Fitness Certifications & Workshops

The Department of Campus Recreation strives to provide students and other interested fitness enthusiasts with quality educational opportunities through the hosting of nationally-recognized certifications and workshops. For additional information on fitness certifications and workshops, please call (330) 941-2207.



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Zumba Basic 1
Zumba Fitness® is the only Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that blends red-hot international music, created by Grammy Award-winning producers, and contagious steps to form a "fitness-party" that is downright addictive.

Since its inception in 2001, the Zumba program has grown to become the world's largest – and most successful – dance-fitness program with more than 12 million people of all shapes, sizes and ages taking weekly Zumba classes in over 220,000 locations across more than 125 countries.

Date:
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Registration: 8:00am - 9:00am
Instructor Training: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Cost Includes:

  • Basic Steps Level 1 Review DVD
  • Basic Steps Level 1 Mash-Up DVD
  • Basic Steps Level 1 Mash-Up CD
  • Rush DVD
  • Basic 1 Instructor Manual
  • Certificate of Completion
  • ACE Trainers receive 0.7 CEC's
  • AFAA Trainers receive 5.5 CEU's


Contact:

Stephanie Masceri
stephanie.masceri@zumbamail.com
(215) 791-2960
or
Stephen Horn
swhorn@student.ysu.edu
330-941-3488

Location:
Youngstown State University  
One University Plaza,
Youngstown, Ohio 44555

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Spinning Instructor Orientation (9hrs)

Date: Saturday, June 23, 2012
Time: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Registration Fee: $295.00
Required Products:
Spinning Instructor Manual - US  $30.00
Complimentary Spin Membership $0.00
Total: $325.00

Facility Information:
Youngstown State University
Andrews Student Recreation And Wellness Center
1 University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
United States

For directions call: 330-941-2245
Contact: Stephen Horn, swhorn@student.ysu.edu

Workshop Description: This comprehensive workshop will give you all the tools you need to become a certified Spinning instructor and lead your own classes in any of the 35,000+ Official Spinning Facilities worldwide. When you sign up, you’ll receive the Spinning Instructor Manual for use as reference during your class, the Spinning Instructor Assessment and beyond. Upon completion of the Orientation, you will be eligible to take the Assessment test online at your convenience. Certification is active for two years from the date of Orientation, and with continuing education, can be maintained for a lifetime. Bring your gear and be ready for two great rides led by a Spinning Master Instructor. Workshop time (including two rides and a lunch break) is nine hours.

As a bonus—all Orientation participants receive a complimentary one-year SPIN® Membership (a $99 value). SPIN members receive 15% off Spinning® continuing education workshops and other valuable discounts. So, if you are signing up for an Orientation, be sure to check and see if there is a continuing education workshop being offered as well!

In the Spinning Instructor Orientation, you’ll learn how to:

  • Demystify cycling biomechanics
  • Instruct students on bike setup and safety
  • Develop strong coaching skills
  • Craft unforgettable class ride profiles
  • Incorporate heart rate training and the Spinning Energy Zones™
  • Use visualization techniques to enhance the mind/body connection

Spinning Instructor Orientation—the most comprehensive and widely recognized indoor cycling training program on the planet.

The ride of your life starts here.™

Continuing Ed: 8.0 AFAA > .8 ACE > .8 NASM

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Spinning CEU:Music, Movement, Motivation (2 hr)

Date: Sunday, June 24, 2012
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Registration Fee: $60.00

Facility Information:
Youngstown State University
Andrews Student Recreation And Wellness Center
1 University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
United States

For directions call: 330-941-2245
Contact: Stephen Horn, swhorn@student.ysu.edu

Workshop Description: Learn to correlate music and rhythm to each movement and elicit an emotional response from the music and the ride.

Continuing Ed: 3 STAR Points > 1.5 AFAA > .2 ACE

Workshop Format: lecture plus practical application, ending with a ride.

