ABSOLUTE Performance and Athlete Academy have announced a partnership to offer a range of strength and conditioning professional study programmes.
All study programmes offered by the partnership are accredited by the UK Strength and Conditioning Associatio.
Ed Archer, programme director at Athlete Academy, will lead the partnership’s programme of Level 3 Diploma and workshop courses.
With a 25-year career in strength and conditioning and fitness education, Ed brings a wealth of experience to the partnership including time as a director of the UKSCA as well as work with Gloucester Rugby, Formula One, professional ballet and international polo.
He said: “Quality and integrity in facility design and the supply of equipment is key to creating positive environments for health and fitness exploration and achievement.
“We have crossed paths many times with Absolute Performance and their facilities over the past 15 years and have always been impressed with the quality of their products, the kindness and commitment of their team and their aspiration to do the right thing for their customers, regardless of the size of the project.
“We are very excited about joining forces with the AP team to provide a new and ambitious standard of fitness education.”
The programme of courses aims to develop a greater understanding of strength and conditioning and the important role it can play in health and wellbeing across the population. The courses are designed for those in coaching or rehabilitation roles, including professionals delivering sport and wellbeing education in schools.
Courses range from single-day workshops and introductory programmes to in-depth, 26-week Diplomas. Students can choose to enrol directly with Athlete Academy or through Absolute Performance, who are offering the courses to its customers at reduced rates.
“We are thrilled to partner with Athlete Academy to offer this range of accredited courses,” added Gary Oleinik, sales and marketing director of Absolute Performance.
“We believe that access to quality education is essential for professionals working in the fitness, education, rehabilitation and sports performance space, and we are proud to be able to offer our customers the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge through this partnership.”