Data we can trust
CIMSPA leads the way as the first sector body to comply with the UK Statistics Authority’s voluntary code of practice In a landmark step for the sport and physical activity sector, the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) has become the first organisation in the field to align with the […]
Is this higher education’s turning point from autonomy to alignment?
In the second part of her analysis of the white paper, CIMSPA’s Associate Director of Education Natasha Schofield looks at what it means for the future of higher education. On 20 October, the UK government unveiled its long-awaited post-16 education and skills white paper, which included what it describes as a “rebalancing” of higher education […]
One month on: Connecting the Dots and owning our place as a sector
CIMSPA CEO, Tara Dillon, reflects on the recent CIMSPA Conference It’s been a month since I stood on stage at the CIMSPA Conference, looking out at a room full of people who make up the beating heart of our sector. Practitioners, employers, educators, leaders – the fantastic people who keep our communities moving, literally and […]
Member Webinar – Move with Meaning: Inclusive Practice for Older Adults and People Living with Dementia
Discover how to create inclusive, engaging, and meaningful physical activity opportunities for older adults, including those living with dementia. 31 October – 10-11am This webinar will join together theory and practical guidance for your professional practice. We’ll also explore national data to get a ‘birds eye view’ across the UK on ageing populations, people living […]
Reclaiming lost potential?
A look at how the government’s new skills plan could affect post-16 education in the UK Following yesterday’s government announcement, Natasha Schofield, CIMSPA’s Associate Director of Education and Career Development reflects on whether the new skills plan could reconnect young people with opportunity and create more positive futures. This piece focuses on the post-16 element. […]
Training Academy Course of the Week – Olympic Lifting Workshop
Designed exclusively for qualified personal trainers, this comprehensive one day workshop will give learners the knowledge and practical skills necessary to coach clients to a high level of competency in advanced lifts. Provided by our 3-star ‘Enhancing’ Training Provider Partner T2 Fitness, as part of this course you will get the dedicated support of a […]
North of Tyne sport and physical activity sector publish local skills plan
The plan aims to empower a thriving sport and physical activity sector in the North of Tyne region through collaboration and innovation. 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 implemented a local skills plan for the […]
Longevity medicine
What it means and why the physical activity profession has a big part to play Annette Wade-Clarke, Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, CIMSPA I came across the term longevity medicine for the first time a few weeks ago, just before CIMSPA Conference as I was preparing to interview Dr Nighat Arif, one of our guest […]
Training Academy Course of the Week – Purestretch
This course is an easy, active, light hearted but educational course and should take between 10 – 16 hours to complete. Provided by our 3-star ‘Enhancing’ Training Provider Partner Purestretch, this course is ideal for fitness instructors who would like to know more about stretch and feel confident in their stretching techniques. As part of […]
Workforce Governance & Registration Scheme Project – Update October 2025
The Workforce Governance and Registration Scheme Project is a sector-wide piece of work commissioned by Sport England and UK Sport following the recommendations of the Whyte Review, with the objective of supporting, safeguarding and regulating the workforce to allow everyone taking part in sport and physical activity to enjoy safe and high-quality experiences, and to […]