Course Materials: Upon registering you will receive a Workshop Outline in PDF format to download from your account.

Note: Heart Rate Monitor strongly recommended for this workshop

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Spinning Instructor Orientation (9hrs)

Date: Saturday, August 25, 2012
Time: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Price: Registration Fee: $295.00
Required Products:
Spinning Instructor Manual - US   $30.00
Complimentary Spin Membership  $0.00
Total: $325.00

Facility Information:
Youngstown State University
Andrews Student Recreation And Wellness Center
1 University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
United States

For directions call: 330-941-2245
Contact: Stephen Horn, swhorn@student.ysu.edu

Workshop Description: This comprehensive workshop will give you all the tools you need to become a certified Spinning instructor and lead your own classes in any of the 35,000+ Official Spinning Facilities worldwide. When you sign up, you’ll receive the Spinning Instructor Manual for use as reference during your class, the Spinning Instructor Assessment and beyond. Upon completion of the Orientation, you will be eligible to take the Assessment test online at your convenience. Certification is active for two years from the date of Orientation, and with continuing education, can be maintained for a lifetime. Bring your gear and be ready for two great rides led by a Spinning Master Instructor. Workshop time (including two rides and a lunch break) is nine hours.

As a bonus—all Orientation participants receive a complimentary one-year SPIN® Membership (a $99 value). SPIN members receive 15% off Spinning® continuing education workshops and other valuable discounts. So, if you are signing up for an Orientation, be sure to check and see if there is a continuing education workshop being offered as well!

In the Spinning Instructor Orientation, you’ll learn how to:

  • Demystify cycling biomechanics
  • Instruct students on bike setup and safety
  • Develop strong coaching skills
  • Craft unforgettable class ride profiles
  • Incorporate heart rate training and the Spinning Energy Zones™
  • Use visualization techniques to enhance the mind/body connection

Spinning Instructor Orientation—the most comprehensive and widely recognized indoor cycling training program on the planet.

The ride of your life starts here.™

Continuing Ed: 8.0 AFAA > .8 ACE > .8 NASM

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Contraindications to the Spinning Program (4 hr)

Date: Sunday, August 26, 2012
Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm
Registration Fee:  $109.00

Facility Information:
Youngstown State University
Andrews Student Recreation And Wellness Center
1 University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
United States

For directions call: 330-941-2245
Contact: Stephen Horn, swhorn@student.ysu.edu

Workshop Description: Why don’t we practice certain movements in the Spinning program even though they have become prevalent in many other programs? Learn the biomechanical, kinesiological and even philosophical reasons why certain popular moves are contraindicated. Find other acceptable moves that will achieve the same goals, and discuss alternative ways to be creative.

Continuing Ed: 6 STAR Points > 3.5 AFAA > .4 ACE

Workshop Format: lecture plus practical application, ending with a ride.

Course Materials: Upon registering you will receive a Workshop Outline in PDF format to download from your account.

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Spinning Energy Zones - Interval Energy Zone (2 hr)

Date: Sunday, August 26, 2012
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Registration Fee:
 $60.00

Facility Information:
Youngstown State University
Andrews Student Recreation And Wellness Center
1 University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
United States

For directions call: 330-941-2245
Contact: Stephen Horn, swhorn@student.ysu.edu

Workshop Description: Perhaps the favorite Energy Zone of Spinning instructors and enthusiasts alike, the Interval EZ is where fitness gains really take place. After developing an aerobic base, interval training is a critical factor in improving fitness level, enhancing performance or even changing one's metabolism. This workshop defines three types of Interval EZ rides: aerobic, aerobic/anaerobic and anaerobic, and describes work-to-rest ratios for each. You will learn to develop ride profiles using workout progressions and Spinning language to create motivating, challenging Interval Energy Zone rides.

Continuing Ed: 3 STAR Points > 1.5 AFAA > .2 ACE

Workshop Format: lecture plus practical application, ending with a ride.

