
for Mind, Body and Spirit
Our Services
Resources
Advance Resources and Training can develop and write a variety of learning resources that are tailor made to meet specific requirements.
- Blended learning packages
- Training manuals
- Study packs
- Multiple choice theory questions
- Teacher resources -Schemes of work and lesson plans
- Power point presentations
- Assessment materials and specifications
- DVDs
- Magazine articles
- Choreography
Our writing and research team consists of published authors and other recognised exercise and fitness industry experts. We have experience of working with a number of awarding bodies', private training providers, colleges and universities developing bespoke learning resources to meet a variety of curriculum and qualification needs. For further information go to Learning Resources and Feedback.
Personal Development
Advance can provide a variety of personal development programmes. These are popular for Inset training events and team building. Example programmes include:
- Managing stress
- Managing conflict
- Managing change
- Assertiveness
- Building self esteem and personal confidence
- Managing anger
- Managing fear
- Managing success
- Managing happiness
- Managing relationships
- Relaxation and meditation
- Creative expression through ART
For further information go to Personal Development

In-House Training and CPD
Advance Resources & Training can develop and deliver a range of learning and training programmes to maintain Continued Professional Development (CPD). All programmes can be designed to meet the requirements of the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) and National Occupational Standards (NOS). For further information go to In-House Training and CPD
Our programmes include:
- Stylised Aerobic Dance
- Introduction to helping/counselling skills for Exercise Professionals
- Creative stretch
- Creative conditioning
- Creative circuits
- Creative step
- Creative relaxation and meditation
- Creative core conditioning
- Boot camp circuit training
- Hip hop for youths
- Advanced teaching skills
- Gym programming updates
- Exercise safety analysis
Nationally Recognised Qualifications
We are approved to deliver a range of Nationally recognised CYQ (Central YMCA Qualifications) awards and certificates:
OUR Quality Commitment
Our commitment to quality will be reflected through our training programmes by:
- Limiting the number of students places available to enable more individual guidance
- The maximum number of students on any specific training programme will be 10. If numbers exceed 10, two tutors will be present
- Providing regular opportunities for student support
- Opportunities for student support will be available at the end of each study day by appointment with the tutor/teacher
- Providing an industry experienced teaching team
- All tutors, assessors and internal verifiers will be experienced and qualified and committed to their own continued professional development
- Providing access to workshops with specialist subject tutors/speakers and National Fitness Presenters
- Our teaching team consists of industry experts who are continuously developing new workshops and ideas
- Offering a cost effective and time efficient programme delivery
- All programmes will be supported by manuals, books and study packs and will structured to maximise opportunities for learning
YOUR Quality Commitment
We will require the following commitment from all our learners:
- All course fees to be paid four weeks before learning programme commences to secure place
- Experience of the specific discipline - it is essential that persons wishing to attend the exercise to music or gym qualification have experience of attending classes or participating in gym training
- 100% attendance to all sessions to maximise learning and support
- Arrive on time to all sessions
- Complete homework assignments on time
- Attend practical classes and maintain personal log/journal
- Professional behaviour throughout the learning programme


