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To register or learn more, please download the registration form (pdf file), fill it out and send it by fax or mail with your check or payment information >



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» Become a Fitness Instructor
» Samayama Yoga
» Workshops & Master Classes
» On-site Fitness Programs

Training & Professional Services:
Fitness Professional Skill Development

You already know the basics. You are a trainer or an instructor who wants some skill polishing or you need more advanced education programs. This is the place to come for your continuing education needs. Check out our programs and workshops and sign up today as space is limited!

All programs are held at City Fitness Gym unless otherwise noted.

To register or learn more, please download the registration form (pdf file), fill it out and send it by fax or mail with your check or payment information.


CPR & AED 2–Year Certification
Sunday, April 11, 2010 · 2:00–6:00 pm · $105.00 · City Fitness Gym

A current CPR card is required to take both the ACE and AFAA certification exams and to teach in fitness facilities. Our 2-Year Certification is geared toward the fitness professional. Renewing your CPR Certification is also required for all future certification renewals.


Fitness Assessment Methodology
Upcoming date TBA · 2:00–6:00 pm · $60.00 · City Fitness Gym
CECs: 0.4 ACE, 3.25 AFAA

The ACE and AFAA Personal Trainer certification exams include questions on these testing procedures—so if you are taking the November exam, this workshop is a must! Learn the proper protocols for establishing a fitness assessment program for your clients. Be ready to practice assessment techniques for cardiovascular, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and body composition.

The instructor: Elie Cossa has over twelve years of experience in the fitness industry. She is a full-time personal trainer and also teaches group fitness classes, educational courses and continuing education workshops and master classes. Elie is certified through ACE, ACSM, and AFAA. Her focus is in post-rehab training and health education, particularly for breast cancer survivors, but also works with seniors, other special populations and the general public.


Samayama Yoga Skill & Practice Building Workshops
Variety of sessions
See all descriptions and schedule

Workshops are all part of the Samayama 300–hour curriculum and attendance in 22 hours is required to receive certificate of completion for the course. Participants not registered for the 300-hour course are able to take these workshops on a “per class” basis.

East Meets West: Blending Yoga
and Strength Training

Elie Cossa and Lucinda LaRee

Yoga Flow Sequencing
Judy Shapiro

Raja Yoga
Michael Plasha

Tantra Yoga
Michelle AVA

Structural Yoga Therapy
Lucinda LaRee


Tantra Yoga
Future sessions TBA
Tantra Dance is a merging of Yoga and Dance and will include exploring the Chakras, balancing our male and female energies, sensual dance and music, and the application of Tantra Dance in our daily practice. Arrive ready to play, unfold, liberate and live life more fully and joyfully! No previous experience is necessary.

The instructor: Michelle AVA approaches movement as a healing art. With a Masters degree in dance education, she has been a vital force in the Washington DC dance and holistic community for over 3 decades. She has dedicated her work to fusing modern dance with yoga, meditation and spiritual practice to assist others in discovering their creative expression. Miss AVA teaches and presents her work both locally and nationally. She is the founder of Joy of Motion dance center where she served as artistic director from 1976–1990. Visit Michelle’s web site »

Once you have become certified and have developed basic skills, it is necessary to gain practical experience. Fit Physique provides the opportunity for trainers, fitness instructors and yoga teachers to mentor with a staff member or instructor at City Fitness Gym. After initially observing your mentor’s style of training or teaching, you will begin working with clients or classes on one skill at a time completing the program ready to break into the health and fitness industry. Please contact us for consultation regarding this one-on-one educational opportunity.

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