The Activator OUTDOORS Training

Workshop enables participants to;

- introduce Activator poles and key features to clients

- correctly demonstrate and effectively teach the special Activator technique.

- outline the key components of functional fitness and correctly

demonstrate exercises that can be done with the support of Activator Poles to enhance each component.

- plan and lead a 4-6 week community?based outdoor Activator Programme.

The 1-day workshop comprises a mix of indoor theoretical inputs and outdoor

practical sessions. Key content includes;

- teaching the technique (tips, tactics and progression)

- pole-supported exercises to enhance key components of functional fitness

(range of motion, balance, strength and aerobic fitness)

- programme planning issues (target groups, progression, venues, etc)

Participant Background and Experience Participants should

- hold a professional qualification in exercise and fitness, physical education,

physical therapy, physiotherapy (or equivalent)

- have experience in leading activity programmes with older adults

and/or people with balance concerns or mobility issues

DISCLAIMER - Talk with your doctor by phone or in-person BEFORE you start becoming much more physically active or BEFORE you have a fitness appraisal. You may be able to do any activity you want — as long as you start slowly and build up gradually. Or, you may need to restrict your activities to those which are safe for you. Talk with your doctor about the kinds of activities you wish to participate in and follow his/her advice.

Before you take part in this exercise programme you must adhere to the COVID 19 guidelines and abide by the guidelines of the restrictions in place at the time as laid out by the government. By signing up to this course of activity you agree to abide by these guidelines & do not hold the LLSP in any way liable if you do not adhere to said guidelines.

You should understand that when participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge Louth Local Sports Partnership from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of participating in the online fitness video sessions.

Enjoy and stay safe- the LLSP team