Mobility That Matters | 1.6 CEUs

Stretching and Flexibility Coach

Expand your impact with mobility expertise. This specialization trains you to enhance flexibility, reduce injury risk, and boost performance, making you a go-to resource for recovery.

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$37.00 $29.00 /month

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Course Details

Course Description

Enhance your fitness career by specializing in individualized flexibility training, helping clients achieve greater mobility, range of motion, and injury prevention. This course teaches you to create safe and effective stretching routines, enabling clients to feel more mobile and pain-free. Master both assisted and self-stretching techniques and gain a deep understanding of muscle and tissue structure to optimize flexibility training. Capitalize on the growing popularity of stretching to expand your business.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. Although the course is primarily intended for personal trainers, fitness coaches, massage therapists and other fitness/health professionals, it is not a requirement to take the course.

Course Sections

Section 1: Introduction to Stretching and Flexibility
Section 2: Science and Anatomy
Section 3: Communication and Client Assessments
Section 4: Techniques and Program Design

Exam Details

You have 365 days from your date of purchase to pass your exam. After completing the course, you will take a timed online exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%; if you do not, you have up to three attempts to reach this requirement.

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  • Stretching and Flexibility Coach

    Exclusive Offer

    $29.00 / Monthly

    $37.00 *$49 down + 12 payments

    20% OFF

    • Pay in full
    • 4 monthly payments
    • 12 monthly payments
    • 17 monthly payments

    • COURSE INCLUDES

      • 100% Online & Self-Paced Program
      • Instructional Videos & Downloadable Resources
      • Practice Quizzes & Exam
      • Earn 1.6 CEUs
      • Flexible Payment Options Available
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If you have any additional questions about membership, check out the NASM FAQ page or contact us today 1-800-460-6276!

Why should I choose NASM to become a Stretching and Flexibility Coach?

As one of the most trusted sources of fitness training certifications in the world, NASM is a distinguished name that will stand out to fitness employers. When you choose NASM to become a Stretching and Flexibility Coach, you'll get access to world-class fitness experts, your top choice of gyms to work for, and much more:

  • Peer-Reviewed Content from the Brightest Minds in the Industry

  • State-of-the-Art Digital Learning Platform

  • Programs Designed to Meet Multiple Learning Styles

  • 35+ Years of Experience Training Fitness Professionals

  • 1.9M+ Fitness Professionals Trained

  • 100+ Countries with NASM Fitness and Coach Professionals

  • 14K+ Gym & Health Club Partnerships

Are there any prerequisites for the Stretching and Flexibility Coach program?

A fitness credential is recommended, but not required, for the Stretching and Flexibility Coach program. NASM offers a wide variety of nutrition programs that can help to augment and prepare you for this program.

How long does it take to complete the Stretching and Flexibility Coach course?

You can complete your Stretching and Flexibility Coach in as few as two weeks. In addition to its interactive multimedia-rich content, learning tools, resources, and comprehensive study-planning guide, you can also receive assistance from NASM experts when questions arise.

What is a Stretching and Flexibility Coach?

A Stretching and Flexibility Coach is a specialist who creates personalized stretching programs to prevent injury and increase the flexibility of clients. They are experts in progressing individuals to peak stretching performance.

Can I do this program while working full-time?

Absolutely! You can complete the Stretching and Flexibility Coach program while also working full-time. The study material is 100% online and self-paced, and can be accessed on a computer, or a mobile device such as a phone or tablet.

What's the NASM SFC exam like?

The Stretching and Flexibility Coach exam is taken online inside your customer portal. You'll have 365 days from the date of purchase, to study and complete the exam. This exam features:

  • 100 multiple-choice questions

  • 90 minutes to complete

  • Open-book format

  • 70% required to pass

  • Three exam attempts included

How many CEUs is this specialization worth?

This course is worth the following CEUs:

  • NASM: 1.6 CEUs

  • AFAA: 1.6 CEUs

What if I don't pass the NASM Stretching and Flexibility Coach exam?

Don't worry! You'll have three attempts to pass the exam, and you can purchase additional retests by calling Member Services at 1-800-460-6276.

Does the NASM Stretching and Flexibility Coach credential expire?

No. Once you pass the exam, your Stretching and Flexibility Coach credential with NASM will never expire.

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