Plan and deliver personal training

Instruct clients in fitness activities

Respond to Rob's concerns about the instructional methods used

You have reviewed the instructional methods that you intend to use to lead the program with the group of three clients at Barrymores. Whilst the group is happy with the methods you intend to use to instruct them, Rob has a few concerns.

Rob responds:

"The music really helps me. I can focus on the rhythm of the music as I do the activities. Make sure you give me plenty of verbal explanations of what we need to do as you show us the activities."

Points to consider

People can learn in ways other than their preferred style but should not be forced to learn in ways that they do not like. You need to consider the range of instructional techniques that are available to you and how they match the clients' preferred learning styles. Remember that, although a person may have a preferred learning style, they will be able to relate to a number different instructional techniques.

Tutorial hints

Have a look at the learning resources that describe the different types of instructional methods that can be used in teaching people how to participate in a fitness program. Make sure you understand the relationships between each instructional technique and the learning style to which it most relates.

What would you say to Rob about the verbal explanations for the activities?

	Tell him to pay close attention to the detail as you demonstrate each activity and don't be distracted by your talking.
	Tell him to read up on the detail in the written instructions as you demonstrate how each activity is to be performed.
	Tell him you will talk through each activity as you demonstrate it.