BCRPA Certifications
                                                                      Upcoming Courses

                              

Contact the BCRPA for more information on certification requirements.  ICE (Instructor Competency Evaluation) available for Weight Training,  AquaFitness, Group Fitness and Personal Training call 250-832-3200  to book a time and inquire about pricing.

 All courses listed conducted by: Heather Stanton B.P.E., BCRPA TFL



Fitness Theory

Start your fitness career here! This basic theory course will enable you to gain information on how to keep everyone healthy and fit, all while staying safe. Topics covered include: an introduction to human anatomy and physiology, skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, and nervous systems. You will also explore movement analysis, basic nutrition, and active living concepts. This course is a Prerequisite for all of the BCRPA fitness modules.

 

Parkinson Recreation Centre - Kelowna               

Dates: January 14, 15, 28, 29 - 2012 Saturday and Sundays

Dates:  April 14, 15, 28, 29 - 2012 Saturday and Sundays 

Time: 8:15am - 5:00pm          

Fee: $235 Manual included

Note: BCRPA Provincial Exam fee: $70.

BCRPA Fitness Theory Registration fee: $95.

Register : http://www.recreationkelowna.com or 250-469-8800

 

Okanagan College - Vernon Campus - 1.okanagan.bc.ca/ok/CSReg/default.aspx

 

Okanagan College- Salmon Arm 

Dates: Saturdays, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 - 2012

Time : 8:30am - 4:30pm

Fee : $306 ( includes textbook ) Provincial exam fee : $70.

Register : 250-832-3200 or  info@proactivefitness.ca

 



Weight Training

Deepen your knowledge of anatomy and physiology and examine the principles of fitness, program design and movement mechanics. You will learn practical teaching skills required to design basic weight training programs. Come prepared to be in the gym.

Prerequisite: Passing of BCRPA’s Fitness Theory exam, Emergency First Aid and CPR A (minimum), registered as a Fitness Leader.

 

Parkinson Recreation Centre - Kelowna

Dates: Feb 5 & 19, 2012 Sundays

Dates:  May 6 & 27, 2012 Sundays

Time: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Fee: $165.   

Register : http://www.recreationkelowna.com or 250-469-8800

Barecode: 

 

Okanagan College - Vernon & Salmon Arm Campus  

Dates: April 15, 2012 Vernon Campus

       & April 29, 2012 Salmon Arm Campus 

Time : 8am - 5pm

Fee : $203 

Contact ProActive Fitness for alternate dates 250-832-3200

 



Personal Training

Personal Trainer - a term used to describe professionals who work with clients to improve their physical and mental well being. This course covers advanced weight training techniques, fitness assessment, advanced program design, special populations, nutrition, health screening, current business practices, legal liability and professional ethics.  

 

Dates:   November 19, 20, Dec 3 & 4

Time: 8:00-5:00 pm

Cost: $375 includes new CFES PT manual and workbook


3rd Age

 

ProActive Fitness - Salmon Arm    

Prerequisite: BCRPA Certification

Dates:  Sat Nov 26 & Dec 11, 2011

Cost: $169. (Manual included)

Register :  

 



Aquafit 

No Winter or Spring dates set yet call 250-832-3200 if interested.