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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to lead your own class, but aren't sure if you have what it takes to be an effective teacher? I thought about this question almost 20 years ago, and I'm so glad I challenged myself to become an instructor because it filled my soul to see others achieve their fitness goals.
Here are eight signs you're ready to step from the front row into the role of a certified group fitness instructor.
If you had the choice, you would absolutely choose a group workout instead of hitting the elliptical, even if you're streaming your favorite show! They love the camaraderie and friendly competition that comes with being in a group. You are really happy to be around other people.
Great instructors lead by example. It takes courage to lead a group fitness class, and great leaders know how to bring out the best in others.
To be a great teacher, you must also be a great student. The fitness industry is constantly evolving and exploring new ways to make physical activity enjoyable. There are endless opportunities for growth, from learning to teach different formats to rethinking class design and music.
You are a half-full person. Your Instagram is full of fitness photos and you search Pinterest for exercise tips and healthy recipes to share with friends and family. You find yourself high-fiving people for even the smallest victories.
You have the ability to laugh at yourself and adapt to your surroundings. Teaching keeps you on your toes and requires you to wear many hats, from speaker and motivator to stand-up comedian. Over 30 people are counting on you to provide a fun and balanced workout.
Whether you're a stay-at-home parent, work in an office, or have a knack for teaching, leading classes adds some excitement to your day. Early riser, night owl or weekend warrior? Take a look at a fitness class schedule and you'll see that classes are spread out throughout the day, 7 days a week.
No prior professional fitness experience is required to become a group fitness instructor, but many personal trainers can build a clientele from teaching group fitness classes. If you're already a personal trainer, teaching group fitness will make you a better trainer. It also works the other way around!
In just one hour as a group fitness instructor, you will have this amazing ability to impact lives for the better. It is not enough to tell people that they “need” or “should” exercise every day. The only way physical activity can truly become a habit is by making it fun. You can empower others to live healthier lives and feel good inside and out.
We have launched a brand new, premier ACE Group Fitness Instructor certification study. With an interactive, digital learning component that walks you step-by-step through the basics of group fitness - from exercise programming to music selection to engagement and motivation techniques - our study experience allows you to make every class world-class. Find out more about it here.