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
