Active IQ Fitness Assistant

The Active IQ Fitness Assistant programme of study is a programme that supports the EuropeActive Competence Framework and supports the essential skills and knowledge required to work as a fitness assistant in the European Health and Fitness Industry at the EQF-Fitness Level 2 (content and assessments are equivalent to Level 1 within the U.K. qualification framework).

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Introduction

The purpose of a Fitness Assistant is to promote health and fitness participation to new and existing gym and health club members. It will also give learners the tools to provide a friendly and informative fitness environment, actively assisting other workers and members.

A Fitness Assistant works to provide a clean, safe and friendly environment that encourages regular member attendance and satisfaction. They are a source of information and encouragement for all members and actively assist fitness instructors wherever possible.

A fitness assistant should be able to:

• Provide a safe, clean and friendly fitness environment.
• Promote fitness exercise as a part of a healthy lifestyle and be a positive example of it.
• Support fitness and health-related motives and goals for individuals.
• Provide information about the role of physical activity, modes of exercise and related services.
• Observe clients/members at all times and inform them where necessary about health and safety requirements and emergency procedures in the fitness environment.
• Positively interact and motivate clients/members to participate in regular physical activity.
• Promote healthy activities for daily living to clients/members (lifestyle management).
• Promote customer referral: invite customers to bring friends and family along and promote fitness activities in their social environment.
• Work within the parameters, recognising the standards and professional limitations of this role, referring to appropriate members of staff for guidance and support.