Training & Certifications

TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

Recreation Services will train and certify YOU! Take your first step toward learning how to save a life, teach group fitness classes, or become a lifeguard. We have accredited courses taught by qualified instructors to get you certified today!

OCCUPATIONAL TESTING

The UofM provides physical occupational testing for the Winnipeg Police Service, Winnipeg Fire & Paramedics, Regional Health Authorities, Canada Border Services Agency and many more organizations. We can also work with employees to ensure that staff is physically able to meet the demands of their position prior to employment or as an assessment to monitor their current abilities. For more info, email occupational.testing@umanitoba.ca or call 204 474 6476.

Law Enforcement Conditioning Camp

This training camp will help potential law enforcement professionals prepare for and improve their chances of successful completion of the WPS-PAT, PARE and other law enforcement tests. It includes HIIT, core training, push-pull machine techniques, and working with elements required for any law enforcement testing.

Dates: Wed | Apr 8-May 13 | 7:30-8:45 PM Wed | May 20-Jun 24 | 7:30-8:45 PM Duration: 6 Classes Cost: $90 / Member Price: 20% off Location: Multi-purpose Studio 274, Active Living Centre

Manitoba Fitness Council Courses

Have you ever thought about teaching fitness classes? Here is your chance! We offer fitness leadership development courses recognized by the Manitoba Fitness Council (MFC), the largest fitness leader certification association in Manitoba. Course instructors are certified MFC Fitness Leader Trainers and content meets the NFLA (National Fitness Leadership Alliance) Performance Standards for Fitness Leaders. For information on the path to becoming a fitness leader: manitobafitnesscouncil.ca

Exercise Theory

Learn the basic theory behind exercise classes, which includes fitness and lifestyle, anatomy, physiology, exercise analysis, biomechanics, basic nutrition and exercise design. This will give you the knowledge to proceed to the practical courses.

Dates: Fri-Sun | Apr 3-5 | (Fri) 6-10 PM (Sat/Sun) 9 AM-5 PM Cost: $210 + $115 (manual) Location: Room 136, Frank Kennedy Centre

Group Exercise Fundamentals

This course is a pre-requisite to the following: Group Cycling, Choreography & Step and Sport Conditioning. It covers topics specific to leading group exercises classes including leadership, positive environments, communication and cuing, class components, training principles, music, safety and risk management, monitoring intensity and exercise analysis. Pre-Requisite: Exercise Theory

Dates: Sat | Apr 25 | 9 AM-5 PM Cost: $84 + $133 (manual) Location: Room 136, Frank Kennedy Centre

Group Cycling

This practical based course will help you plan, develop and lead indoor cycling classes and cover everything from bike-setup and safely to pedaling, cadence, posture, structure, content as well as the physiology behind this type of cardiovascular training. Become a great coach with ideas about cuing, class styles and use of music. Pre-Requisite: Group Exercise Fundamentals or Group Fitness.

Dates: Sat | May 2 | 8:45 AM-4:45 PM Cost: $84 + (manual $28) Location: Cycling Studio, Frank Kennedy Centre

FITNESS CHAMPION

Sam Kidd

Fitness champions are members who encourage others to stay active and Sam is one of those members who enjoys sharing his passion for healthy living with others, according to nominee Michelle Kidd. "He is dedicated to showing what being fit is by the physical activities he participates in and the way he nourishes his body. Staying active every day is his motto, to participate in his love of sports, especially Triathlon races, Ironman races require regular training in swimming, biking, and running. These races need a lot of dedication and grit when race day arrives, and he must be fit and ready. Eating clean is a top priority. If you don’t nourish your body well, your body won’t respond to the workouts. During the off-season, Sam enjoys playing hockey twice a week, and if he can fit in a skate during lunch here on campus, he will. A typical day for Sam upon waking up is preparing a healthy smoothie with protein powder and fruit, and getting out of the house to head to the Active Living Centre. Usually, he is at the gym for 6:00 am to swim, running at lunch, and then lifting weights or completing one of the workout classes the ALC offers after work. Sam not only has the motivation for himself but others as well. He encourages his colleagues and friends to eat better by providing smoothie, chicken, and vegetable recipes, and always asking if others want to join him for a workout. Sam is a true Fitness Champion!" –Michelle