Stretching has exploded in popularity in recent years, and for good reason: better flexibility can improve mobility and range of motion, while reducing pain and the chance of injury. As a Stretching and Flexibility Coach, you’ll learn how to guide your clients to improve their flexibility safely and effectively. Includes chapters on the anatomy of stretching, the science of fascia, flexibility assessments, flexibility program design, and more.

When you choose NASM to become a Stretching and Flexibility Coach, you’ll get access to:

• • World-class fitness & nutrition experts

• • Peer-reviewed content from the brightest minds in the industry

• • State-of-the-art digital learning platform designed to meet multiple learning styles

• • A curriculum that is consistently reviewed and updated with the most up-to-date material available

SECTION 1: Introduction to Stretching and Flexibility

Chapter 1: Introduction to Integrated Flexibility
Understand the rationale for integrated stretching and identify for whom it provides the most benefit for.

Chapter 2: Scope of Practice
This chapter provides an overview for identifying appropriate and ethical behavior with regard to application of integrated stretching. Determine when to refer out to another professional.

• • 3 Infographics

• • 3 Videos

SECTION 2: Science and Anatomy

Chapter 3: The Science of Flexibility and Stretching
Understand the spectrum of flexibility as it pertains to different tissue types and systems. Describe the motor behavior as it pertains to stretching.

Chapter 4: The Anatomy and Kinesiology of Fascia
Learn the foundational concepts of fascial anatomy and identify the locations of the fascial nets.

• • 3 Infographics

• • 21 Videos

SECTION 3: Communication and Client Assessments

Chapter 5: Communication and Building Rapport
Apply leading techniques for establishing rapport and trust with clients. Communicate the various benefits and procedures related to integrated stretching plans to clients.

Chapter 6: Assessment
Understand the routine intake procedures and assessments used for integrated stretching programming. Explain the reassessment process after the application of integrated stretching techniques.

• • 4 Videos

• • 2 Printable Handouts

SECTION 4: Techniques and Program Design

Chapter 7: Integrated Assisted Stretching Techniques
This chapter overview interprets client response, both physical and emotional, to integrated stretching techniques. explain traction and perpetual movement as integral to integrated stretching techniques.

Chapter 8: Self-Stretching Techniques
Understand the role of self-stretching in an integrated stretching program. Describe self-stretching options appropriate for most clients.

Chapter 9: Flexibility Program Design
Determine appropriate stretching techniques and their frequency based on client assessment results. Describe reassessment approach and resulting program design changes.

• • 1 Infographic

• • 2 Videos

Final Exam

After the completion of the course, you will take an online final exam from the comfort of your own home, or wherever you prefer to take tests, that consists of 100 questions. Each question will be multiple-choice. The exam is timed and cannot exceed 90 minutes. To pass, you need a score of 70% or higher. Don’t fret though, if you score below that, you have up to 3 attempts to pass.

NASM’s online program makes becoming a Stretching and Flexibility Coach as easy and convenient as can be. By completing the self-guided study materials at your own pace, you can become a Stretching and Flexibility Coach and begin working with clients in as little as 2 weeks.

To become an NASM Stretching and Flexibility Coach, you simply have to:

• 1) Register in the NASM SFC program.

• 2) Complete the self-guided online study materials in your own time from the comfort of home.

• 3) Pass the certification exam.

After completing the study materials, you’ll take an online exam to become a Stretching and Flexibility Coach. This exam features:

• • 100 multiple-choice questions

• • 90 minutes to complete

• • Open-book format

• • 70% required to pass

• • 3 test attempts included