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Demonstrate foundational strength and power exercises
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration
Criteria
Demonstrate effective and safe setup, execution, and finish position for squat, bench press, deadlift, and Olympic lift variations
Maintain proper posture, bar path, and control throughout each lift
Apply spotting and safety procedures per instructor guidelines
Adjust technique to correct position when prompted
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Design training sessions
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration, Written Product
Criteria
Session includes warm-up, main lifts, accessory work, and conditioning components
Exercises are organized in a logical and effective order, with reference to time
Session demonstrates efficient use of time, with effective flow from one component to another
Session components are aligned with a clear training goal
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Build effective programs for athletes
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration, Written Product
Criteria
Program shows evidence of core principles of training (overload, progression, specificity, and recovery)
Adjust variables (load, volume, intensity) based on individual needs
Explain reasoning behind programming decisions (exercise selection, programming, etc.)
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Coach athletes to improve movement quality, performance, and safety
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration, Verbal Responses
Criteria
Use clear, concise verbal cues to improve performance
Verbal and visual cues lead to improved movement quality, performance, and safety
Demonstrate exercises to athletes effectively during coaching
Provide timely and relevant feedback to individual performances
Athlete safety is maintained
Athlete actively listens and responds during coaching
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Conduct basic performance tests
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration, Written Product
Criteria
Tests are administered effectively (strength, power, speed, agility, conditioning)
Follow standardized testing protocols
Record and report results accurately, per instructor guidelines
Interpret results to identify strengths and limitations
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Implement movement-based injury prevention strategies
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration, Written Product
Criteria
Demonstrate exercises targeting trunk stability, hip control, and landing mechanics
Coach (speak) the correct technique during prevention exercises
Identify common movement faults
Integrate injury prevention into training sessions
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Relate strength, power, and conditioning methods to sport performance and energy system demands
Assessment Strategies
Written Product
Criteria
Identify relevant energy systems for different sports or activities
Correlate training methods to specific performance outcomes
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Relate recovery strategies and nutritional practices to athletic performance, adaptation, and injury prevention
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration, Written Product
Criteria
Explain the role of sleep, hydration, and nutrition in the Stress–Recovery–Adaptation cycle
Identify basic nutritional needs for athletes (energy intake, protein, carbohydrates, hydration)
Demonstrate effective recovery strategies (cool-downs, mobility work, rest protocols)
Apply recovery and nutrition principles to support training and performance goals
Communicate practical recommendations for improving recovery habits
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Recommend nutritional adjustments based athlete's performance strength goals
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration, Written Product
Criteria
Determine energy intake needs (calories) based on athlete’s goal
Describe safety consequences for eating too much or too little
Prescribe carbohydrate levels based on training intensity and performance strength goals
Time nutritional choices based on what to eat before, during, and after training
Describe how the human body stores food
Specify protein needed, and timing of it, to support muscle repair
Monitor hydration status
Identify when water alone isn't enough to hydrate
Recommend quantity of water to drink after various exercises