The Nordic Academy Instructor Course is a specially designed course for people working in the fitness or health industry - such as personal trainers, exercise physiologists, fitness instructors, physiotherapists, nurses, etc. Its aim is to produce high quality NW Instructors equipped with all of the necessary skills and knowledge to benefit their clients or patients and to make their Nordic walking programs a success.
This course is proudly accredited by ESSA (Exercise and Sport Science Australia), Kinect Australia and Fitness Australia. Registered members of these associations gain 11 CEP's, 3 PDP's or 15 CEC's respectively, as a result of the successful completion of the course.
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"The Instructor Course with Nordic Academy not only taught me how to walk with the correct technique and its interesting variations, but also how to teach theses techniques to others, what the common mistakes are and how to correct them. The enthusiasm shown by both Maree and Patrick is very infectious and their professionalism is apparent with all aspects of their Nordic walking business and course.” |
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Tilly W. Physiotherapist & NW Instructor, Rutherglen VIC |
Prerequisites for Participation
At least one of the minimum industry standards listed here must be satisfied to be eligible for participation.
| Fitness Industry - |
Certificate 3 in Fitness Instruction / Certificate 4 in Personal Training |
| Sporting/ Outdoor Industry - |
Diploma / Degree or practical coaching experience (subject to approval) |
| Allied Health Industry - |
Diploma / Degree |
plus a current Senior First Aid Certificate
Course Outline
DAY 1 8.30am - 5.30pm
Development and present status of Nordic Walking
Health and fitness benefits explained
Learning the basic technique & how to teach others
Videotape analysis and review of personal techniques
Equipment - poles, shoes, accessories
Stretching exercises for NW
Marketing of NW to attract your customers
Legal and safety issues
DAY 2 8.30am - 1.30pm
Intro to NW technique variations -
jogging, bounding, double poling, skating
Peer teaching practise
Strengthening exercises for NW
Theoretical & practical assessments
Future directions of NW in Australia
2 - 3pm (Optional & FREE Attendance)
Business Workshop: 'How to turn your Nordic Walking classes and programs into real money spinners!'
Training Schedule - Spring 2010
| Location |
Course Dates |
Early Bird Offer Ends |
Close of Registration |
| Melbourne |
4 - 5 September |
6 August |
13 August |
| Brisbane |
11 - 12 September |
6 August |
20 August |
| Sydney |
18 - 19 September |
6 August |
27 August |
| Canberra |
25 - 26 September |
6 August |
3 September |
| Darwin |
9 - 10 October |
6 August |
17 September |
| Hobart |
16 - 17 October |
6 August |
24 September |
| Adelaide |
23 - 24 October |
6 August |
1 October |
| Perth |
30 - 31 October |
6 August |
8 October |
| Melbourne |
6 - 7 November |
6 August |
15 October |
* Early registration is recommended so as to not miss out on a place.
** Alternative locations are offered if sufficient demand - please contact us for more information.
Cost
Instructor Training Package includes:
- Internationally recognised 'NWO' professional qualification
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- Top of the range 'ONE WAY' diamond carbon poles from Finland (valued at $169)
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- 2 years FREE membership to Nordic Academy's Instructor Network
Detailed and illustrated course manual
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- FREE website listing on Nordic Academy's 'Find a Class' pages
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- Personal videotape analysis
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- 80 minute interactive 'Nordic Walking ABC' DVD (valued at $47.95)
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- Morning and afternoon tea refreshments
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- Accreditation points: 11CEP's with ESSA, 15 CECs with Fitness Australia, 3 PDPs with Kinect Australia and 12 CPDs for physios.
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This complete package is only $470 AUD (there are no hidden extras)
Assessment and Successful Completion as a NW Instructor
Attendance at the Nordic Academy Instructor Course does not automatically result in participants qualifying as a NW Instructor. The ability to demonstrate and instruct sound NW techniques to the satisfaction of the Master Trainer plus achieving a 'pass' in the written assessment task is required.
Eligiblity to join the Nordic Academy Business Pro™ Membership Program
Successful completion of this Nordic Walking Instructor Course qualifies you to join the unique
Nordic Academy Business Pro Membership Program. This member only network provides everything you need to ensure your Nordic Walking classes and business achieve their maxium potential and profitability. Benefits include: marketing materials, technical support, admin resources, use of Nordic Academy branding and fantastic equipment deals.
This program is why becoming a Nordic Walking Instructor with Nordic Academy is the smartest choice!
More info...
Registration
Reserve your place today by going to Instructor Course and simply following the steps.
* Places are limited so early registration is recommended to avoid disappointment!
NB. See closing dates listed above for registration deadlines.
Further Information
For all enquiries please contact the National Training Manager directly via
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or phone: 0433 775 227.
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