SISFFIT332
Deliver pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise programs

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare, deliver, monitor, modify and evaluate pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise programs or sessions.

Application

This unit applies to group exercise leaders who are required to deliver pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise programs that are of an appropriate intensity, with minimal risk to general populations. The group exercise leader is required to deliver the program according to the training guidelines provided by the program developer.

This unit may apply to group exercise leaders who work in a range of fitness locations including fitness, leisure and community centres delivering community group exercise programs. The group exercise leader would typically work independently with some level of autonomy under limited supervision in a controlled and predictable environment.


Prerequisites

Nil.


Elements and 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. Prepare community group exercise program.

1.1. Review training guidelines of the community group exercise program as determined by the program developer.

1.2. Determine venue or facility requirements and resources.

1.3. Identify expected fitness outcomes, needs and requirements of clients and prepare appropriately.

1.4. Confirm access to the venue or facility meets the needs and requirements of clients according to organisational policies and procedures and legislation andregulatory requirements.

2. Deliver group exercise program

2.1. Prepare the exercise environment and equipment, and minimise negative environmental impact where possible.

2.2. Check safety of equipment.

2.3. Screen clients for common conditions relevant to participation, and refer to medical or allied health professionals as appropriate.

2.4. Provide pre-session instructions.

2.5. Provide advice regarding management of body temperature in current environmental conditions.

2.6. Explain and demonstrate exercises using appropriate instructional techniques.

2.7. Explain and demonstrate the correct use of any required equipment according to manufacturer instructions.

2.8. Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural and social characteristics.

3. Monitor and modify the group exercise program.

3.1. Monitor performance, exercise intensity and ideal postural alignment to minimise risk of injury and maximise safety.

3.2. Identify technical errors, potentially harmful practices and symptoms of intolerance and implement appropriate intervention strategies.

3.3. Adjust the exercise environment and temperature regulation of clients as appropriate.

3.4. Use motivational techniques to positively influence performance of clients and maximise program adherence.

3.5. Provide feedback to clients regarding exercise intensity and technique.

3.6. Respond to inappropriate client behaviour to effectively maximise group cohesion.

3.7. Modify program to meet the needs and requirements of clients and training guidelines, and minimise the risk of injury.

4. Evaluate the effectiveness of the group exercise program.

4.1. Seek, acknowledge and respond to feedback from clients.

4.2. Evaluate own performance and client feedback.

4.3. Implement required modifications in response to client feedback and as a result of self-evaluation.

4.4. Maintain records.

Required Skills

Required skills

ability to:

correctly demonstrate exercises

apply injury prevention strategies and resources for the chosen group exercise program

communication skills to:

provide clear and accurate instructions and pre-session information

motivate clients

elicit feedback

effectively manage group cohesion

language and literacy skills to:

read and interpret the training guidelines and plans of the pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise program

maintain records

read equipment manufacturer instructions

planning and organising skills to ensure venue or facility and required equipment are available and suitable

numeracy skills to manage the time of clients and facility schedules

problem-solving skills to:

modify the program to meet the needs of clients while adhering to the training guidelines

identify improvements to energy, water and other resources for environmental sustainability

modify the program to minimise the risk of injuries

identify client problems during the program

promote correct and safe exercise positioning technique to minimise the risk of injury.

Required knowledge

purpose, aims and target group of the pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise program

requirements of work health and safety/occupational health and safety legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe and effective preparation and delivery of the group exercise program

screening procedures, contraindications and the appropriate referral processes

the physiological, psychological and social reasons for participation in group exercise to enable the application of effective motivational techniques

common injuries, diseases or conditions that may preclude participation

potentially harmful practices, including overtraining, and the reasons why they are avoided, to enable safe participation in the program

signs and symptoms of intolerance and management strategies

group management techniques to assist individuals within the group to achieve desired outcomes

equipment usage to enable the safe and effective incorporation of equipment as required by pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise program training guidelines

instructional techniques to effectively deliver and monitor approved community group exercise programs

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

injury prevention strategies related to the community group exercise programs

environmental and resource efficiency practices related to the use of activity areas and equipment.

