British Military FitnessInstructor Induction

Introduction

Qualities of an Instructor

Lesson Planning

Class Administration

Accident Procedure

Assessment

Contents

IntroductionWelcome to the BMF team. British Military Fitness are the UK’s leading outdoor fitness provider and aim to deliver fun and challenging fitness classes to members of the public to help change their lives.

This induction pack will get you started as an Instructor, become a part of our team and help us achieve that aim.

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About BMFBritish Military Fitness was founded in Hyde Park, London in 1999 by Major Robin Cope and Harry Sowerby.

Their vision was to get people of all abilities training outdoors in a group environment in parks, with motivation provided by military trained Instructors.

BMF continues to grow and currently operates in over 130 venues around the UK, employing over 500 Instructors to deliver our classes.

The aim is for every class to be fun and challenging for each ability.

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Qualities of an Instructor

Plan Motivate Assist

Communicate Professional Develop

Plan imaginative, fun and challenging classes for each ability group

Motivate and encourage our members towards their goals

Assist your members at the park and Park Manager with all class

administration

Communicate well with our members and Park Manager when

required

Represent BMF in a professional manner at all times

Continue to develop your professional skills and maintain CPD

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Enthusiastic

Character

Committed

ProfessionalMotivational

Knowledgeable

Core Values

Build trust, respect and relationships with our members

Ability to inspire our members at all times in any environment

Positive attitude towards our colleagues and members by maintaining high standards

Inspire confidence and creativity whilst delivering our product and understand what makes a great BMF experience

Challenge each individual, no matter their ability to get results

Endeavor to consistently deliver the best service to our members

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To inform and protect our members and other members of the public who use our services

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To establish and maintain the highest standards for our Instructors

Safety Abuse of Position Competence Humanity Standards

We are responsible for the safety of our clients, colleagues and m e m b e r s o f t h e public. All reasonable steps must be taken to maintain this with risks assessed.

The Instructor must always be professional and act as a role model for others. You should not engage in b e h a v i o r t h a t adversely affect the members or team.

The Instructor shall confine themselves to teach and instruct in those fields of fitness and exercise that they have been trained, e d u c a t e d a n d certified in.

BMF endeavour to enhance individual a n d g r o u p development. No prejudice should take place in any form s u c h a s a g e i s m , sexism, racism or religious beliefs.

Professionalism and integrity are expected at all times. You can be superb 100 times and bad once, you will be remembered for the bad. Aim to be excellent every single time.

Code of Ethics

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3 Always be a true ambassador for the brand and BMF spirit

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Instructor clothing and equipment

You require We provide Contents of day sack

Black combat bootsCombat 95 trousersGeneral service or PT belt

Branded t-shirts and jacketFirst aid kitDay sackBottled waterTraining and materialsClass kit

2 - 3 litres of waterFirst aid kit2 x bike lightsWet wipesMobile phone for emergenciesDisc cones, class kitSpare warm kit (BMF jacket)

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Lesson Planningis vitally important when it comes to preparing the highest quality of class.

A good plan let’s you focus on delivering the session rather than having to think about what you are doing next.

Better delivery, means a better class for our members.

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AbilityPlan imaginative, fun and challenging classes for the ability group you are teaching. By knowing in advance which group you will be leading, you will be able to plan a specific session to meet their needs. Always remain adaptable and able to handle mixed ability groups.

Lesson PlanningPre class considerations

Aim

Conditions Venue

Weather can play a dramatic effect on a BMF class. Always check to see what the conditions will be like and adapt accordingly to keep the class suitable and help you acieve your aim.

An aim and vision of what you want to achieve from your session will help guide your plan. Visualise a clear aim of what you want to achieve when beginning the planning process.

En sure you know the pa rk boundaries and if there are any restr ict ions appl ied to BMF. Understanding the venue will allow you to plan where you can conduct each activity to keep your class varied.

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Warm ups

Aim:To prepare our members both physically and mentally for the session ahead. This will ensure they are

motivated and ready to go. The warm up prepares the members physically to gain maximum performance and also reduce the risk of injury whilst generating a buzz and getting them enthused for the session.

RAMP Principle

Time (minutes)

Inte

nsity

%

2 5 3

R A M P50%

100%

Raise heart rate, body temperature, blood flow and joint viscosity

Activate key muscle groups and body movements

Mobilise key joints and range of movement

Potentiate specific movements and drills planned for the class

Remember - Keep the warm up fun, interactive and engaging. This sets the tone for your class.

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Activity/Station

Ensure you describe the activity and keep each station varied, including p a r t n e r e x e r c i s e s , circuits, relays, military drills and teamwork.

Main classExercise variety Duration Risk/Area of

Focus Transition

Go into detail with the e xe r c i s e s f o r y o u r stations.•Exercise choice•Reps or duration•Progression/regression

Ideally we should keep our stations between 4 - 6 minutes to ensure maximum variety and avoid stat ic use and damage of the park.

Highlight any potential risks and also areas to focus specific to the a c t i v i t y s u c h a s motivation, correcting form or atmosphere.

You should move to another part of the park between each station. Plan your transition so that the movement is varied, interesting and fun.

Activity/Station Exercise variety Duration Risks/Area of Focus Transition

1. Pairs circuit - P1 completes exercise whilst P2 sprints to cone and back

X thumb press upCrunchesSquats

4 mins Avoid collision on change overCorrect form on exercise baselineMotivate and encourage runners

2 files with rear 2 members sprinting to the front on my command

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Planning through each column vertically will ensure maximum variety and flow of the class

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Main ClassIn a recent survey with our members, we asked them to rate in percentage terms which activities they preferred to create the perfect BMF class.

