Korean Senior Sports Instructor Training Program
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On August 16–17, 2025, Nordic Walking was featured as part of the Korean Senior Sports Instructor (생활체육 노인스포츠지도사) training course at Ewha Womans University in Seoul.
About the Qualification
The Senior Sports Instructor is a nationally recognized certification in Korea. It is designed to prepare professionals who promote health, physical activity, and safe exercise participation among older adults. Candidates are often graduates in physical education, sports leaders, or professionals in health and welfare fields who plan to specialize in senior fitness and wellness.
Program Overview
Duration: 4 hours per session × 3 sessions
Participants: 80 per session (total 240 instructors)
Main Topics:
Introduction to Nordic Walking theory
Safe use of poles and fundamental techniques
Correct walking posture and practical training
Teaching strategies for senior participants
Key Outcomes
Over the course of three sessions, 240 Senior Sports Instructor trainees gained hands-on experience with Nordic Walking. The training emphasized correct posture, f
unctional mobility, and safe walking instruction. Nordic Walking was presented as an effective tool to support active aging, fall prevention, and extending healthy life expectancy, equipping future instructors with valuable skills to apply in their work with older adults.
