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Instruct group water-based exercise sessions

Instruct group water-based exercise sessions

Unit of competency
National Code
SISFFIT039
State Code
ODP21
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/11/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/05/2022
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
25/05/2022
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare for and instruct group water-based exercise sessions according to predesigned session plans which may have been developed by self or others. It requires the ability to use aquatic exercise instructional techniques, and cater for different participant needs in a mixed ability group situation, within the confines of session guidelines.Skills for planning group water-based exercise sessions are covered in a complementary unit.Water-based exercise sessions may be conducted in indoor or outdoor pools, with or without equipment. They are most likely to involve music. Sessions could combine or specifically concentrate on cardiovascular, resistance and flexibility exercises. This unit does not apply to the provision of hydrotherapy or rehabilitation sessions.This unit applies to aqua exercise instructors who work unsupervised when instructing groups, using discretion and judgement to solve routine problems but are guided by venue policies and procedures. Aqua exercise instructors practise in settings with pools, such as fitness facilities, gyms, and leisure and community centres.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for water-based session.
  • 1.1. Check and prepare pool environment to meet session requirements and identify and respond to factors that may impact session delivery.
  • 1.2. Prepare required physical resources and check for safety and serviceability.
  • 1.3. Follow pre-exercise screening procedures and assess participant characteristics, condition and capability as they present through observation and verbal screening and provide required response.
  • 1.4. Issue exercise equipment to match participant characteristics and types of exercises.
2. Brief participants.
  • 2.1. Provide clear safety information about exercise depth and gradient and appropriate group spacing.
  • 2.2. Explain participant responsibility to work within their capability and provide clear advice on contraindications and precautions for particular activities during session.
  • 2.3. Introduce session and its basic components using communication suited to participant characteristics.
3. Deliver water-based session.
  • 3.1. Follow pre-designed session structure and timings.
  • 3.2. Use voice projection techniques suited to the pool environment.
  • 3.3. Combine clear and accurate verbal instructions and demonstrations for exercise technique, and explain effects of water on participant movements.
  • 3.4. Use group communication techniques that motivate participants to maintain active participation in the session.
  • 3.5. Monitor participant technique and safety and provide feedback, encouragement and corrective instruction based on observations.
  • 3.6. Facilitate effective group interaction to maintain group cohesion, engagement and safety.
  • 3.7. Observe individual participants, respond to difficulties and modify their activities to suit needs and to ensure engagement and comfort.
4. Evaluate group-session.
  • 4.1. Seek and acknowledge feedback from participants and evaluate satisfaction with session.
  • 4.2. Evaluate own performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • 4.3. Complete session documentation and evaluation according to record keeping procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVD42 SISFFIT022 Instruct aquatic sessions for specific population groups Unit of competency
AVD54 SISFFIT008 Instruct water-based fitness activities Unit of competency