CAT Aerobics Trainer Class Instruction & Choreography 3

Question 1

Which type of aerobics class format uses a non-choreographed, spontaneous movement style?

Accepted Answer

Freestyle aerobics

Answer

Freestyle aerobics allows the instructor to spontaneously create movements rather than follow a pre-planned choreographic routine.

Question 2

What does 'mirroring' mean in the context of group aerobics instruction?

Accepted Answer

Instructor faces participants and performs opposite footwork so it appears identical

Answer

Mirroring means the instructor moves their right foot when participants move their left, creating a mirror image when facing each other.

Question 3

At what point in a class should the instructor introduce the most complex choreographic combinations?

Accepted Answer

At the peak of the aerobic conditioning phase

Answer

Complex combinations are best introduced at the aerobic conditioning peak when participants are warmed up and mentally engaged.

Question 4

Which verbal cue technique involves calling out the name of the next move before it begins?

Accepted Answer

Predictive cueing

Answer

Predictive cueing names the upcoming movement in advance, allowing participants to prepare their body and timing.

Question 5

When leading a step aerobics class, what is the recommended height for a step bench for most beginners?

Accepted Answer

6 inches (no risers or 1 riser)

Answer

A 6-inch bench height with no or one riser is recommended for beginners to reduce the risk of knee stress and stumbling.

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