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INTRODUCTION TO STEPPING (REPs CPD credits 10) Due to the demand from our Exercise to Music students we have developed an introduction to stepping and the first course is being held at Leeds Metropolitan University in March 2008. This day will introduce you to safe and effective stepping, choreography and formats for legs, bums, tums and circuits. All at a bargain price of £75! Click here for dates. BoxRight© - COMBAT STYLE CLASS (REPs CPD credits applied for) A 1 day workshop for group based exercise instruction, in association with Northern Fitness & Education, designed for qualified level 2 instructors to give them additional skills in boxing techniques using focus pad and punch bags. Prerequisites: Current level 2 fitness instructor qualification, recommend current CPR qualification, recommend 3-6 months teaching experience in a studio environment, recommend attendance of 3-6 combat/box style classes. Cost:£85 (early bird £75) NORDIC WALKING Nordic Walking is the fastest growing outdoor aerobic exercise for years! There are not enough Nordic Walking Instructors in the UK to serve the demand from people who want to learn and take up Nordic Walking as their new sport. For the most up to date training techniques and professional coaching, sign up for the course that suits you and take a positive step in the right direction. Courses are planned for the Leeds area September 2008. See below or contact us for more information. - NORDIC WALKING INSTRUCTOR COURSE - 2 DAYS (REPs CPD credits 16)
Fitness coaches, Pilates instructors and Personal Trainers should aim to become certified as Nordic Walking Instructors to use Nordic Walking as a fantastic tool to train their clients. Physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, homeopaths and nutritionists should also use Nordic Walking within their treatments to improve the general health of their patients. Contents include: history/background of Nordic Walking, health benefits for different populations, fitness improvements through Nordic Walking, anatomy, practise teaching and adapt different Nordic Walking techniques focused on the individual, observe and use drills for correct technique, relevant warm up/main workout/cool down including stretching, plan and teach a safe and effective NW session appropriate to outdoor conditions and abilities of the group, complement NW sessions with strength training exercises, core stability exercises etc… You will receive ‘Nordic Walking Instructor’, a reference book including all the topics of the Nordic Walking Instructor course and also a guide of how to prepare a Nordic Walking session for beginner, progressive Nordic Walking training and complementary exercises like circuits and core stability training. There will be a practical assessment throughout the course and a written test about the theoretical knowledge acquired to planning and teaching safe and effective Nordic Walking. Prerequisites: Nordic Walking Leader/Guide or similar qualification, First Aid Certificate.
Cost: £199 (early bird) This course is for athletic coaches and fitness enthusiasts who are motivated to promote Nordic Walking to the community and local sports clubs. The course is designed to help you plan routes to lead a safe and effective Nordic Walking session which includes correct technique, alignment and progressions of a Nordic Walking session. You will receive a ‘Nordic Walking Guide Handout’ containing all relevant information. There will be practical assessments throughout the course and a written theory assessment.
Prerequisites: Experienced Walker/Nordic Walker with good technique, First Aid Certificate.
Cost: £99 (early bird) PUSHY MOTHERS INSTRUCTOR TRAINING Northern Fitness & Education are hosting a 3 day Pushy Mothers Instructor Course on 23/24/25 October 2008 at LA Fitness in Yeadon (Leeds). This course is for qualified exercise teachers who wish to become Pushy Instructors. The course is accredited by the Royal College of Midwives. A mixture of theoretical and outdoor training sessions the course will equip the instructor with the additional skills to teach a safe, specific and effective buggy workout. For more information about Pushy Mothers go to www.pushymotherstraining.com or contact us to book your place. ADVANCED STUDIO INSTRUCTOR COURSE This new level 3 course for studio instructors will be offered early in 2008. It is an ideal stepping stone for exercise to music teachers to advance their skills and knowledge and gain recognition for being an advanced instructor.
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