AFLCA CYCLE GROUP EXERCISE LEADER LEARNING ...

Section 2- Class Structure and Content
Objective I: Planning for and implementing the components of an indoor cycling
group exercise class
Sub-objectives:
• Identify components of an indoor cycling group exercise class and what to include in
each component
• Describe safety guidelines to consider when designing each component
• Describe methods for evaluating and monitoring intensity
• Identify the appropriate needs of stretching during different components of class (ie.
warm-ups, cardiovascular cooldowns and flexibility/relaxation)
• Demonstrate different types of stretching (i.e. static, dynamic)
• Identify those stretches which safely use the bike for assistance
• Identify the priorities in stretching to complement the riding postures and muscle
activation of the class
Objective II: Use of music in an indoor cycling group exercise class
Sub-objectives:
• List reasons for using music in an indoor cycling class
• Identify the relationship between music and motivation
• Differentiate cycling music elements from other group exercise music
• Describe the use of music to assist cadence
• Identify where to find appropriate and legal indoor cycling class music
Objective III: Clothing and Footwear
Sub-objectives:
• Explain the benefits and reasons for wearing cycle shorts
• Identify the benefits and features of a cycling shoe
Section 3- Leadership and Choreography Design
Objective I: Outdoor cycling elements
Sub-objectives:
• Describe the effects of outdoor cycling (i.e. drafting, wind resistance, road tension,
center of gravity over bike)
• Discuss the elements of racing (i.e. team elements, competition, time trialing, sprints)
• Describe typical cycling terms (i.e. hammering, cranking)