Seniors Strong™ Teacher Training

£199.00

Seniors Strong™ Teacher Training with Rachel and Kelly

Are you ready to launch a new programme for Active Seniors? Join Seniors Strong™ Teacher Training with Rachel and Kelly!

Seniors Strong™ is a dynamic class designed to improve cardiovascular fitness, strength, and mobility for older adults. It combines functional strength, cardio, and mobility exercises to enhance functional fitness and quality of life.

Why Choose Seniors Strong™?

Modern & Inspiring: A fresh, engaging class format for older adults that can be taught both in-person and online.
Adaptable: Learn how to tailor exercises to meet the needs of seniors, including modifications for common orthopaedic conditions.
Functional Fitness: Focus on strengthening key areas like balance, stability, cardiovascular health, and mobility.

What You Will Learn

In this training, you will learn how to structure and teach Seniors Strong™ classes. This includes:

Class Plans & Formats: How to structure effective classes that cater to the needs of older adults.
Screening & Inclusivity: How to ensure your classes are safe, inclusive, and accessible for all participants.
Adaptation Techniques: Learn how to modify exercises using props such as chairs, walls, and sticks to accommodate varying levels of ability.

Seniors Strong™ Masterclass & Workshop Breakdown

Session 1: Class Structure & Ideas

Warm-Up & Mobility: Ideas for dynamic warm-ups to prepare the body for exercise.
Balance & Stability: Exercises to enhance coordination and prevent falls.
Cardio: Low-impact cardio ideas, including choreography, floor patterns, and interval training.
Functional Strength & Conditioning: Strength exercises focusing on functional movements.
Flexibility & Stretch: Techniques to improve flexibility and range of motion.

Session 2: Functional Strength Training with Kelly

Bone Health, Muscular Strength, and Endurance: Focus on strengthening bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints.
Balance & Falls Prevention: Tips to prevent falls and promote a healthy heart.
Choreographed & Non-Choreographed Options: Tailoring exercises to different class preferences and levels.

Session 3: Putting It All Together

Kelly will lead you through a Seniors Strong™ class focused on:
- Cardiovascular health
- Balance & falls prevention
- Class structure: Learn how to design a class that combines all key components.
Health Conditions: Discuss how to manage arthritis, osteoporosis, hip & knee issues, and back care during class.

Session 4: Adaptations & Education

Focus on adapting exercises for arthritis, osteoporosis, hip & knee issues, and other common conditions affecting older adults.
Learn the Seniors Strong™ format and how to adapt it for various health concerns.

Session 5: Planning & Marketing Your Classes

Class Planning: Learn how to create a 6-week programme that’s both effective and fun for your participants.
Marketing: Explore strategies for promoting your Seniors Strong™ classes both locally and online.
Music for Classes: Tips for selecting the right music to keep energy levels high and participants engaged.

Join the Movement!

Become part of the Seniors Strong™ movement and empower older adults to take control of their health. This training will give you all the tools and knowledge you need to teach impactful, inclusive, and fun classes.

Seniors Strong™ Teacher Training is available online – start anytime

Tuition From

Rachel Holmes

Qualification provider:

Level 1

Lifetime access:

Yes

Online Only

Train to teach Reformer Pilates with our L3 qualification

Become a certified Pilates instructor with our Level 3 Reformer qualification. CIMSPA & YMCA approved. Expert-led training at our Derbyshire studio.

Fully accredited L3 Diploma

Choreographytogo is a recognised and endorsed Training Provider with YMCA and Educational Partner With CIMSPA We pride ourselves on educating our learners to the highest standard and maintain a 98% pass rate across our nationwide courses. We guarantee your success and will do everything possible to provide a fabulous learning experience.

Before Booking

Important Information to know before booking:

Before attending the Level 3 Course you need to attend Pilates classes and be familiar with the exercises.

You will also have to do homework and preparation before the course begins – Attendance of all 3 live days is compulsory.

You are required to sit an exam during the course to gain your certification.

Both Kelly and I can’t stress enough to come to the course prepared. Make sure you have watched the Level 3 online videos, you have read the manual and attended as many Pilates classes as you can. Level 3 Pilates is a fantastic qualification and one that is held in high regard within the industry, therefore prepare and you will be able to enjoy the course and get the most out of it.

It is imperative you attend Pilates classes as a participant before you attend the Level 3 Training.

What do I recieve?

✅ A log in to the Level 3 Online Video Dashboard featuring Rachel Holmes and Kelly Reed.

✅ A hard copy Level 3 manual is posted from Active IQ

✅ 1 week before the course begins your tutor Kelly Reed-Banks will be in touch with you to welcome and confirm you are all ready to begin. You can contact at Kelly@Choreographytogo.com

✅ You will also film your assessment using your own class members and send a filmed assessment in via Dropbox, we transfer, YouTube or Vimeo. This cuts down on travel time and days away and ensures you can film your class in an environment you feel comfortable in and show your teaching in a more natural environment.

Who is the course for?

This qualification is designed for instructors who:

Already hold the Level 3 Pilates Matwork Diploma.

Do not yet hold Level 3 Pilates Mat: we offer a package combining the Active IQ Level 3 Pilates Mat Diploma with the YMCA Level 3 Reformer Certificate. Learners will complete Matwork first.

What You Will Learn

By completing this course, you will be able to plan, deliver, and evaluate safe and effective group reformer sessions. The course covers:

✔️Applied anatomy and physiology for Pilates and yoga professionals.
✔️Practical skills to deliver group reformer classes with confidence.
✔️Techniques for cueing, progression, and modification.
✔️Exercise analysis and programming specific to the reformer.

1. I hold a Level 2 Pilates Qualification – Do I have to attend and pay for the whole course if I want to be Level 3 Pilates Instructor?

Yes, You have to attend and complete the 3 contact days.

2. I have no Pilates experience but I am a qualified Level 2 ETM/GYM Instructor can I attend this course?

Yes, as there is no longer a Level 2 Pilates qualification only Level 3, the course is suitable for all qualified Instructors.

3. I have passed my Level 3 EFK (Exercise and Fitness Knowledge Paper) within the last 2 years do I have to do it again and can I get a discount on the course fee.

If you already hold the Level 3 EFK then you don’t have to take this again. Unfortunately, we are not able to discount the course fee.

4. Is your Level 3 course an “official” Pilates course?

Yes the Course is an Active IQ Level 3 Pilates course and you gain entry on the REPS register at Level 3 and get 20 CPD points.

5. Once I have qualified am I able to call my class Pilates?

Yes, You will be a Level 3 Qualified Pilates Instructor.

6. Am I able to pay for the course in stages?

Unfortunately not, the full course price must be paid at once. If you employer is paying for you we can invoice your employer

7. Do I get any other course materials with the course?

Yes you will receive 1 Level 3 Pilates DVD and PDF manual.

8. What is the course timetable?

Day 1:

Evolution of the original 34 mat work exercises