Training Academy Course of the Week – Active IQ Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Postnatal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition

This qualification aims to train existing fitness instructors and personal trainers to be professionally competent in training a pre/post natal client. Exploring physiological and psychological considerations, this course will give exercise professionals the skills and knowledge needed to design and deliver programmes for the pre and post natal clients. Training provider – Study Active Format […]
Championing inclusive participation in sport and physical activity

Removing barriers for inactive people to participate in sport and physical activity will address many challenges. But how can the sector workforce help? Physical inactivity in a number of communities continues to be stubbornly high. Disparities in participation are linked to a variety of contributing factors, including social, economic and health inequalities. With over […]
Mental Health Awareness Week 2025

This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week will take place from 12 to 18 May. Mental Health Awareness Week is aimed at raising awareness and promoting understanding of mental health issues. Learn more below about what’s happening this year and how you can get involved. Mental Health Foundation In addition to providing expert information and guidance […]
Discover more to your membership with FitPro

Did you know your CIMSPA membership* comes with free access to a FitPro Core Membership? FitPro is a digital platform bursting with content and high-quality educational resources. As a CIMSPA member*, you can join the FitPro community as a Core Member free of charge and continue developing your career with the CPD options on offer. […]
Training Academy Course of the Week – 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Multi-Skills Development in Sport

This course offers a solid foundation across a range of activities and enables the learner to confidently deliver a broad curriculum, providing more chances for pupils to engage with a game they love. The qualification is formed of 11-parts, with tasks one to nine being on-demand sessions and tasks 10 and 11 based in a […]
Real sport and physical activity career stories: Lynne Otto

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 […]
Brand new Careers Hub for the sport and physical activity sector

CIMSPA has created a single-platform Careers Hub dedicated to finding and developing a career in the sport and physical activity sector. The new one-stop-shop for careers from the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) will support both those looking to start a career in the sector and professionals already working […]
Five CPD courses to… Support your clients with their mental health

As Mental Health Awareness Week approaches (12 to 18 May) it’s the perfect time to focus your attention on this fundamental area of knowledge to enable you to fully support your clients and their goals. In this blog, we’re featuring five courses to help expand and refine your understanding of mental health, which you can […]
NSPG response to Active Lives Adult Survey Report

The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) has issued the following response to the Active Lives Adult Survey from Sport England, published today (24 April). The latest Active Lives Adult Survey shows a continued and steady increase in physical activity levels across the country and is a further reminder of the essential role the sport, recreation […]
Join us at Elevate 2025 – connecting fitness, sport and physical activity

Elevate is nearly upon us and this year promises to be the biggest exhibition yet with thousands of decision-makers from gyms, studios, sports clubs, universities, schools and private practice joined by over 200 leading suppliers to discover the latest cutting-edge practice and product innovations. On top of that, attendees can look forward to a […]