If you want to get into the fitness industry, you have probably considered becoming a personal trainer. To become one in BC, you should get certified under BCRPA. BCRPA is the gold standard for fitness professionals in BC. If you are certified under them, you will have a high employment opportunity since it is recognized... » read more
Are you thinking about getting the BCRPA Aquatic Fitness Certification in BC? Find out how you can get your certification in just a few simple steps! It’s not as difficult as you think. Step 1: BCRPA Fitness Theory Course The first thing that you want to do is take a BCRPA Fitness Theory Course. This... » read more
Have you ever thought about wanting to become a BCRPA certified yoga instructor in BC? Feeling like you need a change of pace and embark on a new journey? Maybe it is time for something new and different. Regardless of your reason, now is a perfect time for you to get studying! BCRPA Certified Yoga... » read more
If you want to become a fitness professional in New Brunswick or PEI, you need to complete your FNB fitness leader registration with the National Fitness Leadership Association of Canada (NFLA). You do this through taking exams and completing a registration process with their provincial affiliate called Fitness New Brunswick or FNB. This FNB fitness... » read more
If you want to become a personal trainer or group fitness instructor, an ACE Certification is a way to go, as all of their certifications are accredited by the NCCA (the gold standard in health and fitness certifications). Individual clients and fitness facilities internationally also accept and recognize this certification. According to their website, ACE is... » read more
At FHP Education, we’re passionate about the fitness industry. We think it is an amazing career path for anyone with a passion for fitness and helping others reach their goals while achieving their own. In this Fitness Industry Outlook 2020 guide, we’ll go over what we see in this industry in Canada and globally. The... » read more
The National Fitness Leadership Association of Canada (NFLA) partnership of various non-profit organizations providing fitness accreditations for exercise professionals in Canada. Each province has its own NFLA affiliate offering certifications for Fitness/Exercise Theory, Personal Training, Group Fitness, Aquatic Exercise, Older Adult (OA) Fitness, and Resistance Training. The great thing about certifications offered by NFLA and their regional... » read more
As the population ages and becomes more health-conscious, the demand for older adult fitness continues to rise. In this article, we’ll be discussing the path to becoming an Older Adult Fitness Leader. We wrote about this topic in the past, but the steps are as follows: Step 1: Become a Registered Fitness Leader Step 2:... » read more
With the increased focus on health and wellness amongst the general public, a career as a personal trainer in BC is becoming more and more popular. However, many people are confused about how to become a personal trainer in the first place. Reasons to Become a Personal Trainer If you enjoy health and fitness, like... » read more
There are a lot of personal training certifications that someone who wants to get into the fitness industry can take. Some of them include NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association), ACE (American Council on Exercise), and BCRPA (British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association). With so many different fitness certifications, it’s hard to know which one... » read more