Applied Physical Exercise, part 1 (3cr)

Objective

The students are familiar with the needs for adapted exercise for the elderly and people with sensory and physical disabilities. They can adapt physical exercise for these groups.
They are able to plan, lead and assess goal-oriented and safe group exercise for the elderly.

Content

The concepts of adapted physical exercise
Physical exercise for the elderly and exercise instruction
Physical exercise for people with sensory disabilities
Physical exercise for people with physical disabilities
Visits to groups of adapted physical exercise

Qualifications

The students have basic skills related to leading physical exercise groups.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Active participation, responsibility and goal-orientation in class, assignments and independent exercises.