1. Chapter 3
Fitness Instruction

2. Instructor vs. Consultant
Instructor- Employed by a company to be a trainer for them
Consultant- self-employed trainer
What are the two times of the year that trainers see a dramatic increase in clients?

3. Are you fit for the job? Personality and characteristics: Appearance:
Caring, knowledgeable, motivational, good sense of humor, leadership skills, positive attitude
People person
Appearance:
Do you look healthy? Physically fit?
Jobs: Personal trainers, fitness specialists, exercise leaders, health/fitness directors, health/fitness instructors, and strength and conditioning specialists
Education background: Depends on what type of certification you want to get p.3-5
**All certification requires that you are certified in CPR!** Can not take the certification test unless you are certified!

4. Working with your clients
Establishing rapport
Learn and remember some personal information about the client
Establishing good communication
Take part in communicating with your client. They may be intimidated by you, so make sure and keep lines of communication open!

5. First session with your client
Make advance contact
Call and remind your client about the appointment. Let the client know what you will be doing and let them know an estimated length of the appointment (1-1 ½ hours). Tell them to wear lose clothing and bring water
At the first and every meeting
Always greet with smile and handshake
Have an enthusiastic attitude

6. First session cont Your appearance Extra time for 1st visit
Your level of fitness, your exercise clothing and your attitude will all influence your success
Dress accordingly
Extra time for 1st visit
Allow for 1 ½ hours: 30 minutes for disclaimers and other paperwork (insurance forms, personal information sheet, goals, etc)
Walk them through the techniques on all machines
DO NOT DO STRENOUS EXERCISE AT THIS VISIT!!!

7. First session cont Educational materials
Your client will appreciate any information you can give them: brochures, pamphlets, and other handouts that tell them about you and your fitness program
What to include:
Informative websites, injury prevention, correct lifting techniques, ICE (for the client with injuries)
The client should sign an informed consent form (liability release) before you begin services to him/her

8. Trainer Pamphlet/Info
Make your informational pamphlet…