Group Training
Group Training is considered the second main area of activity for a Fitness professional. According to data from the American Council on Exercise (ACE), it attracts more than 22.1 million exercisers per year in the US, with group programs being very popular in Europe too. Given the size of the market, there is a huge need for specialized Group Fitness Instructors.
Through the Group Training certification courses you will acquire the necessary skills to become an effective Group Fitness Instructor. You will gain the theoretical and practical knowledge so as to safely guide a large group of exercisers towards the course objective (muscle strengthening, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility etc.).
Group Training Pro level 1 - Body Conditioning Instructor
The Body Conditioning Instructor is trained in guiding safe and effective entry- and mid-level muscle strength and aerobic exercise group programs. The theoretical and practical knowledge he/she acquires focuses mainly on group guidance, group programs planning, volume increase/reduction factors, music selection, basic movements, stretching exercises, weight-bearing exercises and portable equipment.
- Basic concepts and definitions of GT
- GT operating systems
- Music selection - GT guidance
- Methods of teaching GT
- Design of GT programs
- Fundamentals of GT programs
- The profile of an ideal group Fitness Instructor
- Sports - Athletic Conditioning (advantages, methodology, structure, exercises, program design)
- Body Conditioning (muscle strengthening programs, training equipment, exercises, structure)
- Basic safety standards - stretching exercises
- Circuit training
- Interval training
- Methods of monitoring the intensity
- Special Modules - Intros: Pilates, Yoga, Cycling, Power by Radical Fitness, Fight Do by Radical Fitness, Fitball, Gymstick, Aqua Fitness, Dance Aerobic, Vibration
- Anatomy & Kinesiology I, Exercise Physiology I, Exercise Nutrition and Health I
Group Training Adv level 2 - Group Fitness Instructor (EREPS EQF level 3)
The Group Fitness Instructor possesses all the necessary knowledge in order to safely and effectively guide Body Conditioning and Cardio-Step Aerobic classes at an advanced choreography level. The theoretical and practical knowledge acquired by the student focuses mainly on teaching methods, guidance techniques, design and development of choreography as well as on important elements of the professional profile of a successful Instructor.
- Creating Combinations at Cardio & Step
- Combination types (Alternate - Single)
- Methods of teaching (Pyramid, Substitution, Add On, Layer)
- Holding Pattern - Smooth Transition
- Creation of choreography - creativity in choreography at Cardio & Step
- Choreography types (Alternate - Single)
- Development methods (Building Blocks, Link, California)
- Alternate teaching - Absolutely balanced choreography
- Face to Face teaching
- Body Conditioning, Interval training & Circuit training
- Group Fitness Instructor profile and professional image
- Special Modules - Intros: Dance Aerobic & Step, Power Steel II, Fight II, Total Functional Training, Vibration, Suspension Training, Kettlebells
- Anatomy & Kinesiology II, Exercise Physiology II, Exercise Nutrition and Health II
Group Training Elite level 3 - Aerobic Trainer
The Aerobic Trainers' top training level. At this educational level, the Elite Aerobic Trainer acquires all the necessary skills to guide and motivate even the most demanding groups through sophisticated aerobic & step choreographies. The theoretical and practical knowledge acquired by the Elite Aerobic Trainer focuses on the secrets of successful teaching and on advanced ways of choreography development, elements that will make you unique in your subject, with the ultimate goal of properly preparing a future International Aerobic Presenter.
- Presentation of new elements and developments in Aerobic
- Advanced teaching methods at Cardio & Step
- Music anatomy (pre-choreography & pre-structure system, final songs)
- New steps - moves
- Movement teaching methods (Rhythm variations, Temporal step transformation, Break Down a Move)
- Kinetic flow
- Combination methodology - teaching (Alternate teaching, Cross Phrasing, Units, Split, Asymmetric, Transition, No Taping)
- Introduction to Dance (skills, assembly, kinesthesia, dance style, dance classes, isolations, tips for dance composition)
- Dance Aerobic teaching skills
- Elite Aerobic Instructor professionalism
- From Instructor to Presenter - secrets for a successful career
- Master Classes & Workshops from distinguised Presenters
- Video analysis & feedback
Special Modules - Intros
Students in this direction can complement their Group Training knowledge through the following special training modules
