specialisations

Health, fitness and sport are all contained in vibrant, exciting and rewarding industries.  Within these industries there is a wide choice of roles in working environments to stimulate and challenge one whatever one’s motivation. The eta sport and fitness academy has developed a range of specialization courses to empower and enable students with workplace skills so that they can function effectively in these working environments. The courses are available as modular programmes taught at eta campuses or as distance learning programmes. In all programmes the student will be provided with a basic learning process and assessments to monitor and evaluate progress.

Module
Cost
Information
Indoor cycling
R 1 500
Aerobics, Step and Tone
R 2 500
Pilates Mat
R 3 000
Yoga (Vinyasa)
R 3 500
Massage for sport and fitness
R 3 500
Nutrition for fitness and weight management
R 2 500
Lifestyle Coaching
R 3 500
Sport psychology
R 3 500
Rugby coaching
R 1500
Soccer coaching
R 1500
Cricket coaching
R 1500
Hockey coaching
R 1500
Netball coaching
R 1500

Indoor cycling (Spinning)
This course, for indoor cycling enthusiasts, is based on sound training principles combining theoretical and practical education. You will be provided with a basic learning process with self assessments to monitor your progress. You will learn how to develop exercise routines to music that simulate situations similar to riding a bicycle outdoors.

     

The learning programme

  1. Introductory exercise science module
  2. The basics of indoor cycling
  3. Planning indoor cycling sessions to music
  4. Implementing indoor cycling sessions

You receive

  1. Course material with evidence portfolio
  2. Music CD
  3. DVD

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in Indoor cycling. Top >>

Aerobics step and tone
This course is based on sound training principles combining theoretical and practical education. Students will be provided with the basic learning requirements and the understanding of Aerobic training worldwide. The course is categorised as: Leading groups in exercise to music.

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory exercise science module
  2. Basic principles of aerobics step and tone
  3. How to plan, teach and evaluate aerobics, step and tone classes to music
  4. Implementing aerobics, step and tone classes

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio
  3. Music CD
  4. DVD

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist.On completion you will receive an award in Aerobics, step and tone. Top >>

Pilates Mat
This course is based on sound training principles combining theoretical and practical education.
The course is categorised as: Lead and instruct individuals and groups. Students will get the opportunity to develop knowledge and practical skills that will enable them to screen, plan and practically do the best possible range of Joseph Pilates’ original core stability. In this way they maximize an individual or a group’s core stability and fitness.  

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory exercise science module
  2. Basic principles of Pilates
  3. How to plan, teach and evaluate Pilates Mat classes
  4. Implementing Pilates Mat classes

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio
  3. DVD

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist.On completion you will receive an award in Pilates mat. Top >>

Yoga (Vinyasa)
This course is based on sound training principles combining theoretical and practical education. The course is categorised as: Lead and instruct individuals and groups. Students will get the opportunity to develop knowledge and practical skills that will enable them to screen, plan as well as practically do yoga poses / asanas including breathing, balance and relaxation. The emphasis will be the individual’s holistic mind and body progress.

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory exercise science module
  2. Basic principles of yoga
  3. How to plan, teach and evaluate yoga classes
  4. Implementing  Yoga Classes

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio
  3. DVD

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in Yoga (Vinyasa). Top >>

Massage for sport and fitness
This course is based on sound principles combining theoretical and practical education. Students will be provided with the basic learning requirements to provide safe and effective massage treatments. Students will get the opportunity to develop the knowledge and practical skills regarding sport and fitness massage. They will learn massage techniques and develop skills in implementing massage treatments for a range of commonly occurring fitness and sport conditions.

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory exercise science module
  2. Basic principles of massage
  3. How to consult, screen and examine and where needed refer clients
  4. How to implement and evaluate massage and soft tissue techniques

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in massage for sport and fitness. Top >>

Nutrition for fitness and weight management
This course is based on sound principles combining theoretical and practical education. Students will get the opportunity to develop knowledge and practical skills to evaluate the health status of themselves and potential clients. As well as construct safe, effective nutritional plans based on their fitness and weight management needs.

