to-stand-the-simple-test-that-reveals-how-youre-ageing The sit-to-stand test takes just 30 seconds to complete, but its results can provide profound insights into your health. Getting out of a chair may seem too trivial a task to pay much attention to, but your ability to do so actually reveals a great deal about your health. To assess this, […] - [Exercise Proven to Cut Risk of Death and Cancer Recurrence – Even Small Steps Matter!](https://lifedock.com/exercise-proven-to-cut-risk-of-death-and-cancer-recurrence-even-small-steps-matter/): A recent article in The Guardian highlights the first clear evidence that a structured exercise routine can reduce the risk of death by a third and significantly lower the chances of cancer returning or new cancers developing. This powerful finding confirms what we've long suspected—exercise isn’t just good for us; it can be lifesaving. Over the years, the advice has shifted from "rest is best" to the more empowering "any movement is better than none." At LifeDock, we wholeheartedly support this shift. While we don’t focus on intense gym workouts or marathon running, our low-level, mostly seated exercise programs are designed to make movement […] - [Record numbers access LifeDock's Learning Online!](https://lifedock.com/record-numbers-access-lifedocks-learning-online/): We are delighted to report that we have had a record high of learners accessing our online courses over recent months. Our courses appeal to a broad number of staff and volunteers in a variety of settings. We believe this is due to the quality of the course materials and access to a personal tutor - something which is rarely available in similar online training. Our training is focused on making physically activity accessible to everyone, promoting physical, mental and social wellbeing. We recently received lovely feedback from one of our online learners who has just completed LifeDock's Level 2 Chair […] - [Introducing IndepeDance!](https://lifedock.com/introducing-indepedance/) - [ChairTastic! Testimonial](https://lifedock.com/chairtastic-testimonial/): A few words from Jess who recently completed her ChairTastic! qualification through Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. - [ChairTastic! The gold standard in chair based exercise!](https://lifedock.com/chairtastic-the-gold-standard-in-chair-based-exercise/): We are delighted to release ChairTastic! our newly formatted chair based exercise programme. This new format allows the leader to specifically tailor chair based exercise sessions to meet the diverse needs of the people they support. So whether supporting residents in a care home or encouraging functional movement for people attending classes in a community or leisure centre, ChairTastic! provides the skills and knowledge for the leader to be accredited and confidently deliver chair based exercise sessions at just the right level. This course is available online, on Zoom and In Person. Click here to find out more. - [CHAIRTASTIC - COMING SOON!](https://lifedock.com/chairtastic-coming-soon/): Get Ready for ChairTastic – LifeDock’s New Chair-Based Exercise Programme, Revamped for 2025! The ChairTastic programme builds on the success of our Chair-Based Exercise course, but is now even more adaptable for a wide range of settings, from community centres, care homes, day centres and leisure centres. Launching early 2025 -  watch this space for information on how you can book your ChairTastic training! - [LifeDock News](https://lifedock.com/lifedock-news/): We’ve enjoyed a relaxing (and yes, very wet!) summer, but now it’s time to turn up the energy and dive into an action-packed autumn! The LifeDock training diary is buzzing with exciting days ahead, including Drumtastic sessions with Parkinson's UK and several Chi Me courses in collaboration with our friends at Versus Arthritis. We're also thrilled to be bringing DrumTastic, Chair Yoga, Chair-Based Exercise, and Chi Me to our local Health and Social Care Trusts. This summer gave us the perfect opportunity to revamp our website and refresh some of our popular videos for LifeDock Learning Online. We’ve been busy behind […] - [A lovely review from Julie...](https://lifedock.com/a-lovely-review-from-julie/): My name is Julie Rees. I am 63 years old and an exercise instructor for seniors.I felt compelled to write a testimonial about my experience with the LifeDock training team. I have just completed the new Strength and Balance Course and was fortunate to have Jacqui Guinn as one of my tutors. I wanted to develop my exercise skills for seniors, and I knew there would be no better place to learn than with LifeDock training.You never feel isolated despite the course being online, and there is