Nobody said it was easy -
being a professional isn't easy either. Are you a professional
firstly?? What's your idea of a professional in the fitness industry?
For me it's quite a few things..
understanding your product completely
believing in what your doing
having the right manner that sends people's respect for you up and up
not skimping on your effort for self improvement
satisfying your client
self presentation
tone of voice - words used
understanding what to say and when
The list is lengthy.
Lets
think about the 20 punters in front of you the instructor. Do you know
how they feel about you in the professional terms? How do they receive
your instruction? Do they give back to you in the circle of never
ending euphoria? Do you actually do what your asking of them? Are your
requests clear and concise? Is one week different to the last? Do you
leave the class pleased with them, for them, or pleased with yourself?
Think about that one......
When
you qualified in Vibe Cycle you did because you knew it was a complete
package - musically, technique, fluidity for the group, a one motion
with in a class of many, a 'group' exercise class that leaves nobody
behind, all driven by the music and your love of that music and how you
transpose that to your clients. See I told you it wasn't easy yet, all
of the above is applicable when your a professional Vibe Cycle
instructor.
If
your not teaching to beat and rhythm should you really call yourself a
Vibe Cycle Instructor? All Vibe instructors have attended the course
for their qualification where they would have completely understood
that working to the beat and rhythm and
working with a lead leg is the requirement. So, I would ask you, do
your classes uphold all that is your qualification - Vibe Cycle? There
are many many excellent Vibe instructors who wear the symbol very well.
You will be judged by quality of others.
"Oh
but my group doesn't like it" honestly, they will respect you for
controlling the group whilst guiding with ease, good use of words, tone
and your own presence on both the bike and in the room.
If
your really a generic spinner then call it that. Vibe Cycle is for
those who want more from themselves.....