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One Practical Examination and one teaching session of one hour duration in total, weighted at 25% each, assessing learning outcome 1.
written lesson plan weighted at 25%, of approximately 750 words, assessing learning outcomes 1 and 2.
A written reflection weighted at 25%, of approximately 750 words, assessing learning outcomes 2 and 3.

Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback / assessment:
Practical examination: students will be required to 1) instruct a short section of an exercise to music session (25% of mark) (learning outcome 1), and 2) train a client on a one-to-one basis (25% of mark) (learning outcome 1). Students will be assessed on their ability to instruct, observe, correct, provide feedback/advice, provide encouragement, adhere to safety principles, demonstrate knowledge, and ability to ensure that the session is appropriate to the needs of the individual(s).

The written lesson plan (25%) will be of the exercise to music session, providing detail of the activities undertaken, the opportunities for adaptation and progression, and the application of theoretical knowledge (learning outcomes 1 and 2)

The written reflection (25%) is to contain a reflection on the personal training session, emphasising positive aspects and areas where improvement was required, and the extent to which the session enabled the performer to progress. The reflection should be supported by using and integrating knowledge gained from other modules (learning outcome 3)

Students will be provided with the opportunity to practice their teaching and communication skills, and to observe, analyse, reflect on and modify them, using video and formative feedback from tutors and peers.

- Dance studio with suitable flooring, mirrors, to accommodate a class of at least 20, containing music centre with recording, playing and speed up/down facilities
- Music and music licence
- A suitably-equipped gym, containing cardiovascular equipment (treadmills, rowers, exercise bikes), free weights and fixed-path resistance machines
- Resistance bands, mats, steps, medicine ball and fit balls
- Suitably-equipped lecture room
- Internet access sufficient to access blackboard

Contact Hours: (36)
Practical sessions - 24 hours
Lectures - 12 hours in total

Independent Study Hours: (114)
Reading - 30 hours
Extending notes - 20 hours
Practice for practical assessment - 40 hours
Assessment preparation for written work - 24 hours

Students will be encouraged to use knowledge gained in the subdisciplines of sport and exercise, as well as contemporary research, to assist in the planning and designing of safe and effective exercise/training sessions that are relevant to the performer (e.g. based on personal lifestyle needs and goals). This knowledge may include aspects of health and fitness, exercise adherence, behaviour change, lifestyle management, sociological perspectives, anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, and movement analysis, depending on the modules that have been, or are being, studied. Instructing/coaching/teaching skills will be developed. Students will be provided with the opportunity to practice their teaching and communication skills, and to observe, analyse, reflect on and modify them, in order to ensure that the performer progresses. The organisational context of fitness instruction and personal training (skills, qualifications, register of exercise professionals), including requirements for self-employment as well as working in a club, will be considered, as well as risk assessment, duty of care, health and safety, data protection, legal requirements and professional obligations particular to fitness instruction and personal training.