The Spin City Strength & Conditioning Course will provide you with key theoretical knowledge about strength and conditioning; we will define terms, explore benefits and risks, training guidelines, principles and methods. This will be supported by practical exercises on the ground and across a range of pole and aerial equipment.
This course is recommended for all certified pole and aerial instructors.
Online Course Cost: £170
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Course requirements
You will need:
- To meet the minimum age requirement of 18 years or older.
- Access to the internet via a PC, laptop, or mobile device.
- Access to a pole, hoop, silk, or sling in appropriate training environment is beneficial.
- A minimum of 2 hours’ study/training time per week (to complete the course within the 1-year deadline).
Course units
This course will aim to provide you with a resource that helps you to develop your knowledge and understanding of the underlying science behind strength and conditioning.
UNIT 1 – Defining Strength and Conditioning
- The components of fitness explained
- Strength & conditioning and other common terms defined
- Different types of strength
UNIT 2 – Strength and Conditioning – the benefits
- Factors affecting the body’s response to strength and conditioning
- The physiological effects of strength and conditioning on the systems of the body
- The psychological benefits of strength and conditioning exercise
UNIT 3 – The risks of strength & conditioning
- Risks for injury
- The growing body and strength exercise
- Risks for and signs of overtraining
- Recognising body dysmorphia
UNIT 4 – Getting Specific with Strength and Conditioning
- Training for the components of fitness
- The strength-endurance continuum – understanding sets, repetitions and rest
UNIT 5 – Programming and Principles
- Know the recommended guidelines for strength training
- The principles of exercise applied to strength and conditioning
UNIT 6 – Training Methods
- Warming up and cooling down
- Basic methods for strength and conditioning
- Advanced methods for progress
UNIT 7 – Pole and Aerial Specific Exercises
- Pole Fitness Exercises
- Aerial Hoop Exercises
- Aerial Fabric Exercises
- Floor Based Training
UNIT 8 – Class Planning
- Strength and Conditioning within existing classes
- Strength and Conditioning Specific Lesson Plans
- Move Specific Strength and Conditioning Plans
Course assessment
This course has a theory assessment only; questions related to each unit of the course and are multiple choice, or short answers.
You will have 1 year from the date you are enrolled onto the course to complete the online study and assessment.
Continuing Education Units
Spin City is is recognised by the Athletics and Fitness Association of America and the National Academy of Sports Medicine as an Approved Continuing Education Provider. By completing the Spin City Strength and Conditioning for Pole and Aerial Course, members of these organisations can earn:
- 1.0 AFAA CEUs
- 1.0 NASM CEUs