The chart on the right identifies how the class can be structured with activity variety and the table below outlines an example of how this can be structured to achieve a great lesson plan.

Exercise/circuit55%Pairs

19%

Running13%

Teamwork13%

Circuit training 6 mins Exercise/Circuit

Partner exercises 4 mins Pairs

Tabata intervals 4 mins Exercise/Circuit

Team running relay 4 mins Running

Leg overload 5 mins Exercise/Circuit

Pairs resistance 4 mins Pairs

Upper body overload 5 mins Exercise/Circuit

Team game 4 mins Teamwork

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Cool down

Stretches Specific

Duration Conditions

Ensure stretches are safe and effective. Static stretching is generally the best type of stretching for a group session as it meets those aims.

Stretches should be specific to the exercise conducted during the sess ion. I f you have overloaded a specific muscle group, ensure you stretch it off.

Ensure your stretches are held for the correct time. Try and progressively stretch the muscle for 30 seconds and aim for 8-10 mins of stretching

Be flexible to the conditions. If it is hot, sit down to stretch thoroughly. If it is cold and wet, stand up and keep moving around between stretches.

EngagementThis is a great opportunity to communicate and engage with our members. Ensure you pass on any relevant updates and finish the class on a high.

EducationAlways explain the benefits of why you are doing what you are doing. Knowledge inspires confidence and increases awareness of our values.

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Summary

Content versus Delivery

Although a good lesson plan is important, more importantly is how you deliver it. Spending 30% of your time on content and 70% on planning how you will deliver the class, such as teaching points, variety, engagement and class flow will result in a better experience.

30% 70%Content Delivery

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Class Administrationis an important part of your role as a BMF Instructor.

To ensure sessions run smoothly and our members receive the greatest experience, teamwork is an important part of the role.

We aim to deliver and an amazing experience to our members everytime, from the moment they arrive at the park to the moment they leave.

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Class AdministrationPre

ClassDuringClass

PostClass

Maintain good timekeeping, arrive ready to go at least 15 minutes before your class

Assist with park duties such as nominal roll, sorting bibs and in park advertising

Conduct health checks with triallists, discuss their goals and prepare them for the

class

Interact and engage with members, find out how they are progressing towards their goal

Be enthusiastic and challenge all abilities throughout with positive encouragement

Ask for any injuries, diabetics, asthmatics, epileptics and first timers in your group

Constantly assess risk and ensure your members are safe during the session

Stay within the park boundaries, respect other park users and the local authorities

Move around the park with purpose and bring imaginative ideas to your classes

Engage our members throughout, provide a water break midway and finish on a high

Communicate any marketing or social updates to our members

Praise your group for their efforts and gather feedback on your class

Chat to any triallists, find out how they found the class and assist in closing the sale

Chat to members about their goals to keep them motivated to attend the next class

Work as team to administrate bibs, paperwork and park collateral

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Communication with Park Managers

Bookings Emergencies Teamwork

Book in for your classes with your Park Manager by the 15th of each month and provide your availability for the following month.

Once you have booked your classes, this is a verbal agreement to work for BMF.

If any emergencies arise and you need to cancel a class for any reason, CALL your Park Manager as soon as possible.

Where possible, contact another Instructor to cover your class and confirm this change with your Park Manager.

Working for BMF is a team effort and you should communicate and work well with your Park Manager and fellow Instructors.

Should you have any queries or requests, always speak to your Park Manager who will be happy to assist you.

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Accident & Emergenciesshould be dealt with correctly and effectively to ensure the safety of both our members and Instructors whilst carrying out any activity for British Military Fitness.

During classes and events, our members are our responsibility. Accidents and injuries can be minimised by carrying out standard BMF procedures.

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Accident & EmergenciesPrevention and preparation

Prevention Risk Assessment First Aid Trained

Have a safe and enjoyable lesson plan

Teach and enforce correct form during exercise and coach techniques throughout.

Always carry a first aid kit, water and mobile phone during a class.

Carry out regular risk assessments during the session and take the required actions to protect yourself and our members.

Maintain your first aid training which can be provided by BMF.

If you are due a refresher speak to your Park Manager who will help book you onto a course.

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Accident & EmergenciesProcedure

1 Assess the situation, looking for any further danger or risk to yourself or the members

If 2 Instructors are available, 1 deals with the situation whilst the other takes the class away, but remains nearby in case the Instructor requires assistance

If you are on your own, send your group to a point 100m or so away so that you can have a minutes grace and assess the situation in a calm and controlled manner

Assess the extent of the casualties injuries and carry out first aid. If you have to stop the class to give proper treatment, communicate to the class and carry on.

If in any doubt call the emergency services to deal with the situation and make the member as comfortable as possible until help arrives.

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6 If a minor injury, advise the member to stop training and stay close to the group until the class is over. Advise the member to seek medical advice on the injury.

7 Ensure the member completes an accident & emergency form where possible.

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AssessmentNow that you have completed the online induction module, you are ready to complete the online assessment.

Take Assessment

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Assessment task: Theory test on various components of being a BMF Instructor. Pass mark 70%

Assessment method: Multiple choice online quiz

When is the assessment: Must be completed prior to becoing a Sub Instructor

Assessment criteria: Multiple choice questionsPlease select the box next to the appropriate answerThere is a total of 14 questions and 14 pointsPass mark is 10 or 70%

Assessment completion: Upon completion you will recieve an email confirming your score

Assessment fail: Your Regional Manager will be in contact to re arrange an assessment.