HWE 136 - Skills and Methods of Teaching Weight Training

3 Credits

Examines the basic skills, methods, and techniques necessary to be a competent exercise leader in the area of resistance training. Emphasis will be placed on selection of appropriate teaching progressions that relate to the weight room and fitness facility as well as the science of human motion and muscle or joint structure and function as it relates to fitness.

Prerequisite(s): Demonstrate college readiness in English; see ACC College-Level English Placement Guide and MAT 050/MAT 055 or equivalent.

Corequisite(s): CCR 094; not required if demonstrate college readiness in English