Edufit Series
Assisted Stretching: Techniques for Optimal Flexibility
GREAT NEWS!
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You have arrived at the perfect place to unlock the full potential of your body and improve your overall well-being. Our designed content is aimed at enhancing flexibility, reducing tension, and cultivating a deeper mind-body connection.
Drawing from ancient wisdom and modern science, our holistic approach to wellness will take you on a transformative journey of self-discovery, knowledge, and practice. Embrace the power of assisted stretching and experience the joy of movement, vitality, and balance in your life.
Objectives
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To provide participants with in-depth knowledge about the science of stretching and how it can benefit their clients.
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To equip participants with practical skills and techniques for developing effective stretch programmes.
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To enable participants to assess clients’ individual needs and develop personalized stretch programmes.
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To enhance participant’s ability to effectively communicate and motivate clients during stretch sessions.
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To improve participant’s understanding of injury prevention and rehabilitation through the use of stretching techniques.
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To increase participant’s conceptual knowledge of different types of stretching, such as static, dynamic, PNF stretching and multi-plane stretching.
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To provide coaches with certification upon completion of the workshop, demonstrating their competence in assisted stretching.
Day 1
0900 - 0930 Fundamentals and physiology of flexibility
0900 - 0930 Introduction to Stretch Therapy: principles and benefits
0930 - 1000 Rules for safe stretching: contraindications and mistakes
1000 - 1230 Anatomy and Stretching of muscles of the Pelvic girdle & Lower Extremities
1230 - 1330 Lunch
1330 - 1430 Client assessment guidelines – Pelvic Girdle (P.G.) & Lower Extremities (L.E.)
1430 - 1730 Advanced Application of Assisted Stretching Techniques
of the P.G. & L.E.
1730 - 1800 Q&A
Day 2
0900 - 1230 Anatomy and Stretching of muscles of the Neck, Back &
Upper Extremities (U.E.)
1230 - 1330 Lunch
1330 - 1430 Client assessment guidelines – Neck, Back & U.E.
1430 - 1730 Advanced Application of Assisted Stretching Techniques
of the Neck and U.E.
1730 - 1800 Q & A
Course Content
Spanning over 16 learning hours, this workshop has been a great fit for many of our students.
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Our 2-day course in assisted stretching is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques of stretching. This course is perfect for physical therapists, fitness trainers, yoga instructors, and anyone looking to enhance their skills in the field
of wellness.
Throughout this course, participants will learn how to apply different stretching techniques to various muscle groups. They will explore the concept of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation to enhance their understanding of how the nervous system controls muscle movements.
The course will include theoretical and practical sessions, allowing participants to develop a clear understanding of the concepts and how to apply them. Our experienced educators will provide hands-on instruction, allowing participants to practise their skills under supervision.
At the end of the 2-day course, participants will be awarded a certification in assisted stretching. This certification is recognised internationally, increasing opportunities for professional growth and development.
