Movement Science Practitioner · Comera Movement Science
The Female Performance Course: The Menstrual Cycle
The Menstrual Cycle module is the foundational unit in the Female Performance Course series, developed by Shapesmith Performance in partnership with Comera Movement Science. A focused online CPD unit providing a structured understanding of the menstrual cycle in the context of female athletic perfor
Course facts
- Format
- eLearning
- Access
- Online, start any time - sign-in details by email once you've paid
About the course
Overview
The Menstrual Cycle module is the foundational unit in the Female Performance Course series, developed by Shapesmith Performance in partnership with Comera Movement Science. A focused online CPD unit providing a structured understanding of the menstrual cycle in the context of female athletic performance.
Who it’s for
For coaches, physiotherapists, strength and conditioning practitioners, sports scientists, and multidisciplinary support teams working with female athletes at any level. Also suitable for female athletes themselves who want a grounded understanding of their own physiology.
What you’ll learn
- The physiology of the menstrual cycle and its phases
- How the cycle influences training response, recovery, and performance
- Evidence-informed approaches to cycle-aware training and support
- Common myths, pitfalls, and gaps in cycle-related coaching practice
- Practical applications for coaching, therapy, and athlete-support contexts
- Foundation content for the wider Female Performance Course series
Delivered by
Developed by Shapesmith Performance in partnership with Comera Movement Science. Led by Performance Fellow and Strength & Conditioning Coach Jack Davies, with expert input from Sports Scientist Dr. Matthew Hancock.
Outcomes
On completion you’ll have a grounded, evidence-informed understanding of the menstrual cycle and its implications for female athletic performance — the foundation for cycle-aware coaching, therapy, and support practice.
How it's delivered
Self-paced eLearning: start straight away and work through it at your own pace, on a computer, tablet or phone. Your sign-in details are emailed once you've paid. My account > Your eLearning shows how long your access lasts, and lets you extend it.