Natural Running Coach Certificate
Introduction
This Newton accredited 1 day Natural Running Coaching Certificate will allow you to analyse a clients running and coach a more natural running technique. Through this module you will confidently coach progressive change in your client towards a more efficient running style. You may take this certificate as a stand alone certificate or as part of the CYQ Certificate In Personal Training and it makes up day one of Group Xtra Outdoors.
Level
- 3
REPs Accreditation
What Is The Module About?
- Running technique and injury
- Analysis tool for assessing running technique
- 8 Drills to create effective change in clients
- Exercises to enhance stability through the kinetic chain whilst running
How Long Does It Last?
- One day practical
Who Is The Course Suitable For?
- Individuals 16 years and over
- Fitness instructors and personal trainers
- Those wishing to go beyond the boundaries of the conventional gym and studio
What Qualifications Are Needed?
- Level 2 Certificate In Fitness Instructing – Gym-Based Exercise or Exercise To Music (other similar qualifications may be recognised)
What Will Be Studied?
- Specific client needs
- Analysis of current running technique
- Identification of the need for change
- Running cadence
- The science of natural running
- Anatomy of running forefoot or heel strike
- Functional exercises for strengthening the running anatomy
- Coaching 8 drills to initiate client change in running technique
- Functional foam rolling and flexibility for runners
How Is It Assessed?
- Direct observation of analysis of a client and coaching of the 8 drills
Are There Any Books Or Special Equipment That Needs To Be Purchased?
- Suitable clothing for training outdoors
- Small backpack or bum-bag containing a water bottle; energy bar; light waterproof jacket, trousers, hat, gloves; and sun cream
- Spare shoes and clothing
What Can The Qualification Lead To?
- A greater choice in working locations
- Enhanced services as a personal trainer
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Upcoming dates Dates specific to this module
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Natural Running Coach Certificate
20 May 2012 (1 day)
Drummond Education Development Centre, Maidenhead
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Natural Running Coach Certificate
10 Jun 2012 (1 day)
Edinburgh International Climbing Arena
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Natural Running Coach Certificate
31 Jul 2012 (1 day)
Drummond Education Development Centre, Maidenhead
