Virtual Fit Fest February 15-21, 2021
Experience Fit Fest online! Get ready for one of the most fun, exciting, intense, and rewarding weekends in the fitness industry!
Thank you to Normandale Community College for being a long-time host of NETA’s Fit Fest. Due to COVID-19 our live Fit Fest event is cancelled. We look forward to returning to campus in 2021.
Have you always wanted to attend a Fit Fest but never had one in your area? Take advantage of our first VIRTUAL Fit Fest and earn continuing education credits and specialty certifications with LIVE interactive sessions from the safety of your home. Bring our team of top-notch presenters to your living room as you share ideas and learn from fitness professionals from across the country. NETA’s Fit Fest events bring fitness professionals together from all over the region to obtain their certifications, advance their careers with new specialty areas, earn CEC’s, connect with their peers, and leave feeling energized and excited. Register for a single session or multiple sessions as needed to achieve your goals and make maximum impact.
Most sessions provide NETA, ACE, AFAA and (NASM 3 hour CECs Only) , including new workshops featuring: Intermediate Group Cycle, Body Weight Bootcamp, Ketosis and the Endurance Athlete, Advanced Pilates, Nutrition Coach and Senior Fitness Connect. Space is limited…register early!
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Monday, February 15
Exercise is critically important to both our physical AND our mental health and is something we all need now more than ever. Virtual fitness classes are a great way to keep participants fit, safe, and connected. Learn how to take your classes beyond the gym, coaching and teaching from the comfort and safety of your home and theirs. Topics will include best practices for hosting virtual workouts, selecting an online platform, equipment options and set-up, scheduling tools, and tips from virtual fitness pros!
Fee: $24
Credits: 1 NETA
It’s estimated that one-third of participants in a mainstream yoga class have experienced significant trauma. In this workshop, yoga’s effects on the autonomic nervous system will be examined, as well as recommended practices and contraindicated positions. Class and instructor considerations will also be addressed, providing participants with the insight to handle victims of trauma in a mainstream class.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in Trauma Sensitive Yoga Practices Online Workshop must have access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom conference meeting.
Fee: $119-through February 1st
Credits: 5 NETA, .5 AFAA, .5 NASM. .5 ACE
Register NowPrimary Review: Exercise Science 1 will cover anatomy and physiology. The Primary Review series is for candidates studying to take either the NETA Personal Trainer Certification exam, the NETA Group Exercise Instructor Certification exam, or those seeking a review to earn a CEC. Each review will focus on a different area of the materials and will be applicable to both exams. Sign up for a single review to brush up on a subject or all five for a comprehensive review.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $39
Credits: 2 NETA
Register NowTuesday, February 16
Exercise is critically important to both our physical AND our mental health and is something we all need now more than ever. Outdoor fitness classes are a great way to keep participants fit, safe, and connected. Learn how to take your classes beyond the gym, coaching and teaching from different outdoor locations. Topics will include best practices for selecting and securing a location, exercise options, music and liability issues, and sample workouts!
Fee: $24
Credits: 1 NETA
Register NowPrimary Review: Nutrition and Weight Management will cover the basics of nutrients, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, reading food labels, and weight management. The Primary Review series is for candidates studying to take either the NETA Personal Trainer Certification exam , the NETA Group Exercise Instructor Certification exam, or those seeking a review to earn CECs. Each review will focus on a different area of the materials and will be applicable to both exams. Sign up for a single review to brush up on a subject or all five for a comprehensive review.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $39
Credits: 2 NETA
Register NowWednesday, February 17
Creating challenges is a great way to create a sense of community and keep participants motivated. Learn how to engage your audience outside of the studio, encouraging them toward health-related behavior change. Fitness-related challenges, healthy nutrition tips, and creating an online community are all topics covered in this one-hour workshop.
Fee: $24
Credits: 1 NETA
Register NowReceive huge benefits from meditation and slow down the sometimes hectic, stressful, fast pace of fitness. In as little as three minutes a day, you can improve your mental, physical and physiological state, which will ease the world of any busy fitness professional. Learn several different ways to meditate that you can use on your own and share with your clients and students.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA, .3 AFAA, .3 NASM, .3 ACE
Register NowPrimary Review: Communication and Behavior Change will cover effective communication strategies and theories of behavior change. The Primary Review series is for candidates studying to take either the NETA Personal Trainer Certification exam , the NETA Group Exercise Instructor Certification exam, or those seeking a review to earn CECs. Each review will focus on a different area of the materials and will be applicable to both exams. Sign up for a single review to brush up on a subject or all five for a comprehensive review
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $39
Credits: 2 NETA
Register NowThursday, February 18
NETA’s NCCA-accredited Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer certifications, and NETA’s Yoga Teacher certification earned by completing NETA’s 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program, are issued in the form of digital credentials. This webinar describes the benefits of NETA’s digital credentials and reviews features to help you learn how to promote your accomplishment.
