The value of training in the development of inclusive facilities should never be underestimated. If staff attitude and culture are not inclusive then this will prevent many users from getting much further than the front door of your facility.
The IFI ensures that its Sites have an inclusive culture through delivery of two training packages outlined below:
Level one training is provided for staff at IFI approved sites involved I supporting the delivery of fitness opportunirties to disabled people. This will include all front of house leisure centre staff eg. fitness suite staff, supervisors, facility staff, receptionists, caterers, cleaning staff and management.
Level two and Level three training courses are tailored specifically to meet the needs of fitness instructors ensuring that they have the knowledge required to deliver, safe and effective inclusive workouts. It will provide you with the training, confidence and expertise in supporting relevant and safe fitness programmes with disabled people within the facility that you work.
The Course is delivered by YMCAFit on behalf of the Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI). It is a nationally recognised Course and will provide candidates with a nationally recognised VRQ qualification.
These training Courses have been made available free of charge to all National Sports Foundation (NSF), Main Scheme and Pilot sites through grant aid from the IFI and is supported by your employer through their partnership with the IFI.
