Comments about Course - CYQ Advanced Certificate in Fitness Instruction - At the institution - Westminster - Greater London
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Entry requirements
Candidates must be over 18 years of age. Candidates must also hold a current CYQ level 2 Certificate in fitness instructing or equivalent (this will be required before you can be accepted onto the course).
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Academic title
CYQ Advanced Certificate in Fitness Instruction
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Course description
What does it include?
Programmes will be developed using periodised methods of planning and may cover any or a combination of the following types of training:
- Cardiovascular
- Resistance
- Core stability
- Flexibility
- Power
- Motor skills
As part of the underpinning knowledge you will be required to demonstrate an understanding of the following areas:
- Advanced exercise and fitness knowledge; covering bones and joints, muscles and muscle actions, nervous systems, core stability, principles of progressive training and professionalism.
- How to plan a safe and effective progressive programme
- How to instruct a safe and effective progressive programme
- How to evaluate a safe and effective progressive programme
Where does it lead?
This qualification is recognised as an approved qualification for entry on to the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) as a level 3 Advanced Instructor. Completion of this course can lead to employment as an advanced gym instructor/exercise specialist or personal trainer. Natural opportunities for progression could be entry to the following CYQ Qualifications:
- CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
- CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Exercise Referral for Clients with Specific Controlled Conditions
