Hands-on DNS Exercise course practice at Elevate LDN, City of London

Health and Fitness Professional Training Courses in London

Fitness professional courses in London, hosted at our private studio on Lombard Street in the City of London. Currently offering the DNS Exercise series, certified by the Prague School of Rehabilitation. CPD courses for personal trainers, physiotherapists, chiropractors and movement professionals.

Prague School Certified Internationally recognised
City of London 3 min from Bank station
Hands-On Learning Theory and practical combined

2026 Professional Training Course Schedule

Three courses building from foundation to certification. Complete all three and pass the practical exams to earn the Certified DNS Exercise Trainer (DNSET) title from the Prague School of Rehabilitation.

Courses run in rolling cohorts. The schedule below shows the next available date for each part. If you are starting from scratch, begin with Part I regardless of its position in the calendar.

9th-10th May 2026 Next up

DNS Exercise Course Part II

Build on Part I foundations with higher developmental positions, resistance integration, and sport-specific DNS applications. Prerequisite: DNS Exercise Part I or DNS Practitioner Course A.

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27th-28th June 2026

DNS Exercise Course Part III

The final stage in the DNS Exercise series. Advanced clinical applications, athletic pathology case studies, and the practical certification exam. Prerequisites: Parts I and II.

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21st-22nd November 2026 Start here

DNS Exercise Course Part I

The starting point. Learn the core principles of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation: developmental kinesiology, breathing mechanics, joint centration, and corrective exercise. No prerequisites.

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Prague School of Rehabilitation

What Is DNS?

DNS is a diagnostic, treatment and movement training system developed by Professor Pavel Kolar at the Prague School of Rehabilitation. It is built on the principle of developmental kinesiology: the study of how human motor skills evolve from infancy and how those innate movement patterns can be restored in adults.

The system has gained significant international recognition and is used by clinicians and trainers worldwide. DNS has applications across the full spectrum, from low-threshold rehabilitation to elite sports performance. Our fitness professional courses in London cover the complete DNS Exercise certification pathway.

As a DNS-certified professional, you will be equipped to assess movement quality, identify dysfunction, and design corrective programmes that address the root cause rather than the symptom. The principles carry over to every aspect of training, from core exercise selection to coaching compound lifts, yoga poses, or sport-specific movements.

DNS instructor coaching quadruped developmental position during a course at Elevate LDN

The Certification Pathway

The Certified DNS Exercise Trainer (DNSET) qualification is awarded by the Prague School of Rehabilitation. Complete all three parts, pass an online theory exam after Part II, and pass a practical exam at the end of Part III to earn your certification. Part I must be completed at least 12 months before taking the practical exam.

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Part I

Core principles, developmental kinesiology, breathing mechanics, and foundational positions.

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Part II

Higher positions, resistance integration, and sport-specific DNS applications.

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Part III

Athletic pathology, advanced case studies, and the practical certification exam.

DNSET

Certified DNS Exercise Trainer, awarded by the Prague School of Rehabilitation.

Who Are These Courses For?

The DNS Exercise series is designed for qualified health and fitness professionals who want to deepen their understanding of movement, assessment, and corrective exercise.

Personal Trainers
Physiotherapists
Chiropractors
Osteopaths
Yoga Teachers
Pilates Instructors
Movement Coaches
Exercise Physiologists
Course attendees practising DNS floor exercises in pairs at Elevate LDN studio

What Past Attendees Say

5.0 (41 reviews)

“As a clinical Pilates teacher, I thought I understood movement, but DNS completely reshaped how I assess and guide clients. It gave me a clearer understanding of neuromuscular control, allowing me to see beyond surface-level compensations. Practical, immediately applicable, and truly transformative.”

Adriana Piekarewicz Clinical Pilates Instructor, Complete Pilates London

“DNS changed the lens through which I look at exercise selection, forcing me to question why I put a client into a given position and how I address the foundational movements relevant to that individual.”

Rohan Forbes-O'Neill Personal Trainer, Third Space London

“The DNS course opened a new approach to visualising and testing movement dysfunction. It is a useful clinical tool for understanding movement patterns and explaining their causation.”

Razvan Chiropractor, London Healthcare Clinic

“DNS gave me a fresh perspective on how muscles are interlinked. The root cause of a problem may not be at the pain point. DNS addresses an inside-out approach to create core stabilisation in a more sustainable way.”

Nokkie Movement Coach, Thailand

“The tools and assessment strategies can genuinely be implemented the very next day. I would strongly recommend this seminar to any practitioner looking to refine their assessment skills and enhance their clinical results.”

Andrea Fois Chiropractor, Hackney Chiropractic London

“The response I receive both physically and psychologically from each patient is remarkable. DNS practice for everyone is non-negotiable. I cannot recommend the course highly enough.”

Tina Hall Chiropractor, Bodymatters Motion, Dorset

Frequently Asked Questions

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The next DNS Exercise Part I course is in November 2026.

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