Fitness Instructor-In-Training
We offer a 10-week training course that teaches students the knowledge and skills to become group exercise instructors. Candidates must have experience participating in group exercise classes, an interest in exercise science, and be able to count music. Significant out-of-class practice is required. Auditions to become a SMU Group X instructor are held at the end of every Fitness Instructor-In-Training course; instructor opportunities are contingent on passing the ACE or AFAA instructor certification.
Course Information:
- Course runs September through November (fall) and February through April (spring).
- Class meets Monday and Wednesday from 3:30pm - 5:30pm (subject to change).
- Course cost: $75 (non-SMU students $150).
- 100% attendance of the course is mandatory.
- All participants are asked to take 3-5 group exercise classes per week.
- This course does not guarantee you spot on SMU's group exercise schedule but does give you preference over other instructors.
- E-mail groupX@smu.edu to receive the course application.
For additional information about SMU Fitness, please contact Kelly Richards at 214-768-4824 or krichards@smu.edu.