ADAPTING MINDBODY EXERCISES FOR ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS
1) In-person/Hybrid or 2) Online – either delivery mode helps you attain the Oqual-regulated/IfATE-approved qualifications
BWYQ LEVEL 3 TECHNICAL SPECIALIST IN ADAPTING MINDBODY EXERCISES FOR OLDER ADULTS
COURSE TYPE: In-Person/Hybrid (Greater Manchesteer)
TUTOR: Rosemary Bennett
VENUE: Rixton & Glazebrook Community Hall
551 Manchester Rd, Rixton, Warrington WA3 6JZ, United Kingdom
HOURS: 38 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) out of 66 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) to run over 3 weekends, spaced 1-2 months apart.
INTRO SESSION: 3:30-5:30 PM Sunday, 8 June (online)
START OF PRACTICAL COURSE DATES: to be confirmed
This is an exciting opportunity to gain a new qualification in teaching exercises suitable for active older adults who aim to prevent degeneration of muscles, joints, balance and cognition so that they can stay fit, healthy and independent for decades. With Rosemary as your main tutor, the study will begin with some e-learning for the theory part of the qualification – see sample e-learning video below.
The in-person practical course dates will take place over three weekends. In-person attendance is ideal, but we understand when the weather or family situations make this difficult. Attendance via Zoom is available and there is excellent wifi at the Rixton & Glazebrook Community Hall. In between course dates, group Zoom meetings may be scheduled.
PREREQUISITES: A suitable mindbody teaching qualification in yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi. etc. During the course, you may need to complete a safeguarding adults course either locally or online unless you already have a certificate.
For a course overview, costs, dates and further information, please contact office@mindbodywellness.org.uk
TESTIMONIAL: “Rosemary’s guidance, leadership and support throughout not only two years of teaching, but life has been a beautiful journey, receiving both support on the course and nurturing through life’s ups and downs throughout. Rosemary lives the principles of yoga, bringing them to all aspects of her teaching, it is clear that her authenticity guides others in their journey.’ Kelly Burdett
COURSE TYPE: ONLINE (Zoom)
MAIN TUTOR: Laura Bissell
HOURS: As above, 38 GLH out of 66 hrs TQT to run over three weekends via Zoom, with some extra meeting times in between.
INTRO SESSION: 3:30-5:30 PM 8 June (online)
START OF PRACTICAL COURSE DATES: 7-8 February 2026 (online)
As above, this is an exciting opportunity to attain the new qualification with Laura as your main tutor. The study will begin with e-learning for the theory parts – see the sample e-learning video below. The practical course dates will be on 7-8 February, followed by 7-8 March and 4-5 April.
For a course overview, costs, dates and further information, please contact office@mindbodywellness.org.uk
