Pre-Conference & Specialty Events
Downloadable Pre-Conference Schedule at a Glance
Course #700 and Course #701
Adult CPR & AED Training: Two (2) Year Certification/Re-Certification Class
Don Sussman, Know CPR
Friday 4/16/10 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Saturday 4/17/10 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Renew your CPR certification quickly and easily on site at DCAC 2010! Taught by a certified and authorized CPR Instructor, this nationally-recognized program provides a two (2) year renewal certification for Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED from the American Safety & Health Institute. Immediately upon successful completion of this training, participants will receive an American Safety & Health Institute course completion card with a suggested retraining date of two years. You must have current CPR certification or one that has recently expired in order to register. (Special DCAC Rate, includes all fees, handouts, books, and training)
Fee: $40.00 per person (Special DCAC Rate, includes all fees, handouts, books, and training)
Course #702
Balletone® Sole Synthesis
Shannon Fable
Thursday 4/15/10 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
CEC’s – 0.6 ACE and 6.0 AFAA
When barefoot training meets strength, cardio and flexibility in one workout, fitness takes on a whole new meaning. Sole Synthesis is “simplicity through triplicity” … no fancy moves are used, just unique twists on foundational fitness moves to get you started. Then, the easy to follow fitness sequences are turned into dance inspired, ballet sculpting sequences for balance and strength challenges that will be new to you and your students. Finally, yoga inspired sequences will be sprinkled throughout to provide moving meditation in order to prepare for more. The idea is to simply use movements you’ve done for ages, without extra equipment, and redefine your expectations. You will experience a proactive workout rooted in functional training that will leave you strong, centered, and actively flexible. This session is an elevated functional training program that is deceptively challenging; take your shoes off and see what your SOLE can do! Sole Synthesis is also a fabulous stand alone fusion class that seamlessly blends creative movement sequences with mindful instruction for an incredible workout. The 6hr Instructor Training will focus on methods to combine various disciplines seamlessly within one class setting using the fundamental teaching techniques and primary concepts of Balletone. A basic overview of each of discipline’s uniqueness and theory will be reviewed and discussed along with how they can relate and complement one another (Balletone, Yoga and Fitness). Objectives will be introduced with a theoretical approach and reinforced through practical application. Skills and drills will allow the attendees to develop an understanding of how the educational elements of Balletone can be utilized to enhance group or one-on-one instruction regardless of the population or discipline being used. This workshop is designed for group exercise, Pilates and Yoga instructors, and possibly personal trainers. Manual Included! (Pricing includes the manual)
$129.00 before March 15 / $149.00 after March 15 (Pricing includes the manual)
Course #703
Bender Ball® Method Foundations
Leslee Bender
Thursday 4/15/10 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
CEC’s – ACE & AFAA available
This is the ground level course for both personal trainers and group fitness who want to become critical thinking instructors. Too many students are getting injured in core training due to lack of body awareness or previous injuries or poor exercise choices. Most students are not aware that in most core exercises they are only utilizing their hip flexors which become short and tight and lead to back pain. This dynamic course will lead you in the right direction of standing supine and seated core training like you have never experienced before
1. learn the ‘correct’ way to address your deep core muscles
2. learn the difference between the local, global and skeletal muscles and how they actually fire
3. learn what to look for in your client’s posture to transform the way in which they move
4. learn how to utilize scales to determine your clients imbalances
5. lean amazing partner exercises that you have never seen before
$145.00 before March 15 / $165.00 after March 15
Course #704
Christ Centered Yoga™ Introduction
Becky Martin
Wednesday 4/14/10 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
CEC’s – 0.7 ACE, 7.5 AFAA & 5 contact hours for Yoga Alliance
Join us as we learn how to share a Christ Centered Yoga™ class; a class that ministers to the whole person – the mind, body and spirit. Our goal is to draw the practitioner into a personal connection with Christ by studying God’s word and allowing its truth to lay the mental and spiritual foundation by which we add the physical practice of yoga. We discover the seven elements of a Christ Centered Yoga ™ class, the four components of prayer, the benefits of yoga, faith, and prayer on health, discuss pose form and alignment, practice cueing and review the modifications for the most common yoga poses. This teacher training workshop is open to students. People of all faiths warmly welcomed. Participants receive an Introduction to Christ Centered Yoga™ certificate of completion, cec’s from ACE and AFAA, Yoga Alliance contact hours and a CCY logo t-shirt (must register by early bird date to receive t-shirt at workshop).
$125.00 before March 15 / $145 after March 15
Course #705
Christ Centered Yoga™ Level 2 Training
Becky Martin
Thursday 4/15/10 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
CEC’s – 0.7 ACE, 7.5 AFAA & 5 contact hours for Yoga Alliance
This workshop is for anyone who has previously taken a Christ Centered Yoga™ Workshop and/or Teacher Training. We move deeper into both our yoga practice and our study of God’s word. From a physical perspective, we move from modified and root poses into variations that both challenge and enliven our practice, while honoring our body’s capabilities and limitations. From a spiritual and mental perspective, we discover tools that unpack God’s word and resources that allow us to personalize His truth and share them with others. This teacher training workshop is open to students. People of all faiths warmly welcomed. Participants will receive cec’s from ACE and AFAA as well as Yoga Alliance contact hours at the completion of the two day workshop. A Christ Centered Yoga™ Level 2 Certificate of Completion will be issued after finishing 7 “Serving Others” hours. Christ Centered Yoga™ Level 2 workshop attendees who complete their 7 “Serving Others” hours and who have their RYT distinction are eligible to receive their RCCYT (Registered Christ Centered Yoga™ Teacher) distinction.
$125.00 before March 15 / $145 after March 15
Course #706
Eating Essentials: Change Your Diet, Change Your Life
Teri Gentes
Thursday 4/15/10 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
CEC’s – pending
Eating is a Given! Knowing What to Eat and How to Cook is a Necessity
Statistics reveal 80% of diseases are related to diet and lifestyle. This full day session educates, empowers and enables you to improve your dietary habits with practical user friendly information delivered in a fun, educational, and inspiring ‘food focused’ atmosphere with actual ‘food prep’ demo’s and taste testing. Eating is essential and Natural Whole Foods Gourmet Nutritionist and cooking coach Teri Gentes shows you how to do it well and enjoy every bite. The Lineup includes:
Eating Habits: A Life or Death Practice; Nutrition Basics and…
Which foods are truly good for you? A journey of info, pkgs., labels, better options, new habits…
‘Where to start’ and how to transition to and sustain healthier habits from where you are now.
Breakfasts: Fast, Fun and Fabulous ideas for bought and ‘make it fast’ foods to fuel you with energy. Lunches to Love: The best of fast, healthy, easy lunches for home or ’to go’.
Divine Dinners: Easy, divine, delicious main meal ideas for fast and flavor-filled meals.
Snacks and Dessert: Snacks and desserts to sate appetites and cravings and overcome binging.
Dining Out /Celebrations: Enjoy eating out and still sustain your health focus with creative ordering.
Commercial Conveniences: Learn how to take familiar grocery and deli conveniences and infuse them with more flavor, fun and nourishment. FOOD ALLERGY ALERT (nuts, seeds, soy…)
$119.00 before March 15 / $139.00 after March 15
Course #707
Flirty Girl Fitness™: The Flirtification
Jenn Hall & Mindy Mylrea
Thursday 4/15/10 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
CEC’s: 0.6 ACE, 6.0 AFAA
Flirty Girl Fitness explodes on the fitness scene with outrageously unique and sexy classes to inspire woman to get fit, have fun and feel fabulous! Created by woman for woman, Flirty Girl Fitness classes are about providing woman – of all shapes, sizes and ages with a variety of effective fitness dance classes in a fun social environment. Our fun, easy to learn dance moves bring together the perfect combination of cardio and strength training while promoting positive body image, self-esteem, and confidence. The Flirtification will focus on teaching you how to lead a dynamic cardio-dance class consisting of a warm up, 6 amazingly fun cardio-dance routines devoted to toning the core, booty, and arms, and a fabulous Flirty Girl cool down. Your participants will be wowed by the improvement in their fitness level and sense of confidence they’ll develop in our full body workout disguised as a trendy dance routine – Dare yourself and your participants to be sexy, sassy and sensational! In this Instructor Training Workshop, you’ll learn all the skills you’ll need to Flirtify your group exercise schedule. Learn how to implement the Fun, Fit, and Fabulous Flirty Girl Phenomenon sweeping the nation!! Training Manual and certificate, Foundational Moves DVD, Flirty Girl Booty Beat DVD , Flirty Girl Booty Beat Advanced DVD, Flirty Girl Booty Beat Music CD are included in the price.
