Functional flexibility training course launched

A new internationally accredited training course, teaching functional flexibility and mobility to sports and fitness coaches, has been launched to cater for the increased demand in the growing trend.

Called ‘Long & Strong’ – Functional Mobility and Flexibility, the course features three modules and is offered by Body Before Skill (BBS) Training Academy and explores the numerous approaches to functional flexibility and mobility.

The three elements have been designed to bring an affordable and licence-free solution to help trainers, coaches and operators to upgrade the skills required to answer the growing demand from consumers for more education and support in the disciplines. The courses are delivered in an immersiveeLearning format and targeted at sports professionals, trainers, coaches and teachers looking to expand their knowledge by incorporating effective stretching techniques and using functional flexibility to enhance athletic performance and injury prevention.

BBS is the first internationally accredited training provider offering functional flexibility training for sports coaches and holistic training specialisations. For the foundation course, BBS has obtained CIMSPA CPD course accreditation, with 10 CIMSPA points awarded to qualifying CIMSPA-registered members. The three courses have also gained accreditation from the European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREPS), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA).