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• MBL - Mind+Body Leadership Course January 2025 (ZmF23)

  • Start
    14 Jan 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • End
    25 Jan 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom & In-Person Day Location Dartmouth Sportsplex

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  Mind + Body Leadership (MBL)

  Learn to teach fitness-level Yoga and Meditation classes.

  

  Mind & Body Leadership is a group fitness certification that is based in fitness yoga and incorporates other exercise formats that are calming & non-competitive.   

  Mind-body fitness leaders are guides who help class participants tune into the mind-body connection. Taking a holistic (whole body) approach, MBLs design classes that bring together the mind and body through practices like fitness yoga, breathwork, stretching, meditation and visualization. These aren’t just exercises—they’re experiences that help participants feel present, relaxed, and connected to themselves and others.

  In the MBL course, students will learn the fundamentals: the causes of stress, how stress effects the body and how to apply mind body practices such as fitness level yoga, breathwork, stretching for relaxation, visualizations and meditation to help mitigate stress and promote relaxation. Certified MBLs can also incorporate portable equipment such as blocks, blankets, bolsters (pillows) and bands, used for certain poses in their classes. Students will also learn skills needed for teaching a mind-body fitness class such as lesson planning, cueing, safety, and how to use music to complement the class.

  Students will be provided with beginner lesson plans and visualization scripts to get them started in their mind-body practice. 

  Create Fusion Classes and Exercise Programs!

  Already have a certification? As an add on to an existing certification, GELs, WTs, ICE Leaders and PTs can develop fusion classes and client programs with added mind-body components, creating a unique class or workout that your participants and clients will love!

  This certification (and the related insurance) excludes any version of hot yoga or any inversion asanas.

  All participants must also complete Exercise Theory and have a current 1st Aid & CPR certification before the MBL certificate will be issued.

  Location/Date/Time:

  Please note: this course will be delivered via a blend of live video stream & in-person sessions.
  

  Zoom	Tuesday, January 14, 2025	6:30 to 8:30pm
  Zoom	Thursday, January 16 2025	6:30 to 8:30pm
  Zoom	Tuesday, January 21, 2025	6:30 to 8:30pm
  Zoom	Thursday January 23, 2025	6:30 to 8:30 pm
  In-person Dartmouth Sportsplex	Saturday, January 25, 2025	9:00am to 5:00pm

  
  

  Locations: Zoom and In-person Practical Day, at the Dartmouth Sportsplex

  Instructor(s):  Andréa Morrison

  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.  No certifications will be issued without ET and 1st Aid/CPR completed.

  Note: The written exam is done on the in-person day.

  Fee: 

  NSFA members: $300

  Non-members: $350

  Credit cards are accepted. If you require to pay by cheque, please make the cheque payable to the Nova Scotia Fitness Association and mail to P.O. Box 35011, Halifax RPO, B3M 0G3

  Registration Ends January 8, 2025

  Note: We require a minimum of 5 registrants to run the course. Registrants will be notified in the event we do not have enough people registered  to run the course, and your money will be refunded.
  

  Do you need Exercise Theory? It's now available online through the NSFA. Click here for more information. 

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• SEL-Seated Exercise Leadership Course February 2025 (NEW!)

  • Start
    04 Feb 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • End
    15 Feb 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom & In-Person Day Location (Hfx /Dart TBD)

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  Seated Exercise Leadership Course

  Learn to adapt most types of exercise for seated participants .

  

  
  

  Seated Exercise Leaders will be able to safely and effectively coach seated participants through all aspects of a fitness class, using exercises modified to incorporate use of the chair.

  Once certified, they will have a clear understanding of:

  ● The wide variety of participant needs and abilities they will encounter

  ● How to modify basic exercises to target all parts of the body from a seated position

  ● How to motivate and coach/direct seated participants

  ● What physical challenges/disorders might be associated with remaining seated for long periods

  ● How to interact with participants in ways that mitigate and nullify ableist mindsets

  ● Safety considerations surrounding seated exercise

  
  

  Pre-requisite: For NSFA members, this certification requires all participants to have one of the following underlying certifications -  GEL, WT/RT, PT or ADE/OAL. 

