Supervision

• On-site supervision is recommended during initial skill instruction.
• Proximity supervision is recommended following initial skill instruction and after all safety concerns have been emphasized.

Instructional Considerations

• Students should be instructed in the proper use of exercise equipment before using it, i.e., when using stair climber machines.
• Teachers should encourage development of overall muscular conditioning.
• Teachers should encourage correct body alignment and form.
• Teachers should encourage students to work at personal levels of intensity.
• Teachers should encourage students to participate at their level of comfort, focusing on participation, not performance.
• Teachers should understand and explain concepts of personal levels of intensity while performing exercises.
• Teachers should have knowledge in exercise program planning and progression.

Equipment/Facilities

• Stair climber machines should not be used at the elementary school level.
• Steps and stairs should be equipped with a non-slip tread.
• Students must wear appropriate footwear.