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

Spring session

The next three-day course will take place at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre and run the following days and times.

• Friday, May 3 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Saturday, May 4 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Sunday, May 5 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Friday, May 31 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Exam)

Cost

The regular rate for the full course is $642.00 and includes the course, manual, study guide and practical exam. If you register at least three weeks in advance you would pay the early bird rate of $607.00.

How to register

Call canfitpro or register online.