Virtual Fall Fitness Forum 2025
Virtual Fall Fitness Forum October 10-12, 2025
Join Us Online for NETA’s Fall Fitness Forum!
Get ready for a high-energy, results-driven weekend at one of the most dynamic events in the fitness industry!
NETA’s Fall Fitness Forum brings the excitement of in-person training straight to your screen with LIVE, interactive sessions led by elite presenters. Earn continuing education credits, gain specialty certifications, and connect with fitness professionals from across the country—all from the comfort of your home.
Whether you’re looking to grow your skill set, explore new specialties, or stay current in a fast-evolving industry, this event offers something for everyone. Choose individual sessions or bundle multiple for maximum value and impact.
Learn. Connect. Get Inspired.
Register today and take your fitness career to the next level!
Most sessions provide NETA and ACE CECs including new workshops featuring: Healthy Aging, AI in PT, Building Psychological Safety in the Fitness Studio, Yoga and Cognitive Health, Mobility with Stability, Identifying and Addressing RED-S and Disordered Eating, and Exercise and Parkinson’s.
Space is limited…register early!
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Friday, October 10
Exercise programming for older adults holds the number three spot in trending fitness topics for 2025. Maintaining an active, independent lifestyle is a crucial component of extending the quantity and enhancing the quality of one’s years. Working with clients and participants to improve quality of life in later years begins long before they reach retirement age. This one-hour workshop will look at current research regarding healthy aging, including how fitness professionals can influence clients and participants to take care of their physical, mental, and cognitive health from their 20’s to their 90’s.
Presenter: Darci Revier is currently NETA’s Director of Education. She obtained her doctorate in Health Science and Exercise Leadership from
California University of Pennsylvania and holds certifications through the NSCA, ACE, NASM, and USAW. She began working in fitness, nutrition and health promotion with members of the United States Marine Corps in 2008, has been presenting for NETA since 2015, and joined NETA’s team full time in 2018. Follow Darci on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/darcijo04/Â
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom conference meeting.
Fee: $29Â
Credits: 1 NETA, 0.1 ACE
Worried about a robot replacing you at the gym? With the influx of artificial intelligent-programming spanning nearly every industry, the fitness world has been no exception. This one-hour workshop will examine current trends and technology regarding AI in personal training, to include proposed benefits and limitations, and how fitness professionals can harness the power of technology to elevate their careers.
Presenter: Darci Revier is currently NETA’s Director of Education. She obtained her doctorate in Health Science and Exercise Leadership from California University of Pennsylvania and holds certifications through the NSCA, ACE, NASM, and USAW. She began working in fitness, nutrition and health promotion with members of the United States Marine Corps in 2008, has been presenting for NETA since 2015, and joined NETA’s team full time in 2018. Follow Darci on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/darcijo04/
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $29
Credits: 1 NETA, 0.1 ACE
Love Pilates, but lacking a reformer? Wall Pilates is a reformer-based Pilates workout utilizing body weight the resistance of the wall to tone muscle and improve flexibility. A review of the basic principles of Pilates will be put into practical application on the wall, with discussion on essential equipment and space for setup, programming of an appropriate warm-up and cool-down, and safe and effective modifications for special populations.
Presenter: Cathy O’Donnell started teaching group fitness in 1991. She is an ACE Certified Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer and a STOTT Trained Pilates Instructor. Cathy has been a National Presenter for NETA since 2006. In 2010, She began leading Laughter Yoga sessions and is now a Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher, training others to spread health and hilarity. Cathy believes in life-long learning and loves to share her passion for movement with people. 
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $89
Credits: 3 NETA, 0.3 ACE
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: Dr. Cayla McAvoy is a graduate of Indiana University (Go Hoosiers!) who earned her B.S. in Kinesiology and then M.S. in Exercise Physiology from the University of Central Florida. Cayla earned her Ph.D. in Public Health Sciences from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2023 and currently is a physical activity researcher. She is an ACSM- Certified Exercise Physiologist, NETA Group Fitness Instructor, and 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher. Cayla has always had a passion for fitness and is continuously inspired and motivated to help others lead a healthy lifestyle. 
Follow Cayla on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/caymc/ Â
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $89
Credits: 3 NETA, 0.3 ACE
Mobility with Stability: Pilates-based Fundamentals for Yoga Practitioners and All Movers is for anyone seeking improved posture and freedom of movement. A hands-on approach of using fundamental Pilates exercises applied to specific yoga poses will provide participants with movements to balance strength and length with mobility and stability, with variations and modifications provided.
Presenter: Cynthia Adams is a Yoga Alliance E-RYTâ 500 as well as a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP), and holds a Masters degree in Choreography and Performance from the University of California. Cynthia works in the kinesiology department of Iowa State University as a teaching professor of dance. 
