The training is available to instructors, personal trainers and cycle enthusiasts who would like to learn more about indoor cycling. To be able to teach indoor cycling, certificate three or four in fitness is required. A current first aid level 2 and CPR certificate is also required. Is the course suitable for personal trainers and experienced instructors?
Personal trainers and experienced trainers can take their training to another level by learning how to become a cycle coach. The certification covers important information such as basic training and advanced training, technique, correct cycling cadence for road cycling and the pedal stroke which can be used to train a client for road cycling. How long does the training take?
The training takes one full day, a minimum of seven hours. To receive accreditation it is important that the entire course is completed. Unfortunately we cannot allow any participant to arrive late or leave early. What do I need to bring?
Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start time. Bring along pen and paper, water, towel, energy drinks, snacks, food requirements (as lunch is not provided), a change of warm clothes, two sets of workout gear, a heart rate monitor if you have one, cycle padded shorts and stiff soled shoes make the ride more comfortable if you have them. If you own cycle shoes and pedals please bring them along.
How much does the course cost?
The price in Australian dollars is $225.00 including GST. 6 CEC's
The program offers 6 CEC's and 2 PDP's and is a registered indoor cycling course for Australia. Registered with Fitness Australia and Kinect Vicfit.
(There is a part two to the certification course which can be done at any time if you require additional ideas. The pat two runs for three hours 3 CEC's $125 including GST.it is only open to instructors who have completed level 1 certification)
I have never participated in a cycle class, can I still participate in this course?
Of course! The certification is suitable for beginner to the advanced and is delivered in a supportive learning environment.
Is there a lot of cycling in the course?
The course is delivered in a supportive learning environment, we are not here to test your fitness, we are here to educate you to be an indoor cycling instructor. Yes we do cycle but it is achievable.
After the course, when can I start teaching?
You can start teaching immediately. You may prefer to practice or you may like to teach the very next day. You will certainly have enough information, experience and class templates to teach.
Do you offer in house training for personal training studios and fitness centres?
We offer in house training for many fitness chains, all we require is a minimum of ten participants and we bring the certification to you at a time that is convenient to you. We can offer all four cycle programs for your staff; the seven hour certification is a great way to ensure that all instructors are up to date with the latest information. It also offers consistency in your group cycling programs and ensures all instructors are following occupational health and safety procedures. The advanced three hour program is a great way to revise safety guidelines, team building, bike positioning, technique and of course get enthused with new ideas and training programs. The three hour is recommended for instructors who are experienced and fully certified indoor cyclists.
E-mail: info@cycleexcel.com