  You can email us at info@nsfitness.ca if you have questions on your eligibility for this certification. 

  Location/Date/Time:

  Please note: this course will be delivered via a blend of live video stream & in-person sessions.
  

  Zoom	Tuesday, February 4, 2025	6:30 to 8:30 pm
  Zoom	Thursday, February 6,  2025	6:30 to 8:30 pm
  Zoom	Tuesday, February 11, 2025	6:30 to 8:30 pm
  Zoom	Thursday February, 13, 2025	6:30 to 8:30 pm
  In-person (Hfx/Dart area)	Saturday, February 15, 2025	10:00 am to 5:00 pm

  
  

  Locations: Zoom and In-person Practical Day, TBD

  Instructor(s):  Andréa Morrison

  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.  No certifications will be issued without ET and 1st Aid/CPR completed.

  Fee: 

  NSFA members: $300

  Non-members: $350

  Credit cards are accepted. If you require to pay by cheque, please make the cheque payable to the Nova Scotia Fitness Association and mail to P.O. Box 35011, Halifax RPO, B3M 0G3

  Note: We require a minimum of 5 registrants to run the course. Registrants will be notified in the event we do not have enough people registered  to run the course, and your money will be refunded.
  

  Do you need Exercise Theory? It's now available online through the NSFA. Click here for more information. 

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• NSFA WT - Weight Trainer (ZmF23)

  • Start
    18 Feb 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • End
    01 Mar 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    online via Zoom & In person day HRM

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  Weight Trainer (WT)

  Learn to teach safe & effective weight training for good health: train clients 1-on-1, teach bootcamp & circuit classes, 

  
  

  
  

  This program focuses on use of equipment and exercises, safety, exercise precautions, exercise technique, training methods and program design. 

  Students completing this certificate will be qualified to do basic fitness training with clients who do not present any major health problems.  WTs can train 1-on-1 (i.e. personal training) and can teach  non-choreography-based fitness classes such as small group resistance training, circuit training, boot camps, and HIIT classes.
  

  Location/Date/Time:

  Zoom	Tuesday, February 18th, 2025	6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
  Zoom	Thursday, February 20th, 2025	6:30 pm to 8:30pm
  Zoom	Tuesday,  February 25th, 2025	6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
  Zoom	Thursday, February 27th, 2025	6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
  In-Person Day	Sunday March 2, 2025	Dartmouth

  The in-person day will be held in Dartmouth

  Fee:

  NSFA members: $325

  Non-members: $375
  

  The fee includes manuals, materials, written and practical exams 

  Payment:  The NSFA now accepts credit cards.  Payment must be received before registration closes. If you require to pay by cheque, please make the cheque payable to the Nova Scotia Fitness Association and mail to P.O. Box 35011, Halifax RPO, B3M 0G3

  Online Sessions: for the ZOOM sessions you will need a webcam with video and audio enabled.

  Exams: Both a written and practical exam is required to complete this course. Full certification also requires completion of Exercise Theory and a 1st Aid & CPR certificate.  No certifications will be issued without ET and 1st Aid/CPR completed.

  The written exam will be offered on the in-person day and is included in the course price.  If you are unable to write the exam that day, a 1-on-1 session with an exam proctor can be booked after your course is finished. We can also do exams online via Zoom if we do not have an exam proctor in your area. (An extra $35.00 fee applies for proctored exams)

  Please also download the RT Completion Guide from our Certifications page for more information on the certification process.

  **Please note, all students in WT must also complete Exercise Theory and have a current 1st Aid & CPR certificate before this certification will be issued.**

  Do you need Exercise Theory? You can now take NSFA Exercise Theory online in a self paced online course. Click the link to learn more: EXERCISE THEORY ONLINE

  
  

  
  

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• NSFA GEL - Group Exercise Leader (ZM F24)

  • Start
    18 Mar 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • End
    30 Mar 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    online via Zoom, In person day location TBD
  • Spaces left
    12

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  Group Exercise Leader (GEL)

  Learn to teach choreography-based aerobics & strength training (portable equipment) in large class formats.
  

