Group Xtra Outdoors (CYQ Award In Instructing Outdoor Fitness)
Introduction
The ultimate in outdoor fitness instructor training, this course takes you beyond the boundaries of a conventional gym.
Level
- 3
REPs Accreditation
What Is The Course About?
- CYQ Award In Instructing Outdoor Fitness
- Boot-camps
How Long Does It Last?
- One day practical
- One day assessment
Who Is The Course Suitable For?
- Individuals who are 16 years and over
- Fitness instructors, 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?
- Indoor and outdoor circuits, from urban to military style
- Small equipment including ViPR, Gym Stick,T-Bow, FreeFORM, TRX, medicine balls and many more
- Manual resistance
- Programming for fitness, weight management, health, cross training and sports performance
- Biomechanics and functional kinetic chain development training
How Is It Assessed?
- Direct observation of teaching a practical session outside of the gym
- Programme card
Are The Any Books Or Special Equipment That Need 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
- For health and safety considerations, smooth-soled shoes or sandals of any description should not be used
What Can The Qualifications Lead To?
- The ability to teach a variety of outdoor fitness sessions
- GP referral work
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Upcoming dates Dates specific to this course
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Group Xtra Outdoors (CYQ Award In Instructing Outdoor Fitness)
19 May 2012 (1 day)
Drummond Education Development Centre, Maidenhead
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Group Xtra Outdoors (CYQ Award In Instructing Outdoor Fitness)
09 Jun 2012 (1 day)
Edinburgh International Climbing Arena
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Group Xtra Outdoors (CYQ Award In Instructing Outdoor Fitness)
31 Jul 2012 (1 day)
Drummond Education Development Centre, Maidenhead
