27th August 2026

Dear colleagues,

 

We are pleased to confirm the below details in relation to two training courses which are being offered through Active Belfast, in partnership with LifeDock Training:

Chi Me (September 2026) and Chairtastic (October 2026).

Please read on for course details and information on how to register.

 

 

Chi Me

This fully accredited course through the Open College Network (OCNNI) is a series of Tai Chi influenced exercises that will equip course participants with the skills necessary to lead group sessions and enable them to gain benefits by applying the techniques as individuals.

• This easy to learn and effective programme will provide all the skills needed to lead groups of older people or those with health issues in a Chi Me session.
• Chi Me can significantly reduce the risk of falls in older people.
• It can also improve muscular strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, and relaxation.
• It can be easily adapted for anyone.
• People with learning difficulties, depression and those recovering from surgery will also gain benefits.
• This programme also includes specific exercises which may aid in falls prevention.

Course details

Course: Chi Me

• Date: Thursday 10 September & Thursday 24 September 2026
• Time: 9.30am – 4pm
• Venue: Knockbracken Hall, Knockbracken Healthcare Park, Belfast, BT8 8BH

Register

To request a place: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/7rdPRCN2h0?origin=lprLink5

(Attendance on both dates is compulsory)

 

Chairtastic

This fully accredited course (OCN Level 2) has been designed to enable potential leaders to:

• Deliver a safe and effective chair based activity session in a fun way for less active and older people.
• Understand the implications of physical activity and the older participant.
• Employ motivational techniques and leadership skills.
• Understand and implement health and safety issues.
• Chairtastic provides a place of security, particularly for those with mobility, balance or confidence problems, who wish to improve their strength and flexibility.

 

Course details

Course: Chairtastic

• Date: Friday 9 October & Friday 23 October 2026
• Time: 9.30am – 4pm
• Venue: Knockbracken Hall, Knockbracken Healthcare Park, Belfast, BT8 8BH

Register

To request a place: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/HdqrmEqMZY?origin=lprLin

(Attendance on both dates is compulsory)

Please note: spaces are limited on both courses, and you must be able to deliver the training within the Belfast area.