This qualification has been replaced by the YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Group Exercise Instructing (603/7154/7)
This qualification is aimed at individuals wishing to lead safe and effective walking sessions for groups of people with varying fitness and skill levels. The combination of the Level 2 mandatory units and walk leading units, provides learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to plan and deliver fitness walking sessions.
Learners will cover:
Knowledge and understanding relating to the qualification:
- the structure and function of the heart, circulatory system, respiratory system and the skeleton
- knowledge of skeletal joints, muscular system, musculoskeletal system, posture, both energy systems and the nervous system and their relation to exercise
- the effects of exercise on the body, components of fitness, exercise contra-indications and safety guidelines for special populations, health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating
- how to apply principles and variables of fitness to an exercise programme and safely monitor exercise intensity
- health and safety requirements and emergency procedures in a fitness environment
- how to control risks in a fitness environment and safeguard children and adults
- how to form effective working relationships with clients, address barriers to exercise/physical activity that they experience, support them to adhere to exercise and provide them with on-going customer service
- the relationship between healthy living and walking and the benefits of walking programmes
- the importance of careful and thorough planning, preparation and structuring of a walking session
Skills relating to the qualification:
- prepare to lead and reflect upon providing a walking session