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• ET: Exercise Theory (ZM F21)

  • Start
    06 Oct 2021
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • End
    03 Nov 2021
  •  
    8:30 PM
  • Location
    online via Zoom
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Exercise Theory (ET)

  Learn the technical knowledge required for all NSFA/NFLA teaching certificates.

  ***Date Change*** See below for new dates for this course.
  

  
  

  Please note:

  - Registration closes 1 week before the course begins

  - This course is 5 evenings, live Via ZOOM software
  

  - The exam is NOT written during the course.*
  

  - This course is required for the completion of all fitness teaching certificates. It is not a certificate to teach by itself.
  

  This is the pre-requisite module in the Nova Scotia Fitness Association’s (NSFA) Certification Program. This course covers the Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, Bio-mechanics, Nutrition, Safety and Legal Liability required to successfully complete the course work, and to work in the exercise industry with one of our specialization certificates.

  Dates: October 6, 13, 20, 27,  & November 3, 2021

  ***This course was originally listed for Tuesday evenings. It has been moved to Wednesdays***
  

  Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
  

  Fee: $300.00
  Fee includes: manuals, materials, exams, and NSFA/NFLA  associate membership for 1 year. ***Please fill in your full mailing address if you're outside of the Halifax area so we can mail your manuals to you***
  

  Payment:  You can pay online via PayPal (this website will take you to the PayPal interface when you complete the registration information) or you can pay by cheque. The NSFA does not accept any credit cards or e-transfers.  Payment must be received before the course begins.

  Course Conductor(s): Terri Roberts, Linda Donelley, Doreen MacLean
  

  (See our course conductor's bios here: http://www.nsfitness.ca/Staff-&-Board)
  

  Exams:  Normally we book a Provincial Exam Day in January and June every year for students to write any NSFA exam.  Due to COVID-19 we don't know yet if/when we can't hold those days.  We will therefore be doing everyone's exams by private proctoring via Zoom until we can resume in-person exams.   A session with an exam proctor can be booked after your course is finished.

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• ICE - Indoor Cycling Exercise Leader (PW F21)

  • Start
    27 Nov 2021
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    9:00 AM
  • End
    28 Nov 2021
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    Purdy's Warf, Halifax

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  Learn to teach Indoor Cycling (aka "spin")!
  

  
  

  The ICE Certification Course will give you the knowledge and skills you need to conduct a highly motivated and technically correct cycling class. This course will include an Intro to Cycling which covers bike safety and bike setup, tips on how to dress and remain comfortable while participating in a cycling class. The chapter on Cycling Basics will include body positions, bio-mechanical and alignment considerations, pedal stroke efficiency and intensity. And finally, Physiology and Class Design covers class breakdown, training principals, cycling physiology, training zones, sample class designs paired with music, and leadership.

  **Please Note** This course by itself does not qualify you to teach or be insured. To compete the full certification you must also successfully complete Exercise Theory and have a 1st Aid & CPR certificate from a recognized provider. Please see our Certifications page for complete details.
  

  Dates:

  November 27th & 28th, 2021

  Times:

  Saturday: 9:00am to 3:00pm
  

  Sunday: 9:00am to 3:00pm
  

  Location:  Purdy's Warf Fitness Club, https://www.pwfitness.ca/, 1969 Upper Water St #100, Halifax, NS

  Instructor: Susan Hardiman
  

  For course conductor biographies, please see our Staff & Board page.

  Fee: $150

  Payment:  You can pay online via PayPal (this website will take you to the PayPal interface when you complete the registration information) or you can pay by cash or cheque. The NSFA does not accept any credit cards or e-transfers.

  Exams: A written and practical exam are required to complete this course. Full certification also requires completion of Exercise Theory and a 1st Aid & CPR certificate.  COVID-permitting we will offer provincial exam days twice a year.  If that is not possible, or doesn't work for you, please contact exams@nsfitness.ca to book a 1-on-1 exam with a a proctor. 

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• AEL: Aqua Exercise Leader Course (CS W21)

  • Start
    10 Dec 2021
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    6:00 PM
  • End
    12 Dec 2021
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Captain William Spry Centre

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  Learn to teach exercise in the pool!

  Aqua Exercise Leader Course

  

  The program focuses on the components of your fitness class - use of  music, cueing, teaching methods, choreography and leadership skills - as well as specialized training for teaching exercise in a swimming pool.
  

  Date:  December 10, 11, & 12, 2021

  Times:
  

  Friday 6:00pm to 8:00pm
  Saturday & Sunday 9:00am-6:00 pm

  Fee: $275.00
  Fee includes manuals, materials, exams, certification, insurance, NFLA membership.
  

