|
Health and Recreation
Course Schedule - Fall 2009 |
This FREE 1-hour Personal Fitness Training Orientation is designed to provide information for anyone interested in the fitness profession or in becoming a fitness trainer. This lecture includes a brief overview of the industry and professional trends while allowing ample time for a question and answer session. Topics include personal training, group exercise, senior fitness, children’s fitness and aqua fitness.
CRN: 20128
Saturday, September 26, 9 - 10 a.m.
Free
RETURN TO TOP
 Come join this fun field and be part of what ABCNews.com calls the fourth hottest job in the US at a national average of $25 per hour. Whether for a career move or for your own personal knowledge, get all the information you need to become a Certified Personal Trainer. Fifteen hours of hands-on practical training, held at the Powerhouse Gym, prepares you to actually work with clients one-on-one. Also receive fifteen hours of lecture, including but not limited to anatomy, exercise physiology, nutrition, musculoskeletal injuries, health screening, and more. National exam is given in the last week. This is unlike any other certification program available. Proof of CPR and a 30-hour internship required for certification to be issued. For more information, go to www.witseducation.com. To order your textbook directly, call 1-888-330 9487. Course fee includes workbook and certification exam.
Instructor: Staff, World Instructor
Training Schools
CRN: 20129
Saturdays, October 10 - November 14, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Fee: $549
RETURN TO TOP
There are three primary factors that influence how our body performs: genetics, training and nutrition. While little if anything can be done to change our genetics, we can make changes in training and nutritional habits. This six-hour class is for health and fitness professionals who want to learn more about how nutrition influences physical performance. Specific topics to be discussed include: diet analysis, the new food pyramid, the fueling cycle, fuel and fluids that improve performance, overcoming performance challenges and sports and condition specific nutritional strategies. Qualifies for 6 continuing education credits for personal trainers and fitness professionals.
Instructor: Staff, World Instructor
Training Schools
CRN: 20130
Mondays, October 19 and 26, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Fee: $99
RETURN TO TOP
Many personal fitness trainers limit themselves, their business and their income potential by serving only the “young and fit.” There are other populations who can benefit from your services and who need your guidance and assistance to improve their health and fitness. In addition, more mature individuals may not only need your expertise, but are also more likely to have the discretionary time and money to hire you. If you expand your business to serve special populations you will not only help more people, but also increase your income and profitability! Qualifies for 6 continuing education credits for personal trainers and fitness professionals.
Instructor: Staff, World Instructor
Training Schools
CRN: 20131
Tuesday and Thursday, December 1 and 3, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Fee: $99
RETURN TO TOP
Improve your physical and mental health by learning martial arts in a fun and structured class. Learn the fundamentals of blocking, punching, kicking and striking from the arts of Tae Kwon Do, Karate, Kung Fu and Muay Thai (Kickboxing). This will be a formal and traditional class. Uniforms will be required and can be purchased on the first day of class for $35.00.
Class held at Asian Sun Training Center, 3450 Manchester Road, Akron.\
Instructor: Master Steven Mack (bio)
CRN: 20132
Saturdays, October 10 - November 14, 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Fee: $99
RETURN TO TOP
Sometimes situations in life can be pretty scary. Arm yourself with the knowledge of self-defense. Feel confident and relaxed when you alone. This class will teach you basic selfdefense techniques by utilizing your mind and body as a weapon to protect yourself in many situations. Wear comfortable clothing.
Instructor: Master Steven Mack (bio)
CRN: 20133
Saturday, October 24, 1 - 4 p.m.
Fee: $39
RETURN TO TOP
• RETURN TO CONTINUING EDUCATION
HOME PAGE |
Site
Map