Fee: $24
Credits: 1 NETA
Register NowPrimary Review: Exercise Science 2 will cover kinesiology and biomechanics. The Primary Review series is for candidates studying to take either the NETA Personal Trainer Certification exam, the NETA Group Exercise Instructor Certification exam, or those seeking a review to earn CECs. Each review will focus on a different area of the materials and will be applicable to both exams. Sign up for a single review to brush up on a subject or all five for a comprehensive review.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $39
Credits: 2 NETA
Register Now*Yoga Foundations can be taken as a stand-alone certification to achieve your yoga instructor certification and teach yoga classes and/or can be taken as the first course working toward the advanced 200 Hour Yoga Program.
- In-depth break –down of 20 basic yoga poses
- Basic Pranayama (breathing)
- The 8 limbs of yoga
- Basic principles of teaching asana-Tell, show, do
- Sample class formats for beginning yoga classes
- Pose categories and beginning sequencing
- Motivational and inspirational cuing
- Participation in two practice classes
- Practice teaching
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $349.00
Credits: 20 NETA, 15 AFFA, 1.9 NASM, 2.0 ACE
Register NowFriday, February 19
Seniors are isolated and are craving connection! Learn how you can keep your Seniors active with exercise, engaged with fitness challenges, and connected with others.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop will need access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, including a functional webcam and mic.
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA
Register NowEach 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.
Equipment Requirements
Participants must have access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom conference meeting.
Fee: $349.00
Credits: 14 NETA, 14 AFAA, 1.4 NASM, 1.3 ACE
Primary Review: Understand Fitness Calculations will cover goal body weight, heart rate, macronutrient, and metabolic calculations. The Primary Review series is for candidates studying to take either the NETA Personal Trainer Certification exam , the NETA Group Exercise Instructor Certification exam, or those seeking a review to earn a CEC. Each review will focus on a different area of the materials and will be applicable to both exams. Sign up for a single review to brush up on a subject or all five for a comprehensive review.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $24
Credits: 1 NETA
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Dust off those steps that have been sitting in the studio closet and re-visit this tool in a new light. Participants in this workshop will discuss the benefits of aerobic versus anaerobic training, and how to use steps and risers in a fusion between traditional step movements and innovative high-intensity exercises. Upon completion of this workshop, instructors will be able to program and deliver a class that appeals to both traditional steppers and a contemporary crowd.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop will need access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, including a functional webcam and mic. Access to a step/risers is also strongly recommended.
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA, .3 AFAA, .3 NASM, .3 ACE
Register NowThis workshop combines classroom and hands-on learning to introduce you to self-myofascial release techniques utilizing foam rollers and small balls. Self-myofascial release helps to improve muscle function by promoting mobility, flexibility and restoring muscle balance. Walk away from this workshop with a greater understanding of myofascial release and the types of techniques that can ease tightness, inflammation, and reduce injuries.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic. Participants in Foam Rolling and More will also need access to a foam roller (any size or type) and a tennis or lacrosse ball
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA, .3 AFAA, .3 NASM, .3 ACE
Register NowThe Group Exercise review is for candidates studying to take the NETA Group Exercise Instructor certification exam, or those seeking a review to earn CECs . The comprehensive review will cover topics specific to group exercise instruction, including choreography, cuing, delivering feedback and music skills.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA
Register NowPrimary Review: Guidelines for Fitness Programming will cover the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, principles of training, and guidelines for cardiorespiratory, resistance, and flexibility training. The Primary Review series is for candidates studying to take either the NETA Personal Trainer Certification exam, the NETA Group Exercise Instructor Certification exam, or those seeking a review to earn CECs. Each review will focus on a different area of the materials and will be applicable to both exams. Sign up for a single review to brush up on a subject or all five for a comprehensive review.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $39
Credits: 2 NETA
Register NowSaturday, February 20
Take your indoor group cycle classes to the next level! The Intermediate Group Cycling Specialty Certification workshop will go in-depth into the physiology of cycling, provide practical instruction on programming classes, and identify how to create a motivating atmosphere through effective cueing. Upon completion of the workshop and the online exam, participants will earn the NETA Specialty Certification of an Intermediate Indoor Group Cycle instructor.
*NETA’s Indoor Group Cycle Specialty Certification or an equivalent certification is a prerequisite for this workshop.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic. Access to an indoor group cycle is strongly recommended.
Fee: $189-through February 1st
Credits: 8 NETA, .8 AFAA, .8 NASM, .8 ACE
Register NowMeet 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.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $189-through February 1st
Credits: 7 NETA, .7 AFAA, .7 NASM, .7 ACE
Register NowNETA’s innovative Becoming a Yoga Professional Workshop goes beyond the fundamentals of leading a class by discussing topics that everyone who is approaching yoga as a business opportunity should know. Instructors will learn to manage difficult situations and relationships, discover ways to better connect as a yoga coach, as well as discover ways to market themselves and earn income. Find your unique voice and put it to use by becoming a yoga professional.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $189-through February 1st
Credits: 10 NETA, 1.0 AFAA, 1.0 NASM, 1.0 ACE
Register NowBootcamp classes are challenging, fun, and a fantastic workout! Refresh your classes with intense, explosive routines designed to increase cardiovascular efficiency and increase strength through purposeful class designs – all will no equipment! The ideas generated in this nonstop, action packed, high energy workshop will push participants to new levels and leave you with new formats, techniques, and ideas to include in your bootcamp classes all year long.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA, .3 AFAA, .3 NASM, .3 ACE
Register NowAnecdotal reports and scientific evidence have emerged to suggest that adherence to a ketogenic diet may enhance endurance performance. This webinar will explore the potential impact, both positive and negative, of a keto diet on the endurance athlete and performance as an alternative to the long-standing high-carbohydrate, low-fat fueling strategy.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA, .3 AFAA, .3 NASM, .3 ACE
Register NowSelf-myofascial release (SMR) continues to be an area of interest among many avid fitness enthusiasts. However, when strapped on time, many individuals forgo recovery activities such as SMR for exercises in which they “feel” the burn. Participants in this three-hour workshop will learn the science behind SMR, ailments common amongst group exercise members, and how to combine foam rolling and targeted core exercises to reset common muscular imbalances, alleviate chronic pain, and still leave members feeling worked and reset!
