This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to instruct an approved community fitness program designed to promote wellbeing and increase physical activity levels in community groups. Program evaluation is the responsibility of the approving authority.

This unit applies to fitness and recreation program instructors who work with a range of clients in a variety of locations including aquatic, recreation, leisure, fitness, gym and community centres.

No occupational licensing, certification or legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

instruct three approved community fitness programs, that individually or cumulatively incorporate:

clear and accurate instructions and pre-session information:

personal introduction

verbal pre-screen

session level outline and demonstration and explanation of exercises

well-timed visual and verbal cueing

class organisation and formation

emergency procedures

appropriate and safe footwear and clothing

rests

correct exercise techniques and breathing

modification of exercise options to meet individual needs

sensitivity to social and cultural differences or needs

regular encouragement and feedback to clients during session

use the following communication skills:

clear verbal communication

modelling and demonstration

motivational techniques.

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

legislative and regulatory requirements regarding community fitness programs:

work health and safety/occupational health and safety

duty of care

copyright

licensing

organisational policies and procedures in regards to:

pre-session screening

overcrowding

ventilation and/or climate control

hygiene

participant to instructor ratio

emergency

risk management

standards of personal presentation

participant’s clothing and footwear

use, care and maintenance of equipment

venue hire

recording and reporting requirements

communication protocol

security

approved community fitness programs:

benefits

purpose

aims

target group

acceptable program modifications

equipment requirements and safe usage

instructional techniques to enable effective delivery and monitoring of program

general characteristics of main cultural and social groups in Australian society and key aspects that relate to client cultural and religious protocols and preferences for exercise

injury prevention strategies to maximise client participation in the program.

Skills must be demonstrated in:

a fitness industry workplace or simulated environment that offers appropriate services and facilities relevant to provision of an approved community fitness program.

Assessment must ensure access to:

legislation and organisational policies and procedures in relation to approved community fitness programs

manufacturer guidelines regarding equipment usage and safety, as required.

Assessment must ensure use of:

equipment and resources required for the delivery of the program

documentation related to an approved community fitness program

participants in an approved community fitness program; these can be:

participants in a community setting, or

individuals who participate in project activities, role plays or simulated activities, set up for the purpose of assessment, within a training organisation.

Assessment activities that allow the individual to:

demonstrate the ability to instruct an approved community fitness program catering for:

beginners, intermediate and advanced participants

low and high impact.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisation’s requirements for assessors, and:

have at least 2 years consecutive industry experience in the application of the skills and knowledge of this unit.

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