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This is your entry point into the exciting world of group exercise instruction. The AAAI Group Fitness Instructor Certification equips you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes in a variety of formats.
Throughout this nationally recognized course, you’ll explore the key components of a well-structured class, including warm-up, aerobic conditioning, strength training, flexibility, and cooldown. You’ll learn how to utilize proper biomechanics and ensure safe alignment for all participants.
This certification also emphasizes effective teaching strategies such as cueing techniques, rhythm, tempo, safe transitions, and music integration—essential tools for leading high-energy, motivating classes. Whether you’re teaching step aerobics, cardio dance, or strength-based formats, this course prepares you to inspire, educate, and make a lasting impact in every class you lead.
The Certification Process
Our certification system is based on a university model
Group Fitness Instructor Certificaton
At Home Study
Attend Live
Movement Test
Pass Test
REMEMBER:
Order and review your at-home materials before attending the live workshop to ensure course completion.
Why Get Certified with AAAI Fitness?
A certification is more than a credential — it’s your passport to a professional, respected, and impactful career in fitness.
AAAI Fitness certifications are nationally recognized, science-based, and led by industry experts who understand what it takes to succeed.
Whether you’re entering the industry or leveling up your expertise, certification shows your commitment to quality, opens doors to new job opportunities, and gives you the confidence to train clients safely and effectively.
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Group Fitness Instructor Certification
With Instructor Joanne Smith-Tavener M. Ed. CSCS*D
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Group Fitness Instructor Certification
With Instructor Joanne Smith-Tavener M. Ed. CSCS*D
Register Now
Group Fitness Instructor Certification
With Instructor Joanne Smith-Tavener M. Ed. CSCS*D
Register Now
Group Fitness Instructor Certification
With Instructor Joanne Smith-Tavener M. Ed. CSCS*D
Register Now
Group Fitness Instructor Certification
With Instructor Joanne Smith-Tavener M. Ed. CSCS*D
Register Now
What You’ll Learn
In this certification, you’ll explore:
- The foundations of evidence-based exercise science applied to group formats
- Principles of class design, including warm-up, cardio, strength, flexibility, and cooldown
- Effective cueing, music usage, rhythm, and transitions to elevate your teaching
- How to modify movements for varying fitness levels and special populations
- Group-specific safety guidelines, professional ethics, and class management strategies
- Tips for building community, engagement, and retention in your classes
- …and more to help you confidently launch or elevate your group fitness career
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