Group Exercise Leader (GEL)
Learn to lead dynamic group fitness classes that blend choreography, strength, and high-energy coaching
Registration Ends September 24, 2026
Lead the Beat: Group Exercise Leadership (GEL) Training
Get ready to energize the room and lead with confidence! This course teaches you how to design and deliver choreography-based aerobics and strength training classes using portable equipment—perfect for large group formats that get hearts pumping and muscles moving.
What You’ll Learn:
- Build engaging fitness classes from the ground up
- Master the art of music-driven choreography and cueing
- Explore teaching methods that keep participants motivated and safe
- Develop your leadership style to command the room with clarity and charisma
️♀️ Beyond the Basics:
In addition to classic floor aerobics, you’ll gain specialized training in using portable equipment—like resistance bands, dumbbells, and more—to add variety and challenge to your group sessions.
As a certified GEL, you’ll be equipped to teach both choreographed cardio formats and non-choreographed styles like HIIT and circuit training. That means more options, more impact, and more fun!
Location/Dates:
| Zoom |
Tuesday, Sept 29, 2026 |
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm |
| Zoom |
Thursday, October 1, 2026 |
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm |
| Zoom |
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 |
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm |
| Zoom |
Thursday, October 8, 2026 |
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm |
| In-person Day NSCC Dartmouth |
Saturday, October 10, 2026 |
9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| In-person Day Sydney UCB campus |
Saturday, October 10, 2026 |
9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
In-person Day Locations:
Dartmouth- Fitness Room at the Nova Scotia Community College, Ivany Campus, 80 Mawio'mi Place, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B2Y 0A5
Sydney- Fitness Room at the Kehoe Forum on the UCB campus-1250 Grand Lake Rd., Sydney, NS B1M 1A2
Last Day to Register is September 24, 2026
Fee:
NSFA Member Pricing $349.00
Non Member Pricing $399.00
Fee includes: e-Textbook, workbook, materials, exams (written and practical), certification
Interested in becoming a PT? GEL is one of the prerequisites accepted for the PT certification course.
Payment: Credit cards are accepted.
Venue: ZOOM Video Call. Please have a camera with video and audio enabled.
Exams:
A written and practical exam are required to complete this course. Full certification also requires completion of Exercise Theory and a 1st Aid & CPR certificate.
**Please note, all students in GEL must also complete Exercise Theory and have a current 1st Aid & CPR certificate before this certification will be issued.**
Do you need Exercise Theory? It's now available online through the NSFA. Click here for more information.
Questions??? Contact us at info@nsfitness.ca
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