Course Category: Foundations

Group Facilitator Training: The SilverSneakers® Way

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Course Introduction

Welcome to the Group Facilitator Training: The SilverSneakers Way online training. The purpose of this course is to introduce you to the SilverSneakers brand, members, and purpose. Throughout this training, you will deepen your knowledge of the SilverSneakers mission and programming. You will also develop skills to better interact and communicate with SilverSneakers members in a positive and effective way.

Course Learning Objectives

By completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Recognize the benefits of the SilverSneakers Way to its members and clients.
  • Interact with the SilverSneakers audience with purpose, respect and positivity.
  • Demonstrate leadership to SilverSneakers members through professionalism and excellent communication.

Course Directions 

Step One: Review the content

The Group Facilitator Training: The SilverSneakers Way online training includes three learning units and corresponding lessons. To progress through the lesson material, click “next” at the bottom of the page. To complete each unit, answer the questions in the unit review quizzes. You can review your completed lessons through the table of contents at any time during the course.

Step Two: Complete the assessment

All content, including videos and quizzes, is required. After reviewing the course material, you must successfully complete the final assessment with a score of 70% or above.

Step Three: Download your course completion certificate

After completing this course, you can download your Tivity continuing education certificate from your profile at instructor.tivityhealth.com. Keep your profile up-to-date and complete all required continuing education.

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SilverSneakers® Foundations

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Course Introduction

Thank you for registering for the SilverSneakers Foundations instructor training. The purpose of the SilverSneakers instructor training program is to consistently offer instructors the latest information, research updates, and practical tools to deliver SilverSneakers classes in the safest and most effective way. Whether you are a new or seasoned instructor, this course will give you an introduction to leading group exercise classes specifically for SilverSneakers members.

Course Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe the key components of the SilverSneakers fitness program and signature SilverSneakers classes.
  • Apply the principles of exercise science, human anatomy, and exercise recommendations for chronic conditions to movement design and exercise selection for older adults.
  • Apply principles and methods of training to improve health-related components of fitness, fall prevention, and cognitive health.
  • Apply leadership skills and communication principles to enhance exercise instruction.
  • Recognize the legal issues and professional responsibilities of being a SilverSneakers instructor.

Course Directions

Step One: Review the content

The Foundations training includes four learning units and corresponding lessons. Each unit contains a study guide to help guide you through the information. To progress through the lesson material, click “next” at the bottom of the page. To complete each unit, answer the questions in the unit review quizzes. You can review your completed lessons through the table of contents at any time during the course.

Step Two: Complete the assessment

All content, including videos and quizzes, is required. After reviewing the course material, you must successfully complete the final assessment.

Step Three: Download your course completion certificate

After completing this course, you can download your continuing education certificate from your profile at https://instructor.tivityhealth.com. If you plan to teach a signature SilverSneakers class, you must complete the corresponding format training for the class you plan to teach.

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