Foundations in physical activity and exercise in person course


The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership.The knowledge outlined in this course is required for all group exercise certifications. 

All Fitness Alberta in-person courses are taught by qualified and certified Fitness AlbertaĀ® Trainer-educators and scheduled based on the Trainer-educator's availability. 

NOTE: During the summer months, in-person courses may be limited. Please check back for updates, as course listings are updated continually, and posted as soon as they are approved.  

What to expect in this course

Foundations in Physical Activity lays the foundation for the rest of your certification journey. Most candidates require independent study before writing the Foundations theory exam. To help you prepare:

  • Your course trainer-educators and facilitators are there to support your journey and will provide learning activities to guide your understanding of the course content.  
  • The learning objectives in each chapter indicate the knowledge you are expected to retain and apply. These are an excellent study tool during and post course.
  • The performance standards are also helpful for you to understand the knowledge and competencies you will be required to demonstrate, either through practical assessment or written exam to earn certification. 

Foundations in physical activity and exercise Lethbridge Polytechnic October 18 - 20, 2024

Lethbridge Polytechnic - Be Fit For Life

3000 College Dr. S, Lethbridge

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Cost
$280.00

Contact
LETHBRIDGE POLYTECHNIC
403 382-6919
caylee.vogel@lethpolytechn.ca

The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership.The knowledge outlined in this course is required for all group exercise certifications.

Register with our certification partner

Register by October 16, 2024

Foundations in physical activity and exercise Nov 8-10, 2024

Embrace It Fitness

9915 99 Street, Sexsmith, Alberta

Date

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Cost
$325.00

Contact
Embrace It Fitness
548 901 0409
admin@embraceitfitness.com

The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership.The knowledge outlined in this course is required for all group exercise certifications.

Register with our certification partner

Register by November 4, 2024

Foundations in physical activity and exercise January 10 -12, 2025

Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club

205A Carnegie Drive , St. Albert

Date

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Cost
$320.00

Contact
Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club
(780) 460 9999
DanielleS@svacclub.com

The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership. The knowledge outlined in this course is required for all group exercise certifications. Please register with our certification partner

Register

Register by January 7, 2025

Foundations in physical activity and exercise April 4-6, 2025

Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club

205A Carnegie Drive , St. Albert

Date

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Cost
$320.00

Contact
Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club
(780) 460 9999
DanielleS@svacclub.com

The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership. The knowledge outlined in this course is required for all group exercise certifications. Please register with our certification partner

Register

Register by April 1, 2025

Foundations in physical activity and exercise July 11-13, 2025

320.00

205A Carnegie Drive , St. Albert

Date

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Cost
$320.00

Contact
Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club
(780) 460 9999
DanielleS@svacclub.com

The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership. The knowledge outlined in this course is required for all group exercise certifications. Please register with our certification partner

Register

Register by July 8, 2025