In-House Workshops
Want to be a Personal Trainer or a Group Fitness Instructor?
Campus Recreation is an Educational Partner with the American Council on Exercise© (ACE).
We offer workshops to help you prepare for your certification exams at an affordable price.
Registration Deadline: April 15 for ALL Modules
Please call or visit Member Services to register! When you register for our ACE Exam Prep Course, you'll receive:
- 20% discount on ACE Study Materials
- $40 discount on the ACE Exam upon course completion
- Below is an outline for the content of 3 independent ACE modules.
- Register for 1 or all in your area of choice: Personal Training or Group Fitness.
- There is a minimum requirement of 5 participants in each module in order for us to conduct the class. In the event that the minimum is not met, participants will be notified prior to the start of the class and will be issued a refund.
- Registration deadline is 2 days prior to the course.
- Registration will be closed on the Thursday before the course is scheduled.
| Module 1: Anatomy and Kinesiology | $50/Person | |
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| Sat. April 21 10am-2:30pm |
Basic Human Anatomy and Kinesiology | Overview: Major Muscles/Joints, Musculoskeletal diagrams, Ranges/Planes of Motion, Biomechanic Basics, Cardiorespiratory/Digestive/Endocrine/ Immune/Lymphatic/Nervous System Review. |
| Sun. April 22 10am-2:30pm |
Exercise Science for Fitness Professionals | Overview: Energy Systems, Cardiovascular Functioning/Heart Rate/Blood Pressure, Environmental Impact - Heat/Cold, Basic Nutrition |
| Module 2a: Practical Application for Personal Trainers | $50/Person | |
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| Sat. April 28 10am-2:30pm |
Assessments, Testing and Special Populations | Overview: Role and Scope of Practice, Building Rapport, Functional and Physiological Assessments, Exercise and Special Populations |
| Sun. April 29 10am-2:30pm |
Introduction to the ACE Integrated Fitness Training Model | Overview: Functional Programming, Resistance Training, Cardiorespiratory Training, The ACE Integrated Fitness Model in Practice |
| Module 2b: Practical Application for Group Fitness Instructors | $50/Person | |
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| Sat. April 28 10am-2:30pm |
The Art and Science of Group Fitness | Overview: Exercise Formats, Class Design, Cueing/Feedback, Music Selection, Common Goals of Group Fitness |
| Sun. April 29 10am-2:30pm |
Teaching Methods, Modifications and Certifications | Overview: Team-Teaching, Special Population Modifications, Motivation and Encouragement, Fitness Career Opportunities |
| Module 3: Quick Guide for Fitness Professionals and ACE Exam Review | $50/Person | |
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| Sat. May 19 10am-2:30pm |
Fitness Professional Essentials | Overview: Emergency Procedures, Common Injuries, Legal Guidelines and Professional Responsibilities |
| Sun. May 20 10am-2:30pm |
Teaching Methods, Modifications and Certifications | Overview: Practice Tests, Cram Session, Q&A |
Coming soon:
Lifestyle & Weight Management Certification Exam Review
Advanced Health and Fitness Specialist Certification Exam Review
and more!