Course Materials: Upon registering you will receive a Workshop Outline in PDF format to download from your account.

Note: Heart Rate Monitor strongly recommended for this workshop

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Spinning Instructor Orientation (9hrs)

Date: Saturday, January 19, 2013
Time: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Price: Registration Fee: $295.00
Required Products:
Spinning Instructor Manual - US  $30.00
Complimentary Spin Membership $0.00
Total: $325.00

Facility Information:

Youngstown State University
Andrews Student Recreation And Wellness Center
1 University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
United States

For directions call: 330-941-2245
Contact: Stephen Horn, swhorn@student.ysu.edu

Workshop Description: This comprehensive workshop will give you all the tools you need to become a certified Spinning instructor and lead your own classes in any of the 35,000+ Official Spinning Facilities worldwide. When you sign up, you’ll receive the Spinning Instructor Manual for use as reference during your class, the Spinning Instructor Assessment and beyond. Upon completion of the Orientation, you will be eligible to take the Assessment test online at your convenience. Certification is active for two years from the date of Orientation, and with continuing education, can be maintained for a lifetime. Bring your gear and be ready for two great rides led by a Spinning Master Instructor. Workshop time (including two rides and a lunch break) is nine hours.

As a bonus—all Orientation participants receive a complimentary one-year SPIN® Membership (a $99 value). SPIN members receive 15% off Spinning® continuing education workshops and other valuable discounts. So, if you are signing up for an Orientation, be sure to check and see if there is a continuing education workshop being offered as well!

In the Spinning Instructor Orientation, you’ll learn how to:

  • Demystify cycling biomechanics
  • Instruct students on bike setup and safety
  • Develop strong coaching skills
  • Craft unforgettable class ride profiles
  • Incorporate heart rate training and the Spinning Energy Zones™
  • Use visualization techniques to enhance the mind/body connection

Spinning Instructor Orientation—the most comprehensive and widely recognized indoor cycling training program on the planet.

The ride of your life starts here.™

Continuing Ed: 8.0 AFAA > .8 ACE > .8 NASM

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High Intensity Training (4 hr) Spinning CEU

Date: Sunday, January 20, 2013
Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm
Registration Fee: $109.00

Facility Information:
Youngstown State University
Andrews Student Recreation And Wellness Center
1 University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
United States

For directions call: 330-941-2245
Contact: Stephen Horn, swhorn@student.ysu.edu

Workshop Description: Applied correctly, high intensity training can beat fitness plateaus and enhance overall fitness. But too much of it can cause overtraining and burnout. Come learn how, why and when to use high intensity training, and more importantly, when not to.

Continuing Ed: 6 STAR Points > 3.5 AFAA > .4 ACE

Workshop Format: lecture plus practical application, ending with a ride.

Course Materials: Upon registering you will receive a Workshop Outline in PDF format to download from your account.

Note: Heart Rate Monitor strongly recommended for this workshop

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Spinning Energy Zones - Strength Energy Zone (2 hr)

Date: Sunday, January 20, 2013
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Registration Fee:  $60.00

Facility Information:
Youngstown State University
Andrews Student Recreation And Wellness Center
1 University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
United States

For directions call: 330-941-2245
Contact: Stephen Horn, swhorn@student.ysu.edu

Workshop Description: Seated and standing climbs, the main terrains of the Strength Energy Zone, provide challenging muscular endurance work for the lower body. The cardiovascular system is also challenged in this Energy Zone because it includes both aerobic and anaerobic work. By learning to develop Strength EZ ride profiles, your students will soon be climbing with more power, strength and mental stamina.

Continuing Ed: 3 STAR Points > 1.5 AFAA > .2 ACE

Workshop Format: lecture plus practical application, ending with a ride.

Course Materials: Upon registering you will receive a Workshop Outline in PDF format to download from your account.

Note: Heart Rate Monitor strongly recommended for this workshop

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