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Basics and Terminology of Group Lessons
Study Course Description
Course Description Statuss:Approved
Course Description Version:9.00
Study Course Accepted:26.08.2024 15:03:44
| Study Course Information | |||||||||
| Course Code: | SUUK_170 | LQF level: | All Levels | ||||||
| Credit Points: | 2.00 | ECTS: | 3.00 | ||||||
| Branch of Science: | Sports Science | Target Audience: | Sports Trainer | ||||||
| Study Course Supervisor | |||||||||
| Course Supervisor: | Voldemārs Arnis | ||||||||
| Study Course Implementer | |||||||||
| Structural Unit: | Department of Health Psychology and Paedagogy | ||||||||
| The Head of Structural Unit: | |||||||||
| Contacts: | Riga, 3 Cigorinu Street, spk rsu[pnkts]lv, +371 67611559 | ||||||||
| Study Course Planning | |||||||||
| Full-Time - Semester No.1 | |||||||||
| Lectures (count) | 0 | Lecture Length (academic hours) | 0 | Total Contact Hours of Lectures | 0 | ||||
| Classes (count) | 18 | Class Length (academic hours) | 3 | Total Contact Hours of Classes | 54 | ||||
| Total Contact Hours | 54 | ||||||||
| Part-Time - Semester No.1 | |||||||||
| Lectures (count) | 0 | Lecture Length (academic hours) | 0 | Total Contact Hours of Lectures | 0 | ||||
| Classes (count) | 9 | Class Length (academic hours) | 3 | Total Contact Hours of Classes | 27 | ||||
| Total Contact Hours | 27 | ||||||||
| Study course description | |||||||||
| Preliminary Knowledge: | Knowledge of anatomy, sports physiology, sports biochemistry, biomechanics, general pedagogy, general developmental and communication psychology, sports terminology, basic sports training theory, basic nutrition. | ||||||||
| Objective: | Training highly qualified sports professionals (fitness trainers) and the ability to organise and run group classes at a professional level in the field of sport and health. Ability to apply various fitness methods, tools and create awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle for the body. | ||||||||
| Topic Layout (Full-Time) | |||||||||
| No. | Topic | Type of Implementation | Number | Venue | |||||
| 1 | Basic terminology. Structure of the lesson - introduction, main part, final part. Aim and objectives. Tools and methods. Didactical techniques. Intensity and scope. Creation of the outline. | Classes | 2.00 | auditorium | |||||
| 2 | Classical aerobics - class structure. Basic aerobic steps, basic combination of steps, basic principles of creation. Means and methods. Intensity and volume. | Classes | 2.00 | gym | |||||
| 3 | Step aerobics - class structure. Basic steps of step aerobics, basic steps combination, basic principles of creation. Means and methods. Intensity and volume. | Classes | 2.00 | gym | |||||
| 4 | Step aerobics - class structure. Basic steps of step aerobics, basic steps combination, basic principles of creation. Means and methods. Intensity and volume. Group work. | Classes | 2.00 | gym | |||||
| 5 | Functional lesson - lesson structure. Strength exercises, group exercises. Means and methods. Intensity and volume. | Classes | 2.00 | gym | |||||
| 6 | Functional class with different equipment - class structure. Strength exercises, group exercises. Means and methods. Intensity and volume. | Classes | 2.00 | gym | |||||
| 7 | Applying the circle training method in group classes. Lesson structure. Basic principles of lesson design. Tools and methods. Intensity and volume. | Classes | 2.00 | gym | |||||
| 8 | Circuit training using different equipment - structure, aim and objectives. Methods and means. Volume and intensity. | Classes | 2.00 | gym | |||||
| 9 | Conducting practical classes. Working in groups. | Classes | 2.00 | gym | |||||
| Topic Layout (Part-Time) | |||||||||
| No. | Topic | Type of Implementation | Number | Venue | |||||
| 1 | Basic terminology. Structure of the lesson - introduction, main part, final part. Aim and objectives. Tools and methods. Didactical techniques. Intensity and scope. Creation of the outline. | Classes | 1.00 | auditorium | |||||
| 2 | Classical aerobics - class structure. Basic aerobic steps, basic combination of steps, basic principles of creation. Means and methods. Intensity and volume. | Classes | 1.00 | gym | |||||
| 3 | Step aerobics - class structure. Basic steps of step aerobics, basic steps combination, basic principles of creation. Means and methods. Intensity and volume. | Classes | 1.00 | gym | |||||
| 4 | Step aerobics - class structure. Basic steps of step aerobics, basic steps combination, basic principles of creation. Means and methods. Intensity and volume. Group work. | Classes | 1.00 | gym | |||||
| 5 | Functional lesson - lesson structure. Strength exercises, group exercises. Means and methods. Intensity and volume. | Classes | 1.00 | gym | |||||
| 6 | Functional class with different equipment - class structure. Strength exercises, group exercises. Means and methods. Intensity and volume. | Classes | 1.00 | gym | |||||
| 7 | Applying the circle training method in group classes. Lesson structure. Basic principles of lesson design. Tools and methods. Intensity and volume. | Classes | 1.00 | gym | |||||
| 8 | Circuit training using different equipment - structure, aim and objectives. Methods and means. Volume and intensity. | Classes | 1.00 | gym | |||||
| 9 | Conducting practical classes. Working in groups. | Classes | 1.00 | gym | |||||
| Assessment | |||||||||
| Unaided Work: | Group work, outline development and implementation, lesson presentation. | ||||||||
| Assessment Criteria: | Knowledge, skills and competences on task performance, productive group work, learning discussions, attitudes, individual development dynamics. Upon fulfilment of the above conditions, the student will sit the practical examination and receive a grade. | ||||||||
| Final Examination (Full-Time): | Exam | ||||||||
| Final Examination (Part-Time): | Exam | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | |||||||||
| Knowledge: | 1. Acquire theoretical knowledge about the structure, content, organisation and delivery of a lesson. 2. Knowledge of the basic principles of lesson design. 3. Knowledge of the different methods and tools for conducting group activities. | ||||||||
| Skills: | 1. Acquire practical skills in organising and conducting a lesson. 2. Be able to create and apply basic aerobic steps and combinations of basic steps in a group class. 3. Be able to create a complex of strength exercises in a group class using different forms of organisation, methods and means. 4. Develop an understanding of the harmonious development of the body and the importance of health promotion. | ||||||||
| Competencies: | Organisational, individual, pedagogical, intellectual: 1. Understand the structure and content of a group lesson. 2. Understand the importance of using different methods and tools in group activities. 3. Skilful use of a range of didactical techniques in group activities. 4. Develop and apply a combination of basic aerobic steps. 5. Integration of strength exercises in group classes. | ||||||||
| Bibliography | |||||||||
| No. | Reference | ||||||||
| Required Reading | |||||||||
| 1 | Krauksts V. Treniņu procesa periodizācija. Rīga, 2022. | ||||||||
| 2 | Kennedy- Armbruster, C. Methods of group exercise instruction. Human Kinetics, 2014. | ||||||||
| 3 | Roinnestad, B. Concurrent Aerobic and Strength Training: Scientific Basics and Practical Application. Springer Inernational Publishing, 2019. | ||||||||
| 4 | Fernāte A. Sporta treniņu teorijas pamati. Rīga, 2002. | ||||||||
| 5 | Švinks U. Vispārattīstošie vingrojumi sporta stundā. Rīga, 2004. | ||||||||
