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SCW Fitness Education offers a variety of 40 high-quality, affordable certifications that range from primary certs such as Group Exercise, Personal Training and Aqua to Specialty Courses including Barre, Yoga, Aging and Meditation. These extensive courses are offered Live, Live Stream and Online including detailed manuals, comprehensive videos, automated testing, downloadable certificates suitable for framing, along with CECs from ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, AEA, and SCW.
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Group Exercise
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This course provides the perfect blend of practical and theoretical teaching techniques for those who desire to become successful Group Exercise Instructors. Class sequencing, warm-up, progressions, musical phrasing, proper cueing techniques, choreography development, and all other practical skills are emphasized so that you can teach your best class every time. Upon completion of this course, you will gain the confidence to teach a group exercise class to participants who have varying levels of fitness.
SCW (8.0), AFAA (8.0), NASM (0.8), AEA (4.5), ASCM (8.0), NFPT (1.6)
Personal Training
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This comprehensive program is designed to provide participants with all of the skills required to become a successful Personal Trainer by combining academic study with the latest practical research. Each student will learn cutting-edge information on exercise physiology, kinesiology, flexibility, strength training, injury prevention, and cardiovascular programming. Participants will experience the most contemporary mind/body methods, sports performance enhancement drills, and program design techniques as they apply to personal training.
SCW (8.0), AEA (4.0), ACSM (8.0), NFPT (1.6)
Active Aging
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Many individuals are living longer and better than ever. Cutting-edge research reveals the secrets involving aging and how we can proactively become involved with our chronologically enriched friends. We know that we can train and delay the aging process by focusing on mental health, cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, flexibility and fall prevention and balance. Lawrence will discuss why we don’t just “teach seniors” any longer. Group fitness instructors, personal trainers and those in charge of active aging programming will enjoy this exciting day that combines research and practical approaches for training the brains and bodies of our 50+ participants.
SCW (8.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), AEA (4.0), ACSM (8.0), NFPT (1.6), ACE (0.7)
Active Aging Nutrition
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Learn research-based, current insights on the distinct nutritional needs of your classes and clients over 50. Learn practical tips for preserving or increasing lean body mass, enhancing mental cognition, losing excess body fat, getting needed vitamins and minerals, and more. Discover studied nutritional strategies from regions across the globe known for longevity. Make yourself more marketable to this population by sharpening your nutrition knowledge on aging.
SCW (4.0), AFAA (4.0), NASM (0.4), ACSM (4.0), NFPT (0.8), ACE (0.4)
Aquatic Exercise
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Dive into the world of water fitness with a nationally recognized certification that provides the essential for anyone looking to teach water exercise. This program covers the benefits of aquatic exercise, anatomy, and kinesiology as applied to water, along with water depth adaptations, movement planes, musicality, and adjustments for special populations. Leadership skills and effective cueing techniques are emphasized through on-site instruction and one-on-one assessments. The certification includes both theoretical and practical training, a comprehensive manual, and an online exam, ensuring you’re prepared to lead successful aquatic exercise classes. Accredited for CECs: AEA (7.0), ACE (0.7), ACSM (8.0), AFAA (8.0), NASM (0.8), and SCW (8.0)
Aqua Barre
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Bring the extremely popular Barre format to the pool with this brand-new certification, which uses a noodle as a ballet barre for stability. Learn how ballet-inspired movements and gentle resistance can strengthen arms, legs and especially core. Experience isometric movements that will tone every muscle in the body. Explore long lever movements to lengthen, strengthen and improve your range of motion. Leave with innovative programming that will allow you to creatively plan multiple Aqua Barre workouts appropriate for all levels of fitness.
