4. Organize Great Instructor Training

Topic

Content summary

The importance of instructor training

An overview of the benefits of training and the need for Group Fitness Managers to lead by example

The foundation principles of
LES MILLS™ Training

Overview of the Five Key Elements of Instructing and the recommended approach to in-house instructor assessment

Relative roles and responsibilities for training

Review of how Les Mills’ Agents and licensee clubs share the responsibility for training

Suggested approach for managing instructors so that they gain certification efficiently

In-house training recommendations for existing instructors

Recommended structure for the ongoing development of existing instructors

Everyday challenges

Check out some ‘real world’ answers to key issues:

• How many programs should I advise instructors to certify in?

• Quarterly Workshops are too far away for my instructors to get to. What should we do to help instructors stay up-to-date and inspired?

• We don’t have the budget for educational resources/training. How can we encourage continuing development in our instructor team?

• I have a large team of instructors. How do I assess them all given my time constraints?

• What is the most effective way to set standards for my instructor team?