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The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity. www.cimspa.co.uk

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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 16/09/2026
CIMSPA Conference 2027 Key Theme: Health and Active Wellbeing 🧠 We will explore how our sector and allied healthcare professionals can collaborate more efficiently to deliver better outcomes. Secure your place at the conference today loom.ly/t28arhQ
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 26/08/2026
“Why does CIMSPA call people practitioners? And why don’t we see job adverts for practitioners?” In his latest blog, CIMSPA's Colin Huffen FCIMSPA (Chartered) discusses the difference between your professional status and your job title, and what a 'practitioner' actually means ⬇️
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What’s in a name? Explaining CIMSPA’s professional status definitions.
“Why does CIMSPA call people practitioners? And why don’t we see job adverts for practitioners?” CIMSPA That was the question recently put to my boss. The big boss.
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 12/08/2026
As an employer, one of your main priorities is ensuring that your staff feel supported and recognised in their roles. Weights & Cakes invest in professional status to support their team with a clear development pathway. Learn more about becoming an Employer Partner: loom.ly/WpAeGn8
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 05/08/2026
We're well into the summer holidays, and young people are volunteering their time on work placements up and down the country ☀️ Refresh your mind with our guidance on how to make the most out of placements for you and your volunteer: loom.ly/4cmPRqo
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 15/07/2026
Professional status isn't just a badge. It's recognition of your knowledge, skills, experience and commitment to professional excellence. Stand out to employers. Build confidence with clients. Show the sector what you're capable of and gain your status 👉 loom.ly/gyz17Mo
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 14/07/2026
The sport and physical activity local skills plan for Lincolnshire has been published. Created with local organisations, the plan will support the current and future sector workforce through identified skills improvement areas. View the plan: loom.ly/oX2-pl0 Funded by Sport England
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 07/07/2026
Being a professional means investing in your development – and your CIMSPA membership is here to support you ⭐ CIMSPA's eLearning platform, SkillGate, has lots of free online learning opportunities, keeping your learning ticking along. Find our list of recommended courses: loom.ly/zVzjoLI
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 03/07/2026
Businesses in the Tees Valley are getting ahead of workforce needs. Find out how Tees Active has created a talent pipeline in the latest edition of Move Professional 👇 loom.ly/KNd6A-w
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 30/06/2026
We are looking for individuals to join the Workforce Governance and Registration Scheme Advisory Board ✍️ We welcome applications from those with diverse skills & experiences, who want to improve standards, governance & public trust within sport & physical activity: loom.ly/F6Ifz8c
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 23/06/2026
The sport and physical activity local skills plan for Buckinghamshire has been published. Created with local organisations, the plan will support the sector workforce in the area through identified skill improvement areas, workforce challenges and priorities. View the plan: loom.ly/N0hegrE
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 27/05/2026
The sport & physical activity local skills plan for Cambridgeshire & Peterborough has been published. Created with local stakeholders, the plan will support the local workforce through identified skills improvement areas, workforce challenges and priorities. View the plan: loom.ly/2n705cI
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 26/05/2026
All of our education partners are quality assured to ensure that they are providing the best learner experience for our sector workforce ⭐ Learners can use our quality assurance framework to help you make a confident and informed decision. More info here: loom.ly/cDqUtV4
Graphic containing 'CIMSPA Quality Assurance in the centre with a wheel around the outside, noting the three pillars of the CIMSPA quality assurance framework: quality of education, marketing and promotion, and learner journey.
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 22/05/2026
Investing in our people ⭐ After completing her Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management, CIMSPA Workforce Development Manager Dani Halsall reflects on her learning and how she has developed professionally: #LearningAtWorkWeek
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Adding personal value: celebrating Learning at Work Week - CIMSPA
Workforce Development Manager Dani Halsall discusses her apprenticeship and what it was like balancing it alongside her full-time role.