$169.00 before March 15 / $199.00 after March 15
Course #708
Pilatesstick® Foundations Workshop
Connie Borho
Thursday 4/15/10 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
CEC’s – 4.0 Peak
The Pilatesstick® is a suspension tool that attaches to a fixed object (door, bar, or wall) and works like a portable Pilates Reformer or Cadillac. It is an easy-to-use, effective tool that works like traditional Pilates equipment to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body—yet it’s completely portable and cost-effective. Suitable for Small Group Pilates Session and Personal Training Workouts, experience a set of unique exercises to add variety and challenge to your everyday routines.
$60.00 before March 15 / $80.00 after March 15
Course #709
Pilates Mind/Body Fundamentals
Connie Borho
Thursday 4/15/10 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
CEC’s – Peak 4.0, PMA 4.0
Fundamentals are subtle, yet powerful, teaching tools that encapsulate the essential building blocks of movement – alignment, efficient breathing and core control. Understand the biomechanics behind proper movement and develop strategies to teach your students to cultivate a deeper access to the mind body connection in order to stabilize the body for peak performance, elevate energy levels, improve focus, and control stress or discomfort. Experience exercises that will increase strength and efficiency, while decreasing injury potentials.
$60.00 before March 15 / $80.00 after March 15
Course #711
The Success Express: Launching and Running a Successful Fitness Business
Derrick Wilburn & Scott Colby
Thursday 4/15/10 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
CEC’s – ACSM 8, AEA 8, NSCA 8, NFPT submitted for 8 and pending, NSCF submitted for 8 and pending, YMCA accepts ACSM approved courses, NSPA accepts ACSM approved courses
Attend a day of Continuing Education Sessions that will help you launch your business, improve your skills and be successful in the fitness industry.
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – Fitness Business 101/What IS Marketing? – Wilburn
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Developing Private Studios – Wilburn
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Lunch on Your Own
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Start & Grow A 6 Figure Bootcamp Business – Colby
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Generating Clients through Business Networking & Referrals – Wilburn
3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Using Social Media to Grow Business – Colby
$159.00 before March 15 / $179.00 after March 15
The following Pre-Conference Events are being offered as part of the DCAC Fitness Education Conference, but you must register directly with the sponsoring companies for these courses. Please see below for the registration instructions.
NETA Group Exercise Certification Exam
Thursday 4/15/10 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Cathy O’Donnell
The NETA Group Exercise Instructor Certification is designed for individuals interested in teaching exercise in a group setting. NETA has the only NCCA Accredited Group
Exercise Certification that provides training. The curriculum and exams are continuously updated to stay on the cutting edge of the fitness industry. NETA provides the important foundation needed to become a successful instructor. The primary focus is safe and effective teaching practices. Certification is valid for two years.
Topics include:
•Anatomy, Kinesiology, Physiology & Nutrition
• Cueing, Choreography, Communication & Music Skills
• Safe Exercise Evaluation
Passing the NETA Group Exercise Instructor Certification exam demonstrates to potential employers that you have obtained the fundamental knowledge required to become a successful instructor. NETA provides extensive learning and exam preparation materials to make learning efficient, effective and enjoyable.
Recommended Materials:
NETA Fitness Professional’s Manual
This complete guide is essential to prepare you for the Group Exercise Instructor and the Personal Trainer Certifications. Comprehensive, yet user-friendly, this manual includes everything you need to know to pass the certification exam: Anatomy, Kinesiology, Physiology, Exercise Programming, Health & Fitness Assessments, Nutrition — and more. Nearly 300 pages. Item #125 • $45 (Purchase 45 days in advance.)