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $29
Credits: 1 NETA, 0.1 ACE
Fitness professionals may not be therapists or psychologists, but they play an important role in the mental health and wellbeing of their clientele. Trauma from one-time or ongoing events is prevalent and impacts all of us. Collectively, our sense of belonging, connection and safety have been threatened with Covid-19, racial violence, political upheaval, global uncertainty and environmental disasters, and numerous studies have demonstrated that exercise is vital to our mental health, not just physical health. Group fitness classes should be stress-reducing, and a healthy haven from outside stressors, and becoming trauma-informed is the beginning of an awareness journey as a socially responsible fitness practitioner. This workshop will provide practical ways to apply diversity, equity and inclusion principles and create a space of psychological safety for fitness class participants.
Presenter:Â Rachel Frost holds a Master of Arts degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, in addition to being a NETA-Certified Group Exercise Instructor and Wellness Coach. Rachel currently works as a senior talent development specialist at Amplifon, a global hearing health care company, and has over 20 years experience instructing and developing training programs. She is deeply committed to promoting holistic wellness and fostering a trauma-informed approach as a way to enhance psychological safety in learning environments. 
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $53
Credits: 2 NETA, 0.2 ACE
Saturday, October 11
NETA’s intensive Yoga Foundations blended learning specialty certification includes a two components: a self-paced online module and a live instructor-led clinic.  Participants must complete the Yoga Foundations online module prior to attending the live, 6-hour pose clinic.
The online module provides a practical and interactive experience in teaching beginner yoga formats through learning the basics of class formatting, yoga history and exploration of the 8 limbs, anatomy and physiology of the nervous and respiratory systems, and how to encourage and motivate your participants through verbal refinements and inclusive cuing. The required pose clinic breaks down 20 foundational poses, focusing on alignment, safety, variations, and breathing, equipping participants to sequence and lead a beginning-level yoga class.
This specialty certification will provide two sample beginning yoga classes as well as time for practice all led by an experienced yoga teacher. Yoga Foundations is the first required course for NETA’s 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program or it can be taken as a stand-alone Specialty Certification.
Please note that BOTH the 14-hour Yoga Foundations online module AND the 6-hour Yoga Foundations pose clinic must be completed, along with an open-note online exam in order to receive the specialty certificate and 20 continuing education credits.
*Yoga Foundations can be taken as a stand-alone specialty certification and/or can be taken as part of the 200 Hour Yoga Program approved by Yoga Alliance.
Presenter: Jennifer Turpin Stanfield is a professor in the Department of Health and Human Performance at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio. She received her master’s degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from The Ohio State University. She is a certified Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine and a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (E-RYT 200). She also holds the NETA-PT and ACE-GFI credentials. She is passionate about helping others pursue better health and wellness through the adoption of positive health behaviors. 
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $449
Credits: 20 NETA, 2.0 ACE
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: Deanna Reiter started coaching in 1996 and became certified as a personal trainer in 2004. She has a B.S. and Master’s degree, and her certifications include: USATF Coach, ACE Personal Trainer, Group Exercise, Pilates, Yoga, BOSU and Kettlebell. She has been a master trainer with NETA since 2005. Deanna has written many NETA home study programs including: Dancing with Divinity, Movement through the Chakras, Running A to Z and the Ultimate Guide to Wellness.
Fee: $449
Credits: 14 NETA, 1.3 ACE
In this 1-day, NETA Specialty Certification you will learn the fundamentals necessary to design safe and effective multi-level Barre Connect classes. Leave with a deep understanding of the science, technique, and 4 main components behind Barre Connect. Discover how to connect the components of Ballet & Dance Technique, Yoga Postures, Functional Strength Exercises, and Cardiovascular Training to create a FUN, total body workout.
Upon completion of the workshop and the online examination, you will earn the NETA Specialty Certificate as a Barre Connect instructor.
Equipment Requirements
Participants must have access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom conference meeting, to include webcam capabilities.
