UPCOMING WORKSHOP EVENTS:

Galter lifecenter (chicago, IL)

Posture Analysis and Correction Workshop

Location:	5157 N Francisco Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Dates:	Fri. - July 13 (11:00 - 5:00 pm) and Sat. - July 14 (11:00 - 5:00 pm)
Time:	See above
Workshop Registration Options	Option 1:  Workshop & CEC Completion Certificate:  $299.00 (Full)	Option 2: Workshop, CEC Completion Certificate & Access to Non-Instructor Led CPS:  $449.00

Continuing Education Credits/Units (CEC/CEU): CLICK HERE TO SEE THE FULL APPROVED CEC/CEU (ORGANIZATIONS/HOURS) LIST. This Onsite Posture Workshop has been approved by various national and international organizations/associations for CECs/CEUs.

Click here to learn more about the Online Certified Posture Specialist (CPS) Certificate

Click here to learn more about the Online Certified Resistance Training Professional (RTP) Certificate

Description:

This two day onsite workshop developed by the National Posture Institute (NPI) teaches personal trainers/group instructors (Aerobic/Strength/TRX/Pilates/Yoga etc…) and allied health/medical professionals to assess and educate their clients/patients in all areas of posture and body alignment.

Participants will be educated in the following:

• Attendees will learn how to implement this essential key assessment into their facility or organizations current health and exercise testing program
• Learn how to implement a Posture and Body Alignment Assessment Program that will lead to a larger client/patient/membership base for yourself and your company
• Reviews how poor posture and body alignment develop and evaluates the anatomical structures of the vertebral column and other extremities using a Posture and Body Alignment Grid, client/patient evaluation sheet, and NPI’s Posture Assessment Software.
• Teaches a systematic process to correct alignment, reverse patterns, improve posture, relieve back pain and train people cognitive methods via the Four Points of Posture™ and exercise/non-exercise movements
• Teaches specific upper, core, and lower body resistance training exercises designed to correct posture and body alignment

• This workshop prepares attendees to receive the National Posture Institute's-Certified Posture Specialist™ (CPS™), Certified Resistance Training Professional (RTP™) and Certified Goniometry Specialist™ (CGS™) Designation.

This workshop is 60% lecture and 40% interactive hands-on training. A hands-on practical approach is used for demonstrations and experiential learning in small group settings. Attendees that want to have their posture assessed should wear tank-tops, sleeveless t-shirts, or sports bras and shorts above the knee.  Participants will receive a complimentary workshop packet that includes various forms and documents to help you to implement posture and body alignment assessments and training programs into your facility.

WORKSHOP FACULTY:

Ken Baldwin is a full-time Associate Professor, Certified Posture Specialist™, and the Executive Director for The National Posture Institute (NPI).  Ken is the Senior Editor, content expert, and lead author for ACSM’s Resources for the Personal Trainer Textbook (2nd Edition), former Chair of IDEA’s National Personal Trainer Committee, and served on national committees with organizations that include the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), AAHPERD, and the Medical Fitness Association (MFA).  He’s been awarded Boston’s Best Personal Trainer three times and is the Recipient of IDEA’s National Personal Trainer of the Year Award.