Course curriculum

  • 1

    Chapter 1: Introduction to the Golden Beats Program

    • Your Course Materials

    • Proof Of Drums Alive Basic Completion

    • Embracing the Golden Years with a Quality-of-Life Transformative Experience

    • Your Instructors

    • Golden Beats Course Highlights

    • What is the Golden Beats Program?

    • The “Why,” “What,” and “How” of the Golden Beats Program

    • Exercise for Older Adults

    • What makes Golden Beats Unique?

    • Who Teaches Golden Beats?

    • Where Are Golden Beats Classes Taught?

    • Teaching Tips
  • 2

    Chapter 2: Exploring Perceptions of Aging

    • Age is Just a Number…Create Your Reality

    • Exploring Aging

    • Attitude is Everything

    • Important Role of Golden Beats Instructors

    • Ageism in Action: Communication for Healthy Aging

    • Practical Application

    • Chapter 2 Quiz

    • References
  • 3

    Chapter 3: Age-Related Physical, Cognitive, and Social-Emotional Changes

    • Making the Cycle of Life a Life Fulfilling Experience

    • Aging Defined

    • Life Expectancy

    • Cognitive Effects of Aging

    • References
  • 4

    Chapter 4: Drumming

    • Achieving a Higher Level of Health and Wellness…One Beat at a Time!

    • Drumming Fitness Research – How Drums Alive Started it All

    • Drums Alive Research

    • Research-Based Power of Drumming and Therapeutic Benefits by the Experts

    • Practical Application

    • Chapter 4 Quiz

    • References
  • 5

    Chapter 5: The Marvelous Brain

    • The Marvelous Brain: Unleashing the Power of Improved Cognitive Function

    • The Brain Defined

    • Brain Health and Older Adults

    • Cognitive Domain

    • Cognitive Domain #1 - Perceptual-Motor Function

    • Shape It Up-Instructions and Demonstration

    • Cognitive Domain #2 - Learning and Memory

    • What Is Missing - Instructions and Demonstration

    • Cognitive Domain #3 - Language Skills

    • Swim with The Sharks - Instructions and Demonstration

    • Cognitive Domain #4 - Social Cognition

    • We Are Puzzled - Instructions and Demonstration

    • Cognitive Domain #5 - Complex Attention

    • Alphabet Soup - Instruction and Demonstration

    • Cognitive Domain #6 - Executive Function

    • Movement is Medicine for the Brain

    • Combined Physical and Cognitive Training for Brain Health

    • How to Integrate Brain Health into Golden Beats Classes

    • Teaching Tips

    • References

    • Chapter 4 Quiz
  • 6

    Chapter 6: Drumming for Balance

    • Moving with Confidence

    • Fall Facts

    • How Falls Happen

    • Balance

    • Assessment for Fall Risk

    • Balance Drills and Activities

    • Single Ball-videos

    • Balance, Coordination & Proprioception Training

    • ABC Balance with Me - Instructions and Demonstration

    • Teeter Totter - Instructions and Demonstration

    • Brain and Balance - Instructions and Demonstration

    • Chapter 6 Quiz

    • References
  • 7

    Chapter 7 : FUNctional Skills

    • Putting FUN into Drumming Fitness for Independent Living

    • ADLs and IADLs

    • Physical Activity Improves the Ability to Perform Daily Living Skills

    • Determining a Participant’s Level of Function

    • Assessing Functional Abilities

    • Foundational Components of Function: Posture, Core, Breathing

    • Core

    • Breathing

    • Functional Movement Patterns

    • Application to Golden Beats Classes

    • Functional Skills used in a choreography

    • Include Modifications and Progressions

    • Practical Application

    • Chapter 7 Quiz

    • References
  • 8

    Chapter 8: Music and the Human Experience

    • Music: A Critical Piece of the Quality-of-Life Puzzle

    • Music Therapy vs. Golden Beats Training

    • Health Benefits of Music

    • Elements of Music

    • How Music Affects our Body, Brain, and Emotions: Introduction

    • Music and the Body

    • Physiological Benefits of Music

    • Choose Your Tempos Wisely

    • Music and the Brain

    • Rhythm and the Brain

    • Music and the Emotions

    • Music and Memory

    • Cultural Drumming : Introduction

    • Cultural Appropriation

    • Selecting Music for Your Classes: Introduction

    • Selecting Music: Practical Considerations

    • Selecting Music: Emotional Considerations

    • Selecting Music: Older Adults' Favorite Music

    • Harnessing the Power of Music

    • Conclusion

    • Theoretical and Practical Applications

    • Chapter 8 Quiz

    • References
  • 9

    Chapter 9: Wellness

    • Moving From Surviving to Thriving

    • Wellness: The Beginning

    • The 8 Dimensions and Successful Behaviors of Wellness

    • Mindfulness and its Relationship to Wellness

    • Practical Application

    • Chapter 9 Quiz

    • References
  • 10

    Chapter 10: Class Design

    • “Put It All Together” for YOUR Creative, Research-Based Class Design Experience

    • Where to Start

    • Class Content, Structure, and Schedule

    • Desired Class Design Flow

    • Balance and Proprioception

    • Practical Applications

    • Chapter 10 Quiz

    • References
  • 11

    Chapter 11: Teaching for Success

    • Teaching for Success: The Art of Using Knowledge, Skills, and Resources to Inspire Others

    • Steps to Success for Golden Beats Instructors

    • Qualities of a Successful Golden Beats Instructor

    • Personalizing Your Instruction

    • Preparing for Your First Golden Beats Class

    • The Room

    • The Equipment

    • The Music

    • The Emergency Plan

    • The Instructor

    • Effective Communication

    • Interpersonal Skills

    • Portraying Confidence

    • Progression of Skills

    • Monitoring Your Participants

    • Making Modifications

    • Class Management

    • Creating a Community

    • Practical Application

    • Chapter 11 Quiz

    • References
  • 12

    Chapter 12: Golden Beats Assessment

    • Assessing for Improvement

    • Golden Beats Assessment Tools (Video)

    • Golden Beats Pre- and Post-Assessment

    • Ruler Drop Test

    • 30-Second Chair Stand

    • 2-Minute Walk Test (2MWT)

    • Timed Up and Go (TUG)

    • Timed Up and Go (Cognitive) TUG-Cog

    • Timed Up and Go (Manual) TUG-Motor

    • Functional Reach Test

    • 4-Stage Balance Test

    • 30-Second Arm Curl Test

    • Digit Span (also called Digit Sequencing)

    • Chair Stand and Arm Curl Test Normal Ranges
  • 13

    Seated to Standing-Full Class Videos

    • GOLDEN BEATS SEATED TO STANDING WORKOUT - VIDEO INTRODUCTION

    • GOLDEN BEATS SEATED TO STANDING WORKOUT - WELCOME

    • GOLDEN BEATS SEATED TO STANDING WORKOUT - WARM UP

    • GOLDEN BEATS SEATED TO STANDING WORKOUT - CARDIO 1

    • GOLDEN BEATS SEATED TO STANDING WORKOUT - CARDIO 1B

    • GOLDEN BEATS SEATED TO STANDING WORKOUT - CARDIO 2

    • GOLDEN BEATS SEATED TO STANDING WORKOUT - STRENGTH & TONE

    • GOLDEN BEATS SEATED TO STANDING WORKOUT - WELLNESS & BALANCE

    • GOLDEN BEATS SEATED TO STANDING WORKOUT - COOL DOWN & STRETCH

    • GOLDEN BEATS SEATED TO STANDING WORKOUT - PRODUCTION CREDITS
  • 14

    Final Exam

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    • Final Exam