Fee: $299Â
Credits: 8 NETA, 0.8 ACE
Pilates has been a tried-and-true exercise format since its induction in 1920’s, seeing boosts in popularity throughout history. 2023 brought a huge resurgence in Pilates as the format consistently provides a low-impact, challenging means of improving physical and mental health while reducing risk of injury and developing physical asthetic and a strong foundation for complex movements. Due to these proposed benefits and its low-impact, scaleable nature, Pilates is an ideal form of exercise for older adults seeking to maintain strength, mobility, and independence. This three-hour workshop will identify and adapt the principles of Pilates for an older crowd, modifying exercises for a chair-based workout appropriate for all levels.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $89
Credits: 3 NETA, 0.3 ACE
Yoga practice has long been recognized as a means of improving mindfulness, but the benefits of yoga on the brain extend beyond a mind-body connection. A growing body of research points to yoga as a means of enhancing mental clarity and focus; increasing cognitive function; and improving attention, memory, and overall cognitive processing. Further, yoga has been shown to improve executive function and working memory in older adults and support neuroplasticity and brain health in aging individuals. This three-hour workshop will dive into the research surrounding yoga and cognitive function, identifying specific practices that may be incorporated into class programming to support the brain health of participants of all ages and stages of life.
Yoga and Cognitive Health is NOT a part of the NETA 200 Hour Yoga Program curriculum, and may only be used for continuing education credits.
Presenter: Susie Supper has been in the fitness industry since 1987. Jobs include fitness instructor, personal trainer, program director, education director and a national fitness presenter. I have a BS degree in Exercise Science/Pre-Physical Therapy and a master’s in Management and Leadership. I love working with clients and helping them become stronger and more functional in every aspect of their lives through exercise and movement. When not sharing my passion of fitness with others, I enjoy traveling and hiking, playing pickleball, walking my dogs and spending time with my
husband and adult children.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $89
Credits: 3 NETA
This presentation will explore the identification and management of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and disordered eating in active individuals. Attendees will gain insight into how low energy availability and restrictive eating behaviors can impact both physical and mental health, affecting performance, recovery, and overall well-being. The session will cover key signs and symptoms of RED-S, assessment tools for early detection, and evidence-based nutrition strategies to promote energy balance and a positive relationship with food. Emphasizing a holistic, multidisciplinary approach, this presentation will equip fitness professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to support the comprehensive health of their clients, creating a healthier and more sustainable active lifestyle.
Presenter: Krissy Lines is a Registered Sports Dietician and a NASM Certified Personal Trainer. She holds a Master of Science degree in Human Nutrition, a Board Certification as a Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), and is pursuing a Doctor of Health Science and Exercise Leadership degree (DHSc) from Pennsylvania Western University with an anticipated completion in 2025. Krissy is currently the Lead Performance Dietitian and Trainer at UCSD Health. 
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $29
Credits: 1 NETA, 0.1 ACE
This presentation provides exercise professionals with essential knowledge of Parkinson’s disease (PD) and practical strategies to safely and effectively design exercise programs for people with Parkinson’s. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of Parkinson’s symptoms, the benefits of exercise, and how to modify workouts for varying abilities. The session will also cover specialized PD training programs for exercise professionals to improve collaboration and continuity of care with healthcare professionals.
Presenter: Jennifer Larsen is a certified athletic trainer and holds a Master of Exercise Science degree from California University of Pennsylvania. She is pursuing a Doctor of Health Science and Exercise Leadership degree (DHSc) from Pennsylvania Western University (formerly California University of Pennsylvania) with an anticipated completion in 2025. She currently works for Baysic Fitness, providing in-home health and exercise programming for clients, primarily those living with Parkinson’s. 
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $29
Credits: 1 NETA, 0.1 ACE
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: Susie Supper has been in the fitness industry since 1987. Jobs include fitness instructor, personal trainer, program director, education director and a national fitness presenter. I have a BS degree in Exercise Science/Pre-Physical Therapy and a master’s in Management and Leadership. I love working with clients and helping them become stronger and more functional in every aspect of their lives through exercise and movement. When not sharing my passion of fitness with others, I enjoy traveling and hiking, playing pickleball, walking my dogs and spending time with my husband and adult children.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $89
Credits: 3 NETA, 0.3 ACE
Optimize your ability to enhance participants’ Metabolic conditioning, Strength and Stability, and Recovery with minimal equipment and access to a wall. A break-down of the use of medicine balls, stability balls, and tennis balls will be provided, with practical examples on incorporating each into a fusion-style workout, leveraging body positioning to create an effective, individualized workout in a group setting. Leave your participants feeling stimulated, strong, and supple with just three simple balls!
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $89
Credits: 3 NETA, 0.3 ACE
Sunday, October 12
NETA’s Nutrition Coach Specialty Certification is for group exercise instructors and personal trainers seeking to further their profession by providing quality nutrition education and behavioral change strategies to clients and participants. The workshop will include an in-depth look at the essential nutrients and how they are utilized, a review of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, an overview of dietary supplements, and tips for influencing participants toward healthier eating habits, to include motivational interviewing strategies, all while staying within scope of practice. Upon completion of the workshop and online exam, participants will earn the NETA Specialty Certification of a Nutrition Coach.
