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Functional Training and Advanced Core Conditioning

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The aim of this course is to provide personal trainers with a range of functional exercises designed to develop core strength and stability. The course includes a range of full body exercises performed using different equipment and surfaces to increase the instability of the movement.

The course is designed to assist trainers in providing exercise programs for clients with a good strength base and includes:
  • What is functional training?
  • The benefits of functional training
  • Functional exercises for core conditioning
  • Exercise progressions incorporating increased levels of instability
Exercises covered in the course include:
  • Functional exercises
  • Bridging
  • Medicine Ball
  • Lunge Progressions
  • Mini Tramp
  • Squat Progressions
  • Cable Exercises
Assessments Short answer questions assess students’ knowledge of the materials covered.

CEC Points 4 CECs

Cost $125 Members $145 Non-Members

Course delivery

This course can be completed online. You can enrol anytime and can expect to start within 24 business hours. You have up to three months to complete each module or short course (most people finish much sooner). All resources including narrated PowerPoints, video clips, notes, activities, assessments and student support are included in the cost of the course.

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This course can be completed on campus.

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Studying by correspondence allows you to work at your own pace in the environment of your choice. You have three months to complete each module or short course, but most people finish sooner. The more hours you study, the faster you can complete the course. The course fees include all the materials you need to complete the course including manuals, DVDs and assessments. We post these resources out to you. You also have free unlimited support by phone and email.

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