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Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective water-based exercise

Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective water-based exercise

Unit of competency
National Code
SISFFIT048
State Code
ODP06
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
70
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify the role of anatomy and physiology knowledge in aqua fitness instruction, and to use that knowledge to develop and instruct safe and effective water-based exercise activities.Knowledge of anatomy and physiology underpins effective performance in a range of work functions for water-based exercise instruction. This unit has direct links to, and supports, units for planning and instructing water-based exercise sessions.This unit applies to aqua exercise instructors; they practise in settings with pools, such as fitness facilities, gyms, 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. Identify role of anatomy and physiology in aqua fitness instruction.
  • 1.1. Identify situations where aqua instructors use knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
  • 1.2. Identify and use credible sources of information about anatomy and physiology that are relevant to aqua instruction.
2. Select effective water-based exercise activities for participants.
  • 2.1. Identify aspects of anatomy and physiology that impact selection of suitable exercises for participants.
  • 2.2. Select exercises that account for variations associated with participant sex and age.
3. Support participants to exercise safely and effectively.
  • 3.1. Provide succinct explanations about the relationship between water-based exercises and their beneficial impacts on the body and health.
  • 3.2. Explain injury risk factors and demonstrate and explain safe and effective exercise technique to participants.
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