Facility and Equipment Considerations Flashcards
What is the recommended air temperature for most classes where participants are engaging in moderate to vigorous physical activity?
Between 68-72° F
What is the ideal humidity level for most fitness classes?
Below 60%, 50% or lower is best
What is an important consideration related to air flow in a fitness class?
Having an adequate mix of recirculated internal air and external fresh air moving through the facility.
Where should mirrors ideally be positioned in a fitness class?
Across both the front and sides of the room
What is the recommended water temperature for aquatic Exercise classes?
83-86° F.
What can result from repeated jarring on an inappropriate flooring surface?
Stress fracture and tendinitis
What is typical fitness room flooring made from?
3 Layers:
Bottom - shock absorbing materials
Middle - multiple layers of plywood
Top - rubber or wood.
How frequently should mirrors and glass surfaces be cleaned?
Daily
How frequently should wood floors be mopped?
Daily
How frequently should exercise equipment be cleaned?
Daily
What should be used to clean handles and seats of equipment?
Antibacterial soap and damp cloth
What should be used to clean dumbbells and all bar handles?
Antimicrobial solution or antibacterial wipes
How frequently should light fixtures be cleaned?
Monthly
How frequently should walls be cleaned?
Monthly
How frequently should audio equipment be cleaned?
Monthly
How frequently should HVAC ducts be cleaned?
Monthly
How frequently should wood floor surfaces be refinished?
Annually
What arrangement is suggested for formats that rely on instructor demonstration?
Staggered arrangement
For what type of classes does the parallel lines arrangement work best?
Circuit classes with stations, large Pilates reformer classes, and mat/floor-based classes.
What is a benefit of the parallel lines arrangement for group classes?
It allows the instructor to walk up and down the rows to supervise.
What types of classes does a circle arrangement work for?
Circuit training and boot-camp classes. It makes supervision simple and encourages a sense of community.
What are the benefits of a horizontal line arrangement for a fitness class?
Everyone’s movement and coordination pattern can be seen in a synchronized manner from all angles.
What types of classes work well in the horizontal line arrangement?
Kettlebell, suspension training, barre, and small/moderate reformer classes.
What types of equipment issues can cause negligence/liability claims?
Substandard or defective equipment.
Improper assembly.
Inadequate spacing between equipment units per the manufacturer’s standards.
Failure to replace or remove defective equipment.
Failure to keep equipment clean.
Failure to provide appropriate instruction and adequate supervision.