Supporting social well-being for older adults through physical activity

This course introduces ideas about the social outcomes of taking part in physical activity: 
• Why they are important for older adults’ well-being 
• Why they are important to think about in the context of physical activity 
• Social barriers to positive social outcomes in physical activity that older adults face 
• Ways to support positive social outcomes for your participants 

The course is for fitness professionals, for example:
• Certified exercise leaders, instructors, trainers, recreation therapists, and activity coordinators
• Other practitioners interested in physical activity instruction for older adults 

It’s designed to offer knowledge about:
• The social side of physical activity for older adults 
• How to support the older adult participants you work with 

This course is worth 2 Fitness Alberta CECs