Everything you need to start a rewarding older adult fitness career
Are you seeking a fulfilling career change that keeps you active and engaged? Or perhaps you're a new fitness instructor feeling uncertain about leading your first older adults class? Look no further! Our comprehensive Older Adult Fitness Level 1 online training is your gateway to a fun, flexible, and rewarding profession.
Why become an older adult group fitness instructor?
✱ Meaningful work that positively impacts seniors' lives✱ Flexible schedule and diverse work environments
✱ Stay fit while helping others improve their health
Just some of the things you'll learn:
✓ Comprehensive understanding of older adults' needs and challenges✓ Essential teaching skills and musicality for effective classes
✓ Freestyle aerobics moves and chair-based exercises
✓ Adapting workouts for various limitations and unexpected situations
✓ Strategies to become an outstanding instructor
All the benefits included:
- Engaging video demonstrations and interviews- Practical examples and downloadable handouts
- Two personal mentoring sessions with expert instructor Carol
- Theoretical and practical assessments to solidify your skills
COURSE DETAILS
Normal Price: $400 with 12 months accessMember Price: $360 with ongoing access
Duration: 16 hours self-paced learning + 2 hours Zoom mentoring + assessments. The four modules are released over a two week period.
Materials: Handouts provided
Have a few questions before you start? Scroll down for our Frequently Asked Questions or contact us now so we can work out if it's the right course for you.
Don't let uncertainty hold you back! We provide templates, examples, and extensive support to ensure you're fully prepared for the assessments.
Invest in your future today. Enrol in Older Adult Fitness Level 1 and embark on an exciting journey towards a fulfilling career that makes a real difference in seniors' lives!
What do instructors say about our training?
I've learnt so so much. Amazing course.
Penelope Lane
What an amazing course! I have benefited in many ways from participating in this course. There are new skills acquired, an increase in confidence, a good und...
Read MoreWhat an amazing course! I have benefited in many ways from participating in this course. There are new skills acquired, an increase in confidence, a good understanding of music and how to structure a class so it flows well and is effective for the older participants. I'm ready to get out there and teach. Carol and Trudi are brilliant teachers and instructors. I feel privileged to be one of their students. To have the 1:1 mentoring from Carol was so helpful, gosh what an inspiration she is. The course is well-structured, comprehensive, interactive and provides so much of what you need to learn how to become a professional, confident and effective older adult instructor. The other Third Age Fitness learning resources which I'm about to get into ensure I can continue my journey well as an older adult instructor. Thank you!
Read LessThank you Carol and Trudi!
Monica Batcheldor
Thankyou both so much again for your support and encouragement. It was all so great! I look forward to staying in touch and continuing my aerobics journey.
Thankyou both so much again for your support and encouragement. It was all so great! I look forward to staying in touch and continuing my aerobics journey.
Read LessHighly recommended!
Trina Willis
This workshop is fun and informative.
This workshop is fun and informative.
Read LessBecome the inspiring instructor older adults need!
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PAA 3PDPs |
AUSactive 14CECs |
FITREC 30pts |
NZReps 10CPDs |
BCRPA 16CECs |
SPRA POA |
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Start your TAF/Pro Membership with our Older Adult Fitness Level 1 training and you'll save over 10% on both! Find out more about the benefits of membership here.

Looking for PD points? Get them all in one hit with our points bundle! Grab Older Adults Fitness - Level 1, Balance Training for Older Adults and Professional Membership all together and you'll save time and money.
Normally $628, get all three for only $520!

