Volunteer

Description

class pedagogy (this compromises of everything from teaching cues, exercise sequences, equipment)

Is training provided?:Yes

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

As a volunteer, you will: 

• Support participants during exercise by offering encouragement, guidance on safe technique, and helping set up equipment (always under supervision). 

• Assist the lead instructor with class flow, such as getting equipment, tidying, and preparing stations. 

• Monitor participants for signs of discomfort or fatigue, and alert staff immediately if you are concerned. 

• Help create an inclusive, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere for all participants. 

• Chat to participants and help them feel relaxed in an exercise environment 

Benefits of Volunteering:

• Gain hands-on experience in delivering and supporting exercise programmes. 

• Develop communication and group facilitation skills. 

• Contribute to the health and wellbeing of people in the community. 

• Get real-world experience with clinical and special populations​

• Build confidence supporting people with multiple conditions​

• Strengthen your CV with hands-on experience in exercise referral, behaviour change, and working with clinical populations​

• Develop communication and empathy skills that are essential for future roles in healthcare, coaching, and rehabilitation​

• Gain hours relevant for further study or President Volunteer Awards

Details of time commitment needed for role:
Classes take place on Tues and Thurs mornings at 9:30-10.30 or 11.00-12.00. Volunteers can come to as many classes per week as they would like to attend. Class participants usually stay for tea and a chat for approx 20mins after the class and if our volunteers could stay for a chat as well it is nice but not necessary.

Minimum time commitment per week:
1 hour p/week

Additional screening required for this role::
Stage 1: Participant observer Requirement: No prior experience. Responsibility: An active participant in the class. They talk to the participants. There is no correcting or teaching Sign the code of conduct. They are there to learn and observe. Stage 2: Surprised Instructor level 1 Requirement: Competency test knowledge complete. Responsibility: They learn class pedagogy (this comrises everything from teaching cues, exercise sequences, equipment) Level 3: Supervised instructor Level 2 Requirement: Competency test practical complete. Responsibility: Fully contribute to teaching class.

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