DEFFIT004 — Instruct a workplace physical training session

1 Prepare for a physical training session

• 1.1Receive session plan and other planning information from the unit physical training coordinator.
• 1.2Clarify unclear aspects of the planning information with the coordinator.
• 1.3Confirm physical training aims and objectives of the group against the allocated session plan.
• 1.4Rehearse physical training session and activities to ensure correct technique and method of delivery are followed.
• 1.5Review session safety risk management plan and apply in the local area and environment and clarify points of doubt of the physical training session from appropriate persons.
• 1.6Consider current Defence injury prevention techniques and apply to the session plan to avoid potentially harmful practices in the session plan.
• 1.7Identify and organise resources to enable the physical training session to occur in accordance with the session plan.

2 Conduct a basic physical training session

• 2.1Dress appropriately for the conduct of the planned physical training session.
• 2.2Deliver pre-class instructions to ensure the group is informed and prepared to commence the session.
• 2.3Deliver warm-up instruction to ensure participants are physically and mentally prepared for the session.
• 2.4Conduct session to achieve a physical training outcome as detailed in the session plan using appropriate methods of instruction.
• 2.5Apply and monitor correct technique/s for safety and efficiency during the session.
• 2.6Demonstrate, adjust and correct common technical errors.
• 2.7Deliver cool-down instruction to bring the participants back to a resting state.
• 2.8Review own performance.

3 Motivate participants

• 3.1Apply motivational techniques to achieve the desired physical effort and exercise intensity.
• 3.2Provide constructive and positive feedback to participants in order to guide and recognise performance.
• 3.3Assist and accommodate those in the class with poor coordination or are less skilled performers.
• 3.4Monitor and adjust participants’ exercise intensity as required.

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