The NSFA was formed in 1989 to provide Nova Scotians with a clear standard for evaluating the quality of fitness leadership in the province and to promote professionalism in the industry. As a non-profit, non-governmental organization (NGO), the NSFA is an unbiased source of fitness education and certification. We teach certification courses, offer continuing education workshops and an annual conference, provide insurance and liaise with national and international exercise registries on behalf of our members.

     NSFA certifications are recognized nationally and are transferable to any province/territory in Canada.  Exercise educators in provinces and territories that do not have their own board in the NFLA may join the NFLA via their nearest member board. Please see our NFLA/ICREPS page for further details.