Nordic Walking Instructor course
Nordic Walking Instructor courseNordic walking courses
TRIP DESCRIPTION
The first Nordic walking instructor course of Level 1 is coming to Granada. Nordic walking is a physical activity which is dynamic, efficient and suitable for everyone. It involves the whole body in a symmetrical and balanced way. The course is taught by an instructor of FENWA (Federación Española de Nordic Walking).
Content and course schedule:
Objectives of the instructor training:
- strengthen the Nordic walking technique ALFA 247
- provide pedagogical knowledge and teaching tools for instructor Level 1
- learn the basics of Nordic walking trainings and plan one complete session
- learn how to teach the Nordic walking technique
Day 1: Saturday, 25th June 2016
9:35-9:55
– introduction candidates and educator
– objectives of the course and of the group
9:55-11:30 theory
– introduction Nordic walking, history, benefits, risks, levels,
– information about the ALFA technique and equipment
11:30-11:40 move to outdoor practice
11:40-13:50 practice
– 1st time review the 7 steps
– 2nd time review the 7 steps
– 1st time teaching in groups of two
13:50-15:00 lunch break
15:00-15:30 theory
– video Nordic Fitness
– review the 2 movements, the 4 phases and the 7 steps (ALFA 247 method)
– theoretical explanation of different versions of Nordic walking: uphill/downhill and technical types
15:30-15:35 move to outdoor practice
15:35-17:15 practice
– 3rd time review the 7 steps with advanced exercises
– 2nd time teaching in groups of two
– variations uphill/downhill
– first individual video shots of the basic technique
17:15-17:30 break
17:30-20:00 theory
– video analysis
– analysis of the movement: rule of the three O’s
– training methods
– anatomy
– rules and first aid
20:00-20:10 theoretical examination and end
Day 2: Sunday, 26th June 2016
9:05-11:00 practice
– warm-up and mobilisation (with or without music)
– walking with music (rhythm and bit)
– strengthening exercises
– improving own Nordic walking technique
– 4th time review the 7 steps with fun games and exercises
11:00-11:20 break
11:20-13:30 practice
– 3rd time teaching in groups of two/three
– final review of the individual technique
– presentation and experience other possible techniques
13:30-14:30 lunch break
14:30-14:45 preparation final class
– final review of didactics and methodology
– setting up a training session
– principles of didactics and methodology
– participants prepare their own class
14:45-14:50 move to outdoor practice
14:50-16:00 practice
explanation each topic for 5 minutes
16:00-16:05 move to class
16:05-17:00 theory
– organisation/marketing
– model of competences
– certificate presentation and end
Price: 299€
Location: GranadaDuration: 2 days
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TRIP DESCRIPTION
The first Nordic walking instructor course of Level 1 is coming to Granada. Nordic walking is a physical activity which is dynamic, efficient and suitable for everyone. It involves the whole body in a symmetrical and balanced way. The course is taught by an instructor of FENWA (Federación Española de Nordic Walking).
Content and course schedule:
Objectives of the instructor training:
- strengthen the Nordic walking technique ALFA 247
- provide pedagogical knowledge and teaching tools for instructor Level 1
- learn the basics of Nordic walking trainings and plan one complete session
- learn how to teach the Nordic walking technique
Day 1: Saturday, 25th June 2016
9:35-9:55
– introduction candidates and educator
– objectives of the course and of the group
9:55-11:30 theory
– introduction Nordic walking, history, benefits, risks, levels,
– information about the ALFA technique and equipment
11:30-11:40 move to outdoor practice
11:40-13:50 practice
– 1st time review the 7 steps
– 2nd time review the 7 steps
– 1st time teaching in groups of two
13:50-15:00 lunch break
15:00-15:30 theory
– video Nordic Fitness
– review the 2 movements, the 4 phases and the 7 steps (ALFA 247 method)
– theoretical explanation of different versions of Nordic walking: uphill/downhill and technical types
15:30-15:35 move to outdoor practice
15:35-17:15 practice
– 3rd time review the 7 steps with advanced exercises
– 2nd time teaching in groups of two
– variations uphill/downhill
– first individual video shots of the basic technique
17:15-17:30 break
17:30-20:00 theory
– video analysis
– analysis of the movement: rule of the three O’s
– training methods
– anatomy
– rules and first aid
20:00-20:10 theoretical examination and end
Day 2: Sunday, 26th June 2016
9:05-11:00 practice
– warm-up and mobilisation (with or without music)
– walking with music (rhythm and bit)
– strengthening exercises
– improving own Nordic walking technique
– 4th time review the 7 steps with fun games and exercises
11:00-11:20 break
11:20-13:30 practice
– 3rd time teaching in groups of two/three
– final review of the individual technique
– presentation and experience other possible techniques
13:30-14:30 lunch break
14:30-14:45 preparation final class
– final review of didactics and methodology
– setting up a training session
– principles of didactics and methodology
– participants prepare their own class
14:45-14:50 move to outdoor practice
14:50-16:00 practice
explanation each topic for 5 minutes
16:00-16:05 move to class
16:05-17:00 theory
– organisation/marketing
– model of competences
– certificate presentation and end
299€
Activity Level Descriptions
REItrips
(1) Relaxed: Adventure travel at its most relaxed pace.
- Activity: 1-3 hours most days
- Distances: walk less than 3 miles most days
- Surfaces: flat terrain
- Elevation change: little to none
- Altitude: less than 3,000 ft
(2) Easy: Great for newcomers to active travel.
- Activity: 2-5 hours most days
- Distances: hike up to 6 miles, cycle 10-30 miles most days
- Surfaces: flat or rolling terrain with some possible steeps
- Elevation change: up to 2,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 6,000 ft
(3) Moderate: For outdoor novices and above.
- Activity: 4-6 hours most days
- Distances: hike up to 10 miles most days, cycle 20-40 miles most days
- Surfaces: rolling or mountainous terrain with some steep ascents/descents and uneven trails
- Elevation change: up to 3,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 10,000 ft
(4) Vigorous: Recommended for fir travelers with basic skills.
- Activity: 5-8 hours most days
- Distances: hike up to 12 miles most days, cycle 30-50 miles most days
- Surfaces: mountainous, exposed terrain with steep ascents/descents and uneven trails
- Elevation change: up to 4,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 14,000 ft
- Experience and a doctor's release may be required
(5) Strenuous: Designed for very fit travelers.
- Activity: 10+ hours/day
- Distances: hike up to 12 miles most days, cycle 50 miles or more miles most days
- Surfaces: remote mountainous, exposed terrain with steep ascents/descents, uneven trails with loose features.
- Elevation change: up to 4,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 14,000 ft
- Experience and a doctor's release may be required
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Sierra&Sol | Ecotourism guided hiking and trekking tours in southern Spain
Placeta de Liñan 5
18010 Granada, España