SCW (6.0), AFAA (6.0), NASM (0.6), AEA (6.0), ACSM (6.0), NFPT (1.2), ACE (0.7)
Aquatic Personal Training
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This Nationally Recognized Aquatic Personal Training Certification is led by one of the top aquatic experts in the country. Combine lecture and activity to address theoretical foundations, training principles, and hands-on program design. Acquire the necessary skill sets and critical knowledge to guide and inspire clients to achieve their health, fitness, and activities of daily living goals. Explore the essentials of exercise physiology and kinesiology, theories of water and how they apply to movement, health-risk assessment, physical evaluations, programming alternatives for cardio, strength and flexibility advancement. Experience an introduction to facilitating behavior change in addition to basic business and marketing skills in this full-day course. Certification includes practical training, comprehensive manual and online examination.
SCW (7.0), ACE (0.8), ACSM (7.0), AEA (8.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7)
Barre
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This comprehensive 1-day certification provides you with the necessary skills needed to teach a fun and challenging barre workout including progressions and regressions that can be used for various populations. SCW Barre Certification combines the core conditioning associated with Pilates with the strength training received from traditional weights, along with the flexibility improvements that occur with Yoga. Perfect for all ages and fitness levels, your clients will increase stability by using isometric exercises that incorporate a fixed ballet barre. You will leave with several easy-to-follow, choreographed, 60-minute Barre formats that include a plethora of variations. This will enable you to discover creative ways to structure your own Barre workouts with equipment options that include light dumbbells, flat resistance bands, mini-balls, and more. The certification includes practical training, a comprehensive manual, and a completely automated online examination.
SCW (7.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), AEA (4.0), ACSM (7.0), ACE (0.6)
Boxing
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This certification provides the tools you need to implement the basics of boxing into programs you already teach. This comprehensive program explains the “sweet science” behind the sport, and you’ll leave with the knowledge and confidence to empower others – from novices to well-trained fighters. This certification will explore three learning styles, auditory, visual, and tactile, and provide you with several authentic workouts that would be taught at a traditional boxing gym.
SCW (7.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), AEA (4.0), ACSM (7.0), NFPT (1.4)
Chronic Disease Specialist
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Chronic Diseases are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. This course provides fitness professionals with the basic knowledge to understand the most prevalent chronic diseases, symptoms, causes, and treatment methods to work with this growing demographic safely and effectively. Learn valuable tools to improve client trust, decrease their pain, and increase quality of life. Level-up your career as a personal or group fitness professional with an in-depth knowledge of chronic diseases.
SCW (4.0), ACSM (4.0), AEA (4.0), ACE (0.4)
Core Training
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Everyone wants a strong, lean, sculpted core. Effective core exercises require much more than just lying on the floor, knowing how the muscles of the core work can help you deliver results clients want. Upright movements require core muscles to work in all three planes of motion to control the body’s center of gravity over a moving base of support. Learn how to design core training programs that help the body both move and look better to produce results clients want.
SCW (4.0), AFAA (4.0), NASM (0.4), AEA (2.0), ACSM (4.0), NFPT (0.8), ACE (0.4)
Corrective Exercise
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In the comprehensive course, learn to conduct and interpret key movement screens and implement a corrective exercise program to restore the body’s proper biological design. Discover how to effectively coach the five movement patterns so that any exercise can be performed safely and effectively, without the risk of injury. Gain expertise on how to become more of a movement specialist and present pre-hab exercises to prevent the necessity of rehab. As exercise-related injuries continue to increase in fitness, is it time to revisit and understand the foundation concepts of movement, the relationship of stability and mobility throughout the kinetic chain and how they function in exercise and movement?
