EXS 201 - Principles and Application of Group Exercise Instruction

This course is designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills in preparation for group exercise instruction and sitting for a national certification exam in group fitness instruction. Topics include guidelines for instructing safe, effective, and purposeful exercise, essentials of the instructor–participant relationship, principles of motivation to encourage adherence in the group fitness setting, effective instructor-to-participant communication techniques, methods for enhancing group leadership, and the group fitness instructor’s (GFI’s) professional role.

Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated.