Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan, demonstrate, supervise and monitor a range of gym programs customised for clients with specific fitness requirements and respond appropriately to the changing needs of clients.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to exercise instructors who work in facilities that provide a range of exercise programs and services such as aqua, group or gym-based to general populations including older clients and older adolescents who present with no major health conditions.
This unit is applicable to those working in fitness venues, gyms or other exercise environments and those working in community setting.
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. Develop customised gym programs. |
1.1. Identify the current fitness profile, training history, exercise preferences, exercise contraindications and specific fitness goals of the client . 1.2. Establish the physical, psychological and social reasons for the client's participation in an exercise program. 1.3. Use motivational techniques to help the client identify barriers to adherence and to set effective exercise goals. 1.4. Relate the training requirements of the client to their long-term fitness plan . 1.5. Integrate the client's resistance training program with their flexibility and cardiorespiratory programs as required. 1.6. Customise exercise variables and program variables according to principles of training to create a training program to meet the client's specific fitness goals. 1.7. Identify the joint movements and muscles that the client needs to target or strengthen. 1.8. Perform an exercise analysis to determine suitable resistance exercises to meet specific needs of the client. 1.9. Record the training program according to organisational policies and procedures . |
2. Instruct resistance exercises. |
2.1. Demonstrate the correct technique for performing specific resistance exercises to the client and explain their purpose and expected results. 2.2. Explain misconceptions that are commonly held about resistance training programs. 2.3. Use instructional techniques to teach the correct technique for specific resistance exercises. 2.4. Advise the client of safety considerations for specific resistance exercises and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 2.5. Encourage feedback from the client to confirm their understanding of the program and to identify any foreseeable difficulties. |
3. Supervise training sessions. |
3.1. Observe client training sessions to ensure all activities are performed according to organisational policies and procedures and with due consideration of other facility users. 3.2. Adjust incorrect or unsafe exercise technique as required according to safety considerations . 3.3. Apply spotting techniques to ensure safety and enhance performance. 3.4. Supervise resistance exercise equipment usage to minimise conflict and maximise access for all clients. 3.5. Identify aspects of client exercise behaviour to develop effective motivational strategies for the client. |
4. Develop a circuit training session plan. |
4.1. Identify the aims of the circuit training session. 4.2. Define expected outcomes of the circuit training session. 4.3. Identify a broad and varied exercise repertoire . 4.4. Plan and document a circuit training session plan for clients using the principles of exercise planning according to legislation and regulatory requirements and industry guidelines . 4.5. Design clear and structured forms or cards for use in a circuit training session. |
5. Instruct a circuit training session. |
5.1. Confirm appropriate exercise area according to legislation and regulatory requirements and organisational policies and procedures. 5.2. Check circuit equipment is in good working order prior to commencement of session. 5.3. Use energy, water and other resources effectively when preparing and maintaining equipment and activity areas to reduce the environmental impact. 5.4. Communicate session objectives and the principles and benefits of circuit training to clients. 5.5. Explain common types of injuries that would prevent participation in the session and confirm that clients are not affected. 5.6. Instruct session according to circuit training plan and legislation and regulatory requirements and organisational policies and procedures. 5.7. Demonstrate and instruct correct use of equipment during circuit training session, according to organisational policies and procedures and manufacturer instructions. 5.8. Demonstrate exercises within the circuit training session using appropriate instructional techniques . 5.9. Monitor client intensity, technique and safety during the session and suggest modifications where required. 5.10. Recognise signs and symptoms of overtraining and potentially harmful practices and implement appropriate intervention strategies according to organisational policies and procedures. |
6. Review circuit training session. |
6.1. Seek and acknowledge feedback from clients. 6.2. Identify relevant changes to address required improvements. 6.3. Modify the circuit training session plan where relevant to meet client needs. 6.4. Review own performance and identify potential improvements. |
7. Monitor client progress. |
7.1. Identify when a review of a client's exercise program and or overall fitness plan is necessary according to re -evaluation criteria . 7.2. Recognise the signs and symptoms of overtraining . 7.3. Reassess fitness levels of the client to determine the effectiveness of their current exercise program. 7.4. Re-establish the specific fitness goals of the client. 7.5. Modify the client's exercise program according to results of fitness reassessments and any changing requirements. 7.6. Provide positive and constructive feedback to the client on their progress and any recommended changes. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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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 delivery of gym programs including circuit sessions for multiple clients 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. |
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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Specific fitness goals may include: |
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Client may include: |
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Motivational techniques may include |
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Fitness plan may include: |
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Aims may include: |
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Exercise repertoire may include: |
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Training programs may include: |
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Exercise variables may include: |
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Benefits may include: |
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Principles of training may include: |
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Exercise analysis may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Resistance exercises may include: |
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Misconceptions may include: |
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Instructional techniques may include: |
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Resistance exercise equipment 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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Common types of injuries may include: |
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Re -evaluation criteria may include: |
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Legislation and regulatory requirements may include: |
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Industry guidelines may include: |
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Potentially harmful practices may include: |
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Intervention strategies may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Overtraining may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Fitness
Competency Field
Fitness