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory exercise science module
  2. Basic nutritional principles, vitamins, minerals and water
  3. How to consult, screen and where needed refer clients
  4. How to implement and evaluate nutritional plans for fitness and weight management

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in nutrition for fitness and weight management. Top >>

Lifestyle coaching 
This course is based on sound principles combining theoretical and practical education. Students will get the opportunity to develop the knowledge and practical skills to understand the importance of lifestyle coaching. They will learn an appropriate range of lifestyle interventions e.g. exercise, nutrition and stress management and develop skills in implementing these. This will result in a greater understanding of a holistic approach to lifestyle for health and well-being.

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory exercise science module
  2. Holistic consultation and assessment procedures
  3. A range of interventions or referrals based on the consultation and assessment
  4. Monitoring and adapting interventions

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in lifestyle coaching. Top >>

Sports Psychology
This course is based on sound principles combining theoretical and practical education. Students will be provided with the basic learning requirements to study people and their behaviours in sport and fitness contexts. It also provides knowledge and skills in the practical application of that learning. Students will get the opportunity to develop the knowledge to understand how participation in sport and exercise affects a person's psychological development, health and well-being. In this environment students develop a greater awareness of motivations, beliefs and attitudes towards exercise and sport performance.

The learning process comprises of

  1. Introductory exercise science and coaching module
  2. Basic principles of sport psychology
  3. Developing a mental skills model
  4. Observing, consulting and coaching performers

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio

 

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in sport psychology. Top >>

Rugby coaching 
This course is based on sound principles coaching science. Students will be provided with the basic learning requirements to study rugby coaching at beginning and intermediate players. It also provides knowledge and skills in the practical application of that learning.

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory  coaching science module
  2. The basic principles of coaching rugby
  3. Planning rugby coaching sessions
  4. Practicing rugby coaching sessions

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio
  3. CD for the laws of the game

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in rugby coaching. Top >>

Soccer coaching 
This course is based on sound principles coaching science. Students will be provided with the basic learning requirements to study soccer coaching at beginning and intermediate players. It also provides knowledge and skills in the practical application of that learning.

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory coaching science module
  2. The basic principles of coaching soccer
  3. Planning soccer coaching sessions
  4. Practicing soccer coaching sessions

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio
  3. CD for the laws of the game

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in soccer coaching. Top >>

Cricket coaching 
This course is based on sound principles coaching science. Students will be provided with the basic learning requirements to study cricket coaching at beginning and intermediate players. It also provides knowledge and skills in the practical application of that learning.

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory  coaching science module
  2. The basic principles of coaching cricket
  3. Planning cricket coaching sessions
  4. Practicing cricket coaching sessions

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio
  3. CD for the laws of the game

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in cricket coaching. Top >>

Hockey coaching 
This course is based on sound principles coaching science. Students will be provided with the basic learning requirements to study hockey coaching at beginning and intermediate players. It also provides knowledge and skills in the practical application of that learning.

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory  coaching science module
  2. The basic principles of coaching hockey
  3. Planning hockey coaching sessions
  4. Practicing hockey coaching sessions

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio
  3. CD for the laws of the game

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in hockey coaching. Top >>

Netball coaching
This course is based on sound principles coaching science. Students will be provided with the basic learning requirements to study netball coaching at beginning and intermediate players. It also provides knowledge and skills in the practical application of that learning.

The learning process comprises of:

  1. Introductory coaching science module
  2. The basic principles of coaching netball
  3. Planning netball coaching sessions
  4. Practicing netball coaching sessions

Students receive

  1. Course manual
  2. Study guide with evidence portfolio
  3. CD for the laws of the game

Learning process
The learning process comprises of learning activities and tasks.  At the end of the learning process you will be required to submit a test and evidence of a practical demonstration in the form of a verified checklist. On completion you will receive an award in netball coaching. Top >>
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