OVERVIEW

A Group Fitness Instructor delivers exercise instruction to groups during fitness classes within a gym facility. The main focus of the role is to grow and maintain fitness participation of new and existing members through group fitness experiences that meet their needs.

The Careers in Fitness Europe IQ Level 3 Group Fitness Instructor (EQF) course provides the knowledge and skills to be able to safely and effectively plan, delver and evaluate group exercise sessions and is therefore aimed at individuals who want to pursue a career in the health and fitness industry as a group exercise class instructor. This qualification is ideal for those beginning their career in fitness with the specific aim of instructing a range of group exercise classes and provides the underpinning knowledge and skills required to effectively plan and teach a number of other group exercise disciples involving coordinated movements in time with music.

This course is mapped and aligned to the to the EHFA level 3 Group Fitness Instructor standards, validating the relevance and quality of the learning content for Group Fitness Instructors.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

None

However ,there is also an element of communication (speaking, reading and writing) involved, and learners should possess basic communication skills.

UNITS INVOLVED

Core Fitness Units

1.1 Human Movement 1.2 Exercise Physiology 1.3 Lifestyle Management & Modifications 1.4 Health & Safety 1.5 Communication

Group Fitness Instructor Units

3.1 Group Fitness Instruction

DELIVERY

Online eLearning with additional tutor support and guidance

ASSESSMENT

Worksheets, or alternative question and answer activity, for knowledge-based aspects

Video submission of evidence to confirm practical competence

PROGRESSION

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