Course details

This specialist course is for qualified fitness instructors who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills and a work as a studio cycling instructor. Studio Cycling Specialists usually teach group exercise within Health, Fitness and Leisure facilities or with teams and clubs.

Course Details:

  • There is one contact day for this module.
  • Participants will complete the remaining contact hours including theoretical elements and basic techniques via an e-learning website prior to the contact day. The theory website will be available to registered students approximately one month prior to the contact day.
  • The Final Written Assessment will consist of an online assessment.
  • The Final Practical Assessment will be by submission of a DVD showing practical teaching/instructional ability. Criteria and details will be provided at contact day.\

RECOGNITION

  • 15 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits towards the Higher Certificate/ Diploma/B.Sc. in Exercise & Health Fitness through a flexible learning pathway.
  • ECTS credits can be used towards the NCEF Higher Certificate / Diploma / B.Sc. in Exercise & Health Fitness through a flexible learning pathway and also towards other University qualifications in Europe who follow ECTS credit value system.
  • Successful students will receive an NCEF Certificate of Completion
  • The NCEF is accredited by the European Health Fitness Association (EHFA).

CONTENT

  • Introduction to Studio Cycling
  • Studio Cycling Theory & Practice
  • Programming
  • Studio Cycling Applications
  • Communication Skills
  • Final Assessments

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

(A) For Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness (CEHF) Graduates and Recertified NCEF Level 1 holders:

  • Completed NCEF/UL Application Form
  • Curriculum Vitae outlining your work experience in the industry
  • Copy of your CEHF/PEAI NCEF Level 1 Certificate

(B)For Expired NCEF Level 1 holders (1987-2006) and for those with equivalent qualifications:

  • Completed NCEF/UL Application Form
  • Completed Portfolio of Learning (POL) as part of the NCEF/UL Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Scheme. This POL form is available from NCEF Head Office or download Personal Training POL here.
  • OFA Occupational First Aid (OFA) is an NCEF & industry requirement. All candidates must provide a current OFA Certificate on application.

Please note an RPL fee applies to all applicants required to submit a POL Form. On successful acceptance the fee is deducted from the overall course fee.

Updated on 08 November, 2015

About National Council for Exercise & Fitness

The National Council for Exercise & Fitness (NCEF) provides and facilitates comprehensive education and training for Exercise and Health Fitness Professional Instructors in Ireland

The NCEF was initially established in 1987 by the Physical Education Association of Ireland (PEAI) in association with Thomond College of Education (now integrated into the University of Limerick). The initiation of the scheme was also supported by the Sports Section, Department of Education at that time. The NCEF is an academic affiliate of the University of Limerick.

The NCEF is a registered company limited by guarantee. It operates on a not-for-profit basis and is guided by a Board of Trustees. Board members consist of representation from PEAI, UL, business, education, employer and leisure industry backgrounds.

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