Older Adults

The proportion of older adults in the population is currently at an all-time high. Over the last 25 years, the number of people in the UK aged 65 years and over has increased by 1.5 million. Approximately one person in every six is now aged 65 or over. This trend will only continue as health care improves and life expectancy grows. At the same time, this age group is also far more active than their predecessors. 

Recent research has demonstrated that there are clear benefits if older people can begin to undertake even a small amount of light exercise two or three times a week as it quickly helps to rebuild muscle strength, enabling them to cope more easily with regular household chores and routines.

Adapted exercises are a great way to maintain strength and mobility in older adults and helping with balance and with the tasks of everyday living. Teachers who hold this qualification understand how to adapt Pilates exercises – often including seated work – to ensure maximum benefit and results, and to work safely and effectively with you. 

Awarded by Active IQ, our external Awarding Body, and ratified by Ofqual, the full title of the qualification is the Level 3 Award in Physical Activity (Pilates) and Health Considerations for the Older Adult.