Course Outline of Record

Item	Value
Eff Term	Fall 2026
Curriculum Committee Approval Date	11/12/2025
Top Code	083520 - Fitness Trainer (CTE)
Units	1 Total Units (;  Lab/Other Units 1)
Hours	54 Total Hours (Lab Hours 54)
Total Outside of Class Hours	0
Total Student Learning Hours	54
Arranged Hours	Supervised teaching hours to be arranged.
Course Credit Status	Credit: Degree Applicable (D)
Material Fee	No
Basic Skills	Not Basic Skills (N)
Repeatable	No
Open Entry/Open Exit	No
Grading Policy	Standard Letter (S)

Course Description

This course is designed to apply teaching skills related to classroom-based learning. Students will teach Pilates classes, in supervised settings, for a variety of populations utilizing lesson plans they have developed. PREREQUISITE: DANC A215 and DANC A129. ADVISORY: DANC A153 and DANC A229 or concurrent enrollment. Transfer Credit: CSU.

Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)

1. Demonstrate skills necessary for employment and accomplish written objectives.
2. Demonstrate the ability to teach mat and apparatus classes.

Course Objectives

• 1. Research sites appropriate for personal teaching qualifications and goals.
• 2. Interview at various sites and present oneself professionally.
• 3. Follow employment policies of studio.
• 4. Apply teaching skills learned in the classroom.
• 5. Write measurable learning objectives.
• 6. Evaluate accomplishment of learning objectives and goals.
• 7. Keep a journal documenting teaching experiences.
• 8. Write a variety of lesson plans.
• 9. Write a self-evaluation and plan for future in the field.

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Lab Content

          A. Planning and organization skills
1. Write measurable learning objectives related to personal goals.
2.  Arrange for site interviews.
3. Communication skills.
4. Complete paperwork (resume, letters, applications)
       B. Employment skills
1. Appropriate dress.
2. Knowledge of work place rules, policies and regulations.
3. Time management skills.
4. Safety concerns and protocols
      C. Teaching skills
1. Write a variety of lesson plans for Mat and Apparatus.
2. Assist and/ or teach Pilates classes.
3. Keep a journal of classes.
 

Method(s) of Instruction

• Lab (04)

Instructional Techniques

Lab, discussion, research

Reading Assignments

Readings as assigned.

Writing Assignments

Write measurable learning objectives. Maintain record of teaching experiences. Write lesson plans for a variety of levels and styles of Pilates classes. Write a self-evaluation of accomplishment of objectives.

Out-of-class Assignments

Research of various job sites.

Study Non-Contact Hours Recommended

0

Methods of Student Evaluation

• Written Assignments
• Report

Demonstration of Critical Thinking

Evaluation of written measurable learning objectives related to personal goals.

Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration

Report on practicum experience.

Resources Subscreen

• Other: . . ().

Eligible Discipline(s)

• Dance: Master’s degree in dance, physical education with a dance emphasis, or theater with dance emphasis, OR bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND master’s degree in physical education, any life science, physiology, theater arts, kinesiology, humanities, performing arts, or music OR the equivalent. Master's degree required.