always support available throughout. The course materials are excellent—clearly explained and well-organized. The videos […] - [TWO SPACES AVAILABLE! Strength & Balance for Older Adults](https://lifedock.com/two-spaces-available-strength-balance-for-older-adults/): Two spaces have become available on our in-person strength and balance course with East Belfast Community Development Agency. Friday 28th June 1- 4pmFriday 5th July 1-4pm*You must attend both days East Belfast Network Centre55 Templemore AvenueBelfastBT5 4FP Cost: £250 Suitable for anyone who understands the importance of falls intervention and is working with older people. Email info@lifedock.com for more information and to secure your place. The Strength & Balance instructor training course is accredited at level 2 and equips the instructor to deliver a 10 week falls prevention programme. Course content includes:- Mobilising joints - Seated strength- Standing strength and balance- Move and balance- […] - [ZOOM your way to accreditation!](https://lifedock.com/zoom-your-way-to-accreditation/): LIVE Zoom courses this summer! We understand your time is precious, so we wanted to give you the opportunity to get accreditation by attending just 2 x 3 hour Zoom sessions, over the coming months!Click on any of the images below to visit the course website and book your place! Help the people you support add life and laughter to their years!*To receive accreditation, the online course materials must be completed. In addition a practical assessment with the course tutor will be arranged at an agreed time. - [Parkinson's Beats with Parkinson's UK](https://lifedock.com/parkinsons-beats-with-parkinsons-uk/): We are delighted to be partnering with Parkinson's UK on their fabulous Parkinson's Beats, drumming programme. We were delighted to take part in an open day yesterday with several short Drum Based Exercise sessions. It was great fun - you really can't beat it! - [Limited offer on LifeDock Online courses!](https://lifedock.com/limited-offer-on-lifedock-online-courses/): At LifeDock we pride ourselves on being the UKs premier destination for inspiring, effective and diverse physical activity instructor training. Our highly experienced tutors continue to equip LifeDock Leaders across the UK, to make a difference in the lives of the people they support. To continue to provide this high level of service we will be increasing the price of our online, self paced courses from the 1st of April 2024. But the good news is, you can book your course by 31 March 2024 and avoid the price increase!  And... even better news: when you book a second course before the 31 March deadline you will receive a 10% discount on both courses!  Email today for your coupon […] - [NEW Strength & Balance online learning 10% discount if you BOOK NOW!](https://lifedock.com/strength-balance-for-older-adults/): LifeDock's Strength & Balance is available NOW with an exclusive 10% discount code! Suitable for anyone who understands the importance of falls intervention and is working with older people. The Strength & Balance instructor training course is accredited at level 2 and equips the instructor to deliver a 10 week falls prevention programme.Course content includes:- Mobilising joints - Seated strength- Standing strength and balance- Move and balance- Flexibility  By enrolling in this course, you will gain access to a wealth of knowledge and expertise on how to effectively engage and support older adults through movement and gentle exercise. Our experienced instructors will […] - [LifeDock's NEW Strength & Balance!](https://lifedock.com/lifedocks-new-strength-balance/): Strength & Balancefor Older AdultsLaunching 1st February 2024 Suitable for anyone who understands the importance of falls intervention and is working with older people. The Strength & Balance instructor training course is accredited at level 2 and equips the instructor to deliver a 10 week falls prevention programme. Course content includes: - Mobilising joints- Seated strength- Standing strength and balance- Move and balance- Flexibility  This programme is designed specifically to prevent falls and promote an active and independent life. Click here to watch our promo video. Are you a funder? Contact us now to book the two day in person course for groups of 12.  […] - [LifeDock's New Strength & Balance - Book Now for 2024!](https://lifedock.com/lifedocks-new-strength-balance-book-now-for-2024/): Strength & Balance is now available for group bookings in 2024 and will be available for individuals to purchase online in the New Year! This course has been designed specifically for older adults with the aim to reduce the risk of falls caused by muscle weakness and poor balance in later life. With the guidance of our highly qualified tutors, this level 2 qualification equips the instructor to deliver a programme of leg strengthening, flexibility and balance retraining exercises. - [Chair Yoga Training 2023 gets great reviews!](https://lifedock.com/chair-yoga-training-2023-gets-great-reviews/): Some lovely feedback from Lesley at Northern Health and Social Care Trust. She's just completed her training to become a LifeDock Chair Yoga Instructor! - [Maria Mallaband Care Group](https://lifedock.com/maria-mallaband-care-group/): We are delighted to announce that we are working together with the Maria Mallaband Care Group to train Activity Coordinators in Drum Based Exercise. With over 80 care homes offering high-quality services across the UK, Maria Mallaband Care Group continues to improve the happiness and wellbeing of those in their care. We are so excited that Drum Based Exercise will become part of the activities bringing wellbeing and fun to the people they support. - [LifeDock Shortlisted for Provider of the Year Award](https://lifedock.com/lifedock-shortlisted-for-provider-of-the-year-award/): We are delighted to have been shortlisted for the OCN NI Learning Endeavour Awards in the category of 'Provider of the year'. This is our third year to be shortlisted, taking a highly commended in the same category in 2022 and Jacquie receiving a highly commended in 'Tutor of the year' in 2019.The awards take place in the Titanic suite in Titanic Belfast on 26 June 2023. Here are Karen and Jacquie at the 2022 awards with Martin Flynn, OCN NI Chief Executive and Carl Frampton MBE. - [Chair Yoga training completed!](https://lifedock.com/chair-yoga-training-completed/): This was our first group to complete LifeDock's chair yoga course - there were a few more but they were a little shy!We had a fantastic two days in late February and these mini yogis have already got seated yoga classes set up and ready to go.We are delighted that the benefits of yoga are now accessible to an audience who are not able to attend regular yoga classes. Well done everyone and Namaste! - [Coming soon! Online Chair Yoga launching 10 February](https://lifedock.com/coming-soon-online-chair-yoga-launching-10-february/): This fantastic programme brings all the benefits of yoga to a wider population. This course would be a great asset to anyone working with people who have disabilities, mobility issues and does not require a yoga or fitness instructor qualification. The benefits of yoga have been widely studied and include mental health, increased balance, increase strength and too many others to name.  - [Cinnamon launch Lifedock's seated drum fitness programme](https://lifedock.com/cinnamon-launch-lifedocks-drum-fit-programme/): https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/23278401.hampshire-care-home-residents-take-part-drum-fit-sessions/ - [Chi Me with Active Communities Dumfries & Galloway](https://lifedock.com/chi-me-with-active-communities-dumfries-galloway/): We have just finished two days of training with wonderful staff and volunteers from Active Communities Dumfries and Galloway. Our simplified and accessible tai chi programme is so popular with older groups and those managing pain and health conditions. We are so excited that a new group of new leaders who will be sharing the Chi Me love in Scotland! Well done everyone! - [Last week of the Live-Well Advent from LifeDock](https://lifedock.com/last-week-of-the-live-well-advent-from-lifedock/): One minute a day of simple strength, balance and wellbeing exercises. Share with your older relatives and clients and Subscribe to our YouTube channel today to catch up on the videos you've missed and see a new one everyday up to Christmas! - [LifeDock's Live-Well Christmas Advent is here!](https://lifedock.com/lifedocks-live-well-christmas-advent-is-here/): One minute each day of simple strength, balance and wellbeing exercises. Share with your older relatives and clients and Subscribe to our YouTube channel today to catch up on the last week of videos and see each one everyday up to Christmas! - [First care home group in the UK Drum Based Exercise certified!](https://lifedock.com/first-care-home-group-in-the-uk-drum-based-exercise-certified/): Congratulations to Cinnamon Care Collection for completing the Drum Based Exercise training! They are the first care home group in the U.K. to add to this seated exercise session to their activities programme. - [Day 2 of drumming is a HIT!](https://lifedock.com/day-2-of-drumming-is-a-hit/): Drumming is a hit with our friends at Cinnamon Care Collection. Day 2 is kicking off today. #drumming#cinnamoncarecollection#seniors#fun#wellbeing#mentalhealth#PainManagement - [Only one day to go!](https://lifedock.com/only-one-day-to-go/): Only one day to go for LifeDock's Live-Well Advent! You don't want to miss our one minute wellbeing videos to help work on your balance, leg strength and clear your head. Have you subscribed to our YouTube channel yet? #LifeDock #LiveWell #breathe #mentalhealth #getmoving #seniors #oneminute #Christmas #advent #legstrength #balance #mindfulness #mentalhealth #wellbeing - [LifeDock Live-Well kicks off in 2 days!](https://lifedock.com/lifedock-live-well-kicks-off-in-2-days/): Have you subscribed to our YouTube channel yet? LifeDock's Live-Well Advent is only 2 days away! You don't want to miss our one minute wellbeing videos to help work on your balance, leg strength and clear your head. #LifeDock #LiveWell #breathe #mentalhealth #getmoving #seniors #oneminute #Christmas #advent #legstrength #balance #mindfulness #mentalhealth #wellbeing - [3 days till the LifeDock Live-Well Advent starts](https://lifedock.com/3-days-till-the-lifedock-live-well-advent-starts/): LifeDock's Live-Well Advent is only 3 days away! Have you subscribed to our YouTube channel yet? You don't want to miss our one minute wellbeing videos to help get into a healthy movement habit. These quick videos make it easy to work on your balance, leg strength and clear your head. #LifeDock #LiveWell #breathe #mentalhealth #getmoving #seniors #oneminute #Christmas #advent #legstrength #balance #mindfulness #mentalhealth #wellbeing - [Only 4 days to go!](https://lifedock.com/only-4-days-to-go/): Only 4 days to go until our LifeDock Live-Well Advent starts! One minute wellbeing videos that will help build leg strength, improve balance and calm the mind. Make sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don't miss a thing! #LifeDock #LiveWell #strength #mobility #balance #seniors #wellbeing #keepmoving @Christmas #advent #oneminute #mindfulness #breathe - [Chi Me for pain management](https://lifedock.com/chi-me-for-pain-management/): Congratulations to all of our qualified Chi Me leaders at Versus Arthritis! It was great to see you all in person today. #VersusArthritis#ChiMe#mentalwellness#PainManagement#wellbeing#TaiChi#healthyliving - [Cinnamon Care Collective - First to offer accredited drumming to residents!](https://lifedock.com/cinnamon-care-collective-1st-to-offer-accredited-drumming-to-residents/): Congratulations to Cinnamon Care Collection for being the first care home in the UK to add seated Drum Based Exercise to their programme! Your residents are lucky to have such amazing activities available to them. #cinnamoncarecollection#drumming#seateddrum#wellbeing#mentalhealth#mentalwellness#fun#seniors - [LifeDock'a Live-Well Advent starts 1st December!](https://lifedock.com/lifedocka-live-well-advent-starts-1st-december/): Make sure you have subscribed to our YouTube channel so you don't miss any of our LifeDock Live-Well Advent videos in December. One minute clips to help improve balance, leg strength, mobility and mental wellbeing. #Christmas #advent #gentlemovement #wellbeing #mindfulness #seniors #fallprevention #balance #mobility #mantalhealth - [SEHSCT Chi Me leaders](https://lifedock.com/sehsct-chi-me-leaders/): Congratulations to our South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust Chi Me leaders! #healthandwellbeing#TaiChi#ChiMe#SEHSCT#wellbeing#PainManagement#healthyliving - [LifeDock One Minute Live-Well Advent](https://lifedock.com/lifedock-one-minute-live-well-advent/): Just one minute a day in December for improved physical and mental wellbeing!LifeDock's Christmas advent - it's less fattening than chocolate and perfect for for you and the people you support. Click here to follow us on YouTube and take one minute a day in December! - [LifeDock Drumming is coming to Cinnamon!](https://lifedock.com/lifedock-drumming-is-coming-to-cinnamon/): We are delighted to announce that Cinnamon Care Collection are the first care home group in the UK to add LifeDock's Drum Based Exercise to their activity programmes in their luxury care homes. Later this month we will be training Cinnamon's dedicated Activity Co-ordinators to bring in the beat, the music and the laughter! Click here to find out what Grace, a recently qualified Drum Based Exercise leader, told us about her care home resident's drumming experience. - [See what Gareth has to say about Chi Me](https://lifedock.com/see-what-gareth-has-to-say-about-chi-me/): See what Gareth has to say about Chi Me, our tai chi inspired course. His participants with Versus Arthritis seeing the many benefits or this fabulous programme including physical and mental effects. #VersusArthritis #arthritis #mobility #gentlemovement #breath #painmanagement #strength #seniors #taichi #qigong #ChiMe - [Grace brings drumming to care homes](https://lifedock.com/grace-brings-drumming-to-care-homes/): Meet Grace! She a LifeDock Drum Base Exercise Leader and her care home residents are loving the enthusiasm she brings with this amazing activity programme - [Stay calm for day 2 with Versus Arthritis](https://lifedock.com/stay-calm-for-day-2-with-versus-arthritis/): Ready for another day of training with this fantastic bunch! Zoom day 2, here we come. #chime#wellbeing#taichi#breathe#healthyliving#VersusArthritis#PainManagement#healthandwellbeing - [SESCT Chi Me training kicks off!](https://lifedock.com/sesct-chi-me-training-kicks-off/): Looking forward to meeting everyone with South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust at todays in person Chi Me training. We love the opportunity to deliver face to face! #chime#SEHSCT#painmanagement#breathe#taichi#wellbeing#healthyliving - [Day 1 of Chi Me Zoom training](https://lifedock.com/day-1-of-chi-me-zoom-training/): Good luck to the folks at Versus Arthritis starting the Chi Me training on Zoom today. This is our fully accredited level two qualification which equips leaders with the skills to teach tai chi inspired gentle exercise that promotes strength, mobility, flexibility and pain management. #taichi#arthritis#gentleexercise#breathe#wellbeing#health#ChiMe - [LifeDock Livewell Advent coming soon!!!](https://lifedock.com/lifedock-livewell-advent-coming-soon/): 24 days of 1 min wellbeing exercises in the run-up to Christmas. It's a quick and easy way to start your healthy habits for the New Year. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don't miss a thing! - [Movement, music and wellbeing at Cinnamon Care Collection](https://lifedock.com/movement-music-and-wellbeing-at-cinnamon-care-collection/): We got an early Christmas present, creating Chair Based Exercise routines with Activity Coordinators from Cinnamon CC. What a fun day! We love working with people who promote social, physical and mental wellbeing and understand the power of movement and music. - [They really like to move it for health & wellbeing!](https://lifedock.com/they-really-like-to-move-it/): Physical and mental wellbeing is at the heart of what we at LifeDock and this programme is full or laughter, movement and social interaction. We are privileged to work with people who are passionate the people they support live their best lives! - [Chair Based Exercise is booming at Cinnamon Care Collection!](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-exercise-is-booming-at-cinnamon-care-collection/): We love working with our friends at Cinnamon Care Collection. Their activity coordinators ensure their residents have plenty of mental and physical stimulation. Chair Based Exercise is one of our core programmes and is perfect for residents who are less mobile but can still move and groove to their favourite tunes! - [Drumming is a big hit in care homes!](https://lifedock.com/drumming-is-a-big-hit-in-care-homes/): Residents in care homes across the UK are experiencing the many benefits of seated Drum Based Exercise. This is the only drumming activity programme in the UK that is designed for seated participants. Click here to see Chair Based Drumming in action with Laugh, Move & Groove'I can thoroughly recommend this course. As we are based in Jersey, it isn’t easy for me or my team to travel so we decided to take the online option. The tutors were always available to support and assist and we were able to complete the course at our own pace. It has given us lots of ideas and inspired us to deliver […] - [Versus Arthritis](https://lifedock.com/versus-arthritis/): We had a fabulous day with Versus Arthritis games day in Cookstown on Saturday 21 May. As you can see some of the participants were enjoying some Drum Based Exercise... - [How to live better for longer: Stress](https://lifedock.com/how-to-live-better-for-longer-stress/): In this series of blogs, we've been breaking down a recent article published in The Times which covers key factors we can implement into our routine to have a healthier, happier existence later in life. So far we've looked at reframing attitude and purpose. These topics, while important, are often swallowed up by the biggest killer of all for many older people - stress. We've all been through times where we've found ourselves, our family and friends experiencing stress in one way or another. Stress is a universal experience and unfortunately, for many of us, it's an experience we know all […] - [Tai Chi is the key!](https://lifedock.com/tai-chi-is-the-key/): Lifedock is singing Tai Chi's praises! Tai Chi has huge physical and mental health benefits for instructors