When teaching the adult learner, create a welcoming, motivating and trusting space.
Most people have been lucky enough to have teachers who left a lasting impression on their lives. Think about one of your favorite mentors or instructors. What made him or her so special? And what can you do to create the same experience in your own ...
What does the fitness industry look like from the younger generation-s perspective?
About 30 years ago, the first wave of group fitness instructors (known then as aerobics teachers) got their start in an industry yet to be defined. Many of those people are still teaching and training, yet as the industry grows and changes, continuing to ...
Congratulations! Your years of hard work as a top-notch group fitness instructor or personal fitness trainer have finally paid off and you are being promoted to a management position. While it may be tempting to bask in your success now, experts warn ...
Four experienced program directors share strategies for shaping new group fitness instructors.
As group fitness becomes more specialized, the demand grows for experienced instructors who possess that magic combination of high energy and charisma. Many program directors face staffing shortages and have to find creative ways to recruit talent. ...
Use a variety of simple techniques to reinvigorate your classes.
If you are fresh out of instructing ideas, see it as a wake-up call. Lack of inspiration can be an occupational hazard for a fitness instructor. If your students are starting to find your routines humdrum, it's time for a class makeover. The good news: ...
W What today's most innovative program directors predict your members will be asking for in the future. By Dia n e L o fshul t GROUP FITNESS Trendwatch The world has changed drastically since our last Group Fitness Trendwatch report. People everywhere are ...
IDEA members find great value in membership and each other.
At times, inspiring the world to fitness can be a challenging task. You have the enthusiasm and drive, but going it alone is tough. That's why it's so helpful to know you're part of a network of fitness professionals. IDEA membership is about belonging to ...
It has been only 2 years since IDEA began tracking the popularity of core conditioning classes versus conventional abdominals classes on our annual Fitness Programs - Equipment Survey. In that short time span, the number of fitness facilities offering ...
2006 IDEA World Fitness-What a BLAST!I can't wait until San Diego!
This year IDEA is thrilled to be celebrating its silver anniversary-its 25th year in existence. As part of the gala 25th celebration, the annual IDEA World Fitness Convention has many special surprises in store! Attendance at the event has grown from the ...
MASTER CLASS It Starts With You KymberlyWilliamsEvans, MA, talks about the importance of bringing something in and sending something out. Veteran fitness industry professional KymberlyWilliams-Evans, MA, might be educating ...
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It Starts With You, Master Class With Kymberly Williams-Evans