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Instruct approved community fitness programs

Instruct approved community fitness programs

Unit of competency
National Code
SISFFIT011
State Code
AVD50
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/09/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/04/2016
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
14/04/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
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.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for community fitness program delivery.
  • 1.1 Confirm licensing and provider requirements of the program.
  • 1.2 Confirm facility and resource requirements for program delivery.
  • 1.3 Confirm access to venue or facility meets needs and requirements of clients.
2. Conduct approved community fitness program.
  • 2.1 Confirm availability of area, assemble resources and prepare environment appropriately.
  • 2.2 Check equipment for maintenance requirements according to program guidelines, as required.
  • 2.3 Confirm capacity to independently participate in session and modify as required to suit specific needs.
  • 2.4 Provide clear instructions according to program requirements using effective communication and instructional principles.
  • 2.5 Demonstrate exercises, techniques and equipment participants.
  • 2.6 Monitor exercise intensity, technique and safety of clients throughout program according to program guidelines.
  • 2.7 Modify activities as required to meet needs and requirements of clients and minimise risk of injury.
  • 2.8 Respond to participants experiencing difficulties and answer questions as required.
3. Evaluate program.
  • 3.1 Seek and acknowledge feedback from participants.
  • 3.2 Evaluate participant response and feedback.
  • 3.3 Evaluate own performance and identify areas needing improvement.
  • 3.4 Update session documentation.
  • 3.5 Maintain records of sessions according to program guidelines.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6227 SISFFIT311A Deliver approved community fitness programs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODP25 SISFFIT036 Instruct group exercise sessions Unit of competency