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your goals, fast?

Fitness Training Courses

At the YMCA, we’re here to help you grow in spirit, mind, and body. Our wide variety of certification courses develop leaders who are equipped with the skills and knowledge to share their passions with the community. 

Group Fitness Instructor Course: Cardio & Strength

Online - BASIC THEORY

Must be completed before attending first in-person session. Must pass with an 80% or higher.

Part 1

BEING A YMCA INSTRUCTOR

Part 2 + 3

BASIC MOVEMENTS + CUES AND CORRECTIVE FEEDBACK

Part 4

EXERCISE VARIETY + MODIFICATIONS

Part 5 + 6

SPECIFIC CLASS DESIGN + ROLE OF THE INSTRUCTOR

Group Fitness Instructor Course: Cardio & Strength
Dates & Times (YMCA Clubhouse + YMCA Aerobic Studio)

  • Sat June 8, 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • Sun June 9, 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • Sat June 22, 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • Sun June 29, 8:30am – 4:30pm

Cost:
$175 / per person

Pre-Requisites:

Pre-requisites
• Minimum 16 years of age at the time of certification
• Current CPR A (Adult)
• Recommended: 30 hours as a participant in desired subject matter
Certification Requirements
• Complete YMCA Fitness Instructor course which includes basic theory and fitness stream (e.g. cardio and strength), specific course assignments, and apprenticeship
• Score a minimum of 80% on written test within self-directed modules
• Successful evaluation by a Champion or Educator using stream specific evaluation tool

Looking to register?
Reach out to your YMCA Centre Manager, Samantha Green at [email protected]