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Stretch Asia AIs Stretching Professional Certification


PROFESSIONAL AIS Stretching Certification

Introduction

Stretch Asia offers 2 certification courses in practitioner-assisted Active Isolated Stretching (AIS).

  • The AIS PROFESSIONAL Stretching Certification consists of 70 hours of training
  • The AIS SPECIALIST Stretching Certification consists of  30 video tutorials + 15 hours of hands-on practice.

We are also preparing an Active Stretch Certification course for class instructors. If you are interested in this course, leave us a message so we can let you know when this course is available.

Whether you want to learn to stretch yourself, teach AIS Active Stretching in a group class or assist others on a one-to-one basis, we have a course for you.

Pre-requisites

Stretch Asia's AIS Stretching PROFESSIONAL Certification requires a fair level of Anatomy and Physiology.

It is more suitable to graduates of a health/fitness related degree, personal trainers, physical therapists, bodyworkers and fitness coaches who want to assist others.

If you do not have such a professional background, we recommend you study Anatomy and Physiology prior to the start of the course. It will help you understand what muscles you are learning to stretch and how the stretch affects the rest of the body.

Course objectives

During this course, you will learn both the theory and the practical aspects of Active Isolated Stretching.

By the end of the course, you will understand and be able to communicate what Active Isolated Stretching is and how it works and be proficient at giving Assisted Stretching treatments to clients.

The course will enhance your skills in practitioner-assisted AIS Stretching and will enable you to achieve significantly greater results with your patients or clients. This is the most comprehensive course in Active Assisted Isolated Stretching available in Asia. As a trainer or bodyworker, the knowledge you will acquire will set you apart, as AIS is one of the most effective and safest forms of stretching to date.

Upon graduation, should you pass with flying colours, we will give you the opportunity to do an internship at Stretch Asia, for a period of 3- 6 months, during which you will be able to build your experience with clients.

Ideally, you will go on and work at Stretch Asia for a longer period of time, to refine your skills and continue your education in more advanced techniques, on the job, treating specific symptoms and learning more about the biomechanics of the human body.

Stretch Asia is the only studio in Asia solely dedicated to Active Isolated Stretching and Strengthening. The power of our team of highly experienced therapists is here for you to tap into, to become the best AIS Stretch Trainer you can be.

Training

This intensive training will teach you the correct AIS protocols. These protocols were developed by Aaron Mattes, the founder of Active Isolated Stretching. You will learn how to best apply them.

The course is very hands-on. You will learn Active Assisted Isolated Stretching in a kinesthetic way.

We will stretch you so you know exactly what it feels like. Under the guidance of our certified therapists, you will practice with fellow participants and team members. You are welcome to invite friends and family members to practice with you.

Stretch Asia's AIS Assisted Stretching PROFESSIONAL Certification Course consists of:

5 days (35 – 40 hrs) of intensive hands-on training with a Master Trainer and their assistants, in a small group setting of 2-6 participants.

20 - 30 hrs of supervised practice with fellow participants and training assistants

20 logged supervised practice sessions with volunteers

Observation of our team of experienced therapists working with clients

Final Assessment: written test and practical examination.

Assessment

To conclude the course,  we will assess you in all areas of Active Isolated Stretching.

You will take a brief written test on anatomy and physiology just so we can confirm your knowledge as it is so important for your certification.

A practical test will be conducted on both our Team Leader and our Studio Manager.

Finally, you will receive an evaluation and constructive feedback for your future progress.

Certification

Upon graduation, you will receive a certificate of successful completion of the course, displaying the number of training hours along with the practice you have logged in.

You will also be listed on our website, as a certified AIS Stretch Professional.

 

Internship (optional)

Following the course, a 3-6 month internship at Stretch Asia is a possibility. This opportunity will be given to successful candidates we deem suitable to work under the Stretch Asia brand.

During this internship, should you be selected, you will provide your services to Stretch Asia clients. These sessions will constitute some of the experience you will need to acquire before working as an AIS Stretch Professional.

Fees

The cost for The AIS Assisted Stretching Certification is HK$ 48,000 (USD 6,000) and must be settled in full prior to the start of the course. We accept cash, bank transfer and credit card  payments - Visa, Master Card and American Express.

You will need to purchase The Active Isolated Stretching - The Mattes Method book prior to the start of the course. It can be purchased online or at the studio (HKD 550).

In order to best prepare for this course, you will have access to 30 videos that we recommend you watch prior to the start of the course.

Tentative Course dates

  • July 2025
  • January 2026

Register your interest

If you are interested in training with us,  register your interest below with your preferred course dates :

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July 2025
January 2026

We are looking forward to welcoming you at Stretch Asia.