Training for Older Adults Workshop
Description
Are you ready to train older adults? As the general population ages, there is a high demand for qualified trainers to work with active and frail older adults. In this 4 day course, you will be able to learn about the aging process, train using different modalities, modify exercises for various health conditions, and practise fall-proofing strategies.
Upon completion of the workshop, participants will be able to:
- Articulate the physiological and psychological aspects of aging
- Define common health conditions amongst the older adult i.e. stroke, diabetes, osteoporosis, joint conditions, cardiovascular conditions, parkinson’s
- Identify medications and their exercise implications such as beta-blockers, anti-inflammatory drugs, laxatives, blood pressure medications, antidepressants
- Gain awareness of different modes of training from on-land to aquatic environments
- Describe modifications for various exercises to address the needs of the active to the frail older adult
- Identify strategies and exercises to prevent falls and injuries amongst older adults
- Gain awareness on appropriate consultation and communication skills for needs assessments, exercise planning, instruction, retention and promotions
Requirements:
- Notebooks, pen, pencil, paper etc...
Required Text:
- Jones, J. and Rose, D. (2005). Physical Activity Instruction of Older Adults, Champaign, Illinois: Human Kinetics.
Course Instructors
Judy Chu, BPE, C.K., CPTN-CPT
Judy is a senior staff member at the Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care where she has worked for the past 24 years. She also conducts exercise classes to individuals who are 55+ years old with chronic conditions (arthritis, stroke survivors, osteoporosis, diabetes, auditory/visually impaired, joint replacement).
Registration
- View Workshop Schedule for available courses.