Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to plan and instruct group exercise session to music. It focuses on the planning, selection, sequencing and progression of exercises and appropriate music, and instructing and monitoring client to ensure safe conduct of activities.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to exercise instructors who provide a range of exercise programs to diverse populations.
This unit is applicable to those working in fitness venues, gyms or other exercise environments.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
1. Plan and develop the group exercise session. |
1.1. Determine the expected fitness outcomes and session type for the client group. 1.2. Plan appropriate phases of the session and a varied exercise repertoire or choreography to meet the needs of the client group. 1.3. Provide for a beginner, intermediate or advanced level of workout appropriate to the needs and levels of the client group. 1.4. Select and sequence music according to duration, concepts and phases and type of session. 1.5. Develop sequence of choreography to suit session type 1.6. Access music according to organisational policies and procedures and legislation and regulatory requirements . 1.7. Incorporate motivational techniques to maximise exercise program adherence. |
2. Deliver the session. |
2.1. Prepare exercise environment according to organisational policies and procedures. 2.2. Explain common types of injuries that would prevent participation in the session and confirm that clients are not affected. 2.3. Deliver pre -session instructions according to effective instructional principles . 2.4. Deliver the selection of exercises using appropriate instructional methodologies, sequencing and progression. 2.5. Monitor the performance of clients and adjust any technical errors to ensure safety. 2.6. Monitor exercise intensity and adjust as required. 2.7. Use motivational techniques and arousal control techniques to positively influence the performance of clients during exercise sessions. 2.8. Recognise and respond to inappropriate client behaviour to effectively manage group cohesion. 2.9. Provide constructive and positive encouragement to clients, showing sensitivity to cultural and social differences . 2.10. Modify exercises to meet individual needs. |
3. Develop a circuit training session plan. |
3.1. Identify the aims of the circuit training session. 3.2. Define expected outcomes of the circuit training session. 3.3. Identify a broad and varied exercise repertoire . 3.4. Plan and document a circuit training session plan using the principles of exercise planning according to industry guidelines . 3.5. Design clear and structured forms or cards for use in a circuit training session. |
4. Deliver a circuit training session. |
4.1. Confirm appropriate exercise area according to legislation and regulatory requirements and organisational policies and procedures. 4.2. Check circuit equipment is in good working order prior to commencement of session. 4.3. Use energy, water and other resources effectively when preparing and maintaining equipment and activity areas to reduce negative environmental impact. 4.4. Communicate session objectives and the principles and benefits of circuit training to clients. 4.5. Explain common types of injuries that would prevent participation in the session and confirm that clients are not affected. 4.6. Instruct session according to circuit training plan and legislation and regulatory requirements and organisational policies and procedures. 4.7. Demonstrate and instruct correct use of equipment during circuit training session, according to organisational policies and procedures and manufacturer instructions. 4.8. Demonstrate exercises within the circuit training session using appropriate instructional principles . 4.9. Monitor client intensity, technique and safety during the session and suggest modifications where required. 4.10. Recognise signs and symptoms of overtraining and potentially harmful practices and implement appropriate intervention strategies according to organisational policies and procedures. |
5. Evaluate the session. |
5.1. Seek and acknowledge feedback from clients. 5.2. Evaluate client response and feedback. 5.3. Evaluate own performance according to planned outcomes and organisational policies and procedures. 5.4. Identify potential improvements to enhance future sessions. 5.5. Modify the session plan where relevant to meet client needs. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure planning and instruction of a variety of exercise session, including circuit and group exercise for different client groups which are of sufficient duration to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance. Assessment must also ensure access to:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Session type may include: |
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Phases may include: |
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Exercise repertoire may include: |
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Music may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Legislation and regulatory requirements may include: |
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Aims may include: |
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Exercise repertoire may include: |
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Circuit training session plan may include: |
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Principles of exercise planning may include: |
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Industry guidelines may include: |
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Exercise area may include: |
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Cultural and social differences may include: |
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Motivational techniques may include: |
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Pre -session instructions must include: |
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Instructional principles may include: |
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Technical errors may include: |
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Exercise intensity may include: |
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Feedback may include: |
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Client response may include: |
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Own performance may include: |
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Benefits may include: |
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Common types of injuries may include: |
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Potentially harmful practices may include: |
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Intervention strategies may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Fitness
Competency Field
Fitness