Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course provides students with guidance in professional development and client interaction in the fitness industry. There is emphasis on group fitness and individual fitness assessment as related to gender, age and special health circumstances. The class will cover the industry of group fitness, foundations of exercise science, the human movement system, integrated fitness, teaching methodologies, teaching multi-training and exercise technique, class planning and preparation, and adapting to class dynamics. The course will expand upon diverse communication and learning styles, how to increase class engagement and motivation and professional and legal responsibilities for group fitness professionals. The course will examine principles of adherence and motivation, and the role of positive psychology to increase motivation. Current, future and past group fitness trends will be analyzed as a way to compliment exercise program design and progression of vast individual and group ability levels. The course will include the important roles of growing a personal business both small and large, self-marketing, and ethical and legal responsibilities of the group fitness industry. The students will also be exposed and learn from community leaders in fitness, health and wellness in the Coachella Valley. Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: NoneUsually HeldTue Thu 11:00am–12:20pm 