The Art and Science of Personal Training Workshop

Description

Interested in becoming a Personal Trainer but not sure where to start? Have what it takes to be a good Trainer but lack the foundational education? Engage in The Art and Science of Personal Training course to build confidence for the CPTN Personal Trainer Certification. This Workshop is held on both weekends listed.

The following topics will be discussed:

  • personal training, professionalism, exercise physiology, biomechanics & applied physiology.
  • health screening, cardio-respiratory fitness, muscle conditioning, flexibility training & programming for the healthy adult.
  • modifications for health conditions, persons with disabilities, weight management and musculoskeletal injuries
  • communication skills, teaching techniques, safety guidelines, legal liability issues and professional responsibilities.
  • Resistance Training Course, or equivalent

Requirements:

Note: This course includes The Art and Science of Personal Training (Second Edition) manual for those who registered for standard Membership and planned on purchasing the manual as a separate item. We now feature a special Membership registration offer including the manual for those that do not wish to register for this Workshop.

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Course Instructors

Paul Aspinall, BPE, MES, CPTN-CPT

Paul is the Director of Personal Training for Mayfair Racquet and Fitness Clubs, is a CPTN Certified Personal Trainer, CPTN Practical Assessor, and Course Conductor. He currently teaches Program Design at Seneca College and lectures at various corporations and facilities in Toronto. His educational background includes a degree in Physical Education with a major in Athletic Therapy, and a diploma in Fitness and Lifestyle Management from George Brown College. For more information visit www.mayfairclubs.com.

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Jeff Boris, BPHE, CPTN-CPT.M

Jeff is a two-time award-winning trainer recognized for his teaching, dedication and unique contributions to the fitness industry and draws from 20 years experience pioneering the concept of a Holistic Fitness Trainer. As the former Chair of Professional Development for the CPTN, Education Coordinator for the Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging, and Nutrition and Health Research Educator in the Natural Health Products Industry, Jeff’s diverse expertise is often sought after by the media for contributions to radio, TV and magazines. As an author and international presenter, Jeff delivers up to 200 presentations annually and teaches a course he created for the Health Sciences Dept. at University of Western Ontario. Together, Jeff and his wife Alissa, operate an international business collaborating with health and fitness professionals. For more information please visit www.jeffboriswellness.com.

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Graham Brown, HBPHE, NCCP

Graham is a 10-year veteran of the fitness industry and holds a degree in Kinesiology. He has worked as a personal trainer and athletic coach nationally and internationally with general populations, individual athletes, and provincial-level sports teams. He specializes in coaching, sports specific training and couples training. Graham owns and operates New Heights Fitness & Wellness Centre in Hanover, Ontario.

Lee Fielder, HBKin., MA, CPTN-CPT

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Colleen Holmes, CPTN-CPT, CES

Colleen has developed and trained Ontario's Elite Service Industries Professionals (Police and Pre-service fire) for Ontario's number one college for the service industry sector-Conestoga College in Kitchener Ontario. Private clients and students have been placed within various Fire departments and Police stations across Canada. She inspires passion, compassion and a drive to excel. SheI demands nothing less than the best for each of her students and clients, and encourages the ability to alter ones mind, body and soul in a direction of a dream career fulfilled with a life time success. Collen is the Professional Relationship Chair for CPTN and along with the help of her colleagues created the CPTN Online Video's for Personal Trainers. For more information please visit www.redrockfitness.ca.

Janice Pepe, CPTN-CPT

Janice is a CPTN Certified Personal Trainer, CPTN Practical Assessor, and Course Conductor with Pilates and Yoga certifications. Accomplished in corporate health and wellness, facility management, and fitness assessment, Janice specializes in cardiac rehabilitation, back care and training for physically demanding occupations, such as policing. A CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist, Janice teaches Fitness and Lifestyle Management studies at Georgian College.

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Karsten Jensen, M.Sc., C.H.E.K Practitioner - Level II, C.H.E.K HLC - Level III, CPTN-CPT

Karsten Jensen is a Strength Coach with over 15 years experience working with World Class and Olympic ranked athletes. He is a Master in Exercise Physiology, a C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 2, a C.H.E.K Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, and a CPTN Certified Personal Trainer. He was the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Danish National Elite Sports Institution in Copenhagen, rendering his services to national and internationally ranked athletes from various sports. From his new base in Mississauga, Ontario, he still specializes in taking the physiques of his clients to the highest levels. He is an international presenter and the author of four e-books and multiple articles. As a junior, he was a nationally ranked tennis player and was also competitive in track and field, soccer and badminton. For more information please visit www.yestostrength.com.

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Rick Mueller, HBPE, MES, CPTN-CPT

Rick draws upon 23 years of experience, research and education in the industry to deliver advanced sustainable lifestyle changes through effective nutrition, exercise and personal coaching with positive active and proactive support. Among his many credentials he is also certified in Post-Rehabilitation, is a Nutrition and Wellness Specialist and Fitness Planning Specialist and holds a Life coaching certificate from WHC. Rick understands that respecting and strengthening the mind/body connection to enhance vitality is key. The purpose of his training style is to enhance the body’s endocrine system to deliver optimal youth hormones for ideal health, performance and lean muscle mass.

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Brock Picken, B.S.M., CPTN-CPT

Brock is the President of Brock’s Ultimate Fitness (BUF) Inc., is a CPTN Certified Personal Trainer, CPTN Practical Assessor, and Course Conductor. His education includes a degree in Sports and Exercise Management from Brock University. In July of 2008 this enthusiastic trainer cycled from Toronto to Victoria, B.C. wearing a 40 lb weight vest to raise awareness about Childhood Obesity. For more information please visit www.brocksultimatefitness.ca.

Susan Yurincich, HBA, CPTN-CPT

Susan is currently the Fitness Centre Manager at Brock University. She is passionate about providing developmental opportunities to trainers and educational opportunity to members. Susan is a CPTN Certified Personal Trainer, Practical Assessor and Course Conductor. She is also a Certified YMCA Group Fitness Instructor (Muscle Resistance and Core), and a Fitness Kickboxing Canada Instructor. Susan's enthusiasm for fitness began as a young athlete, and continued on during her time as a varsity volleyball player. After completing her HBA, she pursued graduate studies in Sport Management overseas. Susan has extensive group fitness instructional experience through her time with the YMCA. She has also been trained to instruct both post-cardiac and osteoporotic clients, and currently teaches a falls prevention program for seniors.

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