training SaQ launches new online diploma


SAQ Online Sports College has announced the launch of its new online diploma – Strength and Conditioning for Fitness Professionals. The new qualification is


NCFE-accredited at Level 4 and covers all aspects of resistance training, fitness and conditioning, stamina, speed, fitness testing, peri- odisation and planning. Te 14-month course offers eight- week modules, with up to five downloadable lectures a week and one assessment module. Alan Pearson, managing director of SAQ


International, said: “Te online diploma is a fantastic way to learn. “It has been designed by experts in the field


of strength and conditioning, health and fit- ness and sports conditioning.


Well done to REPs on 10 years of success!


Suki kalirai is interim chief executive officer of SkillsActive


Te course comprises eight-week modules and downloadable lectures “We’re excited about the diploma because of


the quality and accessibility for people involved in the health and fitness industry – you can learn in the comfort of your own home.” The diploma is worth 36 REPs points. Details: http://lei.sr?a=n5H8M


‘Outstanding’ rating for Icon Training


Icon Training has achieved seven Grade 1s from a recent Ofsted inspection – the first time a leisure company has been assessed as “outstand- ing” in each category. In its report, the inspectorate


states that Icon Training’s skills tutors are highly regarded by employers and learners who recognise and appreciate the contribution they make to the leisure industry. Among the seven categories assessed as outstanding were quality of provision, leadership and management and out- comes for learners. Te Ofsted report also said: “Icon Training


W


e all spend time reflect- ing on new ideas, things we can alter, or things we can improve on. As man-


agement, it is equally important to reflect and recognise success. We all know we have challenges but recognising success, and talking about it, can fuel further success. I was particularly touched by comments


from Technogym vice president Tony Majakas at SkillsActive’s gathering for the 10th Anniversary of REPs, who said the world (of fitness) recognises the largest reg- ister internationally and tries to emulate its success but no one comes close; we should be proud of a great British success! So we should be! Well done REPs for


achieving this – 10 years of growth to reach 28,000 active members covering 65 per cent of instructors and trainers working in the industry. All without a statute, all achieved with great support. Tat is a global bench- mark – one that SkillsActive can and will improve on with the continued support and help of the employers, employees, trade bodies and increasing public recognition of the service the register provides. Indeed, minister for sport and the


Among the categories that Icon was assessed in was quality of provision Julian Leybourne, chief executive of Icon


provides an inspirational resource for the indus- try and has transformed many learners’ lives. “With a current learner success rate of


93 per cent, the company’s success rates have continued to improve much faster than they have nationally.”


Training, said: “I’m delighted to be named as an outstanding training provider. “We hope to continue by encouraging new


learners and supporting the government’s pri- ority of employing apprentices aged 16-24 years, which we think makes excellent business sense for succession planning.” Details: http://lei.sr?a=I3U6K


Welsh Government boost for Techniquest initiatives


Techniquest and Techniquest Glyndŵr have both been awarded funding by the Welsh Government to expand their science and mathematics programmes in schools. Te Cardiff and Wrexham-based groups, which provide educational services using


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interactive exhibits and learning materials, have received £1.3m and £349,400 respectively. Funding will be used by the centres in the


delivery of education schemes for Foundation Phase pupils through to 14-19 learning. Details: http://lei.sr?a=n8e5S


Twitter: @leisureopps


Olympics Hugh Robertson, praised REPs in a special message. He said: “Te work of REPs plays an important part in help- ing people make the transition into a more active lifestyle, which can oſten be an important first-step into more people taking up and enjoying sport – something that is very much a priority of mine” SkillsActive is building on REPs’ suc-


cess, starting earlier with training provider engagement, creating awareness and work- ing with employers and trade associations, but also involved in supporting ways for the applicability of similar concepts to other sub-sectors within our footprint, such as outdoor pursuits; sport; playwork; and the spa, hair and beauty arenas. To everyone involved for the last 10 years:


thank you and congratulations on creating a world leader. Here’s to building on that success in the next 10 years!


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