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Fit Fest Derby KS 2027

Derby Recreation Center

March 5-7, 2027

 

NETA’s Fit Fest is coming to Derby Recreation Center and we want you there too!

Get ready to energize your passion for fitness at NETA’s Fit Fest—a dynamic, hands-on event designed for fitness professionals who want to learn, connect, and grow. Hosted by Derby Recreation Center, this exciting experience brings together top educators, innovative workshops, and the latest trends in exercise science, group fitness, and personal training.

Whether you’re looking to earn continuing education credits, refine your coaching skills, or expand your professional network, Fit Fest delivers an inspiring environment that blends education with movement. From high-energy workouts to practical lectures you can immediately apply, you’ll leave feeling motivated, empowered, and ready to elevate your impact in the fitness industry.

Join us at Fit Fest and take your career to the next level—because great trainers never stop learning.

 

 

 

 

Space is limited…register early!

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Friday, March 5, 2027

3-Hour Workshop

Senior Power: 3:00pm—6:00pm CST

Should and can older adults perform power training? YES! Power training is essential for maintaining activities of daily living and enhance functional capacity in older adults. In this workshop, you’ll learn all the critical aspects of a safe and effective functional power program for older adults, including equipment, technique, moves, and contraindications. POWER up your seniors!

Presenter: TBD

Fee: $89

Credits: 3 NETA

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Saturday, March 6, 2027

1-day Certification

Menopause Specialty: 8:00am–5:00pm CST

It’s estimated that by the year 2030, 1.2 billion women worldwide will be in or post-menopause, with 47 million women entering this demographic each year. 85% of women report problematic symptoms associated with menopause, affecting mental and physical health, and altering the body’s response to diet and exercise. NETA’s Menopause Specialty Certification is designed for fitness instructors interested in enhancing their services to address the unique fitness and wellness needs of women experiencing menopause. Created and taught by Jennifer Kramer, MA, a NETA national presenter, NBH Wellness Coach and Certified Menopause Specialist, this innovative workshop will equip participants to better understand and reach this growing demographic of women.

Presenter: TBD

Fee: $299

Credits: 8 NETA, 0.8 ACE

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2-Day Certifications (Saturday & Sunday)

Personal Trainer Certification Review: Saturday 8:00am—5:00pm & Sunday 8:00am -4:00pm CST

Upgrade your personal trainer exam preparation with NETA’s comprehensive workshop experience! Beyond just self-study, our program offers a dynamic 2-Day Personal Trainer Certification Review Workshop led by seasoned NETA educators.

First, immerse yourself in NETA’s recommended study materials to build a strong foundation. Then, join us for two days of intensive learning, featuring 14 hours of interactive lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities. Led by our highly qualified national presenters, this workshop is designed to refine your exam preparations and enhance your skills.

During the workshop, you’ll delve into essential topics such as exercise science, communication skills, exercise programming, and health assessments. Through live demonstrations and practical applications, you’ll gain invaluable insights into one-on-one training techniques.

As the culmination of the workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to sit for the NCCA-Accredited personal trainer certification exam, administered by an independent proctor on the final day.

To maximize your success, we recommend dedicating sufficient time and effort to self-directed study before attending the workshop or attempting the examination—typically around 30-45 days. Recommended study materials sold separately.

Elevate your preparation and embark on your personal trainer journey with confidence—join NETA’s workshop today!

To successfully prepare, NETA recommends that candidates devote an appropriate amount of time (e.g., at least 30-45 days) and effort to self-directed study prior to attempting the examination.

Presenter:TBD

Fee: $599

Credits: 14 NETA

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Pilates Mat Specialty: Saturday 8:00am–5:00pm and Sunday 8:00am-2:00pm CST

Each year, the popularity of Pilates grows as more people become aware of the incredible benefits of this unique form of exercise. If you always wanted to learn how to teach Pilates but never knew where to learn the tools necessary to be an effective and knowledgeable instructor, NETA has the answer.

This specialty workshop not only introduces the fundamental principles of Pilates, but teaches you how to apply them through 33 different exercises. In addition to the fundamental principles of core stabilization and posture alignment as they apply to basic Pilates mat work, you’ll also learn effective ways of cuing, correcting form and applying modifications.

Presenter:TBD

Fee: $499

Credits: 14 NETA, 1.3 ACE

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3-Hour Workshop

Pilates Reformer on the Floor: 8:00am—11:00am CST

Experience the enjoyment without the extra load! Explore the essence of Pilates Reformer exercises brought to the mat with the incorporation of small equipment like balls, bands, and weights. This workshop caters to individuals with a solid grasp of Pilates principles and foundational mat exercises. While previous Reformer experience is beneficial, it is not a prerequisite.

Presenter:TBD

Fee: $89

Credits: 3 NETA, 0.3 ACE

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Class Choreography: Sequencing for Strength: 12:00pm—3:00pm CST

Are you (and your participants) over the basics of the grapevine and step-touch? Although many group-fitness formats have transitioned away from traditional step aerobics, classes choreographed to music still hold status as a means of generating excitement and motivation in a class, with licensed strength-based formats remaining highly popular to dedicated fans. This three-hour workshop will teach you the basics of choreographing strength-based classes to music, emphasizing sequencing skills that will develop a highly effective, well-rounded class that leaves participants well-worked but wanting more!

Presenter:TBD

Fee: $89

Credits: 3 NETA, 0.3 ACE

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Sunday, March 7, 2027

1-day Certification

Senior Fitness Specialty: 8:00am—3:00pm CST

Meet the growing demand for fitness classes geared specifically for active older adults! NETA’s new Senior Fitness Specialty certification is designed for fitness professionals wanting tools to safely and effectively train and teach the older adult population.

In this foundational course, you’ll master exercise selection principles for chronic conditions, practice fall prevention techniques, learn functional fitness assessment protocols, and discuss ways to best communicate with senior class participants. This course will improve your professional adaptability and help unlock your career potential.

Upon completion of the workshop and the online examination, you will earn the NETA Specialty Certificate as a Senior Fitness instructor.

Presenter: TBD

Fee: $299

Credits: 7 NETA. 0.7 ACE

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3-Hour Workshop

Exercise and Orthopedic : 8:00am—11:00am CST

Fitness professional working with an older adult population face unique programming challenges when working around orthopedic issues associated with aging. This workshop will provide a breakdown of common orthopedic conditions to include rotator cuff and shoulder impingement, postural changes and neck and back pain, hip and knee replacements, meniscus tears, and plantar fasciitis. Exercise recommendations for management of the conditions and prevention of future injury will be provided, with hands-on application and case scenarios.

Presenter:TBD

Fee: $89

Credits: 3 NETA

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NCCA Accredited Certifications

Why choose NETA?

NETA is one of just a few certifying agencies in the fitness industry that offers NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies) accredited Group Exercise Instructor certification (NETA-CGEI) and Personal Trainer certification (NETA-CPT) programs.

The National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) is the accreditation body of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE). ICE, established in 1987, is the leader in setting quality standards for credentialing organizations.

Over the past 45 years NETA has provided over 160,000 fitness professionals with hands-on training, individualized attention, superior customer service, and well designed certification exams.

SPACE IS LIMITED…REGISTER EARLY!

This is an exciting year for NETA, as we continue to develop new, innovative, progressive programs that keep you on the cutting edge of our industry. NETA Fit Fest only happens once a year per area, so check now — and don’t miss it.

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