Presenter: Susie Supper has been in the fitness industry since 1987. Jobs include fitness instructor, personal trainer, program director, education director and a national fitness presenter. I have a BS degree in Exercise Science/Pre-Physical Therapy and a master’s in Management and Leadership. I love working with clients and helping them become stronger and more functional in every aspect of their lives through exercise and movement. When not sharing my passion of fitness with others, I enjoy traveling and hiking, playing pickleball, walking my dogs and spending time with my husband and adult children.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $299
Credits: 8 NETA, 0.8 ACE
In this workshop, we’ll mix Barre combinations off the bike with indoor cycling that will be sure to chisel the whole body! You’ll discover how to create the perfect barre & cycling combinations for your participants that will challenge their cardiorespiratory system, build strength, and keep participants flexible. Check out how the two of these formats fuse together perfectly!
Presenter: Cathy O’Donnell started teaching group fitness in 1991. She is an ACE Certified Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer and a STOTT Trained Pilates Instructor. Cathy has been a National Presenter for NETA since 2006. In 2010, She began leading Laughter Yoga sessions and is now a Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher, training others to spread health and hilarity. Cathy believes in life-long learning and loves to share her passion for movement with people.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this Online Workshop must have access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom conference meeting.
Fee: $89
Credits: 3 NETA. 0.3 ACE
Looking to take your Pilates practice up a notch? Wall Pilates with Equipment goes beyond the Principles of Wall Pilates, guiding participants through an exhilarating workout with classic foundational Pilates exercises with the use of the wall and equipment. This class contains exercises to help you advance into more challenging exercises, with the optional assistance of a band, a Bender ball, foam roller and a stability ball. This three-hour workshop encourages supple mobility throughout the spine while simultaneously building strength in the arms, shoulders, abdominals and back, testing control, precision, and coordination. Get ready to build a deep connection in your core and perfect your Pilates technique!
Presenter: Jennifer Turpin Stanfield is a professor in the Department of Health and Human Performance at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio. She received her master’s degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from The Ohio State University. She is a certified Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine and a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (E-RYT 200). She also holds the NETA-PT and ACE-GFI credentials. She is passionate about helping others pursue better health and wellness through the adoption of positive health behaviors.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $89
Credits: 3 NETA, 0.3 ACE
Each year, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Health and Fitness Trends Workgroup surveys professionals across the exercise science and fitness industry to identify the top 20 trends shaping the field. These trends serve as tools for guiding program development, staff training, and strategic planning across the health and fitness sector. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore the results of the annual ACSM Worldwide Fitness Trends Survey, gaining valuable insights in the current and emerging forces driving change in the field.Â
Participants will:
- Examine how the 2025 trends compare to previous years and what these shifts reveal about the evolving priorities of fitness consumers and professionals.
- Learn how to differentiate between enduring trends and short-lived fads—and why that distinction matters.
- Discover actionable strategies for applying trends data to the design and delivery of effective, evidence-based exercise programming.
- Discuss the broader implications of the 2026 trends on the health, wellness, and allied healthcare industries, including opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.
Join us for this forward-thinking session and walk away with insights that will inform your planning, energize your programming, and align your services with where the industry is heading next.
Presenter: Jennifer Turpin Stanfield is a professor in the Department of Health and Human Performance at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio. She received her master’s degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from The Ohio State University. She is a certified Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine and a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (E-RYT 200). She also holds the NETA-PT and ACE-GFI credentials. She is passionate about helping others pursue better health and wellness through the adoption of positive health behaviors.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $89
Credits: 3 NETA
Pickleball has emerged as a increasingly popular sport in recent years, with participants ranging from kids, to young adults, to active older adults. This workshop will identify the social, physical, and cognitive benefits of practicing this sport, along with exercises and conditioning drills to enhance performance in the activity. Whether you’re just learning the sport, or seeking to level up your playing, this active workshop is for you!
Presenter:Cathy O’Donnell started teaching group fitness in 1991. She is an ACE Certified Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer and a STOTT Trained Pilates Instructor. Cathy has been a National Presenter for NETA since 2006. In 2010, She began leading Laughter Yoga sessions and is now a Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher, training others to spread health and hilarity. Cathy believes in life-long learning and loves to share her passion for movement with people.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $89
Credits: 3 NETA, 0.3 ACE
Why choose NETA?
Accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), which is governed by the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE), NETA upholds the highest standards in credentialing. ICE, established in 1987, is a pioneer in establishing quality benchmarks for credentialing organizations.
With over 47 years of experience, NETA has empowered more than 160,000 fitness professionals through hands-on training, personalized attention, exceptional customer service, and meticulously crafted certification exams.
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