Exercise Theory
EXERCISE THEORY
A minimum 24 hour course covering basic fitness principles and a variety of activity experiences. Course topics include: anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, nutrition, leadership and health and fitness. We recommend that you complete the Exercise Theory course prior to the specialization courses.
| Date | Location | Contact | Phone | Fee |
| February 3 – 5, 2012 | Lethbridge College | Kelly Dinsmore | 403–382-6919 | $200.00 |
| February 3 – 5, 2012 | Red Deer College | Registration | 403–357-3663 | $225.75 |
| February 3 – 5, 2012 | Grande Prairie Regional College | Barb Shmyr | 780–539-2816 | $341.25 |
| February 24 – 26, 2012 | Fit International (Edmonton) | Marjorie O’Connor | 780–466-5501 | $265.00 |
| March 9 – 11, 2012 | Absolutely Fitness (Edmonton) | Anita Parker | 780–417-8823 | $230.00 |
| March 9 – 11, 2012 | Charkinley Services (Leduc) | Diane Charko | 780–986-7905 | $210.00 |
| March 10, 11 & 17, 2012 | Mount Royal University (Calgary) | Brenda Stroud | 403–440-6319 | $195.00 |
| April 17, 19, 21 & 22, 2012 | Southland Leisure Centre (Calgary) | Zoe Flowers-Reitsma | 403–648-6592 | $208.00 |
| April 20 – 22, 2012 | Fit International (Edmonton) | Marjorie O’Connor | 780–466-5501 | $265.00 |
| April 21, 28 and 29, 2012 | University of Calgary | Jennifer Ikebuchi | 403–220-5193 | $75.00 |
| April 27 – 29, 2012 | Lethbridge College | Kelly Dinsmore | 403–382-6919 | $200.00 |
| May 4 – 6, 2012 | Get FIT (Calgary) | Angela Welsh | 403–863-0626 | $199.00 |
| June 8 – 10, 2012 | Mount Royal University (Calgary) | Brenda Stroud | 403–440-6319 | $200.00 |
Exercise Theory Distance Education
The Exercise Theory Distance Course has been designed to allow participants to work through the Exercise Theory Manual through independent study and on their own time. Individuals have up to two months to complete the course from its start date. An AFLCA Trainer oversees the course and is available to answer any questions you may have. The Trainer will provide assignments throughout the course to assist participants with their learning. Once you are ready to write the exam, let your trainer know and an exam registration form will be provided. Course topics include: anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and conditioning, nutrition, leadership and health and fitness. It is recommended that the Exercise Theory course be taken prior to the specialization courses.
| Date | Location | Contact | Phone | Fee |
| March 1, 2012 | Application deadline: February 15, 2012 | 780–492-4435 | $230.00 |
| July 1, 2012 | Application deadline: June 15, 2012 | 780–492-4435 | $230.00 |