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 20/05/2026
It's #LearningAtWorkWeek, the perfect time for you to choose your next CPD course ⭐ We have collated 5 CPD courses all around supporting individuals with behaviour change. Take your next step in your professional journey: loom.ly/X7foo4A
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 19/05/2026
The sport and physical activity local skills plan for the Black Country has been published. Created with local stakeholders, it identifies skills improvement areas, workforce challenges and priorities for Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton. Read the plan: loom.ly/kylLai8
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 18/05/2026
CIMSPA partners can now sign up to our next partner-exclusive webinar 💻 "Protecting Your People: Business Insurance Essentials for 2026" will take place on Wednesday 20 May ⭐ To register, CIMSPA partners can get in touch with their main CIMSPA contact to sign up 📥
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 07/05/2026
Partner Webinar: Protecting Your People: Business Insurance Essentials for 2026 ⭐ On 20 May, we’ll look at the risks that arise when someone is no longer able to work. CIMSPA partners can get in touch with their main CIMSPA contact or look out for an email to sign up 📥
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 05/05/2026
Elections are taking place all over the country this week - but what are you actually voting for? Find out more about Thursday's national and local elections, where voting is taking place and how it can influence the sport and physical activity sector: loom.ly/jsm7Lk0
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 01/05/2026
In recognition of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek this month, we are joined by Mind for our next member webinar on Friday 22 May 💻 Ben will guide you through the Safe and Effective Practice Toolkit, whilst highlighting the importance of professional boundaries. Sign up through your member dashboard ⭐
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 24/04/2026
Alongside UK Anti-Doping, we're supporting Clean Sport Week on 11-17 May 🏅 This year, Clean Sport Week is shining a light on the risk of IPEDs, and making sure young people know the facts. Find out more and get involved: loom.ly/ad21nks
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 22/04/2026
The Media, Culture and Sport Committee has published it's report for 'Game on: Community and School Sport', following an inquiry which set out to understand current school and community sport provision. Find out more and hear from CIMSPA's Natasha Schofield: loom.ly/uNhg8nc
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 20/04/2026
The sport and physical activity local skills plan for Birmingham and Solihull has been published. Created with local organisations, the plan will support the current and future sector workforce in the area, through identified skills improvement areas. View the plan: loom.ly/c5hceio
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 20/04/2026
Trusted, endorsed, and quality assured. Designed by our education partners, CIMSPA-endorsed courses align to industry needs and professional standards, ensuring that you can be confident in the training you choose. Find your next training opportunity: loom.ly/YUGDw_E
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 10/04/2026
ukactive have released the UK Health and Fitness Market Report 2026, which finds that more and more people are now visiting facilities for longevity and their physical health. Read our response below:
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A record amount of people are using facilities to become physically active - CIMSPA
CIMSPA comment on the latest findings from the UK Health and Fitness Market Report 2026.
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 08/04/2026
Trusted, endorsed, and quality assured. All courses that CIMSPA endorse are quality assured and supports professional recognition in the sport and physical activity sector ⭐ Find out more about CIMSPA endorsement: loom.ly/W1lN2pU
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Endorsement - CIMSPA
Quality-assured training that supports professional recognition The Education and Career Development Team works in partnership with Awarding Organisations, Training Providers, Further and Higher Education institutions, and Sport Governing Bodies to endorse qualifications and continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities that meet employer -led professional standards. Through CIMSPA endorsement, we support the sport and physical activity sector …
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 03/04/2026
The CIMSPA team will be back in the office on Tuesday 6 April after the bank holiday. If you need further support regarding your professional status, please head to our Support Hub: loom.ly/tzhGS7Q
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 02/04/2026
The sport and physical activity local skills plan for Tees Valley has been published. Created with local stakeholders, the plan will identify skills improvement areas, workforce challenges and priorities. View the plan: loom.ly/9K_ffT8 Funded by @sport-england-se.bsky.social
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 31/03/2026
The Employment Rights Act 2025: What you need to know ✍️ The first in a new series of partner exclusive webinars, John Wood from Knights Plc will be talking through the key changes in employment law rolling out in 2026. CIMSPA partners can register through their recently received email 📥
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 30/03/2026
With a professional status issued from CIMSPA, you have the right to use post-nominal letters ⭐ They help other sectors and professions understand an individual's value, experience and excellence. Remember to use MCIMSPA or FCIMSPA depending on your professional status category!
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 27/03/2026
The Government have recently expanded the Youth Guarantee scheme, aiming to help tackle the youth unemployment challenge. Read more about the tools that will help you as an employer to support young people find or develop their career in the sport and physical activity sector ⬇️
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Government support for recruitment
The UK government has a number of initiatives to help you to recruit and support the careers of young talent.
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 24/03/2026
From Monday 6 April, the way that self-employed individuals manage their tax will be changing. Refresh yourself with all of the Making Tax Digital information, including who this affects and how to submit your records: loom.ly/W5an9dA
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This Girl Can @thisgirlcanuk.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
We teamed up with @ukactive.bsky.social to create a new Safer Spaces to Move guide on preventing and addressing sexual harassment and intimidation. Read the full story. bit.ly/3Pgc8iw
A person practicing boxing in a gym setting next to a punching bag. The image features text about the "Safer Spaces to Move" guide from UK Active, highlighting the importance of moving from policy to practice. Logos of "This Girl Can" and "UK Active" are visible.A pink and purple background with a white square containing a quote. The quote discusses the impact of "Safer Spaces to Move" on addressing harassment through codes of conduct, staff training, and guidance. Below, a name and title: Gabriella Macis, Marketing Manager at Gymbox.A quote is displayed on a blue background with white text: "Safer Spaces to Move has provided us with fresh perspectives and practical tools, enhancing our staff's confidence and deepening organisational understanding of how to maintain proactive safety measures." Below the quote, it is attributed to Jill Davidson, Head of Marketing, Communications & Sales at Edinburgh Leisure.This image shows a promotional flyer for a new guide on practical communication tools. It features a thumbnail of the guide with images of people engaging in fitness activities, like dancing and yoga. There is a prominent download button and the text highlights building trust with facility users. The colours are bright and inviting, with a focus on the content and images from the guide.
