Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Current Trends in Fitness
Course Code
SUUK_289
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Sport Pedagogy
ECTS
6.00
Target Audience
Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Una Veseta
Structure Unit Manager
Kristīne Mārtinsone
Structural Unit
Department of Health Psychology and Paedagogy
Contacts
Riga, 3 Cigorinu Street, spk@rsu.lv, +371 67611559
About Study Course
Objective
To acquire the necessary knowledge and skills in conducting practical classes using the latest methods in fitness. The aim of the course is to provide general information about the Functional training of the New generation (beginning of the 21st century) with a holistic approach, explaining the history and directions of its formation.
Preliminary Knowledge
Anatomy, Physiology, Basics of health sports, Basics of gymnastics and terminology.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.As a result of learning the study course, students name the latest methods - exercise for health and describe their essence and the student will be able to define what is meant by Holistic functional training and its mandatory components. Will be able to describe R. Steinbaher's Holistic functional training system BODYART® and its most popular programs.
Skills
1.As a result of learning the study course, students recognize various exercise methods for health and assess the necessity of practicing them for fitness clients.and will be able to practically lead the introductory part of BODYART® training (the first 2 Energy phases), will be able to define and use BODYART® breathing techniques and will be able to use appropriate terminology.
Competences
1.Using the acquired knowledge and basic skills, students analyze, plan, implement and synthesize health exercises of various exercise methods and students will be able to apply BODYART® elements, breathing and relaxation techniques, as well as knowledge of the importance of the involvement of functional stand, as well as the knowledge about using chains of muscle fascia in various fitness classes. Also, will be able to evaluate the need for and suitability of BODYART® elements for fitness club customers with different levels of training.
Assessment
Individual work
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Discussions during the course, independent work with literary sources and Internet resources.
Independent practice at home: independently prepared, filmed and sent to the teacher video material, in which the student manages the first two phases of BODYART® Level 1, i.e. 7 exercises for 10 minutes, using the correct terminology, demonstrating the correct and high-quality execution of movements, according to the BODYART® methodology.
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Examination
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1.
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The exam mark consists of: 20% – active participation in classes + 40% – theory test + 40% independent practice at home.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Introduction to the study course. Study course requirements and evaluation criteria.
A general introduction to the types of group classes and their specific differences - concept, semi-concept and "freestyle" training. Types of cardio and strength training and their main differences.
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Introduction to the study course. Study course requirements and evaluation criteria.
A general introduction to the types of group classes and their specific differences - concept, semi-concept and "freestyle" training. Types of cardio and strength training and their main differences.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Structure of classical and classical step aerobics training, basic steps, step modifications, progressions, creation of symmetric and asymmetric blocks. Work with music. Non-verbal cues.
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Structure of classical and classical step aerobics training, basic steps, step modifications, progressions, creation of symmetric and asymmetric blocks. Work with music. Non-verbal cues.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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The main basic principles of the functional step class. Planes of motion, basic exercises. The structure of the training, the creation of combinations in the progression. Dance lesson (LATINO) Training structure, basic dance steps, their modifications.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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The main basic principles of the functional step class. Planes of motion, basic exercises. The structure of the training, the creation of combinations in the progression. Dance lesson (LATINO) Training structure, basic dance steps, their modifications.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Fighting classes and their types. General information about the KamiBo program. Structure of the lesson, basic elements, technique of basic kicks, formation of blocks, their progressions. BodyToning class.
The structure of the lesson, the basic principles of creating the lesson, its main differences from the functional lesson. Working with small inventory.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Fighting classes and their types. General information about the KamiBo program. Structure of the lesson, basic elements, technique of basic kicks, formation of blocks, their progressions. BodyToning class.
The structure of the lesson, the basic principles of creating the lesson, its main differences from the functional lesson. Working with small inventory.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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The history and directions of the new generation of functional training. Holistic functional training system - R. Steinbacher's BODYART®. Synergy of Eastern and Western knowledge in the BODYART system and holistic principles
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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The history and directions of the new generation of functional training. Holistic functional training system - R. Steinbacher's BODYART®. Synergy of Eastern and Western knowledge in the BODYART system and holistic principles
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Practical master class BODYART Basic (level 1 program, lesson structure, exercise groups, basic principles of giving verbal instructions and BODYART breathing techniques. Practical BODYART International master class with a cardio part.
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Practical master class BODYART Basic (level 1 program, lesson structure, exercise groups, basic principles of giving verbal instructions and BODYART breathing techniques. Practical BODYART International master class with a cardio part.
