What should an instructor do to ensure proper form and technique during a class?

To ensure proper form and technique during a class, providing verbal and visual cues throughout the session is essential. Continuous feedback helps participants understand how to execute moves correctly, reinforcing safe and effective practices. Verbal cues can guide them through the movements, while visual cues, such as demonstrations or using props, serve as a reference for participants to model their actions after. This ongoing support helps to prevent injury and promotes better performance, which is crucial in a group fitness setting.

In contrast, encouraging participants to push through pain can lead to injury rather than improvement, as pain is often a signal that something is wrong. Only correcting individuals who are visibly struggling may overlook those who are performing poorly but are less obvious in their struggles. Finally, demonstrating exercises only at the beginning of the class limits the opportunity for participants to receive guidance as their form may deteriorate over time, which can compromise safety and effectiveness. Therefore, continuous verbal and visual cues ensure that all participants receive the guidance necessary for maintaining proper form throughout the class.