“When we stop playing, we stop developing and when that happens, the laws of entropy take over - things fall apart. When we stop playing, we start dying.”
— Stuart Brown

PRIMAL PLAY® CERTIFICATION

PRIMAL PLAY® LEVEL 1 MOVEMENT COACH

Level 1 is a two-day intensive introductory course for fitness professionals who want to become Certified Primal Play® Movement Coaches or for fitness enthusiasts who want to take their fitness to the next level. Suitable for those who want to learn how to incorporate the Primal Play Method™ into their teaching, training, and coaching practices.

This course is where you can learn this incredibly useful movement method taking the steps to become a Certified Primal Play® Movement Coach.

You’ll learn much more than just a series of movement patterns and games though – you’ll learn how to effectively coach others in this method and will better understand primal, powerful and practical movement. You will learn how to improve your and your client's fitness no matter how you integrate Primal Play™ into your training.

The focus of Level 1 is on mastering fundamental movement patterns and playful physical activities, including making those movements accessible and scalable to maximise effectiveness with your clients. With each activity, you’ll explore the important questions of why, how and when to use it and where it fits into your client’s training regime and your own workout routine.

LEVEL 1 CURRICULUM INCLUDES:

  • An introduction to the Primal Play Method® philosophy;

  • An introduction to the science behind the Primal Play Method® ; the three pillars of Primal Play®. Evolutionary biology, play psychology and exercise physiology.

  • Instruction on healthy, primal and functional movement;

  • Learn basic anatomy & functional movements of muscles and joints;

  • An introduction to play theory and research;

  • Learn to move with power, strength and grace with locomotion inspired by the animal kingdom;

  • Learn breathing techniques to improve strength and master mindful movement;

  • Improve communication and motivational skills;

  • Learn fun solo, partner and group-based Primal Play® activities;

  • Understand the Primal Play® Teaching model, including correct and safe techniques;

  • Learn how to scale and adapt training to suit the individuals taking part;

  • The basics on the movement prescription recommended for optimal health and longevity.

Primal Play Method® sessions are designed to provide an enhanced learning environment for attendees, transforming individuals with quadrupedal and animal-based movement using elements from diverse disciplines, including play theory, martial arts and callisthenics to create fun and functional workouts.

HOW TO BECOME A COACH?

To become a Certified Primal Play® Movement Coach, you must pass the live practical assessment after completing the workshop. To make sure all coaches meet the program’s standards, you’ll need to demonstrate the necessary competence either during the event or via video submission after the workshop.

Find out more about Primal Play here.


UK Certification Workshops

** LONDON, UK **

Primal Play™ Level 1 Certification in London - 18/19 May 2024

2-Day Certification - London [18/19 May 2024]
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FAQs

What's the refund policy?

Tickets are strictly non-refundable. However, tickets are freely transferable to other individuals or for a future certification date.

What are the prerequisites?

The workshops are open to any fitness enthusiast or healthcare professional. However, it is recommended that candidates possess an accredited qualification as a personal trainer, fitness instructor, PE teacher or equivalent.

We would advise potential candidates considering enrolling in this course to have attained a reasonable level of fitness but more emphasis is placed on the ability to coach which will be taught and assessed.

Is any preparation required beforehand?

Prior to the event you will be assigned online materials for Primal Play Method® Level 1. The workshop is taught in person, but the online components provide reading materials and movement options to work through beforehand. These will be provided before the course commences.

Is lunch provided?

Snacks, beverages and lunch are not provided.


Are you or your clients bored with exercise?




PRIMAL PLAY GLOBALLY:

HAVE MORE FUN WITH MOVEMENT!

Do you or your clients have a love affair with fitness and relish a new challenge or do you/they hate to exercise but want to get passionate about movement again? Primal Play® will enable you to gain practical movement skills that will assist you in performing physical and fitness tasks more effectively and most importantly have fun doing it!