Frequently Asked Questions
Is functional fitness safe for children?
The simple answer is YES! Functional fitness is not just about building massive muscles or lifting heavy weights, but about enhancing overall strength, flexibility, balance and coordination to make daily tasks easier and reduce the risk of injuries. For a child, this means being able to climb, jump, carry things and play with their friends without getting tired too quickly. At GT Fitness and Wellbeing, our exercises mimic these real-life movements and train the body to function efficiently in various situations that occur throughout the day. So next time you want your child to help you carry in the shopping, remember GT Fitness and Wellbeing can help your child to lift that load!
What training and qualifications do coaches have?
Our coaches all have professional teaching qualifications, additional training in SEND and a minimum of a Level 3 fitness instructor/personal training qualification. All programmes are supervised by our founding director Gideon Forbes and you can find out more about his training and qualifications here.
What are your safeguarding procedures?
GT Fitness and Wellbeing has its own safeguarding policy but we also ensure we follow all safeguarding procedures of each setting we work with. All coaches have up-to-date enhanced DBS checks. If you would like to see a copy of any of our policies, please get in touch using our Contact page.
Do you carry out a risk assessment?
At GT Fitness and Wellbeing, some elements of our risk assessment are consistent across all settings but we also recognise that the needs of each individual and their setting can vary. This may impact on some aspects of risk management which is why our risk assessments are individualised for each setting and individual we work with. If you would like a copy of the risk assessment in place for your/your child’s sessions, please ask your coach.
How much do sessions cost?
Our prices can vary depending on individual requirements but you can see an overview of what we charge on our Prices page.
Where do sessions take place?
Our sessions can take place online or in-person. All face-to-face sessions take place in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. In some circumstances we will travel to you depending on location. Travel costs may apply.
Our online option can offer greater flexibility and we currently support clients online throughout the UK.
Do we need any equipment?
Not at all, we come with everything we think we will need for the session.
If you still have unanswered questions, get in touch today and we’d be happy to answer them!