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THE WORKOUTS
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What is SH1FT
SH1FT is a smart high intensity functional training format that includes SH1FT (bodyweight) and L1FT (resistance) workouts. A normal class is 30 mins long and can only be taught by an official SH1FT Instructor - someone who has passed the SH1FT 101 Coach Training Course and is qualified to deliver a safe and effective high intensity workout.
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What can I expect in a SH1FT / L1FT class?
You can expect to burn up to 500 calories while having fun! You'll move through the 6 Degrees of Freedom - up & down; side to side; forward & back plus bending side to side, forward and back, and twisting! Not only will you work up a sweat but you'll be building a foundation of functional fitness for life!
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Can anyone participate in a SH1FT / L1FT class?
Absolutely. SH1FT follows the guiding principle that hard work doesn't have to be hard on your body. SH1FT & L1FT classes are designed for everyone - from beginner to athlete - and are fully modifiable and progressive, so that no one gets left behind.
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I have an injury, can I still take a SH1FT / L1FT class?
It’s not recommended that people with an injury take part in SH1FT & L1FT. If you're currently injured, please consult with a medical professional and get cleared by them for a high intensity exercise before you take part in your first workout.
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SH1FT VIRTUAL COACH TRAINING
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What is SH1FT 101?
SH1FT 101 is SH1FT's Virtual Coach Training that allows fitness professionals to train in the SH1FT Formats and become a SH1FT Instructor from the comfort of their own home. SH1FT Instructors can teach SH1FT & L1FT in gyms, other fitness facilities and in the community, and use the official logos and other licensed materials as part of their professional credentials. -
How much does SH1FT 101 cost?
The SH1FT 101 Coach Course is just £149 within the UK or $169 USD outside the UK.
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What do I get when I sign-up to SH1FT 101?
When you sign up for the SH1FT 101 Instructor Training you'll get
- immediate access to the SH1FT Online Coach Portal and SH1FT Video Coach Manual to begin your training
- access to expert SH1FT Master Trainers for guidance throughout your training
- access to the SH1FT 101 & L1FT 101 Workouts
- a downloadable copy of the SH1FT Coach Manual (which is also optimised for e-readers)
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Are there any pre-requisites for SH1FT 101?
No. We recommend that you check with any facility you want to teach at as to their pre-requisites as many gyms or health clubs will have requirements in place that you must meet. However, it is not a requirement to have any pre-requisites to sign up to SH1FT.
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Do I need a smart phone to be a SH1FT Instructor?
Yes, SH1FT & L1FT Workouts are delivered from your iOS or Android smartphone. While you don't need to have signal to teach the class, you will need a phone or tablet to download the SH1FT App for use during class!
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Is there an assessment for SH1FT 101?
Yes, there is a short practical assessment for SH1FT which is done via a smartphone video for Virtual Trainees. The SH1FT Coach Portal has a video example of the assessment, and you are given all the information you need to complete the assessment from the minute you sign up. If you have any concerns about the asssessment, please contact [email protected] and an expert Master Trainer will be happy to talk you through it!
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I’ve done SH1FT 101 – am I able to teach SH1FT & L1FT?
You need to be a SQUAD Member to deliver SH1FT & L1FT Workouts.
Once you have successfully passed your SH1FT Assessment, you’ve obtained the status of SH1FT Graduate you are eligible to join SQUAD for just £9.99.
Once you are of officaily a member of Squad you are able to fully utilise the trademarked SH1FT branding and will have access to the one-of-a-kind SH1FT App to deliver workouts in any environment, be it at the gym or in the community.
SH1FT Graduates can cancel and join SQUAD any time - your status never expires. In addition, as part of SQUAD you will have access to the online SH1FT Coach Portal at SH1FTfitness.com.
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Does my SH1FT 101 certificate ever expire?
No, once you've completed SH1FT 101 and become a SH1FT Graduate your SH1FT Certificate and status never expires.
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Is SH1FT available in my country?
Yes. SH1FT Virtual Coach Training is available worldwide. Training is only currently available in English, so we recommend having a proficient level of Engligh to take part in the Course. But once you are qualified, you can teach SH1FT in any language you like, in any country of your choosing!
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SH1FT SQUAD
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What is SQUAD?
SQAUD is SH1FT monthly membership, which gives you status as a SH1FT Instructor and allows you to teach SH1FT & L1FT Workouts.
SQUAD Benefts include:
- Official SH1FT Coach status
- Unlimited access to the SH1FT App, including the right to deliver all existing SH1FT & L1FT workouts
- A new workout every month, added automatically to the App
- Unlimited access to the SH1FT online Coach Portal, which includes instructional videos and educational content for every workout
- Right to use the SH1FT branding to promote yourself and your workouts
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How do I sign up for SQUAD?
You will automatially be able to sign up for SH1FT Squad after succesfully completing the SH1FT 101 Coach Training Course.
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Is SQUAD mandatory?
No, once you've completed the SH1FT 101 Coach Training Course you're under no obligation to join SQUAD. However, you won't be able to access the Coach Portal, or access the Instructor-only workouts on the App, or deliver SH1FT & L1FT classes until you have joined SQUAD.
Unlike other fitness formats, SH1FT operates an all or nothing approach. If you are a member of SQUAD you have access to the entire SH1FT catalogue – including all workouts – at no extra cost. And because workouts are delivered using the SH1FT App, you can be sure that anyone teaching a class is a member of SQUAD and an official Instructor.
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How do I update my SQUAD billing information?
You can update your billing information and all your details in the Account Section of the SH1FT Coach Portal.
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Can I put my SQUAD account on hold?
At SH1FT we understand that there might be times when it makes sense for you to take a break– and we don’t think you should be penalised for it! You can leave SQUAD at any time with no further payments. In keeping with our “all or nothing” approach, you’ll lose your SH1FT Instructor status and the right to deliver SH1FT & L1FT workouts as well as access to the Coach Portal.
BUT – because we know you won’t be gone for long, you can rejoin SQUAD at any time to regain all the rights and benefts of being a SH1FT Instructor.
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How do I cancel my SQUAD Membership?
We hope you won't! But you can cancel your SQUAD membership through the Account area of the Coach Portal.
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What music do I use for SH1FT?
SH1FT Instructors are free to use choose whatever soundtrack they want! Check out SH1FT Fitness on Spotify for suggested playlist, or create your own using whatever music player you prefer! SH1FT Instructors are encouraged to create their own playlists and share on socials so that the SQUAD Members can crowdsource new beats!
If you have trouble with music licencing, we also have a number of royalty free playlists, available for free to all Instructors on the Coach Portal.
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THE SH1FT APP
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How do I download the SH1FT App?
Go to the relevant App store for your device and search for SH1FT (make sure you spell SH1FT with a 1).
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Can I use the SH1FT App offline?
Yes, you don't need a signal or connection to use the SH1FT App. You WILL need to make sure that new workouts have downloaded to the App before you can use them - so we recommend checking this while you have wifi or a data connection.
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Can I access the SH1FT App from multiple devices?
Yes, you can access SH1FT from multiple devices.
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How does my SH1FT content download onto the SH1FT App?
This happens automatically when you have wifi or a data connection.
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What happens if I can’t access the SH1FT App?
We provide you with a royalty free Download of SH1FT 101 for you to store on your phone for the unlikely event that you're unable to access the SH1FT App - this shouldn't happen if your payment details are kept up to date.
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What happens if my phone dies?
You won't be able to access the SH1FT App! We recommend that Instructors always carry a charger or a spare battery.
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