For over 30 years, Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) has provided generations of instructors with practical skills and hands-on experience needed to inspire and motivate the world to move towards happier and healthier lives.
AFAA Group Fitness Instructor Certification (AFAA GFI) is built on the foundation of AFAA’s reputation as a leader and innovator of group-based fitness. Not only will AFAA’s new course provides for all of the necessary entry-level skills to become an in-demand instructor, the course also guide instructors on the format-specific classes, and help them navigate various career paths within the fitness industry.
INSIGHTS
- Includes online study material with access to technique and lectures videos, Group Fitness Digital Book, Study Guide and Practice Exam
- Next intake:
To be confirmed
Day 1 & 2 (Face to Face):
9am to 6pm
Day 3 & 4 (ZOOM):
9am to 11am
- Course fee:
Early Bird: S$1,150
Regular: S$1,250
- You can also chose to do the course on a self learning basis only. Contact us for more details.
We also offer AFAA online Continuing Education Courses here
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
The AFAA Group Fitness Instructor Certification course provides real-life application to specific exercise formats, examples of cueing, communication, and instruction.
As you progress through the course, you will work towards achieving competency in the following areas:
- Demonstrate comprehension of fundamental scientific concepts related to exercise science
- Design a well structured and balanced fitness class or workout for a diverse group of participants that is both safe and effective
- Demonstrate comprehension of key instruction and presentation skills necessary for effective group instruction
- Demonstrate key traits of professionalism as a group fitness instructor
- Demonstrate the key skills and knowledge required to be a competent group fitness instructor
During the 2.5-day training the following topics will be covered either through class lectures, class activities, quizzes and/or independent study:
- The Group Fitness Industry
- Foundations of Exercise Science
- The Human Movement System
- Integrated Fitness
- Teaching Basics
- Teaching: Multi-training and Exercise Technique
- Class Planning and Preparation
- Adapting to Class Dynamics
- Communication and Learning
- Inclusive Instruction for Special Populations
- Class Engagement and Motivation
- Professional and Legal Responsibilities
What’s included in the AFAA Group Fitness Instructor Certification (AFAA GFI):
- AFAA Group Fitness Instructor 2-day LIVE course (20 hours)
- AFAA Principles of Group Fitness Instruction textbook
- AFAA Group Fitness Instruction digital book
- AFAA Group Fitness Instructor online trainer resources
- AFAA Group Fitness Instructor online exercise resources
- AFAA Group Fitness Instructor online sample workouts
- AFAA Group Fitness Instructor online chapter quizzes
- AFAA Group Fitness Instructor online study guide
- AFAA Group Fitness Instructor online practice exam
- AFAA Group Fitness Instructor International Final exam ( 3 attempts)
Start your journey by learning:
- How to design, choreograph and teach a group fitness class.
- Essentials of exercise and physiology.
- Training on modalities, aquatic exercise, kickboxing, circuit training, dance, yoga, and pilates.
- Foundations of nutrition and weight management.
- How to adapt for special populations, like pregnant and senior participants.
- Business skills and professional responsibilities.
Siti Zhywee
Certified in both Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor with an extensive experience in the industry of more than 10 years. Zhywee’s goal is to constantly inspire, motivate, encourage and help her clients and students achieve a positive lifestyle through Fitness and contribute to the Fitness Industry by empowering aspiring Fitness Professionals to be great leaders to the community.