Aim

To train learners, who already have knowledge and skills in fitness instruction, to be able to plan and deliver safe and effective suspended movement training sessions.

To broaden the skills of fitness instructors to understand suspended movement training and the implications of a suspended training session.

Entry Requirements

A suitable Level 2 Fitness Instructing Qualification e.g Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing or Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing Exercise to Music.

Some experience of suspended movement training will be useful.

The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, therefore a degree of physical fitness is necessary.

There is an element of communication, (discussion, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basics skills in communication pitched at level 2.

Target Learners

Adults (aged 16+) wishing to pursue a career in the health and fitness sector as a suspended movement training instructor.

Fitness instructors who wish to widen their skills by offering group training sessions.

Please note that 16-18 year olds may need to be surpervised in the workplace once they have achieved the qualification.

Qualification Structure

This qualification comprises of 2 units:

• Unit 1 – Planning a Suspended Movement Training Session
• Unit 2 – Instructing a Suspended Movement Training Session

Successful completion of both units is necessary to achieve the full qualification.

Assessment

Coursework/Project, Portfolio of Evidence, Practical Demonstration/Assignments/Assessment