SCW (7.0), AFAA (6.0), NASM (0.6), AEA (6.5), ACSM (7.0), NFPT (1.4), ACE (0.6)
Fall Prevention
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This course provides fitness professionals the knowledge to help clients reduce the risk for falls through various fall prevention best-practices, techniques, exercises and more. Learn to identify and implement assessments to test balance. Understand how to develop a clear baseline to serve as the foundation of a safe and effective fall prevention exercise program. This course is the first step to help your clients reduce falls and live independently. SCW (4.0), ACE (0.4), NASM (0.4), AFAA (4.0)
Flowing Yoga
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Center your mind and stretch your practice with this comprehensive approach to dynamic, flowing yoga. Study 5 distinct phases of class that blend relaxation, energy and empowerment into one program. Coordinate breath with fluid, graceful movements, connect the mind to the body, and emphasize increased flexibility and stress reduction. Learn simple, digestible terminology to effortlessly string dynamic and functional Yoga movement patterns. Experience Individual pose progressions to be used separately or combine them with other pose sequences to create your own customized series.
SCW (8.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), AEA (3.5), ACSM (8.0), NFPT (1.6), ACE (0.7)
Functional Flexibility
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SCW Fitness Education Functional Flexibility Certification is based on science and the pathways to create conscious movements with beneficial, subconscious results. It gives personal trainers new and necessary strategies and tools and techniques to develop individual programs consisting of corrective exercises, which will enhance the lives and mobility of their clients. Participants will explore the language of movement in three planes of motion and understand the influence of gravity and ground reaction based on principles of applied functional science. Trainers will discover how to assess posture, determine strengths and weaknesses, and lengthen and strengthen their client’s muscles for optimal and authentic movement. This course is very beneficial for trainers looking for more ways to observe and correct faulty movement patterns that inhibit the client’s efficiency.
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Functional Pilates
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Experience a functional approach to Pilates mat utilizing props that simulate apparatus. Whether a seasoned Pilates trainer or new to teaching, you leave with essential tools and concepts that give you many ways to change a Pilates mat class for variety and implement progressions and regressions effectively. Learn how to combine classical repertoire with a modern approach that challenges your students both vertically and horizontally to improve everyday activities, posture and reduce overuse injuries. Discover how to train your clients through various planes of motion and recognize postural concerns so you utilize exercises that lead to a better quality of life and improved functional strength.
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Functional Training
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Expand your reach as a Personal Trainer to attract and retain more clients through the use of functional training. Learn dozens of new exercises, refine the positions you and your clients train in, and develop a program that delivers results consistently without risk. Discover and assess how to effectively train your muscles to work together. Explore the training techniques that drive life, sport, and health. Improve human function and performance through this digestible, hands-on, practical course. Leave with a full list of new exercises and practical modifications including regressions and progressions that you can integrate today into your training programs. Grow your training business through this expert functional training course developing both your personal and small group offerings.
SCW (7.0), ACE (0.7), ACSM (7.0), AEA (8.0), AFAA (8.0), NASM (0.8)
Group Step
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Build on your group fitness certification by learning the specific skills necessary for delivering step classes to participants of all fitness levels. A review of theoretical information including anatomy, physiology and biomechanics specific to step will lay a strong foundation for you to teach a successful Group Step class. Learn to take combinations and break them down with proven teaching methods from the masters to gain a clear understanding of what it takes to make a step class work.
SCW (8.0), AFAA (8.0), NASM (0.8), ACSM (8.0), NFPT (1.6), ACE (0.7), AEA (4.0)
Group Strength
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Design a program that integrates various small apparatus equipment for traditional group exercise, Boot camp and Small Group Training classes. Utilize dynamic techniques, which incorporate multi-muscle and multi-joint exercises. Traditional and non-traditional strength training principles will be reviewed and fused with practical application.
SCW (4.0), AFAA (4.0), NASM (0.4), AEA (2.0), ACSM (4.0), NFPT (0.8), ACE (0.4)
HIIT
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Light a fire with the hottest HIIT training certification from SCW. This six-hour, in-depth course reviews the science behind metabolic conditioning, functional training and high intensity interval training. Trainers develop essential coaching skills through practical application. This step-by-step system provides you with three full total-body metabolic workouts suitable for Small Group Training and traditional Group Exercise settings.
