Researchers no longer believe that falling or losing mental capacity are inevitable parts of the aging process. This fascinating class series operates on two premises: 1) That specific balance exercises will reduce the risk of falling and 2) that age-appropriate resistance and cardiovascular exercise for seniors will improve Cerebral Blood Flow (CBF) which has been documented to improve cognition.

Since the overwhelming goal of all seniors is to maintain their independence and function, this innovative program will begin with an overview of best practice techniques for fall prevention. From there you'll learn to assess your client for fall risk and progress into a variety of age-appropriate balance drills to get the older adult out of their chair and reduce their fall risk while performing functional activities. Many of these drills have a strong "play element" -- meaning they are so much fun your clients will not be aware of how hard they're working.

Whether you train seniors in large or small groups, or one-on-one, our "Brains and Balance Past 60™" program is a clever combination of specific activities designed to reduce your client's fall risk while increasing their cognition. Discover how much fun brains and balance training can be while you exercise your client's mind and body with our specially designed curriculum. Our “Brains and Balance Past 60™” program is designed for the unique needs of your older clients who know the importance of staying mentally sharp and physically stable.

Thanks to the aging Baby Boom generation, the American population has never been older than it is now… and the numbers will continue to grow. What makes this especially worrisome is that the vast majority of American older adults are both sedentary and physically deconditioned—which is why falling is the leading cause of accidental death for American seniors.

This real-world scenario is the basis for this innovative program. Starting with basic physical assessments, plus a home-risk evaluation this groundbreaking program does not simply concentrate on offering a catalogue of different balance exercises but will teach you how to individualize your client’s fitness journey from program design through implementation. You’ll also learn how to deconstruct functional household tasks as well as how to progress and regress your client’s balance program. And—unlike many balance programs you will learn task-appropriate drills and progressions not just for frail elders but for active seniors as well! Finally you’ll explore how physical activity improves cognition and learn that –thanks to the hippocampus!- when balance skills improve so does cognition—and vice versa!

This 8-hour workshop consists of four brand-new, 2-hour modules, all offering brand new CE awards!

Here are the four modules we are offering:

1) Functional Balance: Training Clients who are Fall Risk
2) Dynamic Balance: Innovative Drills to Build Confidence and Reduce Fall Risk
3) Primal Balance: Strength Training to Reduce Fall Risk
4) Cognitive Balance: Using Movement & Music to Improve Cognition

Classroom training has never been so immersive! Using our signature combination of instructor demonstrations and participant interaction, every exercise is enhanced by crisp, clear videos. Better yet, each video has a specific QR code so you can review, save or share each video long after class is over.

The cost for this 1-day, 8-hour ConEd program is $129, (and early bird pricing specials of $79 - $99!). Best of all, your investment is protected by our 100%, no-questions-asked refund policy. For details, click here.

The entire 8-hour day is approved for:
0.8 CECs from ACE, AFAA, CSCS, NASM, NSCA.
8.0 CEUs from ACSM, AEA, BOC, FAI, IFPA, ISSA.

CE awards may be approved/accepted by other credentialing agencies as well.

You've worked hard to advance your career so why not let that hard work can pay off? Take all 4 of our “Brains and Balance Past 60™” workshops and you can document your learning with a Special Certificate showing that you have had concentrated training in “Brains and Balance Past 60™”. This special recognition certificate will be provided free of charge if you take all 4 of our “Brains and Balance Past 60™” live classes.

Unfortunately, no. "Certification" is a legal term and "certifications" requires a proctored, objective examination to earn the credential and continuing education to maintain the credential. Our live programs do not require an examination so no "certification" is rewarded. But many of our participants have found that our Specialty Certificates are very valuable marketing tools which document that you have specialized training in a concentrated area of fitness.

After you have completed all 4 of our live classes you will receive access to a special page on our website. All you need to do is click on that link, enter your email address and then fill out a short attendance form. Then, your special certificate will be emailed to you instantly. That’s it!