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
• Special populations and injuries

Upcoming session

The next course will take place at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre and run April 30 to May 2, 2021. Additional protocols for COVID-19 will be in place. Details will be sent to you prior to the course start date.

• Friday, April 30 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Saturday, May 1 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Sunday, May 2 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Rates

Early bird rtes apply to registrations received more than three weeks prior to the scheduled start date of the event. Non-member rates include a one-year canfitpro Professional Membership.

How to register

Call canfitpro or register online.