Evidence Required

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.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

deliver, monitor and evaluate pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise programs to meet the needs and requirements of clients

identify and implement requirements of training guidelines, including the safe use of any required equipment

maintain accurate records of group exercise program delivery

implement modifications to instructional techniques and session delivery as required

show sensitivity to social and cultural characteristics.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

a real or simulated workplace that allows for the delivery of community group exercise programs of sufficient duration to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

clients in pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise program

resources for the conduct of pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise programs such as a venue or facility and any required equipment

documentation related to pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise programs.

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:

observation of delivery of pre-choreographed or prescribed community group exercise programs

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the purpose, aims and allowable modifications to the group exercise program to meet the needs of the target group

review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on the job performance by the individual.

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.

Training guidelines may include:

type of training

order of training

exercises

choreography

locations

licensing

instruction

contraindications

monitoring

techniques

scope of practice and limitations

rules and procedures

venue requirements and limitations.

Community group exercise program may include:

cardiovascular

resistance

flexibility

general health and wellbeing

social.

Venue or facility requirements may include:

community hall

council facility

fitness centre

leisure centre

entry charge

membership

screening

needs of other facility users

emergency evacuation

access.

Resources may include:

facilities

equipment

finance

personnel

transport and related logistical requirements.

Needs and requirements may include:

safety

fitness

general health and wellbeing

social.

Clients may include:

inactive

active

age specific groups

gender specific groups

experienced or inexperienced

specific cultural or social groups.

Access may include:

stairs

ramps

lift

vicinity to public transport

parking.

Organisational policies and procedures may include

sports physician

sports doctor

general practitioner

physiotherapist

accredited exercise physiologist

occupational therapist

remedial massage therapist

chiropractor

osteopath

accredited practising dietician

podiatrist

psychologist

Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander health worker.

Legislation and regulatory requirements may include:

work health and safety/occupational health and safety

duty of care

privacy

anti-discrimination

copyright

licensing

child protection

trade practices

Australian Consumer Law

environmental

business registration and licences.

Safety may include:

minimising risk of injuries

monitoring for signs and symptoms of intolerance

hydration.

Equipment may include:

balls, rings and sticks

dumbbells and barbells

noodles

resistance bands

stability balls and discs

mats

chairs

benches

heart rate monitors

sound and microphone.

Screen clients must include:

verbal pre-screen

use of an industry recognised pre-exercise screening tool.

Common conditions may include:

sprains and strains

heart conditions

stroke

recent injury or hospitalisation

history of illness or hospitalisation

medical procedures

overtraining.

Medical or allied health professionals may include:

sports physician

sports doctor

general practitioner

physiotherapist

accredited exercise physiologist

occupational therapist

remedial massage therapist

chiropractor

osteopath

accredited practising dietician

podiatrist

psychologist

Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander health worker.

Pre-session instructions must include:

personal introduction

session level outline

emergency procedures

appropriate and safe footwear and clothing

frequency of breaks during exercise

correct exercise techniques and breathing

pain or discomfort.

Instructional techniques may include:

teaching position

session organisation and formation

mirror imaging

verbal and non-verbal communication

demonstration

motivational strategies.

Cultural and social characteristics may include

modes of greeting, farewelling and conversation

body language, including use of body gestures

formality of language

clothing.

Monitor may include:

talk test

heart rate

breathing frequency

rate of perceived exertion

technique

observation.

Exercise intensity may include:

heart-rate response

perceived rate of exertion

form and fatigue

motivation and enthusiasm suitable to the class format.

Ideal postural alignment may include

joint position and alignment

spinal position and alignment

correct exercise positions and techniques.

Technical errors may include:

speed of movement

alignment and positioning.

Potentially harmful practices may include:

hyperextension

exercising while sick or in extremes of temperature

dehydration

multiple repetitions

ballistic movements

spinal hyperextension

loaded knee hyperflexion

on-the-spot pounding

straight leg sit-ups

lever length.

Symptoms of intolerance may include:

fatigue

muscle cramps

pain

weakness

dizziness

fainting

inability to complete exercise.

Intervention strategies may include:

stopping or modifying the exercise

modifying equipment or its use

referral to a medical or allied health professional.

Feedback may include:

verbal

written

visual.

Own performance may include:

instructional techniques

session delivery

appropriate intensity

managing client behaviour

responding to feedback

managing time allocation.

Records may include:

written

electronic

oral recording.


Sectors

Fitness


Competency Field

Fitness.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

No licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.