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
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
Making the Cycle of Life a Life Fulfilling Experience
Aging Defined
Life Expectancy
Cognitive Effects of Aging
References
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
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
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
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
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
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
“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
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
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
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
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