and participants alike. - [Competition Time…](https://lifedock.com/competition-time/): How would you like to win an online Chair Based Exercise Instructor training course or an online Chi Me training course? Head over to our facebook page and follow the instructions to enter. This is a great opportunity to complete Chair Exercise Instructor training and if you have user groups who would benefit from you taking a Tai Chi Instructor training course then why not look into our Chi Me course - a simplified easy to learn version of Tai Chi. Both courses are perfect if you work or volunteer with older people or adults with disability. - [Eileen's Saturday Chi Me sessions...](https://lifedock.com/eileens-saturday-chi-me-sessions/): Great to see Leisure Ards and North Down providing Chi Me sessions with Eileen... - [Lifedock Online](https://lifedock.com/lifedock-online/): We are now offering Online courses! You can now take part in Chair Based Activity and Chi Me training online. Check out Upcoming courses and contact us to book your place. - [Chi Mi In Lockdown Part 1](https://lifedock.com/chi-mi-in-lockdown-part-1/) - [Chi Mi Animal Frolics In Lockdown Part 1](https://lifedock.com/chi-mi-animal-frolics-in-lockdown-part-1/) - [Simply Street In Lockdown Part 4](https://lifedock.com/simply-street-in-lockdown-part-4/) - [Simply Street In Lockdown Part 3](https://lifedock.com/simply-street-in-lockdown-part-3/) - [Simply Street In Lockdown Part 2](https://lifedock.com/simply-street-in-lockdown-part-2/) - [Simply Street In Lockdown Part 1](https://lifedock.com/simply-street-in-lockdown-part-1/) - [Chair Based Exercise In Lockdown Part 7](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-activity-in-lockdown-part-7/) - [Chair Based Exercise In Lockdown Part 6](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-exercise-in-lockdown-part-6/) - [Chair Based Exercise In Lockdown Part 5](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-exercise-in-lockdown-part-5/) - [Chair Based Exercise In Lockdown – part 4](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-exercise-in-lockdown-part-4/) - [Chair Based Exercise In Lockdown – part 3](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-exercise-in-lockdown-part-3/) - [Chair Based Exercise In Lockdown – part 2](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-exercise-in-lockdown-part-2/) - [Chair Based Exercise In Lockdown - part 1](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-exercise-in-lockdown-part-1/) - [SEHSCT CHAIR BASED INSTRUCTOR TRAINING](https://lifedock.com/sehsct-chair-based-activity-training/): Here are our latest trainees getting ready to bring fun activities to their service users - [SHSCT COMPLETE CHI ME TRAINING...](https://lifedock.com/shsct-complete-chi-training/) - [Limerick Sports Partnership - Sportsability Day](https://lifedock.com/limerick-sports-partnership-sportsability-day/): Lifedock Training had the privilege of taking part in Limerick Sports Partnership's Sportsability day, held at the UL Arena in Limerick. 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Congratulations to Jacquie and all those shortlisted. - [Chair Based Christmas Fun Routines](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-christmas-fun-routines/): [hr] - [LifeDock's Jacquie Appears on BBC](https://lifedock.com/lifedocks-jacquie-appears-on-bbc/): Our very own Jacquie Guinn featured on a recent episode of the BBC’s ‘Holding Back the Years’. - [Latest On Your Feet & Seated Routine](https://lifedock.com/latest-on-your-feet-seated-routine/) - [WE MOVED, WE RELAXED & WE LAUGHED.... A LOT!](https://lifedock.com/we-moved-we-relaxed-we-laughed-a-lot/): The recent Move Laugh Relax workshop was a great success. Everyone left with new ideas for games, crafts, chair exercise and relaxation techniques. Watch this space for updates on upcoming workshops. - [MOVE LAUGH RELAX - BOOK YOUR PLACE TODAY!](https://lifedock.com/move-laugh-relax-book-your-place-today/): 26 June 2018 10am to 3pm info@lifedock.com - [Southern Trust Chi Me Instructors bringing a touch of Tai Chi...](https://lifedock.com/southern-trust-chi-leaders-2/): We are very proud of the latest Chi Me instructors - All are committed to enriching the lives of their service users - Well done everyone! - [MOVE LAUGH RELAX](https://lifedock.com/love-laugh-relax/): Launches September 2017 - Fun and Games... Seated and standing games to get competitive juices flowing, as movement, laughter, improved motor skills, co-ordination , balance and agility all on the menu! Mini Chi Me... Chi Me in the chair offers calming, relaxing and easy to learn tai chi influenced movements in the safety Mindfulness and Relaxation... Lead your group in sessions