WHY CHOOSE THE NAFC
The NAFC Certified Group Fitness Instructor Training Certification Program was developed from a passion to ‘build a better group training instructor’ by combining results-driven science with an advanced practical application. By perfecting these two disciplines, NAFC Certified Group Instructors and Trainers become empowered to safely and successfully lead clients toward better health and improved quality of life.
Our mission is the career success of all our students. You will appreciate the guidance and support you’ll receive both during and after the certification program.
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM OPTIONS
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION: Self Study
1. GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION: Self Study
CEC NAFC: 3.00 NESTA: 3.00 AFAA: 7.00
Our instructors are part of a dynamic, new wave in fitness training for success, discipline, and innovation. Master the basic disciplines of aerobics and step movement combined with a wide range of sport-targeted programs such as group strength training, kickboxing, dance, water fitness, mind/body classes and so much more! NAFC certified group fitness instructors learn the skills to teach effective and stimulating classes in response to a diverse range of needs.
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Start a career as a Group Fitness Instructor through NAFC’s in-depth online certification course!
- Convenience: Study online at times and places that fit your busy schedule.
- Online Testing: Take your certification exam whenever you’re ready with NAFC’s encrypted, electronically proctored online testing.
- Unlimited Educational Support: If you have questions about the course materials, contact us!
- Customer Support: Support both before and after you become certified.
- Accreditation: NAFC is proud to be accredited by IACET and affiliated with NBFE.
In the Group Fitness program, you’ll learn to assess and apply an understanding of:
- How knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics plays a role in maximizing results while minimizing risks in a large group setting.
- Components of total fitness exercise programming.
- Components of a well-rounded group fitness class.
- Teaching to different learning styles in a group setting.
- Safety variables and methods for avoiding injury.
- Mechanics involved in maintaining proper posture.
- Various warm up movements and stretching exercises.
- Various types of exercises and different intensity levels for movement.
- Movements, hands on coaching, and verbal & visual cues for various exercises.
- Understanding how to apply choreography to rhythm and beat.
- Effective timing, smooth transitions, and visual cues for teaching in a group fitness setting.
STATEMENT FOR QUALIFICATION – PREREQUISITE
A NAFC Personal Fitness Training or Group Fitness Certification must accompany your Virtual Workshop purchase. To complete your Certification, you must participate in either a Live or Virtual workshop and achieve a passing grade. You may also choose to take the Virtual Workshop as a stand-alone CEC fulfillment to maintain your CEC standing.