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Different Types of Group Activities

Study Course Description

Course Description Statuss:Approved
Course Description Version:5.00
Study Course Accepted:22.06.2022 15:17:42
Study Course Information
Course Code:SUUK_169LQF level:Level 5
Credit Points:2.00ECTS:3.00
Branch of Science:Sports ScienceTarget Audience:Sports Trainer
Study Course Supervisor
Course Supervisor:Anita Gauruča
Study Course Implementer
Structural Unit:Department of Sports and Nutrition
The Head of Structural Unit:
Contacts:Riga, 3 Cigorinu Street, suukatrsu[pnkts]lv, +371 67611559
Study Course Planning
Part-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)0Lecture Length (academic hours)0Total Contact Hours of Lectures0
Classes (count)17Class Length (academic hours)3Total Contact Hours of Classes51
Total Contact Hours51
Study course description
Preliminary Knowledge:
Systematic attendance of group classes, good physical fitness, sense of music and rhythm, skills in choreography.
Objective:
To promote practical and theoretical knowledge of choreography and the use of various equipment in aerobics classes, as well as learn how to modify the class according to the physical fitness of attendees.
Topic Layout (Part-Time)
No.TopicType of ImplementationNumberVenue
1Theoretical part: muscle strength, muscular endurance, principles of strength training in aerobics. Effective performance of strength exercises. Practical part: strength training exercises for different muscle groups in the partner.Classes2.00gym
2Theoretical part: technical performance for abdominal muscles strengthening, back muscles, hips, hand assembly exercises, posture and movement support lying down. Practical part: a range of exercises for the muscles and postures mentioned above. Home assignment.Classes2.00gym
3Homework check.Classes1.00gym
4Theoretical part: interval and lap training in aerobics, basic principles. Practical part: interval training. Homework and test.Classes1.00gym
5Use of Body Bar in aerobics. Homework and test.Classes1.00gym
6Use of Espander (Exertube) in Aerobics. Home assignment.Classes1.00gym
7Homework test. Practical part: Dumbbell Aerobics. Home assignment.Classes1.00gym
8Test of homework. Theoretical part: peculiarities of training with Fitball. Practical part: Fitball lessons. Home assignment.Classes1.00gym
9Theoretical part: Theory of step aerobics.Classes1.00gym
10Typical step aerobics lesson. Home assignment.Classes1.00gym
11Step lesson with power direction. Home task.Classes1.00gym
12Homework check. Practical part: Step interval training and step aerobics in the dance style.Classes1.00gym
13Theoretical part: flexibility, methods for developing flexibility. Practical part: range of flexibility exercises.Classes1.00gym
14Theoretical part: Psychological aspects of working with clients. Practical part: Preparing for the state aerobics exam.Classes2.00gym
Assessment
Unaided Work:
Creation and demonstration of different exercise sets for specific muscle groups with and without equipment. Compilation of a small training program.
Assessment Criteria:
Group lesson presentation.
Final Examination (Full-Time):
Final Examination (Part-Time):Exam
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:As a result of the study course students will: tell about choreography preparation and teaching methods; be able to describe different types of aerobics classes; describe the training methods of the exercises; will be able to describe physiological and biomechanical processes during aerobic exercise; evaluate safe and non-traumatic exercise techniques; will be able to list the basic principles of choosing a musical accompaniment.
Skills:As a result of the study course students will be able to: perform various aerobic steps and their combinations, use different equipment in aerobics classes; demonstrate and explain strength and flexibility exercise techniques.
Competencies:As a result of the study course students will be able to: plan and conduct a full aerobics lesson, apply pedagogical and psychological knowledge during the course management; apply an appropriate type of load dosing in aerobic classes.
Bibliography
No.Reference
Required Reading
1N.Jaružnijs, O.Tanne. Ceļvedis vingrošanas teorijā un metodikā. Rīga, LSPA, 2001.
2I.Auziņa. Lielā fitnesa grāmata. Rīga, Zvaigzne ABC, 2000.
3L.Robinsone, G.Tomsone. Vingrošanas rokasgrāmata. Pilates. Rīga, Zvaigzne ABC, 2002.
Additional Reading
1Dr.James M. Rippe. Target your fitness and weight management goals, Finland, 1994.
2Ute Haas, M.Sc., Tarja Suomi, M.Sc., Raija Laukkanen, Ph.D., Precision Aerobics, Finland, 1996.
3Ivonne Lin. Precision Sports Aerobics, Finland, 1996.
4R.Bringell „Pilates a beginners guide” D&S books, 2001.
5C.Pinckney, B.Cantini „New Callanetics” Ein Journal fur die Frau Buch Ullstein Buchverlage 1998.
Other Information Sources
1ISAT (International School of Aerobic Training), USA.
2Institute Reebok. Stepa aerobikas metodiskie materiāli.
3Top Gun Advanced instructor training by Lashaun Dale, Moscow, 1998.