Fitness Instructor

If you’re looking for a fast-track into a career in fitness, or a bridging qualification into more advanced personal training certifications, the Fitness Instructor Course is for you. This course will equip you with all the skills necessary to meet the duties of a fitness instructor, including assisting clients with proper technique and use of gym equipment as well as advising on generic exercise programmes. This course Includes:

• Online course with online assignment submission
• Orientation guide
• E-manuals online
• Additional online resources videos
• Online Tutor support

Study Mode Offered: DISTANCE WITH WORKSHOPS This course is completed using the HFPA Online Learning Platform. Support workshops for this course are available in the following regions: JOHANNESBURG | CAPE TOWN | DURBAN | PORT ELIZABETH | NELSPRUIT | POTCHEFSTROOM

MODULE 1: ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

• Chapter 1 – Homeostasis
• Chapter 2- Anatomical Terminology
• Chapter 3 – Organ Systems
• Chapter 4 – The skeletal system
• Chapter 5 – The muscular system
• Chapter 6 – The cardiovascular and circulatory system
• Chapter 7 – The respiratory system
• Chapter 8 – The nervous system
• Chapter 9 – The endocrine system
• Chapter 10 – Energy Systems
• Chapter 11 – Adaptations to Physiological Systems through aerobic and anaerobic exercise
• Chapter 12 – Principles of Exercise, Fitness & Health
• Chapter 13 – Principles of training
• Chapter 14 – Cardiovascular Fitness
• Chapter 15 – Muscular Strength & Endurance
• Chapter 16 – Warm-up & Stretching
• Chapter 17 – Motor Fitness
• Chapter 18 – Safety
• Chapter 19 – Communication
• Chapter 20 – Customer service
• Chapter 21 – Introduction to nutrition
• Chapter 22 – Role Players in The Fitness Industry

MODULE 2: HEALTH SCREENING, EXERCISE AND PROGRAMME RECOMMENDATIONS

• Chapter 1: Physical activity, health and fitness
• Chapter 2: Benefits and Risks associated with physical activity
• Chapter 3: Principles of Training
• Chapter 4: Introduction to Resistance Training Programme Design
• Chapter 5: Introduction to Cardiovascular Programme Design
• Chapter 6: Introduction to Warm-up, CoolDown and Flexibility Programme Design
• Chapter 7: Motivation, Behavioural change, Communication and Exercise Adherence

MODULE 3: SUPERVISING THE USE OF A FITNESS FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT

• Chapter 1: Introduction to the Duties of Fitness Instructors in a Gym Facility
• Chapter 2: Orientation of a Fitness Facility
• Chapter 3: Safety
• Chapter 4: Common Exercise Equipment
• Chapter 5: Gym Facility Etiquette

MODULE 4: RESISTANCE TRAINING TECHNIQUES MODULE 5: WORKPLACE LOGBOOK