Start Your Fitness Career
Are you passionate about health and wellness? Whether you want to lead group workouts or coach individuals one-on-one, Campus Recreation & Wellness offers three exciting paths to certification: Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and Yoga Academy.
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) which gives it national recognition. The ACE Prep Courses will prepare you to take the exam to obtain your certification. These courses are only for ECU students.
ACE Personal Trainer Prep Course
This course prepares you for the ACE Personal Trainer Certification Exam and includes:
- Exercise science fundamentals
- Client assessment and program design
- Hands-on training techniques
- Practice exam and study materials
ACE Group Fitness Prep Course
Interested in leading high-energy classes like HIIT, dance fitness, or strength training? Our Group Fitness Instructor Training covers:
- Class design and cueing techniques
- Music selection and choreography basics
- Safety and modifications for all fitness levels
- Practice teaching and feedback
Yoga Academy Course
The Yoga Academy Course curriculum teaches participants the fundamentals of yoga instruction, including essential yoga poses, breathwork techniques, sequencing principles, and mindfulness practices. Registration in this course includes access to digital course materials and instructional resources. This course will prepare participants to earn their Yoga Fit Level 1 certification to become a certified yoga instructor.
Get Certified. Get Hired.
After completing your certification, you can apply to work with Campus Recreation & Wellness as a Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor. We welcome new instructors—no prior experience required.
Ready to Register?
Click below to view current course offerings and sign up:
Requirements:
- Current ECU student
- CPR/AED and First-Aid Certification
- Completion of ACE Prep Course or currently hold a GFI certification from AFAA, ACE, or ACSM
Questions?
Contact us at campusrec@ecu.edu for more information or help with registration.