England sees the biggest decline in improvement to life expectancy
England has experienced the largest decline in life expectancy improvement across the whole of Europe New research published in the Lancet Public Health Journal shows that England has experienced the largest decline in life expectancy improvement across the whole of Europe with physical inactivity being a significant contributing factor. Commenting on the research, Tara Dillon, […]
Let’s Dance! The joy and benefits of dance-based exercise
Tracy Levy shares her thoughts CIMSPA Trustee and Group Exercise Practitioner Member Tracy Levy shares her thoughts on the upcoming Let’s Dance! campaign which aims to get more people active Sometimes dreams become reality, and for us, your local dance and group exercise instructors, 2 March marks the beginning of a whirlwind week. Through our […]
Cracking the productivity code
Productivity is one of the biggest challenges facing the UK The government’s five missions have been created to shape its priorities over the course of this parliament. At the foundation of all of the missions is an ambition to grow the economy. Tara Dillon FCIMSPA (Chartered), CEO of The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and […]
Training Academy Course of the Week – Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
Develop an in-depth understanding of exercise referral Develop an in-depth understanding of the knowledge required to ensure safe and effective exercise programming for patients with a number of medical conditions, as well as common reasons for referral onto a community-based exercise referral scheme. This course, delivered online using the Active IQ LMS Learning Platform, has […]
How can our sector support those who are NEET back into learning or into work?
The sport and physical activity sector can be driving force to increase rates of employment By targeting those who are not in employment, education or training (NEET), the sport and physical activity sector can be driving force to increase rates of employment and support economic growth. Following on from the recent publication of the government’s […]
Training Academy Course of the Week – STA Level 2 Award in Teaching Swimming
This 40 hour course spans five days and will equip you with the ability to teach essential swimming skills, water safety and all four key strokes to participants. Delivered in either Birmingham or Newbury, this development opportunity is brought to you by our 3-star ‘Enhancing’ training provider partner STA Excel. STA Excel provide vocational qualifications […]
Get recognised for everything you do – Is your learning up to date?
CIMSPA are reminding and encouraging all members to ensure that their qualifications, learning and CPD are up to date on the Member Portal. To retain their professional recognition, all CIMSPA members are required to complete learning and develop their knowledge every year, demonstrating their dedication to their profession and to show customers and employers that […]
Are you telling prospective clients of everything you have to offer?
As a CIMSPA member you’ve already proven your dedication to best practice, developing yourself and being qualified to tackle the challenges faced by the sector and the nation. We continue to tell your stories to the wider population and showcase the fantastic and hugely valuable work you do, and of how your expertise helps people […]
Record number gain chartered status in recognition of their excellence in the sport & physical activity sector
Having demonstrated true excellence, innovation and impact within their field, we’ve recently seen no less than 12 members gain various different chartered statuses. Becoming a chartered member or fellow signifies a mark of distinction that confirms an individual meets the sector standards with qualifications, experience and expertise that underpin their multiple areas of discipline and […]
Setting the standard: Elevating your training provision
What sets a training provider apart from the rest? For professionals working in the sport and physical activity sector, identifying high quality learning, training and development to enhance their career can be a minefield. The quality of education and training programmes can significantly impact a professional’s ability to elevate their skills, performance, job satisfaction and […]