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FITOUR PRIMARY GROUP
EXERCISE CERTIFICATI ON EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS
Question 1: Group Exercise - An exercise format that
incorporates several different modalities of exercise that is taught in a group setting by one or more professionally trained instructors.
CORRECT ANSW ER: Group Exercise
Question 2: Group Exercise Instructor - An individual
who is professionally trained and certified by a nationally recognized organization to teach individuals in a group setting safe and effective exercises.
CORRECT ANSWER: Group Exercise Instructor
Question 3: Responsibilities of a Group X Instructor -
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
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movements depending on their fitness level, 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
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, 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
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Question 4: Leadership Qualities - Be a good role model
inside and outside the gym, Demonstrate good form, Be a good motivator, Be a good communicator, Assume the role of teacher, guide and coach, Project a professional and positive image, Recognize weaknesses but capitalize on strengths
CORRECT ANSWER: Be a good role model inside and
outside the gym, Demonstrate good form, Be a good motivator, Be a good communicator, Assume the role of teacher, guide and coach, Project a professional and positive image, Recognize weaknesses but capitalize on strengths
Question 5: The Business of Instructing Group X -
Instructors should complete and maintain training and certification, Obtain waivers, Medical clearance, Liability insurance- make sure you are protected, Instructors should teach a proper warm up and cool down with stretching
CORRECT ANSWER: Instructors should complete and
maintain training and certification, Obtain waivers, Medical clearance, Liability insurance- make sure you are
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protected, Instructors should teach a proper warm up and cool down with stretching
Question 6: Employee vs independent contractors -
Instructor employee IE answers to club management. The club is liable for injuries, Independent contractor instructor ICI must carry her own liability insurance and responsible for reporting income and paying taxes
CORRECT ANSWER: Instructor employee IE answers
to club management. The club is liable for injuries, Independent contractor instructor ICI must carry her own liability insurance and responsible for reporting income and paying taxes
Question 7: Marketing yourself and your class - Word of
mouth is the best marketing, Write press releases in local magazines and newspapers, Health fairs, School teachers, Provide fitness topics and tips, Book yourself to speak at health and fitness functions
CORRECT ANSWER: Word of mouth is the best
marketing, Write press releases in local magazines and newspapers, Health fairs, School teachers, Provide fitness