Chair-Based and Seated Qualifications Explained

At Choreographytogo Education, we are often asked about the difference between the Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise qualification and the Sit Fitness Certification.

Both are fantastic options if you want to teach seated, supported or chair-based classes, but they are designed for slightly different purposes.

Here are our most commonly asked questions answered.

What Is the Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise Qualification?

The Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise qualification is the official qualification with YMCA Awards.

This qualification is designed to give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to safely teach chair-based exercise classes.

It is ideal if you want to work with:

Older adults
Beginners
Less mobile participants
Community groups
Care settings
Wellbeing groups
People returning to exercise
Participants who need seated or supported movement options

The Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise qualification provides the formal training pathway to teach safe, effective and appropriate chair-based classes.

You will learn how to plan and deliver sessions that support movement, confidence, function, mobility and wellbeing, while keeping participant safety at the centre of your teaching. LEARN MORE HERE

What Is Sit Fitness?

Sit Fitness is a CPD course designed for already qualified instructors.

It provides the Sit Fitness branding, class ideas and choreography to help you launch and deliver seated fitness classes with confidence.

Sit Fitness gives you practical, ready-to-use class content that you can take straight into your teaching.

It is perfect if you already hold a fitness qualification and want fresh ideas, structured class formats and choreography for seated and supported classes.

Sit Fitness includes creative class ideas to help you deliver sessions that are accessible, uplifting and enjoyable for a wide range of participants.

What Is the Difference Between Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise and Sit Fitness?

The easiest way to understand the difference is this:

Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise is the official qualification that qualifies you to safely teach chair-based exercise classes.

Sit Fitness is a CPD course that gives already qualified instructors the Sit Fitness brand, choreography, class content and ideas.

So, the Level 2 qualification gives you the recognised qualification pathway, while Sit Fitness gives you practical programming and branded content to help you bring your classes to life.

Do I Need Both?

If you want the strongest pathway, the best option is to complete both.

The Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise qualification gives you the official qualification and teaching framework.

Sit Fitness gives you a full library of class ideas, choreography and practical content so you can feel confident launching your classes.

Together, they give you both the qualification and the tools to teach creative, engaging and professional seated fitness sessions.

Did You Know?

We are currently offering the Sit Fitness Certification as a free bonus when you purchase the Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise qualification.

This means you not only gain the official Level 2 qualification, but you also receive the Sit Fitness Certification to help you create, programme and launch your classes.

You will have access to a whole library of choreography, ideas and inspiration to help you get started straight away.

Who Is This Training For?

This training pathway is ideal for fitness professionals who want to expand into chair-based, seated and supported exercise.

It is especially useful if you want to teach in:

Community centres
Care homes
Retirement villages
Church halls
Women’s Institutes
U3A groups
Corporate wellbeing sessions
Health and wellbeing programmes
Online seated fitness classes
Local authority or leisure trust programmes

Chair-based exercise is a huge opportunity for instructors who want to make fitness more accessible and inclusive.

Why Chair-Based Classes Are So Valuable

Chair-based and seated classes can make movement accessible to people who may not feel confident joining a traditional fitness class.

They can support:

Mobility
Strength
Balance
Coordination
Confidence
Posture
Functional movement
Social connection
General wellbeing

These classes are not just about sitting down. They can be creative, energising, uplifting and incredibly valuable for participants who need more support.

Launch Your Chair-Based Classes With Confidence

If you have been thinking about teaching seated or chair-based classes, this is a brilliant time to get qualified and start planning your sessions.

With the Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise qualification, you will gain the official training to teach safely.

With Sit Fitness included as a free bonus, you will also receive the branding, choreography and class ideas to help you launch with confidence.

In a Nutshell

Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise
The official YMCA Level 2 qualification that qualifies you to safely teach chair-based classes.

Sit Fitness
A CPD course for already qualified instructors, providing branding, choreography and class content.

Current Offer
Purchase the Level 2 Chair-Based Exercise qualification and receive the Sit Fitness Certification as a free bonus.

If you are ready to offer inclusive, accessible and inspiring chair-based classes, this pathway gives you everything you need to get started.

GET THE MEGA CHAIR BUNDLE INCLUDING LEVEL 2 CHAIR BASED, SIT FITNESS AND ASSISTED CHAIR FITNESS AND SAVE HERE!