• Canadian Fitness Education Services Ltd. (CFES)

CFES Saskatchewan

 

The Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (S.P.R.A.) Fitness Division, is pleased to announce a professional alliance with Canadian Fitness Education Services Ltd.

All CFES resources meet S.P.R.A. and National Fitness Leadership Alliance (NFLA) program guidelines. We look forward to learning with you. The CFES Fitness Knowledge Homestudy Program is also approved by the Massage Therapist Association of Saskatchewan for 35 credits for Continuing Education/Professional Development

Professional Career Steps for a Fitness Leader in Saskatchewan ... How CFES fits in.

For the student who wants CFES and Saskatchewan Fitness Leadership Certification (S.P.R.A.):
You would like to:

• Become a certified fitness instructor in aerobics, strength training or aquafitness;
• Develop a career in the fitness industry.
  
  Step 1. Complete the S.P.R.A. Fitness Theory classroom program or CFES Fitness Knowledge Home Study Program.
  
  S.P.R.A. recognizes that the home study course acts as an equivalent prerequisite to all S.P.R.A. Fitness Leader courses. Students unable to attend a S.P.R.A. Fitness Theory classroom program can enjoy CFES Fitness Knowledge Home study program in the convenience of your own home.
  
  All students receiving 80% or higher receive a CFES Fitness Knowledge Certificate of Completion, recognized by the S.P.R.A. Fitness Division.
  
  This program is an enjoyable preparation study guide utilized by thousands of students preparing to write the NFLA Fitness Theory Exam.
  
  Step 2. Contact the S.P.R.A. office and arrange to write the NFLA Fitness Theory Exam. Phone: 1-800-563-2555
  
  Step 3. Register and complete a S.P.R.A. Specialty Module, either Group Exercise or Aquatic Exercise
  
  Step 4. Complete the S.P.R.A. Specialty Module Exit Criteria
  
  Step 5. Hold current CPR and First Aid Certificates
  
  Step 6. Maintain Current Fees for S.P.R.A. Certification and Recertification Criteria

  S.P.R.A. Fitness Instructor Certification and Membership
  The Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association Fitness Division, was developed by S.P.R.A. in 1985 and became a division in 1993. The Fitness Division is steered by dedicated volunteers, staff and the fitness membership.

  Benefits of Hiring a S.P.R.A. Certified Fitness Leader:
  o Recognized certification organization for Saskatchewan
  o Has elevated credibility of the fitness profession
  o Provides credibility for the public participants
  o Ensures safety in programs increases with qualified leader
  o Increases credibility and marketability of leader
  o Promotes professionalism within the fitness industry
  o Recognized as the leadership industry's standard
  o Requirement for employment at most facilities
  o Meets NFLA program guidelines and is transferable to other provinces

  Benefits of S.P.R.A. Fitness Leader Certification:
  o Sense of belonging to a professional organization
  o Subscription to Active Living Magazine (six issues)
  o Free access to the Resource Centre for Sport, Culture & Recreation
  o Reduced rate to the annual Sask Fit conference

  We are happy to answer your career questions!
  Contact S.P.R.A. toll-free at 1-800-563-2555
  or Phone (306) 780-9206 Fax: (306) 780-9257

For a list of Upcoming Courses, please visit the SPRA hotlink: www.spra.sk.ca

or contact:
CFES Canada toll free: 1-877-494-5355
Website: www.canadianfitness.net
email: cfes@telus.net

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