The sport and physical activity sector publish local skills plan for Devon

The plan aims to build a robust, skilled workforce in the local sport and physical activity sector, which ultimately enhances the wellbeing of local communities. 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 […]
Professional status and recognition – what’s it all about?

Professional recognition underpins CIMSPA’s strategy, Releasing the Power of our Profession. This summer will see the launch of professional status, which will enable sport and physical activity professionals to be recognised based on the status that they are issued. Here, Spencer Moore, Chief Strategy Officer of CIMSPA, takes a look at professional status and professional […]
Training Academy Course of the Week – Tai Chi and Qigong for Rehabilitation and Well-Being

This course is delivered both in person and online over eight days and provides an understanding of tai chi and qigong, along with motivation and mindfulness skills to allow learners to better support and develop their students. The four course modules are spaced over a six month period to give learners time to develop an […]
Guidance on weight management medications published

CIMSPA and ukactive collaborate to aid the sector’s understanding of pharmacological treatments used for weight loss. CIMPSA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) and ukactive have published guidance to support professionals in the sport and physical activity sector in learning the role of weight reduction medicines, such as GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1) […]
CIMSPA Welcomes NHS England’s statement on physical activity

Published on Tuesday, the statement addresses the key benefits that physical activity can have to health and wellbeing. Harnessing the benefits of physical activity details the positive impact that physical activity can make for the prevention, management and treatment of health conditions, and the economic savings that can be made through participation. Welcoming the statement, […]
NSPG Spring Statement comment

Spring Statement: Sport, recreation and physical activity sector urges Government to protect investment to boost health and growth The National Sector Partners Group* (NSPG) has issued the following statement in response to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement today (26 March) Today’s Spring Statement from Rachel Reeves has highlighted the challenges facing the UK economy. The implications […]
Another 10 cement their position at the pinnacle of our sector through gaining chartered status

The 10 latest recipients of our coveted chartered status have confirmed their standing as being part of an elite group of individuals who meet the sector standards with qualifications, experience and expertise that underpin their multiple areas of discipline and outstanding competencies. They now carry a mark of distinction that identifies them as having wide-ranging […]
CIMSPA comment on the Chancellor’s Spring Statement

Commenting on today’s Spring Statement by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, Tara Dillon, CEO of CIMSPA said, “Today’s fiscal event provided no surprises against the challenging economic landscape. The Chancellor built her statement around the government’s plans for economic growth, the focus of much of which falls on planning reforms and the defence […]
What’s our value?

Ahead of Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivering her Spring Forecast/Financial Statement on Wednesday (26 March), Tara Dillon, CEO of CIMSPA shares her thoughts on how we show the value of our sector and how we can demonstrate our economic impact more powerfully. The question that I get every time that I speak to […]
Training Academy Course of the Week – Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Studio Cycling

This face-to-face course provides learners with an understanding of the legal and professional requirements of a group cycling instructor. Over 14 hours, learners will develop an understanding of the key concepts of studio cycling and how technology can be used in studio cycling sessions, plus the knowledge and skills to plan, prepare and deliver safe […]