GROUP EX
STEP W
FOR EVERY LEVEL By Kayla Duke
e all know step aerobics is a great cardio workout, burns fat, tones the body, and is es-
pecially effective for legs and butt. It’s a great workout for those that can do it, but for beginners in a mainstream class, it can be quiet confusing. These days not all gyms are lucky enough to be able to offer dif-
ferent level step classes, as there may only be two or three classes of freestyle step on the weekly timetable. This puts the pressure on instructors to cater well for all levels in the one class. To achieve this, we need to use effective learning curves with very clear in- structions. Start teaching each step with a simple base move, then build
on it with optional additions and progressions. Make it very clear to participants that they don’t have to do the harder levels. This should make it easier for them to choose the level that is best for them. The class will be suitable for beginners, but intermediate and advanced participants will not get bored or feel like they are not being challenged. Consider a double side tap leap march backwards. The learning curve I would use for this step is:
1) Single side tap (base move) 2) Three side taps (option 1) 3) Two side taps with leg curl and three marches (option 2) 4) Two side taps, changing leg curl to a leap march backwards (option 3)
“It can be helpful to stop and watch the participants to see if they can do it without you. This is a good chance for you to have a rest, while motivating the class to concentrate and work harder.”
22 canfitpro MARCH/APRIL 2011
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