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PSP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR COURSE
Who Should Attend:
This course is designed for new civilian PSP fitness instructors who joined PSP. As per direction by the Director of Fitness, all new fitness instructors must attend this course.
Course Aim:
The aim of this course is to familiarize PSP fitness employees with the military, as well as specific policies and procedures that apply to CF physical fitness, evaluations, and sports. The knowledge imparted during this two-week course gives PSP fitness employees competence and confidence in their new positions.
Course Objectives:
The four main Performance Objectives (PO) of this course are as follows:
- General Service Knowledge
- CF Fitness Evaluations Policies and Procedures
- CF Physical Fitness Training (how to teach fitness classes)
- CF Sports Program
How and What You Will Learn:
This course focuses on DGPFSS, General Service Knowledge (CF organizational structure, rank system, etc.), CF physical fitness training methods, and the policies and procedures of CF fitness evaluations. It does so through theoretical lectures, practical exercises, case studies, group discussions, and student presentations. Students also become familiar with the CF sports program structure (both local and international), as well as equipment safety and how to organize leagues and tournaments.
Prerequisites:
Candidates must have a full-time, permanent position with PSP. They must also be physically fit (i.e., pass their fitness evaluation at an incentive level).
Course Logistics:
- This course is taught either at CFB Borden or at any location with suitable facilities and equipment.
- This course is offered in both official languages.
- Course start dates are flexible; course length is 10 working days.
BFTA (Basic Fitness Training Assistant) Course
MITE Course Qualification Code 112290 - 10 training days
Who Should Attend:
This course is designed for physically fit service members who are interested in fitness and are motivated to help others reach their fitness goals.
Course Aim:
This course aims at producing physical fitness training assistants who work in conjunction their units and the PSP fitness staff to improve the overall fitness of their units/schools. The qualified BFTA will act as an effective liaison between his or her unit and the PSP fitness staff at his or her specific location. This improved communication will help enhance the level of continuity of the CF Fitness Program in general.
Course Objectives:
- Prepare Lesson Plans
- Inspect Sports Equipment and Facilities
- Instruct Basic Group Physical Fitness
- Assist in Physical Fitness Evaluations
Prerequisites:
- Incentive-exempt in the CF EXPRES Program, or have successfully completed the LFCPFS (13-km wt load march and casualty evacuation) in the past 12 months
- Rank of Corporal and above
- Currently qualified in Standard First Aid and CPR
- Medical standards:
| V | CV | H | G | O | A |
| 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 |
- Recommended by a unit CO and/or a Fitness and Sports Director
AFTA (ADVANCED FITNESS TRAINING ASSISTANT) COURSE
MITE Course Qualification Code 112390 - 10 training days
Who Should Attend:
This course is for military personnel who have a keen interest in Physical Fitness Training (PFT) and have successfully completed the BFTA (Basic Fitness Training Assistant) qualification. Course Aim: This course aims at teaching military members advanced operational type fitness training. It will teach them how to meet the needs of the tactical athlete. This operational based training will enhance the operational readiness of the individual and his/her unit.
Course Objectives:
During this 2 week course you will learn how to:
- Explain the combat fitness program
- Identify advanced exercise safety concerns
- Demonstrate/conduct combat fitness conditioning / physical fitness session
- Conduct obstacle physical fitness training
- Conduct operational based physical fitness skills training
- Conduct competitive fitness games
- Conduct orienteering
Prerequisites:
- BFTA qualified for at least 1 year and involved with the unit’s/school’s PT program on regular basis
- Incentive-exempt in the CF EXPRES Program, or have successfully completed the LFCPFS (13-km wt load march and casualty evacuation) in the past 12 months
- Rank of MCpl. and above
- Currently qualified in Standard First Aid and CPR
- Medical standards:
| V | CV | H | G | O | A |
| 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 |
- Recommended by a unit CO and/or a Fitness and Sports Director
USFO (UNIT SPORTS AND FITNESS OFFICER) COURSE
MITE Course Qualification Code 112436 - 5 training days
This course is presently under review.
THE PSP TRAINING CENTRE: YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Primary Methods of Teaching:
Instructors use a balance of lectures, discussion, demonstrations, tours, and practical exercises such as the obstacle course, orienteering events, and others to teach the necessary skills and knowledge required.
If you have any questions regarding our training and /or training schedule, please contact the Office Coordinator at Evelyn.Keller@forces.gc.ca or (705)424-1200 ext. 3127.