SCW (6.0), AFAA (6.0), NASM (0.6), AEA (3.0), ACSM (6.0), NFPT (1.2), ACE (0.5)
Kettlebell Training
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Kettle weights are a popular strength training option. Unfortunately, little has been done to educate Personal Trainers about the appropriate movement patterns, methodology, and biomechanics of this highly effective modality. This in-depth study of planes of motion and exercise prescription with kettle weights offers a variety of traditional and modified lifts and assists the Personal Trainer with gaining a thorough understanding of each exercise.
SCW (4.0), AFAA (4.0), NASM (0.4), AEA (2.0), ASCM (4.0), NFPT (0.8), ACE (0.4)
Kids in Motion
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Fuse science with practical training to lead your own kids’ fitness program. This certification examines basic pediatric exercise science and the many differences between children and adults. This comprehensive course will look at the developmentally appropriate movement for kids within the range of 2 to 12 years of age and provide endless programming ideas.
SCW (8.0), AFAA (8.0), NASM (0.8), ACSM (8.0), NFPT (1.6), ACE (0.7), AEA (7.0)
Life Coaching
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Elevate your career with a dynamic program designed to provide the essential education, guidance, and structure needed to become a successful life coach. Master the fundamentals of life coaching, including wellness, fitness, career, relationship, and personal development coaching. Build a strong foundation for your practice with effective strategies for delivering your services and creating an authentic brand that attracts ideal clients. Guided by industry experts, you’ll learn techniques to expand your role, making a significant impact in your community while growing your business. This comprehensive training includes hands-on practice, detailed forms, a manual, and an online exam, equipping you with the skills to inspire and transform lives. Accredited for Continuing Education Credits: SCW (7.0), ACE (0.7), ACSM (7.0), AEA (7.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7)
Marketing and Sales for Personal Trainers
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This certification teaches you to succeed as a Personal Trainer by finding prospects and transforming them into long-term clients. Learn successful marketing techniques and usable social media strategies to perfect your skills at growing and sustaining a successful independent business. Explore personalized pricing and experience revenue growth to ultimately maintain and succeed as a Personal Trainer in this competitive and lucrative field.
SCW (7.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), AEA (4.0), ACSM (7.0), NFPT (1.4), ACE (0.6)
Meditation
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Learn the background to traditional tenets of Eastern meditation, from principles to prana to practices. Fuse theory and practical meditation techniques to gain a deeper sense of self and consciousness. Learn mindful skills that gradually progress with the potential to develop into a lifelong practice for yourself and others.
SCW (4.0), AFAA (4.0), NASM (0.4), ACSM (4.0), NFPT (0.8), ACE (0.4), AEA (4.0)
Menopause Wellness
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Unlock vibrant health during menopause with this transformative course that empowers you to guide clients confidently through this life stage. Leverage the latest research to inspire students using evidence-based exercises, nutrition strategies, and holistic practices tailored to their unique needs. Master creative, research-backed approaches to fitness and wellness, enhancing your influence in personal training and group exercise. Develop essential skills to manage symptoms, boost energy, and improve overall well-being, all while refining your business practices. This program includes a comprehensive manual and an online exam, ensuring you are fully equipped to support clients. Accredited for CECs: SCW (7.0), ACE (0.7), AEA (7.0), ACSM (7.0), NASM (0.6), and AFAA (6.0)
Mind Body Fusion
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SCW Fitness Education Mind Body Fusion Certification provides the skills necessary to develop and create a successful fitness class in a club and fitness studio environment. This course provides the initial step into teaching a fitness-based Mind Body Fusion class with emphasis on elements, principles, forms and program design.
SCW (8.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), ACSM (8.0), NFPT (1.6), AEA (8.0)
Moms in Motion
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Discover how biomechanics, kinesiology, and the physiology of fitness training affects pre-natal, pregnant and post-partum women. This unique blend of education, exercise and obstetrics addresses land fitness, aquatic exercise, and personal training. Combining pregnancy themes, stylized moves and safety variations makes for the best pregnant programming available. Learn techniques to effectively prepare your clients for childbirth and the work of motherhood! This certification strictly adheres to the new ACOG and ASCM guidelines.
