The ACE Group Fitness Instructor course materials equip you with the latest instructional techniques, coaching skills and leadership strategies that are necessary to deliver effective and enjoyable class experiences.
Developed by leading health and fitness experts, ACE Group Fitness Instructor student products help you master critical course learning competencies, prepare you for the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Certification Exam, and serve as professional resources you can keep referencing while you lead group exercise classes throughout the years.
Download the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Career Guide to learn about your future as a group fitness instructor.
Required Course Materials
Textbook (hard copy, e-Book available)
The Exercise Professional's Guide to Group Fitness Instruction textbook provides the critical knowledge you will need to deliver memorable group fitness experiences, whether you lead outdoor high intensity interval training, dance-based classes in a fitness facility, online small-group circuit training, or any of the countless variations and opportunities group fitness has to offer.
Featured in this textbook is the introduction of the ACE RRAMP Approach™, which will help you build an environment that recognizes and serves everyone who shows up to participate in class and creates a climate that is dynamic and full of highly engaged participants.
By taking an application-based approach to group fitness instruction—no matter the setting or type of class—ACE has created a unique textbook that focuses on the hallmarks of a high-quality group fitness class and instructor, including leadership, inclusivity, effectiveness, safety, and enjoyment. By pairing this book with a one-of-a-kind online learning experience, you will be prepared for a long and rewarding career in the fitness industry.
Group Fitness Instructor Study Program (Student)
Access essential course materials all at once, designed for those seeking a deeper understanding of the course content and prefer various methods of learning. Includes hard copy textbook and online practice test to help prepare you for your certification exam.
Exam
Group Fitness Instructor Certification Exam
Available to take from home
To earn an NCCA-accredited ACE Group Fitness Instructor Certification, you must pass the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Certification Exam. The exam assesses if you meet the level of competence necessary to earn your certification. After passing the exam, you will earn a respected credential that can set you on a compelling new career path.