Group Exercise Instructor Study Guide & Practice Exam 50 questions. Item #26 • $25
Practical Skills For Group Exercise Great study tool – Item #901 • $79
Fees – DCAC Fitness Conference Rate: $199 Standard $249
To Register – Visit www.netafit.org or call 800-237-6242
NETA Personal Trainer Certification Exam
Wednesday 4/14/10 8: 00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. & Thursday 4/15/10 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Jon Giese
CEC’s – 14 NETA, 1.4 ACE, 11 AFAA
The NETA NCCA Accredited Certified Personal Trainer Certification is designed for trainers who wish to instruct clients individually or in small groups. Becoming NETA certified can be an important stride in becoming recognized as a competent fitness professional. NETA certified personal trainers learn how to safely challenge and motivate clients to reach their fitness goals. The curriculum and exams are continuously updated to stay on the cutting edge of the fitness industry. Certification is valid for two years.
Topics include:
• Exercise Science
• Health & Fitness Assessments
• Exercise Programming for Healthy Adults
• Exposure to Cardiovascular & Strength Training Equipment
• Dynamics of Communication & Leadership Skills
Attaining the NETA NCCA accredited, Personal Trainer Certification demonstrates to potential employers your commitment to the profession.
Attend a 2-day exam preparation workshop and receive 14 hours of lecture, demonstrations and practical hands-on applications. Workshop participants gain the technical knowledge and leadership skills needed to implement effective, motivational and safe exercise programming for clients. NETA provides extensive learning and exam preparation materials to make Learning efficient, effective and enjoyable.
Recommended Materials:
NETA Fitness Professional’s Manual This complete guide is essential to prepare you for the Group Exercise Instructor and the Personal Trainer Certifications. Comprehensive, yet user-friendly, this manual includes everything you need to know to pass the certification exam:
Anatomy, Kinesiology, Physiology, Exercise Programming, Health & Fitness Assessments, Nutrition and more. Nearly 300 pages. Item #125 • $45 (Purchase 45 days in advance.)
Personal Trainer Study Guide & Practice Exam 50 questions. Item #16 • $25
Personal Trainer Exam Prep DVD Set Complete live workshop presentation is great for aspiring and seasoned personal trainers. This set is designed to work in conjunction with the NETA Fitness Professional’s Manual for preparation to take NETA’s NCCA Accredited National Personal Trainer Certification Exam. The 4-disc DVD set includes: Power Point Lecture,
75 Practical Exercises, Live Workshop Presentation. Item #150 • $99
Pre-requisite:
Proof of current CPR or provide proof after workshop to receive certificate.
Fees – DCAC Fitness Conference Rate: $349 Standard $399
To Register – Visit www.netafit.org or call 800-237-6242
Spinning® Instructor Orientation
Jeff Krabiel
Thursday 4/15/10 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
CEC’s – 8.0 AFAA
Become one of the world’s most sought-after fitness instructors—a certified Spinning® Instructor. This 9-hour orientation is your first step. Topics include bike setup, the five core movements, three hand positions, choosing music, creating a 40-minute Spinning journey, safety considerations, teaching techniques, Spinning philosophy, heart rate training and a three-phase instructor training program. After completing this orientation, you will be qualified to teach the Spinning program at any official Spinning center throughout the world. Certification will be awarded after completing the self-paced instructor-training program and successfully passing the assessment. Please bring a heart rate monitor, water bottle, energy food, towel, clothes for two rides, bike shorts, stiff-soled shoes and a pen or pencil. There will be a lunch break mid-day. Registration fee includes the Spinning Instructor Manual, a one-year SPIN membership and a certificate of completion. A certified instructor card will be issued upon successful completion of the assessment.
Fee – $325 (plus shipping and handling for course materials)
To register by phone call 800.847.SPIN (7746) or 310.823.7008.
To register online visit www.spinning.com.
Spinning® The INFINITE Ride
Josh Taylor
Thursday 4/15/10 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
CEC’s – 2 STAR Points
Imagine yourself in a darkened space filled with sweaty riders…swaths of deep tribal rhythms, powerful beats, and mind-blowing bass thunder out across the crowd, locking them into a pace of INFINITE mind-body connection, that only a Spinning journey of this kind can evoke. Energy-lifting vocals and shimmering strings intertwined with challenging dream roads will be expertly thrown into the mix. Josh Taylor will take you on the 2-hour journey that will leave you feeling limitless and alive! Let your senses become more enlightened as you go internal, and ride with no boundaries. It’s time to get ready for the next epic Ride!
Fee: $75 (15% discount for SPIN® members)
To register by phone call 800.847.SPIN (7746) or 310.823.7008.
To register online visit www.spinning.com.
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