SCW (8.0), AFAA (8.0), NASM (0.8), ASCM (8.0), NFPT (1.6), ACE (0.7), AEA (7.0)
Nutrition Coaching for Fitness Professionals
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In this brand-new and highly requested SCW Certification, learn practical and safe techniques, plans and programs to provide sound nutritional coaching to guide your clients to reach their goals. Review your scope of practice and examine what can and should be discussed with clients to forge a strong, practical and healthy Client-Coach relationship. Review the foundations of nutrition and metabolism, and educate your clients about the principles of quality nutrition programs through Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) and weight loss calculations.
SCW (7.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), AEA (7.0), ACSM (7.0), NFPT (1.4), ACE (0.7)
Nutrition, Hormones & Metabolism
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This practical program provides participants with cutting-edge information on nutrition, hormones, and metabolism. In easy-to-understand terms, learn how each macronutrient operates within energy pathways and how digestive and reproductive hormones affect metabolism. The body’s adaptations to an incomplete diet and/or disease and the physiological consequences during various exercise regimes will be addressed.
SCW (7.0), AFAA (8.0), NASM (0.8), AEA (8.0), ACSM (7.0), NFPT (1.4), ACE (0.7)
Performance Stability Training
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This specialty certification takes you through the basics and beyond of balance, stability and functional performance training on and off the stability ball. Participants will be introduced to the physiological, biomechanical and kinesthetic awareness principles, which form the foundation for stability and performance. Practical application will create programming ideas and exercises for all populations.
SCW (8.0), AFAA (8.0), NASM (0.8), ACSM (8.0), NFPT (1.6), ACE (0.7), AEA (7.0)
Pilates Matwork
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This nationally recognized certification offers an in-depth exploration of classical Pilates movements and their modifications, enhancing creativity and expertise. The program emphasizes core stabilization, optimal alignment, and Pilates matwork, blending theory with practical training. Participants master over 40 essential exercises, including variations for spinal dysfunctions and postural imbalances. The course provides choreography variations that are easy to learn and apply, equipping instructors with creative programming options for all ages and abilities. Included are practical training, a comprehensive manual, and an online exam, ensuring participants gain the skills needed to teach effective and innovative Pilates Mat Classes. Whether new to Pilates or deepening expertise, this certification will elevate your teaching credentials. Accredited for CECs: SCW (8.0), ACE (0.8), ACSM (8.0), AEA (4.5), AFAA (8.0), NASM (0.8)
Pilates Small Apparatus
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Evolved Pilates mat exercises using props and small apparatus including stability balls, medicine balls, foam rollers, straps, and fitness circles. Class sequencing, creativity and choreographic progressions for a variety of clients, and class settings are covered, focusing on proper execution of form and technique as it applies to group and personal training. Prior Pilates training recommended.
SCW (8.0), AFAA (8.0), NASM (0.8), ACSM (8.0), NFPT (1.6), ACE (0.7), AEA (8.0)
Foam Rolling & Recovery
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Recovery has come to the forefront of training programs because of its powerful role in performance, pain reduction, and injury prevention. Leave this certification with the ability to obtain and retain more clients who will work out more often with you as the recovery expert. This certification examines the current research and applied physiology of foam rolling before, during, and after a workout. Examine the effects of rolling versus self-myofascial release, and we will review current research and the application of other rolling tools and techniques. Learn to breathe, relax, roll, and adapt the ready-to-use rolling protocols to create a customized recovery class. This certification includes a coaching module using techniques that include program-design to offer a systematic approach when leading group recovery classes.