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 16/03/2026
The Department for Work and Pensions have announced a ‘major employment drive’ for young people. Read more about the announcements, what it means for our sector and how our work with the DWP has already supported young people in finding meaningful careers : loom.ly/xl21fWA
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 16/03/2026
In a recent survey, only 18% of women said their workplace has a menopause policy in place. Our next member webinar on Friday 27 March will explore how workplaces can better support staff within the menopause demographic. Sign up for 'Supporting Menopause in Practice' on your member dashboard 💻
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 12/03/2026
Your next edition of Move Professional is here! 🗞️ You will find advice on AI and discuss exercise referral alongside how our sector roles interact with medical care. We also share the stories of professionals from Pilates, dance, personal training and management. Open via your dashboard ⭐
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 12/03/2026
Collaborating to create a high-quality representative sport and physical activity workforce in Derby and Derbyshire 🤝 Hear from members of the Derby and Derbyshire Local Skills Accountability Board about how the plan will impact the area ➡️ Read the plan 👉 loom.ly/HrwEAs0
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 11/03/2026
Data that influenced the Derby and Derbyshire Local Skills Plan 🔢 In Derbyshire, 4.5% of under 25s are unemployed. Find out how the local sport and physical activity sector plan to tackle this: loom.ly/C0aGHxg
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 10/03/2026
The sport and physical activity local skills plan for Derby and Derbyshire has been published. The plan will support the current and future workforce in the area, through identified skills improvement areas, workforce challenges and priorities. View the plan: loom.ly/HrwEAs0
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 09/03/2026
Save the date: the CIMSPA Conference returns on Thursday 6 May 2027 🔵🟢 We are bringing Connecting the Dots to CBS Arena in Coventry - we can't wait to see you there! 👋 #CIMSPA2027
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 04/03/2026
CIMSPA is the guardian of a single professional and apprenticeship standards framework for the sport and physical activity sector They outline the minimum knowledge and skills an individual must understand and demonstrate for. occupations and job roles in the sector: loom.ly/oxkdPOY
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 26/02/2026
This #CharteredWeek, we are celebrating our chartered sport and physical activity professionals ⭐ Karl Hayes FCIMSPA (Chartered) discusses his chartered status and what it means to him professionally 🗣️
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 24/02/2026
"It's an important status to hold" ⭐ Chartered status is a mark of distinction awarded to those who have demonstrated true excellence, innovation and impact within their field. Hear about Clare's chartered journey 🗣️ #CharteredWeek
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 18/02/2026
Unemployment has risen to 5.2% in the three months to December 2025, the highest level seen in the UK since early 2021. Collaboration between professional bodies, employers and employment services becomes increasingly important. Read more and hear from Natasha Schofield MCIMSPA ⬇️
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Rising unemployment reinforces importance of clear career pathways - CIMSPA
The latest labour market figures published today by the Office for National Statistics show unemployment rising to 5.2% in the three months to December 2025, the highest level seen in the UK since early 2021.
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 17/02/2026
Did you know that 13 million people in the UK are currently peri or menopausal? With physical activity and keeping active helping to manage menopause symptoms, we’ve featured five endorsed courses to support clients through this life stage: loom.ly/Z33MC8I
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 16/02/2026
NHS England have released the next episode of their podcast series, which discusses how we can integrate more physical activity across the NHS 🗣️ This episode focuses on how physical activity can support people to prepare for or recover from cancer treatment or surgery ➡️ loom.ly/kMvgMTw
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 13/02/2026
Sector collaboration across Doncaster 🤝 See how members of the Liverpool City Region Local Skills Accountability Board think that the new local skills plan will support their community 👉
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 12/02/2026
Your February Member Exclusive Webinar is: Stepping into Management with Confidence ⭐ Gain insights into the challenges of transitioning to a leadership role and learn how to lead with authenticity and confidence. Watch live at 10am on Friday 27 February. Sign up via your member dashboard! 💻
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 11/02/2026
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Trevor Pearce CBE QPM as our new Chair of the Board of Trustees. Find out more about Trevor: loom.ly/nc_hv7g
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 11/02/2026
Data that guided the Doncaster Sport and Physical Activity Local Skills Plan 🔢 There is a £9.3billion saving in healthcare costs through physical activity in the area. Read more about the plan: loom.ly/I7W0ulo
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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 10/02/2026
The sport and physical activity local skills plan for Doncaster has been published. The plan aims to support the current and future workforce in the area, through identified skills improvement areas, workforce challenges and priorities. View the plan: loom.ly/SwfoYlw
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