How to make the most of a CIMSPA membership
Through your CIMSPA membership you will benefit from a vast variety of support and resources, such as those listed below to assist in developing you, your career and your pathway to achieving your potential and becoming recognised for the work that you do. We are relentlessly committed to giving you the platform and tools you […]
Up your inclusivity this summer with the latest endorsed CPD
 As the weather improves, more people are naturally choosing to go outside and get their daily dose of vitamin D, removing certain barriers to exercise. Weather conditions, motivation, affordability and access to facilities become irrelevant to most, but for some individuals, the barriers remain without further intervention. We’ve put together the latest selection of […]
Five CPD courses to… Become more inclusive of the ageing population
 Two in five people living in England are now over 50 years old, with the figures being similarly high across the rest of the UK, too. An ageing population means more strain on health services – unless we continue to shift our efforts and focus on the barriers to exercise and inclusion of this […]
Training Academy Course of the Week – Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
Whether teaching in gyms, studios, or privately, this diploma will equip learners with the skills to deliver effective and engaging Pilates classes that cater to various fitness levels. This course goes beyond the classroom, learners will gain real-world experience with practical training sessions in a gym environment, and qualify feeling confident and ready to work. […]
A collaborative solution: the West of England sport and physical activity sector publish local skills plan
The plan aims to create a skilled and diverse local sport and physical activity workforce that drives growth and improves the health and wellbeing of West of England communities. Alongside local employers, education providers, local authorities, the health sector and employability-focused organisations, the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) have […]
Exercise outperforms drugs after cancer – why professionalising the physical activity workforce is key
For the first time, robust scientific evidence has shown that following a structured exercise programme can reduce the risk of death by up to one-third in people with cancer. In addition to improving overall survival, regular, tailored physical activity has been found to significantly decrease the likelihood of cancer recurrence and the development of new […]
National Sector Partners Group urges PM to prioritise sport, recreation and physical activity in Spending Review or risk extra costs to Treasury and NHS
The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG)* has written to the Prime Minister ahead of next week’s Spending Review to urge the Government to back the sector through a sustained plan for investment and a clear strategy for increasing participation in sport and physical activity. The letter explains that a failure to prioritise the sector in […]
Real sport and physical activity career stories: Dan Richardson
We talk to sport and physical activity professionals about their career, from start to future plans, and show how our careers hub can support your journey There are so many ways to start and grow your career in the sport and physical activity sector, and CIMSPA is there to support you every step of the […]
Consultation on review of CIMSPA Swimming Teacher professional standard
CIMSPA is pleased to announce the launch of the consultation on the revised Swimming Teacher professional standard. We are seeking feedback on the revised content from partners, employers, members, individuals and the wider public – especially those with particular expertise in this field. CIMSPA, with the support of its partners, facilitates and administers the standards […]
CIMSPA Joins Forces With Black Swimming Association
CIMSPA has joined forces with the Black Swimming Association (BSA) to build a stronger, more inclusive workforce across the sport, physical activity, and aquatics sectors. CIMSPA, the UK’s professional development body for sport and physical activity, has entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with BSA—an award-winning charity committed to water safety, drowning prevention, and equitable […]