Active IQ

10/09/2026

Misinformation about health and fitness doesn’t just stay online. It follows you into the gym, into the supermarket, and your everyday choices in life.

For qualified fitness professionals, it means correcting myths, re-educating clients, and explaining why online advice hasn't delivered the results people expected.

That’s why people in the industry are supporting our Trust Your Trainer campaign.

In our latest blog, we’ve asked our supporters what impacts they’re seeing in the real-world, and why people should be able to distinguish qualified expertise from online trends.

Read what they had to share 👇
https://bit.ly/4gH8sAC

07/09/2026

Having a high follower count is not the same as regulated, qualified expertise. ❌

Qualified fitness professionals invest time developing the knowledge and skills needed to support people safely and effectively. The advice we see online should reflect that too.

Our Trust Your Trainer campaign is calling for a digital trust mark to help people identify qualified fitness experts online.

Join the movement by signing our manifesto: https://bit.ly/497uk65

02/09/2026

Every day, millions of people turn to social media for health, fitness and wellbeing advice. 📱

But when misinformation spreads faster than expertise, it becomes harder to know who to trust.

That's why we're asking the industry, training providers and fitness professionals to stand behind the Trust Your Trainer campaign.

Find out more and share your voice: https://bit.ly/497uk65

27/08/2026

New Pilates qualifications are now live

We’re excited to announce the launch of two new Level 3 Pilates qualifications, available for delivery now.

Developed in response to the growing demand for high quality Pilates provision, these qualifications support training providers to expand their offer and deliver industry-relevant training that equips learners with the skills and knowledge needed for professional practice.

Our new qualifications are:

🔹 Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
Supporting learners to design, plan and deliver safe and effective Pilates matwork classes, with a focus on Pilates principles, progressive programming, anatomy and physiology, professionalism and customer care.

🔹 Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Instructing Pilates Studio Reformer Sessions
Helping learners develop the skills to deliver safe and effective reformer Pilates sessions, covering Pilates fundamentals, progressive programmes, group delivery, biomechanics and reformer-specific health and safety.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your existing Pilates provision or respond to growing demand in this area, these qualifications provide a new opportunity to support the development of skilled, confident instructors.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/2HZI2Iz

24/08/2026

Fitness advice isn’t just content for social media clicks. It can influence how people train, eat and look after their health.

We understand the real harm of misinformation, and that’s why we’re calling for greater transparency online. That means cutting through the noise with a simple way for people to identify qualified fitness professionals.

Join the growing number of supporters backing our Trust Your Trainer campaign, and help us to champion qualified, regulated and evidence-based fitness advice. 💪

Sign the manifesto and show your support: https://bit.ly/497uk65

19/08/2026

The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Healthy Ageing’s latest report highlights the opportunity for the leisure and physical activity sector to play a greater role in prevention, and supporting people to remain active, independent and healthier for longer.

The report recognises that stronger partnerships between health services and community-based physical activity providers could help deliver better health outcomes for all.

As the fitness sector continues to expand its role in supporting health and wellbeing within society, another key area of focus will be ensuring fitness professionals have the skills and knowledge needed to confidently support an ageing population.

A very inspiring read from HCM Magazine 👇

A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, reports Muir Gray

18/08/2026

A comprehensive qualification supporting learners to develop the professional skills needed to design, plan and deliver safe and effective Pilates matwork classes. Covering Pilates principles, progressive programming, group delivery, anatomy and physiology, professionalism and customer care.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/44Ypm8A

12/08/2026

Designed to support the growing demand for reformer Pilates, this qualification equips learners with the knowledge and skills to plan and deliver safe, effective studio reformer sessions. It covers the principles of Pilates, progressive programming, group delivery for all abilities, biomechanics and reformer-specific health and safety.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4bHpIEn

03/08/2026

📢 New Pilates qualifications, now live!

Developed in response to growing demand for high quality Pilates provision, our two new Level 3 qualifications are now available for first delivery. These exciting qualifications support the delivery of safe, professional instruction across both matwork and reformer Pilates.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/3MER1Wj

23/07/2026

Looking to use your industry expertise to support the next generation of talent?
We're currently recruiting for several Independent End Point Assessor opportunities across the sport and active leisure sector:

✅ Community Activator Coach
✅ Leisure Duty Manager
✅ Leisure Team Member
✅ Personal Trainer
✅ Sports Coach

As an IEPA, you’ll use your professional experience to help apprentices showcase the skills and knowledge needed to progress in their careers.

Why join us?
• Flexible work that fits around your existing commitments
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to learners’ lives
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Work with a leaner centred educational charity that creates real impact

Explore our flexible worker opportunities and apply today: https://bit.ly/4nXwtoO