SilverSneakers Format – Page 2 – Instructor Resource Center

SilverSneakers BOOM^TM MOVE

Course Introduction

This course will prepare instructors to teach the BOOM MOVE class format.

After completing the SilverSneakers BOOM MOVE training, you will:

Identify the health and fitness goals of BOOM MOVE.
Describe BOOM MOVE’s target audience.
Create safe and effective exercise segments appropriate for BOOM MOVE.
Describe the five class segments of BOOM MOVE.
Apply leadership and teaching principles to the BOOM MOVE format.

Course Directions

Step One: Review the content

The BOOM MOVE training includes four learning units and corresponding lessons. To progress through the lesson material, click “next” at the bottom of the page. At any time during the course, you can review your completed lessons through the table of contents.

Step Two: Complete the assessment

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 instructor.tivityhealth.com. Keep your profile up-to-date and complete all required continuing education.

SilverSneakers^® Yoga Online Training

Course Learning Objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

Identify the health and fitness goals of SilverSneakers Yoga
Describe the Yoga target audience
Create safe and effective choreography segments appropriate for Yoga
Describe the 5 class segments of Yoga
Apply leadership and teaching skills to the Yoga format.

Course Directions

Step One: Review the content

This training includes learning units and corresponding lessons. To progress through the lesson material, click “next’ at the bottom of the page. At any time during the course, you can review your completed lessons through the table of contents. Be sure to complete the assessment included in Unit 2.

Step Two: Review the sample exercise and master class videos. View and print the class choreography and the class design grid.

Step Three: Download your course completion certificate

SilverSneakers^® Splash Online Training V1

Course Learning Objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

Identify the health and fitness goals of SilverSneakers Splash
Describe the Splash target audience
Create safe and effective choreography segments appropriate for Splash
Describe the 5 class segments of Splash
Apply leadership and teaching skills to the Splash format.

Course Directions

Step One: Review the content

Step Two: Review the sample exercise and master class videos. View and print the class choreography and the class design grid.

Step Three: Download your course completion certificate

SilverSneakers^® Circuit Online Training V1

Course Learning Objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

Identify the health and fitness goals of SilverSneakers Circuit
Describe the Circuit target audience
Create safe and effective choreography segments appropriate for Circuit
Describe the 5 class segments of Circuit
Apply leadership and teaching skills to the Circuit format.

Course Directions

Step One: Review the content

Step Two: Review the sample exercise and master class videos. View and print the class choreography and the class design grid.

Step Three: Download your course completion certificate

SilverSneakers BOOM^TM MIND

Course Introduction

This course will prepare instructors to teach the BOOM MIND class format.

Course Learning Objectives

After completing the SilverSneakers BOOM MIND training, you will:

Identify the health and fitness goals of BOOM MIND.
Describe BOOM MIND’s target audience.
Create safe and effective exercise segments appropriate for BOOM MIND.
Describe the five class segments of BOOM MIND.
Apply leadership and teaching principles to the BOOM MIND format.

Course Directions

Step One: Review the content

The BOOM MIND training includes five learning units and corresponding lessons. To progress through the lesson material, click “next” at the bottom of the page. At any time during the course, you can review your completed lessons through the table of contents.

Step Two: Complete the assessment

After reviewing the course material, you must successfully complete the final assessment.

Step Three: Download your course completion certificate

SilverSneakers^® Foundations

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.

SilverSneakers^® Classic Online Training

Course Introduction

Welcome to the SilverSneakers Classic online instructor training. The purpose of this training course is to prepare you to teach SilverSneakers Classic, our most popular fitness class. In this course you will learn about the Classic audience, tools, and exercise selection guidelines. You will also learn how to design and lead a fun, safe and effective Classic class that is appropriate for all of your participants.

Course Learning Objectives

By completing this course, you will be able to:

Identify the health and fitness goals of SilverSneakers Classic.
Describe the Classic target audience.
Describe the 5 class segments of Classic.
Create safe and effective movement and exercise options that are appropriate for Classic participants.
Apply leadership and teaching skills to the Classic format.

Course Directions

Step One: Review the content

The SilverSneakers Classic online instructor training includes five 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.

Step Three: Download your course completion certificate

After completing the course, you can download your continuing education certificate from your profile at instructor.tivityhealth.com. Make certain to keep your instructor profile up-to-date and to complete all required continuing education.