Foundations in physical activity and exercise in person course
The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership.The knowledge outlined in this course is required for all group exercise certifications.
All Fitness Alberta in-person courses are taught by qualified and certified Fitness Alberta® Trainer-educators and scheduled based on the Trainer-educator's availability.
NOTE: During the summer months, in-person courses may be limited. Please check back for updates, as course listings are updated continually, and posted as soon as they are approved.
What to expect in this course
Foundations in Physical Activity lays the foundation for the rest of your certification journey. Most candidates require independent study before writing the Foundations theory exam. To help you prepare:
- Your course trainer-educators and facilitators are there to support your journey and will provide learning activities to guide your understanding of the course content.
- The learning objectives in each chapter indicate the knowledge you are expected to retain and apply. These are an excellent study tool during and post course.
- The performance standards are also helpful for you to understand the knowledge and competencies you will be required to demonstrate, either through practical assessment or written exam to earn certification.
Foundations in physical activity and exercise course September 22 - Oct 1, 2025
Killarney Aquatic and Recreation Centre City of Calgary
1919 29 Street SW Calgary, Alberta T3E 2J7 Canada, Calgary
The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers the prerequisite information and knowledge for certification and specialty courses. Topics include fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership. The knowledge outlined in this course is required for all group exercise specialty certifications. Please register with our certification partner
Register by September 15, 2025
Foundations in physical activity and exercise October 10 - 12, 2025
Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club
205A Carnegie Drive , St. Albert
The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership. The knowledge outlined in this course will provide the pre requisite and foundational information that will be needed for all group exercise certifications.
Register by October 6, 2025
Foundations in physical activity and exercise January 16-18, 2026
Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club
205A Carnegie Drive , St. Albert
The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership. The knowledge outlined in this course will provide the pre requisite and foundational information that will be needed for all group exercise certifications.
Register by January 12, 2026
Foundations in physical activity and exercise Feb 27, 28 March 1, 2026
Bold Centre
8702 - 91 avenue Box 1679 Lac La Biche, Alberta T0A 2C0, Lac La Biche
The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership. The knowledge outlined in this course will provide the pre requisite and foundational information that will be needed for all group exercise certifications.
Register by February 13, 2026
Foundations in physical activity and exercise April 10 - 12, 2026
Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club
205A Carnegie Drive , St. Albert
The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership. The knowledge outlined in this course will provide the pre requisite and foundational information that will be needed for all group exercise certifications.
Register by April 6, 2026
Foundations in physical activity and exercise July 10 -12, 2026
Sturgeon Valley Athletic Club
205A Carnegie Drive , St. Albert
The Fitness Alberta Foundations in Physical Activity and Exercise course covers basic fitness principles such as anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, risk management and leadership. The knowledge outlined in this course will provide the pre requisite and foundational information that will be needed for all group exercise certifications.
Register by July 6, 2026