SCW (6.0), AFAA (6.0), NASM (0.6), AEA (2.0), ACSM (6.0), NFPT (1.2), ACE (0.4)
Program Design for Fitness Professionals
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Take your fitness business to the next level with this interactive course that focuses exclusively on hands-on practical application and business growth. Review biomechanics and kinesiology for an in-depth understanding of how to analyze movement through a series of simple screens that customize exercises to specifically suit your clients. Enhance your communication and cueing through thoughtful and intelligent coaching, movement breakdown and program design. Round-out your certification with solid business building strategies covering marketing, retention and referrals.
SCW 7.0, ACSM 7.0, ACE 0.7, AFAA 7.0, NASM 0.7, NFPT 1.4, AEA 4.0
S.E.A.T.
Supported Exercise for Ageless Training
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This comprehensive program is perfect for Active Aging and Specialty Format Instructors looking to elevate their chair exercise classes. Focusing on the aging process, the course delves into physiology, kinesiology, and the unique needs of students requiring extra support. Learn to use a chair as a base for sitting, standing, and supported movements, enhancing group teaching skills. The program covers effective verbal and visual cueing, memory-improvement strategies, and active aging principles. A full-day practical training session includes choreography routines to improve class sequencing, musical phrasing, and teaching skills, supported by the latest online video resources. Both novice and experienced instructors will benefit through enhanced class structure design, routine creation, and leadership development. The course includes a manual, downloadable PowerPoint, a full-hour workout video, music, flashcards, an automated online exam, and a certificate. Accredited for CECs: ACSM (7.0), ACE (7.0), AEA (7.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), and SCW (7.0)
Small Group Training
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Evolve your coaching skills and receive practical knowledge essential to developing and delivering small group training. This brand new SCW Certification is a necessity and will give you the ability to create fun, goal-based workouts. Whether a personal trainer wanting to learn new motivational tools for varying group sizes and fitness levels or a group exercise instructor needing to elevate that personalized experience, you will gain expertise in both areas. Understand how to lead a group and coach the individual to create a one-of-a-kind experience.
SCW (4.0), AEA (4.0), ACSM (4.0), NFPT (0.8)
Small Group Personal Training
Purchase Online Certification Attend at MANIA® Understanding the art and practice of program design is critical to all Personal Trainers who teach Small Group Training classes. In this certification course, you will learn how to effectively utilize resistance tubing, steps, weighted bars, Gliding Discs and medicine balls. Learn critical body alignment and movement progressions to enhance motor learning and skill development for five functional program designs. SCW (7.0), ACSM (7.0), NFPT (1.4)Social Media
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Grow your social media following and build your personal and professional influence. Improve your image and increase your reach. Explore simple, usable and effective social media tricks and marketing tips. Join us for this 8-hour certification to learn how to launch your own online classes or expand your virtual studio. Address new ways to start your own live streaming personal training business or perfect your current programming. Review effective and ever-changing ways to master Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn with actionable items to start immediately to organize and create content quickly and successfully. This course is created to provide you with tools, techniques, and solutions to take your online life to the next level. Social Media is constantly changing and we continually update this course, so that whether you are new to social media or a seasoned veteran, you will receive the latest and greatest information.
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Sports Nutrition
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Apply the foundations of healthy diet and how it relates to all fitness regimens. Learn the latest on supplementation, dietary planning techniques, steroid and ergogenic aid usage, herbal supplementations, fat burning options, body fat testing techniques and sports performance.
SCW (6.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), ACSM (6.0), NFPT (1.2), ACE (0.6)
Stretching & Flexibility
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Review the science of stretching, flexibility and mobility. Acquire the knowledge to assess static and dynamic postures to identify movement quality issues and promote functional activities. Learn multiple flexibility, techniques, and stretching alternatives, including PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation), active and dynamic stretching, passive and static options, assisted stretching techniques and more. Gain skill in myofascial release to enhance activation, recovery and regeneration for individuals of all ages and activity levels. Assist athletes to older adults, and distinguish yourself as a stretching expert. Perfect for one on one training, small group, training, and group fitness.