  
  

  This program focuses on the components of your fitness class, use of music, cueing, teaching methods, choreography and leadership skills. In addition to basic floor aerobics, students will also receive specialization training in the use of portable equipment for group exercise classes. A GEL can teach both  choreographed ( cardio-based ) and non-choreographed classes such as HIIT and circuit classes. 

  Location/Dates: 

  Zoom	Tuesday, March 18th, 2025	6:30-8:30 pm
  Zoom	Thursday, March 20th, 2025	6:30-8:30 pm
  Zoom	Tuesday, March 25th, 2025	6:30-8:30 pm
  Zoom	Thursday March 27th 2025	6:30-8:30 pm
  In-person day HRM TBD	Sunday, March 30th, 2025	9:00 am-5:00 pm

  
  

  Fee: NSFA Member Pricing $325.00, Non Member Pricing $375.00

    
  Fee includes: e-Textbook, workbook, materials, exams (written and practical), certification

  Payment:  Credit cards are accepted. If you require to pay by cheque, please make the cheque payable to the Nova Scotia Fitness Association and mail to P.O. Box 35011, Halifax RPO, B3M 0G3

  Venue: ZOOM Video Call.  Please have a camera with video and audio enabled.

  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. The written exam is normally done on the in-person day. 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. 

  **Please note, all students in GEL must also complete Exercise Theory and have a current 1st Aid & CPR certificate before this certification will be issued.**

  Do you need Exercise Theory? It's now available online through the NSFA. Click here for more information. 

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• ADE (Adapting for Diversity in Exercise) Leader (ZM Nov24)

  • Start
    01 Apr 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • End
    13 Apr 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom & In-person at Zatzman Sportsplex
  • Spaces left
    15

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  ADE Certification

  
  

  (formerly called Older Adult Fitness Leader/OAL)  

  

  Learn to teach cardio, strength, & stretch classes to people with disabilities or chronic medical conditions requiring specialized fitness activities.  

  Did you know that in Nova Scotia, over 22% of our population is over the age of 65 and 73% of these individuals are living with chronic illness?

  Learn how to safely and effectively work with these individuals in a class, small group or individual session to help them increase their functional fitness and health reserve and reduce their risk for falls. This is especially important knowledge for rural communities as the older population percentage is even higher.

  This course is a mix of online theory via Zoom classes and an in-person day to apply what you have learned.

  Registration Ends: March 25^th, 2025

  Location/Date/Time:

  Zoom	Tuesday, April 1st, 2025	6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
  Zoom	Thursday, April 3rd, 2025	6:30 pm  to 8:30 pm
  Zoom	Tuesday, April 8th, 2025	6:30 pm  to 8:30 pm
  Zoom	Thursday, April 10th, 2025	6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
  In-person location Halifax/Dart	Sunday, April 13th, 2025	9:00 am to 5:00pm

  
  

  Location: Online via Zoom, plus 1 day in person TBD, Halifax/Dartmouth location

  The course fee includes 4 -Zoom nights, an in-person training day,  e-manual, course worksheets and materials, written exam and practical evaluation exam.  

  Course Fee:

  NSFA members: $325

  Non-members: $375

  Credit cards are accepted. If you require to pay by cheque, please make the cheque payable to the Nova Scotia Fitness Association and mail to P.O. Box 35011, Halifax RPO, B3M 0G3
  

  Exams: A written and practical exam are required to complete this course. The written exam is done on the in-person day and the practical evaluation exam is arranged with the instructor (can be live or video). 

  Full certification also requires completion of Exercise Theory and a 1st Aid & CPR certificate.  No certifications will be issued without ET and 1st Aid/CPR completed.

  Do you need Exercise Theory? It's now available online through the NSFA. Click here for more information. 

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