that will help them to be in the moment, manage stress and feel more relaxed and calm... Hand Therapy... Learn how give the gift of a hand massage - a treat many of your service users will love, love, love! Move in the Chair... Simple and fun movement in the safety of the chair... […] - [Chi Me SEHSCT](https://lifedock.com/chi-me-sehsct/) - [Chair Based Exercise Instructors at the Ready!](https://lifedock.com/chair-based-activity-leaders-ready/): We are so proud of the latest candidates who are now fully qualified to teach Chair Based Exercise to their client groups Belfast HSCT SEHSCT - [Chi Me in Ards & Northdown](https://lifedock.com/chi-ards-northdown/): Due to the popularity of existing Chi Me classes in leisure centres in Ards & Northdown we were delighted to train another group of Chi Me Instructors in Comber Leisure Centre - bringing a taste of Tai Chi to Ards & Northdown Here they are receiving their certificates... well done guys! - [Western HSCT - Chair Based Activity Champions!](https://lifedock.com/western-hsct-chair-based-activity-champions/): Here they are! The latest group from the Western HSCT to complete their Chair Based Activity training. It's always a pleasure to train people who are so enthusiastic about the people they work with. Well done guys! - [Southern Trust Chi Me Leaders](https://lifedock.com/southern-trust-chi-leaders/): The latest group of Chi Me Leaders in the Southern Trust receiving their certificates. They all have been leading groups and reported amazing feedback. Chi Me is proving to be a versatile and effective programme. Check out our upcoming courses and book your place now! - [CHI ME GOES LIVE IN THE NORTHERN TRUST...](https://lifedock.com/chi-goes-live-northern-trust/) - ['On Your Feet' with the Belfast Trust](https://lifedock.com/feet-belfast-trust/): Congratulations to the new On Your Feet leaders, pictured here with their certificates. Well done everyone - Training funded by BHSCT and facilitated by Lifedock Training. - [SHSCT Complete On Your Feet Training](https://lifedock.com/shsct-complete-feet-training/): A fantastic group who completed the first ever On Your Feet course for the SHSCT. Well done everyone... - [ALPHA HOUSING TRAINING COMPLETED!](https://lifedock.com/alpha-housing-training-completed/):   Staff from Alpha Housing recently completed their Chair Based Activity Training. Here they are with Lifedock's Jacquie Guinn being presented with their certificates and testing their pom pom and parachute skills! - [ALPHA HOUSING - The Ceiling Can't Hold 'Em...](https://lifedock.com/alpha-housing-ceiling-cant-hold-em/): We loved training this group from Alpha Housing - So passionate and enthusiastic to bring physical activity to their residents. 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Strength & Balance Level 2 accreditation The Strength & Balance Instructor training course is accredited at level 2 and equips the instructor to deliver a programme of leg strengthening, flexibility and balance retraining exercise. This programme is designed specifically to prevent falls. Muscle weakness and poor balance in later life are the most common preventable risk factors for falls and one reason why muscle strengthening and balance activities are strongly emphasised in the UK Chief Medical Officers’ physical activity guidelines for adults. Falls in people aged 65 and older can have serious consequences such as pain, […] - [LifeDock's Chair Yoga - Level 2 accreditation](https://lifedock.com/shop/chair-yoga-level-2/): Become a Chair Yoga teacher today! Becoming a certified chair yoga teacher will provide the opportunity to promote health and wellbeing to a wide range of people who find mainstream exercise inaccessible. Older adults, those with disabilities, neurological conditions, health conditions, or recovering from injury can participate in LifeDock Chair Yoga and enjoy a safe and effective yoga class in the chair. The benefits of LifeDock Chair Yoga: Relaxation Improved flexibility Improved mobility Pain management Improved mental health and positive feelings Improved oxygen intake Helps reduce stress On completion of the LifeDock Chair Yoga course you will be equipped to: Lead […] - [Chi Me Animal Frolics - Level 2 accreditation](https://lifedock.com/shop/animal-frolics/): Become a Chi Me Animal Frolics instructor today! Due to the overwhelming response to our Chi Me programme, Chi Me Animal Frolics is a programme designed to engage children aged from 5-17 in Chi Me sessions. It is based on the ancient Tai Chi form of Five Animal Frolics. This is a fully accredited level 2 qualification and is essential for anyone who is working with children. 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