Requirements for the Group Fitness Instructor Certificate
To receive your Group Fitness Instructor Certificate of Completion, students must complete the required courses listed below at Glendale Community College, earn a "C" or better in each course and have a GPA or 2.0 or better.
Required Courses
The following courses are required for Group Fitness Certificate. Once completed, student will have earned two certificates, Personal Trainer and Group Instructor. Please note that they are listed in the suggested order in which they should be taken.
| Course Number | Course Name | Semester Course Should be Taken |
|---|---|---|
| EXS 112 | Professional Applications of Fitness Principles (3credits) | 1st |
| EXS 125 | Introduction to Exercise Physiology (3 credits) | 1st |
| EXS 130 | Strength Fitness: Physiological Principles & Training Techniques (3 credits) | 2nd |
| EXS 220 | Personal Trainer Practicum (3 Credits) | 2nd |
| FON 105 | Principles of Nutrition for Personal Trainers (3 credits) | 1st or 2nd |
| EXS 190 | Small Group Training in a Studio Setting (2 credits) | 2nd or 3rd |
| EXS 192 | Small Group Training in a Gym (2 credits) | 2nd or 3rd |
Course Descriptions
EXS 112 – Professional Applications of Fitness Principles (3 credits)
Basic principles of fitness for the prospective fitness professional. Learn how to develop a personalized fitness program that includes body composition, cardiovascular exercise, weight training and stretching programs. Get hands-on experience conducting fitness assessments and muscular strength evaluations.
EXS 125 – Exercise Science (3 credits)
Discover major factors related to the movement and function of the human body. Topics include anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology, and biomechanics in addition to general skeletal and muscle anatomy as it relates to exercise
EXS 130 – Strength Fitness: Physiological Principles & Training Techniques (3 credits)
Learn concepts related to strength physiology, performance factors, training recommendations, exercise techniques, and program design. Emphasis on benefits derived from strength training and strength training principles.
FON 105 – Principles of Nutrition for Personal Trainers (3 credits)
Basic principles of nutrition for the prospective fitness professional. Overview of health and wellness and its relationship to personal trainers. Emphasis on general principles of nutrition for health and fitness. Topics include: basic nutrition principles using the current food plans and dietary guidelines, label reading, estimating calorie and nutrient needs for health, fitness, sport, and weight management
EXS 190 - Small Group Training in a Studio Setting (2 credits)
Effectively create and lead small exercise groups. Incorporate music as an effective teaching tool and motivator. Use a variety of non-traditional tools and equipment to enhance the exercise experience. Cash in on the benefits of this cutting-edge fitness trend. Increase your knowledge base and earn Continuing Education Credits for Fitness Professionals (CECs).
EXS 192 - Small Group Training in a Gym Setting (2 credits)
Prerequisites: Current CPR certification, GCC Personal Training Certificate, or permission of instructor, Lisa Lewis (623) 845-3784.
