Certifications

We’re always looking for canfitpro qualified Fitness Instructor Specialists to join our fitness team. Learn more about the canfitpro certification we offer throughout the year. You must be 16 years or over to register.

Fitness Instructor Specialist Certification

You would be learning how to lead groups in various formats of cardiovascular conditioning, muscle strength and endurance training, stretching and relaxation, or a cool-down safely. You’d learn about different types of music, understand how to use music in a group setting, keep up with the latest fitness trends and become a leader for healthy living.

Course topics

Aspects of fitness, wellness and basic training principles
Fitness theory: skeletal, muscular, neurological, cardiovascular and pulmonary systems
Kinesiology/anatomy in action and bioenergetics
Components of a fitness class from the warm-up to the cool-down
Musicality: phrasing, cueing and appropriate music selection
Leadership and motivation skills
Injury recognition and prevention

Upcoming courses

Spring Course (27 hours):

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m . to 8:00 p.m. on June 2
Dates: April 14, 23 and 28, May 5, 12, 21 and 26, and June 2, 2025 (written exam: June 22)

Summer Course (27 hours):

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on August 10, 2025
Dates: August 7 to 10, 2025 (written exam on September 7, 2025)

Course fees include a hard copy course manual, in-class training, theory and practical exams and a canfitpro Professional Membership.

Rates

Two education packages are available.

Standard Membership: This package includes a Professional Membership, a hardcopy course manual, in-class course, theory exam, and practical exam.

Premium Membership: This package includes a Professional Membership, hardcopy course manual, in-class course, theory exam, practical exam, two tutoring sessions with a certified Pro Trainer, CPR A and AED (Adult), theory exam rewrite if needed, and an opportunity to take the practical exam if needed another time.