B1716 - Strength training for the over 40s: building strength for longer life (all levels)

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Start Date: 12/01/2027      End Date: 23/03/2027        Start Time: 18:15      End Time: 19:15        Hours per Week: 1.00      No of Weeks: 10
Fees:      £67.00 (tuition)     £128.00 (overseas)     £21.00 (concessionary)
Tutor: Sonia Stephens        No of Places: 12
Shadwell Centre

Course Overview

Course Overview
“Want to build strength, improve posture and feel more confident in everyday movement after 40?”

This mixed level course introduces the foundations of safe, effective strength training for adults over 40. Learners will develop confidence with strength based exercises designed to improve full body strength, posture and everyday function.

The course is ideal for men and women returning to exercise, experiencing age related changes, or wanting to build strength in a supportive, non gym environment. Sessions are carefully structured with clear instruction, adaptable exercises and a focus on proper technique.

What will you learn and be able to do?

What will you learn and be able to do?
* Perform fundamental strength exercises safely and effectively, with appropriate technique and alignment.
* Build baseline strength in major muscle groups to support everyday activities such as lifting, carrying and standing.
* Adapt resistance based exercises to suit individual ability, fitness level and physical needs.
* Understand how strength training supports health and wellbeing after 40, including muscle, joint and metabolic health.
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* “Want to build strength, improve posture and feel more confident in everyday movement after 40?”

This mixed level course introduces the foundations of safe, effective strength training for adults over 40. Learners will develop confidence with strength based exercises designed to improve full body strength, posture and everyday function.

The course is ideal for men and women returning to exercise, experiencing age related changes, or wanting to build strength in a supportive, non gym environment. Sessions are carefully structured with clear instruction, adaptable exercises and a focus on proper technique.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements
None, but this course may not be suitable for those with certain medical conditions so please check with your health professional if unsure. In some circumstances your tutor may require you to provide evidence that you are fit to take part in the class or suggest an alternative, more appropriate option.
This course is not suitable for pregnant women.
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Equipment required

Equipment required
Wear comfortable clothing for exercise. Close fitting trousers or leggings will be most suitable. Water container to maintain hydration levels.
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How will you know you are making progress?

How will you know you are making progress?
The tutor will provide verbal feedback throughout the course.

Students are encouraged to monitor their progress and achievement using an Individual Learning Plan (ILP).

You will also gain more from the course if you commit time to it outside the classroom.
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There is no formal assessment but you will be asked to monitor your own progress during the course. For example, this includes you monitoring your own health and fitness via a simple questionnaire.
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Progress opportunities - your next steps

Progress opportunities - your next steps
Strength Training for the over 40s - Maintain & Thrive and or other movement-related and fitness courses.
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Other info

Other info
In general, we will not allow late enrolment to any course after the first two weeks. The course is for general exercise and health. It is not a rehabilitation class nor Clinical Pilates. The course is not suitable for pregnancy.

Children are not allowed in our health & fitness courses unless they are specifically family learning classes. Please do not ask your tutor to give your child access as they do not have the authority to do this.

Health and Safety requirements demand that all learners participating in fitness classes must complete the warm up. Therefore, latecomers that miss the warm up will be refused entry to the session.
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Extra Support

Extra Support
If you have declared a learning difficulty, disability or support need whilst enrolling and you require support/assistance in class or to complete your course, please discuss your needs with your tutor at the first lesson.

If you intend to take an examination and feel you have an additional learning need or special requirements, you must declare them to your tutor within the first 2 weeks of your course.

If you are studying in an online group, then you can arrange a one-to-one online discussion with your tutor, after the session, or by email.

Where we aim to make reasonable adjustments to support our learners, please note we are unable to provide any type of in class or in person support if your course takes place online.
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