Foundations in physical activity and exercise course
The Fitness Alberta Foundations in physical activity and exercise course (formerly exercise theory course) covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, nutrition and leadership. Foundations in physical activity and exercise is a 24-hour course and prerequisite to all other Fitness Alberta® certification courses. All Foundations in physical activity and exercise are taught by qualified and certified Fitness Alberta® Trainer-educators.
We offer this course through distance education and in-person.
Distance course
The distance course is asynchronous and designed to allow participants to work through independent study over a 12-week period. Non-graded assignments are provided throughout the course to support your work through the material. Feedback is provided to all participants and individual consultation with students is available by request. The instructor is also available for scheduled office time one hour a week.
In-person course
The in-person course is offered at approved agencies across Alberta. Course dates and times are scheduled according to the instructor's and facility's space availability.
Choose the option that works best for you.
Foundations in physical activity & exercise Bold Centre May 5-7 2023
Lac La Biche, AB
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Cost
$280.00
Contact
Lac La Biche County Bold Centre
780-623-3829
deborah.menard@laclabichecounty.com
The Foundations in Physical Activity & Exercise course is the prerequisite to all specialization courses. Please contact the agency directly to register for this course.
Register by May 25, 2023
Foundations in physical activity and exercise University of Alberta May 9-June 6, 2023
Edmonton, AB
Date
Cost
$362.00
Contact
University of Alberta Campus & Community Recreation
(780) 492-9854
krystle.johner@ualberta.ca
The Foundations in Physical Activity & Exercise course is the prerequisite to all specialization courses. Please contact the agency directly to register for this course.
Register by May 2, 2023