Transform lives, including your own.
Feedback from past participants
“Casual and friendly teaching technique and environment. Very professional, everything was done well. Thoroughly enjoyed it!” – Lesley, Bowen Hills workshop
“Very organised, friendly environment, relaxed atmosphere, and open communication. Excellent! Thank you.” – Bree, Melbourne workshop
“All the practical exercise was excellent and provided me with a lot of new ideas to use and share.” – Gemma, Brisbane workshop
“Can’t wait to get started!” – Barbara, Bowen Hills workshop
“Carol and Trudi were very approachable and helpful. I really enjoyed learning the chair-based exercise and I think our members will really enjoy it.” – Louise, Brisbane workshop
FAQ
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How long does it take to complete the course?
You can work through the course at your own pace, and come and go as many times as you need. How long it takes to practice your new skills and become proficient in them is different for everyone. Most instructors finish the training in four weeks, while some take a little longer to master the moves and musicality of freestyle aerobics.
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Do I get any downloads with my enrollment?
Yes! We want to equip you with all the basic tools you'll need to start putting together older adults classes straight away, so we've included handouts and downloads that will help you do this.
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Is there an assessment on the theory?
To receive your certificate you will need to successfully pass a multiple choice quiz. We want to make sure you understand the important concepts and information in the course, like things to be mindful when working with older adults.
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What about the practical assessment?
This is a foundational course, and a practical course, so we want to make sure you've got an understanding of the musicality required to teach a great class, as well as good technique and the different types of exercises you can include in standing and seated workouts for older adults. We teach you how to put together a class, and teach that class, so there is an assessment on this and you will be required to either film yourself or do a live Zoom assessment, so we can see you putting everything you've learned into action.
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What if I fail the assessments?
Don't worry! You can take the quiz as many times as you need to, and Carol will work through the practical aspect with you, until you are proficient in the skills we are teaching. We guarantee that you will be able to complete the course and claim your certificate, if you keep practicing!
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Is 'Older Adult Fitness Level 1' accredited?
Yes! Accreditation points are currently available for PAA (3PDPs), AUSactive (14CECs), FITREC (30pts), NZ Reps (10CPDs).
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If I sign up now can I do the course later?
You sure can! Our Professional Members have ongoing access to all their course enrolments. If you're not yet a member, you have 12 months to work through the course. You can come back as many times you want to during that 12 months for a refresher or new ideas.
Meet your trainers

Their courses are designed with fellow instructors in mind, offering a perfect blend of theory and hands-on practice. They share not just exercises, but also insights into effective communication, class management, and adapting to diverse ability levels. Carol and Trudi's approach equips instructors with the tools to create engaging, safe, and effective workouts for older adults.
By sharing their knowledge, Carol and Trudi aim to elevate the standard of older adult fitness instruction, fostering a community of skilled professionals dedicated to enhancing seniors' quality of life through movement.
Build a strong foundation.
View more of our online training courses
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Chair-Based Exercise for Older Adults
Course4.8 average rating (22 reviews)Learn how to build fun and effective chair-based classes for older adults in this comprehensive online course designed by fitness instructors, for fitness instructors. Over 300 exercises, demonstrations, example workouts, handouts and more!
$379
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Complete Resistance Bands for Older Adults
Course4.8 average rating (62 reviews)Do you teach older adults and seniors fitness classes? Want to add in something different and try a resistance band workout? We've got 168 band exercises, including standing, floor, and partner exercises, and ideas for cardio too!
$219
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Cardio Moves for Older Adults
Course5.0 average rating (9 reviews)Let's add a burst of cardio to your next older adults and seniors class! Whether you're running PT sessions, group fitness classes, circuits, strength classes, bootcamps or running groups, we've got ideas, examples, and lots of cardio exercises!
$39
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Mastering Older Adult Fitness
Course4.9 average rating (7 reviews)Learn physical, physiological and psychological changes facing older adults, and how to adapt for them in class, as well as how to communicate well and build a fabulous community in your groups. Become a master of all things older adult fitness!
$129
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Standing Bodyweight for Older Adults
Course4.9 average rating (12 reviews)Haven't got any equipment? No problem at all! We've got a huge range of exercises that will get your older adults and seniors building co-ordination, and strength, and balance in no time - and you don't need any resources for them! Come join us.
$289
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Balance Training for Older Adults
Course4.7 average rating (65 reviews)Balance is a critical part of providing a great workout for older adults and seniors, so we've put together 96 exercises for you that will build better balance in your participants and clients, and hopefully have a little fun along the way too.
$159
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