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• Personal Fitness Training Certification

  • Start
    September 27, 2025
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  • End
    October 05, 2025
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Zoom Online and University of New Brunswick - Currie Centre
  • Spaces left
    11

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  The Fitness New Brunswick Personal Training Course is a nationally recognized certification which will provide aspiring fitness leaders the tools they need for a successful career in the personal training industry.

  Learn the fundamentals of 1/1 training and understand what makes Personal Training so personal.

  Trainers will learn:

  • The Scope of Practice for a Registered Personal Trainer
  • Assessment and Program Design
  • Nutritional Advice
  • Communication and Leadership 
  • Working with Special Populations
  • Branding and Marketing Strategies

  And so much more.

  The first weekend will be covering the Personal Training Theory online and the second weekend will involve practical in-person component that will teach coaching techniques, program delivery and taking part in fitness programming - putting the theory into practical learning experience.

  Participants note that Foundations in Fitness & Exercise Physiology (AKA: Exercise Theory )is a prerequisite to take this course.

  Take your Career in Fitness to another level with the FNB Personal Training Certification

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• Older Adult Exercise Specialist (aka: Older Adult Fitness Leader)

  • Start
    November 29, 2025
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    9:00 AM
  • End
    November 30, 2025
  •  
    4:30 PM
  • Location
    University of New Brunswick - Richard J . Currie Centre
  • Spaces left
    10

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  The Older Adult Exercise Specialist course is designed for future exercise instructors to deliver safe, effective, exercise programs for older adults. As the population ages, the demand for fitness professionals with specialized knowledge in this area is growing.

  In this course, you will: 

  1. Understanding Aging Physiology: They possess in-depth knowledge of how aging affects the body, particularly in terms of skeletal and muscle health, joint mobility, and overall functional capacity.

  2. Exercise Program Design: They create exercise programs tailored to the unique needs of older adults, focusing on improving strength, balance, flexibility, and cardiovascular health to enhance quality of life and maintain independence.

  3. Risk Management: Safety is paramount when working with older adults. Specialists are trained to assess and mitigate risks, ensuring that exercises are appropriate for each individual's health status and physical capabilities.

  4. Movement Mechanics and Functional Fitness: They emphasize exercises that improve functional movement patterns, helping older adults perform daily activities with greater ease and reducing the risk of falls and injuries.

  5. Leadership and Communication Skills: Effective communication is crucial. Specialists must be able to motivate, educate, and encourage older adults, ensuring they feel confident and supported throughout their fitness journey.
     

  6. Adaptability: They are skilled at adapting exercises to accommodate various levels of fitness, health conditions, and personal goals, providing a customized approach to each client.

  By the end of this course, you will gain a deeper understanding of the aging process and ensuring safe and effective exercise programs that will improve your older clients physical health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life.

  Please note: The Foundations of Exercise & Physical Physiology (formerly known as Exercise Theory Course)  is a prerequisite for this course. 

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