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA, .3 AFAA, .3 NASM, .3 ACE
Register NowTake your teaching to the next level with NETA’s Intermediate Yoga Certification. Learn to safely introduce intermediate and advanced poses, provide hands on assists and discover ways to fine-tune your alignment cues. Participants will have the opportunity to plan and lead a mini-class, practice intermediate postures, and dig deep into yoga history and philosophy.
- In-depth practice of 15 intermediate yoga postures
- Basics of teaching inversions and arm balances
- The chakra system
- The art of hands on assists
- Bhagavad Gita
- Alignment refinement: Loops, spirals and bhandas
- Participation in two practice classes
- Practice teaching
Fee: $349.00
Credits: Credits: 20 NETA, 15 AFAA, 1.9 NASM, 2.0 ACE
Register NowSunday, February 21
NETA’s Advanced Pilates Mat Specialty Certification is for instructors and trainers seeking to enhance their knowledge of Pilates practice and expand their class programming and instruction. This workshop will provide a detailed review of Pilates principles, and how to apply these principles to mat exercises using equipment such as Pilates rings and bands. Upon completion of the workshop and online exam, participants will earn the NETA Specialty Certificate of an Advanced Pilates instructor.
*NETA’s Mat Pilates Specialty Certification or an equivalent certification is a prerequisite for this workshop.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic. Adequate workout space equivalent to the size of a yoga mat is required; access to Pilates equipment such ad rings and bands is strongly recommended.
Fee: $189-through February 1st
Credits: 8 NETA, .8 AFAA, .8 NASM. .8 ACE
Register NowNETA’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 Certificate of a Nutrition Coach.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $189-through February 1st
Credits: 8 NETA, .8 AFAA, .8 NASM, .8 ACE
Register NowIn this one 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.
Participants in this workshop must have access capable of connecting to a Zoom meeting, to include a functioning webcam and mic.
Fee: $189-through February 1st
Credits: 8 NETA, .8 AFAA, .8 NASM, .8 ACE
Register NowFalls are the leading cause of fatal injuries among seniors. If you teach or train older adults, then this session is for you! Learn the fall risk factors, educate your participants on minimizing risk, and incorporate fall prevention exercises into your regularly scheduled classes. You can make an impact and help an older adult stay independent longer.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in the Senior Fall Prevention Triad Online Workshop must have access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom conference meeting.
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA, .3 AFAA, .3 NASM, .3 ACE
Register NowFusion-classes have continued to gain popularity, as they offer participants the benefits of two formats in half the time. Ride and Renew combines the benefits of an intense cycling workout with counter-balancing yoga poses to restore the body. Learn the effects that high intensity interval training via cycling has on the body, and how to both maximize the benefits and counteract the stressors through the combination of cycle and yoga. Completion of either the Indoor Group Cycling Specialty Certification OR Yoga Foundations Specialty Certification OR experience in one of the formats is highly recommended prior to taking this workshop.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in the Ride + Renew Online Workshop must have access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom conference meeting, as well as adequate space to complete the Renew portion of the master class, roughly the size of a yoga mat. An indoor cycle is NOT necessary to participate in this workshop.
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA, .3 AFAA, .3 NASM, .3 ACE
Register NowIn your role as an educator, instructor, trainer or coach you come to know the eating and exercise beliefs and habits of participants, clients and athletes in a unique way. What do you do when those beliefs and habits go from being healthy to unhealthy and their performance is impacted in the club, studio, gym floor or in an athletes sport? How do recognize eating disorders symptoms in participants, clients and athletes and how can you intervene? Explore the many facets of eating disorders including the physiological impact, compulsive exercise, the athlete triad, impacts of social media and the impact fitness professionals can make and how to help.
Equipment Requirements
Participants in The Truth About Eating Disorders Online Workshop must have access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom conference meeting.
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA, .3 AFAA, .3 NASM, .3 ACE
Register NowThis classroom-based seminar presents the role of physical activity and exercise to maintain brain health into older adulthood and to mitigate the onset of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Equipment needed: Access to a device capable of connecting to a Zoom conference meeting, to include webcam capabilities.
Fee: $59-through February 1st
Credits: 3 NETA, .3 AFAA, .3 NASM. .3 ACE
Register Now