SCW (7.0), ACE (0.7), AEA (7.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), ACSM (7.0)
T’ai Chi
Purchase Online Certification Attend at MANIA® Learn T’ai Chi techniques to bring balance to your group exercise programming, your individual sessions and your personal training offerings. Explore this ancient practice, and discover ways to effectively apply this unique curriculum to a multi-level group fitness setting. Discover the 8 essential principles of T’ai Chi and how to incorporate and emphasize traditional breathing methods. Receive a 9-step routine and teaching syllabus to grow your repertoire of programming. Study how frequency, intensity and duration are expressed to teach your clients how to feel more invigorated, energized, and balanced from the natural choreographic flow of movements. SCW (7.0), ACE (0.9), ACSM (7.0), AEA (8.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7)Virtual Training
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Learn how to successfully run a virtual Group Ex class, Personal Training session and progressive program. Everything from start-up to sign off will be addressed to take your training to the next level. Understand the ins and outs of lighting, camera selection, clothing and make up. Develop a successful strategy for exercise selection and program development. Discover techniques for proper business structuring, online queuing, music integration, money collection and legal responsibilities. Explore the latest and greatest social media marketing, email and texting strategies to build your program and fill your sessions. Leave with a blueprint for successful execution of all you’re online, virtual programming.
SCW (4.0), ACE (0.4), AFAA (4.0), AEA (4.0), NASM (0.4), ACSM (4.0), NFPT (0.8)
WATERinMOTION®
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Enhance your aqua fitness classes with this comprehensive certification program. Begin with a 6-part online course, complete with a manual and videos, covering the scientific principles of water exercise, the WATERinMOTION® RIPPLE teaching method, cueing techniques, deck teaching skills, active aging principles, and water-specific strength training. The program culminates in an 8-hour, full-day practical training, where you’ll master choreography routines to improve class sequencing, musical phrasing, teaching skills, and full-body toning. Ideal for both aqua and land instructors, this certification ensures enhanced class structure, routine creation, and leadership development. Upon completion, participants earn certification in all three WATERinMOTION® programs: Original, Platinum, and Strength. Instructors on Wautoship can attend the live course for free. This certification is approved for CECs through AEA (8.0), SCW (7.0), AFAA (7.0), ACE (0.9), NASM (0.7), and ACSM (7.0)
Weight Management
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This course provides the knowledge to teach your Clients how to make healthier dietary choices using applicable research and traditional diet and exercise practices. Teach your Clients how to safely and effectively lose weight.
SCW (6.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), ACSM (6.0), NFPT (1.2), ACE (0.6), AEA (7.0)
Yoga I
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Begin your journey as a yoga instructor with a comprehensive program that blends theoretical and practical hands-on instruction. This nationally recognized certification covers a wide range of Yoga postures, suitable for diverse clientele, including young or old, fit or de-conditioned, and competitive or recovering athletes. The course integrates the latest scientific research with systematic program design and effective cueing techniques. Both seasoned and novice participants will gain the confidence and qualifications needed to lead successful yoga classes and recovery sessions. The certification includes practical training, a comprehensive manual, and an online examination, ensuring you are equipped to teach yoga to a wide range of participants. Accredited for CECs: ACE (0.8), ACSM (8.0), AEA (4.0), AFAA (7.0), NASM (0.7), and SCW (8.0)
Yoga II
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Take a deeper look into the fundamentals of Yoga instruction from an authentic, fitness-appropriate perspective. This condensed course serves as the next level of the Hatha Yoga postures discussed in Yoga Fundamentals I while addressing the eight limbs of yoga, detailed pranayama study, partner yoga, inversions, chanting, and chakras.
SCW (4.0), AFAA (4.0), NASM (0.4), AEA (2.0), ACSM (4.0), NFPT (0.8), ACE (0.8)