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, podiatrists, 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.
Course is recognized by the Podiatrists Board of New Zealand with 2 credits/hour (30 credits in total) in line with the PBRCF requirements, and the NZ College of Physiotherapy with minimum 10 logbook points (5 points per 7 contact hours).
Please visit www.podiatristsboard.org.nz/site/education/education.aspx
" After two decades of clinical practice this is the most effective, realistically sustainable and PLEASANT exercise form that I have come across and can recommend to patients. Doing the Instructors Course with Nordic Academy NZ (www.nordicacademy.co.nz) was time and money well spent from both personal and professional perspectives. For those wanting an effective rehabilitation platform for injury recovery or weight loss this should offer valuable alternatives. But hear this; the right technique is essential. It’s not hard but is essential, so invest in it and then reap the rewards.”
Rob McGregor
Podiatrist, Owner of the Foot Specialist Centre, Wellington-NZ
Prerequisites for Participation
At least one of the minimum industry standards listed here must be satisfied to be eligible for participation.
| Fitness Industry - |
Certificate Level 5 in Fitness Instruction |
| Sporting/ Outdoor Industry - |
Diploma / Degree or practical coaching experience (subject to approval) |
| 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
NW technique variations - jogging, bounding, double poling, skating
Strengthening exercises for NW
Theoretical & practical teaching assessments
Future directions of NW in New Zealand
2 - 4pm (Optional Attendance)
'The Business of Nordic Walking' workshop
Training Schedule for Spring 2009
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* Early registration is recommended so you do not miss out on a place.
** Alternative locations are offered by sufficient demand - please contact us for more information.
Cost
This complete package is only $499 NZD (there are no hidden extras)
10% discount on all packages if you are either:
A Podiatrist or Physiotherapist
| Training packages also available without poles : |
| - $399 NZD ('Nordic Walking ABC' DVD included/ pole hire included) |
| - $349 NZD ( Training Course only- no equipment!! pole hire included) |
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 Network™
Successful completion of this Nordic Walking Instructor Course qualifies you to join the unique
Nordic Academy Business Network™. This member only network provides internal support, resources and fantastic deals to ensure your Nordic walking classes and business achieve their maximum potential, and profitability.
Registration
Reserve your place by going to Instructor Course and simply follow 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: 027/248 1095
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