REC 191—Group Fitness Instructor Training

This course is designed to give students the knowledge and understanding necessary to prepare for the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Certification exam and become effective group fitness instructors. Through this course a student will learn basic human anatomy and exercise physiology specific to group fitness instruction, principles of class preparation, class formatting, group exercise program design, how to teach group exercise classes, emergency procedures in a group fitness setting, and the business of group fitness. This class will also teach and train students through a 7-week group fitness shadowing and practicum. This course is the same as ES 191 and course repeat rules will apply. Students should consult with their major department regarding any restrictions on their degree requirements.