Get AFLCA Certified
The AFLCA offers certification in the following areas of group exercise leadership: Aquatic Exercise, Resistance Training, Fitness for the Older Adult, Group Exercise Leader, (areas of designation are Portable equipment, Choreography, Step, Cycling, Mind/body).
If you have experience and education, you may challenge into the AFLCA
Step 1: AFLCA Exercise Theory course (minimum 24 hour course)
Step 2: AFLCA Exercise Theory Exam
Step 3: AFLCA Specialty Course: Resistance Training Courses, Group Exercise Fundamentals and Designation Courses, Aquatic Courses, Older Adult Fitness Courses
note: if you are taking the group exercise route, group fundamentals and a designation course are required
Step 4: AFLCA Specialty Exam
Step 5: Practical Assessment completed by an AFLCA Trainer
Step 6:Submit Certification Documents
- Group Exercise Certification Checklist
- Resistance Training Certification Checklist
- Aquatic Exercise Certification Checklist
- Older Adult Certification Checklist
- CPR (AFLCA leaders must hold a current Heart Saver CPR-Level A, (some facilities may require a higher level). CPR MUST BE RENEWED ANNUALLY!
AFLCA Insurance
Practicing within the scope of practice of the AFLCA certified fitness leader ensures that you are covered with affordable comprehensive insurance. .
Agency Subsidies Available!
Let your facility manager know there is funding available to get you certified. To support province-wide training, the AFLCA provides a subsidy program for agencies that offer certification courses.
Need more information? Contact the AFLCA Certification Coordinator
Need an AFLCA Trainer or Assistant Trainer?
AFLCA Trainers are qualified to run AFLCA courses, and to give practical assessments to individuals seeking to fulfill requirements for their AFLCA certification. We have a contact list of AFLCA Trainers who can provide these services for you.