WHAT DOES A FITNESS INSTRUCTOR DO?

• group fitness programs such as aerobic or spin classes
• works as a fitness coach/consultant developing personalized programs for clients

WHAT DO I NEED TO START?

• entering grade 11 or 12
• good employability and people skills
• strong interest in entering industry
• physical fitness and good health

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

• 20 graduation credits
• up to 120 hours of work experience
• excellent preparation for those interested in pursuing careers in kinesiology, physiotherapy and sports medicine
• building connections with industry employers
• industry certification as a Weight Training Instructor and a Health & Wellness Practitioner
• CPRand Emergency First Aid certification
• Fitness Leader recognition with BC Recreation and Parks Association
• Canadian Fitness Education Services (CFES) Fitness Theory and Weight Training Instructor certification
• credit for Douglas College course: conditioning for Sport & Physical Activity (SPSC 1103)
• transition to Douglas College with an option for 2-year diploma or Sports Science degree
• decreased post-secondary tuition costs
• scholarship opportunities

WHEN AND WHERE IS THE PROGRAM OFFERED?

• Burnaby South Secondary School: mornings
• attend current school in afternoons to complete other courses

Please note that for the 2021-2022 School year, all Burnaby Schools will be running on a semestered system. This change will impact the schedules of our programs. See below for the current schedule:

• Burnaby South Semester 1, Full Time
• Work Experience Semester 1 and 2

HOW DO I REGISTER?

• submit an application package
• participate in an interview