HIIT and Tabata training

Our group exercise classes evolve over the years as new research surfaces and clients have more specific goals and expectations.  As group exercise instructors, we need to stay on top of what is most effective and also interesting for our members.

Pilates

Pilates has been a buzz word for a few years now and so ‘core’ , ‘power house’, ‘energy centre…. I teach it everyday and still find people wanting to attend classes but not sure exactly what they entail and who would benefit from them.

why do clients choose group classes?

As a group exercise instructor, our goal is to motivate clients to continue to exercise for a long term healthy life.  Training in a group creates wonderful energy and encourages members to return day after day. I believe that if we don't enjoy the exercise session and feel a sense of accomplishment, the chances of people continuing is very slim.

What is yoga?

In the past, the more specialized disciplines would be available only at private gyms but of late, they have been introduced into our mainstream health clubs.  This makes it then more accessible to clients that might not have had the opportunity to attempt them.

Scope of Practice for a Group Exercise Instructor

The most commonly asked questions on any of my instructor courses are around scope of practice.  It is not possible to guide every possible scenario especially when dealing with the public. Most importantly for us is to know where we fit in the fitness professional training arena.  As a group training instructor is when to refer to doctor, physiotherapist or a bio.

Burnout – identifying and avoiding it

I believe it happens to all of us from time to time, most commonly when we just get started with our teaching.  It's so exciting and the adrenaline is addictive.  We also know that the more we teach the more confident and comfortable we feel.  But all too often, just after we get qualified, we take on every single class made available to us.  It is difficult to say ‘no’ but it is also important to remember that our bodies and our health are our business and we should care for it as the investment it is.

Breathing techniques for exercising…

Breathing is what most of us do without a second thought but it is an essential part of living and so an essential part of training.

upcoming workshop information

Class Descriptions 2 continued…

We have covered the Conditioning, Step and Strength training classes so far , now moving onto;

Choosing the ‘right’ music for your group exercise classes

Without fail, I get asked about music choice and availability at every workshop I teach.Music plays such an integral part of our group exercise classes and therefore makes choosing the right type, speed and style of music so important.

Group Exercise Class Descriptions

There is often a confusion and the the content of aerobic classes with the class names changing over the years.  Here follows a few key classes and content for both group exercise instructors and clients.

Water Aerobics

There is a perception out there that water aerobics is for the elderly. Exercising in water has so many benefits.

Why Jemco Fitness?

Creating a continued education company…. What still never ceases to amaze me is how much we have developed as human beings but still how little we know about the incredible human body.  The fitness industry feels much the same to me. 

Choosing the right workout shoes

How important is it to choose the correct shoes when exercising? Wearing the correct shoes can make a difference during as well as after your workout.

About Myself

 I have been in the fitness industry for over 27 years now. Along the way I have qualified in every discipline available from step to slide to dance, box and so on for a variety of clients such as the elderly, obese, athletes and also pre and post-natal clients.