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Class/Seminar
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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Topics
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Practical master class BODYART Flow (Level 2 program, Meridians, lesson differences and the main goals of the program. Practical master class BODYART Stretch
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On site
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Gym
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Topics
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Practical master class BODYART Flow (Level 2 program, Meridians, lesson differences and the main goals of the program. Practical master class BODYART Stretch
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Practical master class BODYART Dynamic (groups of exercises - dynamic and structural units). Practical master class BODYART Medical & Recovery
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Location
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Practical master class BODYART Dynamic (groups of exercises - dynamic and structural units). Practical master class BODYART Medical & Recovery
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Practical master class BODYART Energy (Meridians and psycho-kinesiology)
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Gym
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Practical master class BODYART Energy (Meridians and psycho-kinesiology)
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Other current exercise methods and techniques - for health
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Lecture
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Other current exercise methods and techniques - for health
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Exercise for health - neurodynamic exercises
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Exercise for health - neurodynamic exercises
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Exercise for health - Hanna Somatics method
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Gym
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2
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Exercise for health - Hanna Somatics method
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Gym
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2
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Exercise for health - Alexander's method
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Gym
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2
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Exercise for health - Alexander's method
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Exercise for health - exercises with rubber bands
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Exercise for health - exercises with rubber bands
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Gym
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Exercise for health - isometric exercises
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On site
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Gym
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Exercise for health - isometric exercises
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Exercise for health - a method of callanetics
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Gym
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Exercise for health - a method of callanetics
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
64 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1
-
Lecture
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Introduction to the study course. Study course requirements and evaluation criteria.
A general introduction to the types of group classes and their specific differences - concept, semi-concept and "freestyle" training. Types of cardio and strength training and their main differences.
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Gym
|
2
|
Topics
|
Structure of classical and classical step aerobics training, basic steps, step modifications, progressions, creation of symmetric and asymmetric blocks. Work with music. Non-verbal cues.
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Gym
|
2
|
Topics
|
The main basic principles of the functional step class. Planes of motion, basic exercises. The structure of the training, the creation of combinations in the progression. Dance lesson (LATINO) Training structure, basic dance steps, their modifications.
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Gym
|
2
|
Topics
|
Fighting classes and their types. General information about the KamiBo program. Structure of the lesson, basic elements, technique of basic kicks, formation of blocks, their progressions. BodyToning class.
The structure of the lesson, the basic principles of creating the lesson, its main differences from the functional lesson. Working with small inventory.
|
-
Lecture
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
The history and directions of the new generation of functional training. Holistic functional training system - R. Steinbacher's BODYART®. Synergy of Eastern and Western knowledge in the BODYART system and holistic principles
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Gym
|
2
|
Topics
|
Practical master class BODYART Basic (level 1 program, lesson structure, exercise groups, basic principles of giving verbal instructions and BODYART breathing techniques. Practical BODYART International master class with a cardio part.
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
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Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Gym
|
2
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Topics
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Practical master class BODYART Flow (Level 2 program, Meridians, lesson differences and the main goals of the program. Practical master class BODYART Stretch
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Gym
|
2
|
Topics
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Practical master class BODYART Dynamic (groups of exercises - dynamic and structural units). Practical master class BODYART Medical & Recovery
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
|
Gym
|
2
|
Topics
|
Practical master class BODYART Energy (Meridians and psycho-kinesiology)
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-
Lecture
|
Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
|
On site
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Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Other current exercise methods and techniques - for health
|
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Gym
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2
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Topics
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Exercise for health - neurodynamic exercises
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Exercise for health - Hanna Somatics method
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Exercise for health - Alexander's method
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Exercise for health - exercises with rubber bands
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Exercise for health - isometric exercises
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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2
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Topics
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Exercise for health - a method of callanetics
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Albin E. 2021. Myofascial Training. Intelligent Movement for Mobility, Performance, and Recovery. Human Cinetics
2.
Franclin Eric N. 2012. Dynamic Alignment Throught Imagery. Human Kinetics. 2nd ed.
3.
Walton-Fisette, J. L. 2021. Foundations of physical education, exercise science, and sport / Jennifer L. Walton-Fisette, Kent State University, Deborah A. Wuest, Ithaca College.
4.
American College of Sports, M. ACSM's Fitness Assessment Manual (6th ed. / editors, Yuri Feito, Meir Magal. American College of Sports Medicine. ed.). 2021. Philadelphia : Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
5.
Hansen John T. 2022. Netter’s Clinical Anatomy. Elsevier
Additional Reading
1.
Steinbacher, R., Lê A. 2015. bodyART. Das einzigartige Training für ein neues Körperbewusstsein. Riva Verlag, Münchner Verlagsgruppe GmbH, München.
2.
Klinghardt, Dietrich. 2014. Lehrbuch der Psycho-Kinesiologie, Freiburg: INK – Institut für Neurobiologie nach Dr. Klingenhardt GmbH, 12. Auflage.
3.
Blandine Clarais-Germain. 2008. Anatomy of Movement. 2nd. ed. Eastland Press. Esošais izdevums ir akceptējams.
4.
Myers T. 2017. Body Reading: Visual Assessment and the Anatomy Trains. North Atlantic.
5.
Oatis. Carol A. 2017. Kinesiology. 3rd ed. Wolters Kluwer.
Other Information Sources
1.
Physical activity. WHO. 2020.