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028:148 Practicum in Health Promotion-Section 2
Group Exercise Leadership
Recreational Services
University of Iowa
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General Overview:
UI Recreational Services contributes to the well-being of the University community by providing recreational activities that foster an appreciation for the importance of leisure in our society. In addition to other programming, Recreational Services provides a wide variety of physical fitness and physical activity opportunities for students, staff, and faculty members
Opportunities:
This course provides continued education and practical experiences in leading a variety of group exercise classes offered through Recreational Services. It also provides the opportunity to assist with the UI in-house Group Exercise Instructor Training course. Students will be actively involved in Recreational Services Fitness Ambassador Program; a leadership program designed to serve as a liaison between Recreational Services Fitness and Wellness programs and the UI Residence Halls.
Course Pre-requisites and Responsibilities:
Pre-requisite for students include:
- the successful completion of 028:030 Principles of an Exercise Class or Recreational Services Group Exercise Instructor Training program or Group Exercise Leader certification through a recognized certifying agengy, e.g., ACSM.
Responsibilities for students include:
- Role modeling and active outreach efforts in the Residence Halls.
Contact:
For more information concerning the Group Exercise Leadership Practicum, please contact Ms. Patricia Kutcher, Associate Director, at 335-9293 or email at patricia-kutcher@uiowa.edu
For more information concerning Recreational Services: http://www.uiowa.edu/~fusrs/
