Fitour - Basic Group Exercise Instructor
Exam review (Verified Answers)
What is Group Exercise formally known as? - correct answer ✅aerobic dance
exercise
What is Group Exercise/Group X - correct answer ✅- exercise in a group setting
has evolved and expanded over the years to encompass several modalities of
exercise including step, hi/lo, kickboxing, cycling, aqua, funk, muscled
conditioning, etc.
- a social interaction workout between instructor and students
Group Exercise Defined - correct answer ✅an exercise format that incorporates
several different modalities of exercise that is taught in group setting by one or
more professionally trained instructors
Group Exercise Instructor Defined - correct answer ✅an individual who is
professionally trained and certified by a nationally recognized organization to
teach individuals in a group setting safe and effective exercises
Responsibilities of Group X Instructor - correct answer ✅Cue Proper Body
Allignment
Provide Intensity Options
See every individual in class
Monitoring heart rate and intensity level
Provide constructive feedback to participants
Encourage participants to select appropriate movements depending on their
fitness level.
,Fitour - Basic Group Exercise Instructor
Exam review (Verified Answers)
Arrive early and provide time before and after class to answer questions and to
help with technique
Use transitions that are smooth
Complete First Aid and CPR certifications
Obtain liability insurance
Stay current in the fitness industry
Use waivers and consent forms
Obtain medical releases from physician
Conduct health screening
Conduct fitness assessments
Complete accident reports
Leadership Qualities of Group X Instructor - correct answer ✅Be a good role
model inside AND outside of the gym setting
Demonstrate good form throughout class
Be a good motivator
Acquire proficient communication skills/Be a good communicator
Assume the role of teacher, guide, and coach
Project a professional and positive image
Recognize weakness but capitalize on strengths
The Business of Instructing Group X - correct answer ✅Instructors should
complete and maintain training and certification
Obtain waivers
, Fitour - Basic Group Exercise Instructor
Exam review (Verified Answers)
Medical clearance
Liability insurance- make sure you are protected
Instructors should teach a proper warm up and cool down with stretching
Instructor Employee - correct answer ✅answers to the club management; is
directly monitored by their superior and responds to that superiors; the club
collects membership fees ad schedules the instructor on a regular basis to teach
classes; the club takes taxes out of the instructors paycheck; the club is liable for
injuries that may occur during a group exercise class
Independent Contractor Instructor - correct answer ✅is a fitness professional
who acts independently from their employer; they usually have a contract with a
club to teach various classes for a specific fee; that are responsible for carrying
their own insurance and reporting their income for paying taxes
Marketing yourself - correct answer ✅word of mouth is the best marketing and
promotion an instructor will receive to grow participant numbers
Physical fitness - correct answer ✅an improved physiological state that leads to
improved health and longevity; a set of attributes that people have or can achieve
relating to their ability to perform physical activities
Physiological-Related - correct answer ✅Includes non-performance components
of physical Fitness that relate to biological systems that are influenced by one's
level of habitual physical activity.
Exam review (Verified Answers)
What is Group Exercise formally known as? - correct answer ✅aerobic dance
exercise
What is Group Exercise/Group X - correct answer ✅- exercise in a group setting
has evolved and expanded over the years to encompass several modalities of
exercise including step, hi/lo, kickboxing, cycling, aqua, funk, muscled
conditioning, etc.
- a social interaction workout between instructor and students
Group Exercise Defined - correct answer ✅an exercise format that incorporates
several different modalities of exercise that is taught in group setting by one or
more professionally trained instructors
Group Exercise Instructor Defined - correct answer ✅an individual who is
professionally trained and certified by a nationally recognized organization to
teach individuals in a group setting safe and effective exercises
Responsibilities of Group X Instructor - correct answer ✅Cue Proper Body
Allignment
Provide Intensity Options
See every individual in class
Monitoring heart rate and intensity level
Provide constructive feedback to participants
Encourage participants to select appropriate movements depending on their
fitness level.
,Fitour - Basic Group Exercise Instructor
Exam review (Verified Answers)
Arrive early and provide time before and after class to answer questions and to
help with technique
Use transitions that are smooth
Complete First Aid and CPR certifications
Obtain liability insurance
Stay current in the fitness industry
Use waivers and consent forms
Obtain medical releases from physician
Conduct health screening
Conduct fitness assessments
Complete accident reports
Leadership Qualities of Group X Instructor - correct answer ✅Be a good role
model inside AND outside of the gym setting
Demonstrate good form throughout class
Be a good motivator
Acquire proficient communication skills/Be a good communicator
Assume the role of teacher, guide, and coach
Project a professional and positive image
Recognize weakness but capitalize on strengths
The Business of Instructing Group X - correct answer ✅Instructors should
complete and maintain training and certification
Obtain waivers
, Fitour - Basic Group Exercise Instructor
Exam review (Verified Answers)
Medical clearance
Liability insurance- make sure you are protected
Instructors should teach a proper warm up and cool down with stretching
Instructor Employee - correct answer ✅answers to the club management; is
directly monitored by their superior and responds to that superiors; the club
collects membership fees ad schedules the instructor on a regular basis to teach
classes; the club takes taxes out of the instructors paycheck; the club is liable for
injuries that may occur during a group exercise class
Independent Contractor Instructor - correct answer ✅is a fitness professional
who acts independently from their employer; they usually have a contract with a
club to teach various classes for a specific fee; that are responsible for carrying
their own insurance and reporting their income for paying taxes
Marketing yourself - correct answer ✅word of mouth is the best marketing and
promotion an instructor will receive to grow participant numbers
Physical fitness - correct answer ✅an improved physiological state that leads to
improved health and longevity; a set of attributes that people have or can achieve
relating to their ability to perform physical activities
Physiological-Related - correct answer ✅Includes non-performance components
of physical Fitness that relate to biological systems that are influenced by one's
level of habitual physical activity.
