Fitness Certifications

The University of Guelph has developed its own Group Cycle Certification course. The principles of conditioning will be applied by incorporating details around set-up, class format, applied anatomy and kinesiology. Learn the do's and don'ts, precautions of cycling and the basics to coaching participants through this type of workout. Certification includes a written exam and a practical assessment to be booked for a later date.

Become a group fitness instructor! Help people achieve their goals in a fun and motivating group setting with music. This 32 hour course affiliated with the canfitpro national certification program will be split into two days of theory and two days of in-class practical training. This course offers extensive theory information and good practical application of that theory. Competency is determined in two stages: a written exam and a practical assessment which will be booked for a later date. This is a 4 day course over 2 weekends.

This applied comprehensive 36-hour course is designed to give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to work with clients in a one-on-one or small group setting. We are affiliated with the canfitpro national certification program. Course content includes physiology, anatomy, applied kinesiology, energy metabolism, principles of conditioning, postural assessment and correction, health screening, goal setting and programming. Competency is assessed in 2 stages: a written exam and a practical assessment which will be booked for a later date. This is a 4-day course over 2 weekends.

Numerous Canadian cities have adopted AQX as the aqua fitness leadership training certification model, including the University of Guelph. AQX graduates are eligible for OFC certification, which is recognized throughout Canada & Internationally. This active theory and practical skills course (two pool sessions per day) leads to becoming a certified aqua fitness instructor. The key focus is practical skill development with adequate theory to support best practices. Certification is earned by 100% course completion, 80% on open book theory exam, practice teaching with a Mentor and successful completion of a practical teaching exam (all included within the course fee). Course fee also includes AQX Manual. *Registration ends 1 week prior to start date.