One World Conference

SEPTEMBER 18-20, 2026

Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
Denver, Colorado

Thank You To Our Sponsors

Gliding
BodyBell Method
Fit Fix Now
True Turn
Bemer Group
Bender Ball
Rollga
CPH Insurance
Palango! Fitness
Two Diamond Fit

Beginning In

Day(s)

:

Hour(s)

:

Minute(s)

:

Second(s)

The AAAI Fitness One World Conference returns September 18–20, 2026 at the stunning Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center in Denver, Colorado. Friday and Sunday feature a full slate of certifications and workshops, while Saturday brings the energy with main stage master classes and additional certification workshops throughout the day. All three days include a keynote luncheon with world-class speakers.

Friday
September 18, 2026

Discover Tai Chi: Sitting, Standing, and Walking

Scott Cole

Scott Cole
9:00pm – 12:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Gliding Disc Certification

Mindy Mylrea

Mindy Mylrea
9:00am – 12:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Phase I Yoga Instructor Certification

Ian Heim

Ian Heim
9:00am – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Life Wellness Holistic Health Coach Certification

Mike Rickett M.S.

Mike Rickett M.S.
9:00am – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Older Adult Fitness Trainer Certification

Joanne Smith-Tavener M.Ed.

Joanne Smith-Tavener M.Ed.
9:00am – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

TureTurn Pro and Pureback Method

Carl Horne PTT

Carl Horne PTT
9:00am – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Keynote Luncheon

Kimberly Spreen-Glick

Kimberly Spreen-Glick
12:30pm – 1:30pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 1.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Ayurvedic Yoga Instructor Certification

Laura Johnson Ph.D.

Laura Johnson Ph.D.
1:00pm – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

"SASS" Seated. Assisted. Standing. for Seniors.

Mindy Mylrea

Mindy Mylrea
1:00pm – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Saturday
September 19, 2026

Tai Chi Master Class

Scott Cole

Scott Cole
8:30am – 9:15am

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 1.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Main Stage Events

Zumba® Gold

Kelly Bullard, Zumba® Education Specialist (ZES)

Kelly Bullard
9:30am – 10:15am

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 1.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

The Warrior Workout

Kimberly Spreen-Glick

Kimberly Spreen-Glick
10:30am – 11:15am

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 1.0, NASM 1.9, AFAA 1.9, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Bender Ball and Gliding Intervals

Mindy Mylrea

Mindy Mylrea
11:30am – 12:15pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 1.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Keynote Luncheon

Jessica Maurer

Jessica Maurer
12:30pm – 1:15pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 1.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Power Pilates

Rebecca West Hesinger

Rebecca West Hesinger, BA
1:30pm – 2:15pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 1.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Palango Master Class

Palango

Palango
2:30pm – 3:15pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 1.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Building a Better Back

Phil Ross

Phil Ross M.S.
3:30pm – 4:15pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 1.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Stress Reduction Meditation

Ian Heim

Ian Heim
4:30pm – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 1.0, NASM 1.9, AFAA 1.9, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Personal Fitness Trainer Certification

Mike Rickett M.S.

Mike Rickett M.S.
9:00am – 4:00pm

CEC's: AAAI 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Certifications & Workshops

Restorative Yoga Instructor Certification

Laura Johnson Ph.D.

Laura Johnson Ph.D.
9:30am – 12:30pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Zumba® Jump Start Gold

Kelly Bullard

Kelly Bullard
9:00am – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Sunday
September 20, 2026

Phase I Mat Pilates Instructor Certification

Rebecca West Hesinger, BA

Rebecca West Hesinger, BA
9:00am – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Group Fitness Instructor Certification

Joanne Smith-Tavener, M.Ed, CSCS*D

Joanne Smith-Tavener, M.Ed.
9:00am – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Better Balance More Mobility

Scott Cole

Scott Cole
9:00am – 12:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Kettlebell Basics I

Phil Ross M.S.

Phil Ross M.S.
8:00am – 11:00am

CEC's: AAAI 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Unbreakable: Transforming Trauma Through Fitness

Christine Conti M.Ed. and Lori Roland LPC

Christine Conti M.Ed. and Lori Roland LPC
1:00pm – 5:00pm

CEC's: AAAI Fitness 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Kettlebell Basics II

Phil Ross M.S.

Phil Ross M.S.
1:30pm – 5:30pm

CEC's: AAAI 8.0, (Other's may be petitioned.)

Our Presenters and Instructors

Mindy Mylrea

Mindy Mylrea

Phil Ross M.S.

Phil Ross, M.S.

Scott Cole

Scott Cole

Christine Conti M.Ed.

Christine Conti M.Ed.

Kimberly Spreen-Glick

Kimberly Spreen-Glick

Mike Rickett M.S.

Mike Rickett M.S.

Lori Ann Roland, LPC

Lori Ann Roland, LPC

Rebecca West Hesinger, BA

Rebecca West Hesinger

Joanne Smith-Tavener M.Ed.

Joanne Smith-Tavener M.Ed.

Carl Horne PTT

Carl Horne PTT

Kelly Bullard, Zumba® Education Specialist (ZES)

Kelly Bullard (ZES)

Ian Heim

Ian Heim

John Preston, MS, CSCS, EP-C

John Preston, M.S., CSCS, EP-C

Laura Johnson Ph.D.

Laura Johnson Ph.D.

Accommodations

Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center

6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd
Aurora, CO 80019

There’s something for the entire family to enjoy at this luxury convention center hotel. Guests can relax on the beautiful new Grand Lodge Lawn with stunning mountain views. Enjoy five delicious restaurants, bars, the world-class Relâche Spa and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center

Or Call 720-452-6900

We offer a variety of workshops and master classes to earn your continuing education credits for renewal of your AAAI Certificaitons. CEC's may be petitioned for other organizations. 

FAQs

Are you looking for answers to some of the frequently asked questions about our upcoming One World Fitness Certification and Education Conference?

How do I sign up for the event?

Register for the One Wordl Conference and earn CEC's towards renewal of your AAAI/ISMA, AFAA, and NASM Certifications. Add on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday Fitness Certification or Specialty Workshop to make a wonderful weekend of education and fitness fun!

Can I earn CEC's and gain a new certification?

Yes! You can earn a new certification and the continuing education credits will automatically be added to your AAAI/ISMA renewals.

How do I renew my existing AAAI Certifications?

After you attend our One World Conference, simply pay the $20 (each) renewal fees here.

Will there be opportunities to be a vendor?

Absolutely! We'd love to talk with you about being a vendor. Drop us a line on our contact form here.

Register Now

One World Conference

SEPTEMBER 18-20, 2026

Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
Denver, Colorado

0