10807184Group Fitness Instructor Training
Course Information
Description
Prepares individuals to teach group fitness and take the American Council on Exercise National Exam. A comprehensive training pogrom which covers topics such as exercise physiology, anatomy, body mechanics, and safety, choreography development, and teach methodologies. Students have the option to earn MATC Instructor Certification.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Examine the bioenergetics of exercise and its importance in energy production
    Assessment Strategies
    in class discussion
    by completion of study guides
    on a written test
    Criteria
    you examine how the body produces energy
    you examine the components of the neuromuscular system
    you identify the physiological applications of the cardiorespiratory system
    you describe the acute responses to and benefits of aerobic exercise

  2. Examine the function and structure of the human body and how it responds to exercise
    Assessment Strategies
    in class discussion
    by completion of study guides
    on a written test
    Criteria
    you identify the major systems of the human body
    you identify the function of the body systems
    you comprehend the acute responses to exercise
    you comprehend the chronic responses to exercise

  3. Recognize the benefits of exercise and the role of the environment
    Assessment Strategies
    through completion of study guides
    in class discussion
    on a written test
    Criteria
    you cite the benefits of exercise for healthy people
    you cite the benefits of exercise for those people with chronic illness
    you identify the physiological changes that take place when exercise is performed in environmental extremes

  4. Explore the biomechanical principles of human movement
    Assessment Strategies
    through completion of study guides
    in class discussion and demonstrations
    on a written test
    Criteria
    you identify the anatomical terms of the human body
    you identify the directional terms of the human body
    you identify the regional terms of the human body
    you examine the biomechanical principles of movement
    you examine the kinesiology of the lower extremities of the body
    you examine the kinesiology of the upper extremities of the body
    you examine the kinesiology of the spine and pelvis

  5. Recognize the basic principles of nutrition and the food pyramid
    Assessment Strategies
    through completion of study guides
    in class discussion
    on a written test
    Criteria
    you examine the role of macro nutrients
    you examine the role of micro nutrients
    you explain how the body produces energy
    you clarify the relationship between diet and disease
    you explain current topics related to ergogenic aids and weight management

  6. Demonstrate the basic components of a group fitness class
    Assessment Strategies
    by physical participation in group fitness applications
    Criteria
    you employ a variety of exercise applications in a group setting

  7. Indicate the components of the health screening process
    Assessment Strategies
    by completion of study guides
    by completion of reading assignments
    Criteria
    you identify methods used in health screening

  8. Identify the classifications for cardiovascular disease risk
    Assessment Strategies
    by completion of study guides
    by completion of reading assignments
    by completion of written tests
    Criteria
    you categorize the stratifications for CAD

  9. Examine the importance of cardiovascular screening for athletes
    Assessment Strategies
    by completion of reading assignments
    in class discussion
    Criteria
    you examine the importance of screening for competitive athletes

  10. Examine the importance of being a "student-centered" instructor
    Assessment Strategies
    by completion of reading material
    in class discussion
    Criteria
    you distinguish between student-centered and teacher-centered instruction

  11. Demonstrate how fitness tests are performed
    Assessment Strategies
    by completion of reading assignments
    by completion of physical fitness tests as presented in text
    Criteria
    you demonstrate basic physical fitness testing

  12. Examine the principles involved in developing a group fitness class format
    Assessment Strategies
    by completion of reading assignments
    in class group discussion
    Criteria
    you identify the segments of a group fitness class

  13. Explore student learning strategies and appropriate teaching methods
    Assessment Strategies
    by completion of reading assignments
    in class group discussion
    by completion of study guides
    in class lab activities
    Criteria
    you recognize the importance of class design to meet participants' needs
    you recognize the stages of human behavior and motor skill development
    you examine class design and teaching methodologies

  14. Examine factors and strategies that influence exercise adherence and motivation
    Assessment Strategies
    by completion of reading assignments
    by completion of study guides
    in class group discussion
    Criteria
    you explore the factors that influence exercise adherence
    you identify the traits of an ideal group fitness instructor
    you explore strategies that encourage adherence

  15. Practice a variety of group fitness applications
    Assessment Strategies
    by performance of group fitness activities
    by performance of choreography styles
    by completion of reading material
    Criteria
    you exercise physically by practicing different types of group fitness activities
    you demonstrate how to develop 32 count phrase choreography

  16. Recognize exercise standards developed for special populations
    Assessment Strategies
    by completion of study guides
    in class group discussion
    Criteria
    you identify the definition of special populations
    you identify the standards for exercise programming for special populations

  17. Identifies benefits and contraindications of exercise for special populations
    Assessment Strategies
    by completion of study guides
    in class group discussion
    Criteria
    you indicate the benefits of exercise for special populations
    you indicate the risks of exercise for special populations

  18. Indicates exercise guidelines for special populations
    Assessment Strategies
    through completion of reading assignments
    through completion of study guides
    in class group discussion
    Criteria
    you identify exercise guidelines for each of the populations presented in the text

  19. Access types and factors associated with exercise-related injuries
    Assessment Strategies
    through completion of reading assignments
    through completion of study guides
    in class group discussion
    Criteria
    you recognize types of injuries
    you recognize the causes for the various types of injuries

  20. Analyze risk management procedures
    Assessment Strategies
    through completion of reading assignments
    through completion of study guides
    in class group discussion
    on a written test
    Criteria
    you examine the components of risk management planning and development

  21. Identify the legal and professional responsibilities of a group fitness instructor
    Assessment Strategies
    through completion of study guides
    through completion of reading assignments
    in class group discussion
    on a written test
    Criteria
    you categorize the areas of responsibility of a group fitness leader
    you explore guidelines for accident reporting and risk management
    you examine the legal considerations of contracts
    you examine the legal considerations of claims
    you examine the legal considerations of copyright