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Aerobics & Fitness Association of America

Learn from the pros!

AFAA is the world's largest fitness and Telefitness educator, having issued more than 250,000 certifications in personal training and group fitness instruction in a variety of formats. AFAA also offers specialty workshops including Practical Yoga Instructor Training, Kickboxing, Practical Pilates, and more.

University Recreation is proud to host some of these high quality workshops and certification exams. Events are open to anyone interested in taking their fitness experience to the next level either as a hobby or career.

Workshops come with a one-year AFAA membership (or membership extension) and subscription to American Fitness magazine and supporting materials such as a workshop manual or study guide.

Events @ APSU...

** Cancelled **
Indoor Cycling Workshop
(workshop code 09112628)
Practical Skills & Choreography
(workshop code 09112536)
Primary Group Exercise
Certification
(workshop code 09110063)
Saturday, Nov. 7
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cycling Studio (Foy 220)
Saturday, Nov. 14
9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wellness Ed Room (Foy 202)
Sunday, Nov. 15
9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wellness Ed Room (Foy 202)

Course focuses on how to create a dynamic, high-energy indoor cycling class. Participants will learn safe practices, correct technique, proper alignment and effective training principles.

This intensive one-day workshop focuses on practical techniques for teaching group exercise classes with an emphasis on skills for successful classes that build confidence.

The day starts with a review of AFAA's Basic Exercise Standards and Guidelines, anatomy, exercise science, exercise evaluation and exam criteria, and concludes with practical and written exams.


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30% discount opportunity! Since APSU University Recreation is an institutional member of the
National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA), our patrons are eligible for a 30% discount off of standard registration fees. In order to receive this discount, patrons must sign up with University Recreation in advance. Provide your name, address, phone number and email address to Lauren Wilkinson (931.221.6974) no later than Oct. 2 for the Indoor Cycling Workshop and Oct. 9 for the Practical Skills and/or Primary Certification. Participants are still required to register and pay for each event through AFAA.