  Course Conductor: Judi Harvey
  

  Location: Captain William Spry Centre

  16 Sussex St
  Halifax, NS  B3R 1N9

  ***Please arrive early to find parking***
  

  
  

  Testimonial from a previous AEL student:

  "I used to teach aqua with only fitness leader training. When the module became available, I took it, because it was nice to have that knowledge and I actually learned a bit in the theory that I didn't otherwise know. The knowledge of how the water works with and against the body helped me plan my classes better and throw new and more challenging moves at my participants. And of course, it also taught me "GET ON DECK" and teach out of the water, which is better for your participants. To this day I tell people to try the water as it is a "liquid weight room" and not just for seniors but all ages and levels of fitness! Great workout, and fun to teach." - Trina, Bedford
  

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• PT: Personal Trainer Course (CHW 22)

  • Start
    07 Jan 2022
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    6:00 PM
  • End
    20 Mar 2022
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    Private Location in Cole Harbour
  • Spaces left
    7

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   Personal Trainer Course

  

   
  

  Limited seating - 8 participants only, registration must be received and paid in full no later than December 2nd, 2021 to secure your spot!

  PLEASE NOTE: This course will run over ten weeks on Friday evenings via Zoom, PLUS an in-person, 2-day session in the Halifax area.
  

   Dates: Friday evenings on Zoom from 6:00 to 8:00pm
  

  Online Class dates:

  January 7, 14, 21, 28

  February 4, 11, 18, 25

  March 4, 11

  In-person class dates:  March 19, 20, 2022. The location has yet to be confirmed but it will be in the Halifax/Dartmouth area.
  

  Written & Practical exam: You will be required to find a client & a gyms space for your practical exam - we will not arrange this for you.  If you cannot do the written exam with the class you can book a separate date.  Both exams can be booked by emailing exams@nsfitnes.ca.  
  

  Pre-requisites:  You must be currently certified in good standing in at least one of the following:

  - NFLA Resistance Trainer

  - NFLA Group Exercise Leader
  

  - NFLA Older Adult Leader
  

  * Anyone applying with non-NFLA certifications must complete a PLAR. Please email Susan (susan@nsfitness.ca) to book that.
  

   You will also be required to provide proof of 20 hours of “on floor” experience.  This form will be provided to you and must be completed prior to the start of the course. 

  At the end of the personal trainer’s course you will be required to write a written exam and have a practical exam.  In addition, for final course evaluation you must present 10 written programs in a log format to show diversity in your skill set.  You will have six months after the completion of the course to complete the log.  You will NOT receive your Personal Trainer certificate until the log is completed.

  Once you have signed up and paid for the course, you will be sent the course package, which will include : The at-home study package, the supervisor’s form,  and The Personal Trainer’s log book.

  All questions can be forwarded to Susan Hardiman :  susan@nsfitness.ca

   (See our course conductor's bios here: http://www.nsfitness.ca/Staff-&-Board)

   

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• OAL - Older Adult Leader (ZM W22)

  • Start
    12 Jan 2022
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    02 Feb 2022
  •  
    8:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Spaces left
    14

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  Older Adult Fitness Leader (OAL)

  Learn to teach basic cardio, strength, & stretch classes to older adults of varying levels of fitness.

  
  

  Dates: January 12, 19, 26, & February 2.
  

  Time:  6:00 to 8:30pm 

  Course Conductors: Linda Donnelly & Judi Harvey
  

  Location: Online via Zoom

  Exams: A written and practical exam are required to complete this course. Full certification also requires completion of Exercise Theory and a 1st Aid & CPR certificate.  COVID-permitting, we will offer in-person provincial exam days twice a year.  If that is not possible, or doesn't work for you, please contact exams@nsfitness.ca to book a 1-on-1 exam with a proctor. 

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• Provincial Exam Day (MSVU W22)

  • When
    29 Jan 2022
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Mount St. Vincent University
  • Spaces left
    14

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  Provincial Exam Day - Winter 2022!

  
  

  **Please Note** This exam session is subject to changes or cancellation depending on the COVID-19 situation in Halifax at the time of the event. Permission to enter the MSVU campus will also require strict adherence to the campus' protocols at the time.

  Any NSFA/NFLA exam can be written on this day.  You must register in advance to be able to write - this is so we can have the exam ready for you when you arrive.

  Registration for this Exam Day closes on Saturday, January 18th, 2020 at 5:00pm (Atlantic Time).  Students will only be permitted to register after this date if someone else drops out.
  

  Please note: merely writing and passing an exam does NOT equal being certified.  No certifications will be awarded until ALL of the requirements for the credential are complete.
  

  Where: Mount St. Vincent University, Rosaria Centre, Student Union's Board Room (1st floor). 
  

  When: Saturday January 29th from 10:00am to 1:00pm.

  Fees (*please read all of the options below):

  - Students who are writing an exam for a course they took with NSFA do not have to pay a fee for their exam as it is included in the course fee.

  - Anyone challenging an exam (i.e.you didn't take our course but feel you have enough knowledge to pass the exam) must pay $30 to take the exam for all exams *except* PT. $80 for the PT exam.  

  To pay the fee you can select the fee option in this event registration page or you can bring cash or a cheque (written to Nova Scotia Fitness Association) to the exam.

  All exams, except PT, are 1 hour.  PT is 3 hours.  Anyone needing more time due to disabilities or language barrier, please request this by email (to exams@nsfitness.ca) no less than 10 days before the exam.
  

  All exams are closed-book and electronic devices are not permitted except for calculators.  We will have a few calculators on hand for those who do not bring their own.  Extra pencils, erasers and sharpeners will also be available for those who do not bring their own.
  

  Good luck everyone!
  

  
  

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