Plan and Deliver Group Indoor Cycling
Section 3: Plan and deliver an indoor cycling session When planning any indoor cycling session, there are some key factors to consider when ensuring it is safe, effective, and enjoyable for all participants.
Key considerations Safety/screening When planning for any session, the first consideration is that it will be safe for anyone who wishes to participate. It is therefore advisable that all participants undergo some type of pre-exercise screening using the methods detailed in the Principles of Planning and Delivering Group Exercise (L/618/6381) unit.
Aims and Objectives of the session An indoor cycling class should be more than just pedalling on a stationary bike while listening to high energy music and having a great workout. Establishing and communicating specific aims and objectives provides focus, gives purpose and direction for the participants. An expert indoor cycling instructor can alter and adapt the class to meet the wishes and expectations of everyone, even those with more demanding/selective fitness goals.
Planning an indoor cycling session Whatever the session goals, the structure should still follow that of any group exercise session (as detailed in Principles of Planning and Delivering Group Exercise) unit ie: •
Warm-up to prepare the body for the activity to follow. -
Mobility and pulse raiser.
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Main workout to work specific components of fitness (session type/genre).
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Cool-down and flexibility to return the body to a non-exercising state. -
Developmental and maintenance stretches.
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Relaxation.
When planning your indoor cycling session you should consider the following:
The session “journey” Rather than simply treating the indoor cycling class as a workout with a start and a finish, including a route/journey profile will greatly aid in the enjoyment for your class. A profile is a picture of an imaginary journey that you are going to take your class participants on. An effective and varied journey profile will not only help prevent boredom but also cater for different fitness goals within a mixed ability group class. Plan and Deliver Group Indoor Cycling | Manual | Version 1 © YMCA Awards 2021
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