Your qualifications are your calling card. The Academy’s curriculum thoroughly prepares students with the knowledge and skills that are essential to prescribe exercise and direct fitness programs for active and sedentary individuals.  The high academic standards of The Academy’s program provides students with the qualifications to train anyone, including senior citizens and those with multiple medical conditions including but not limited to obesity, diabetes, heart disease and hypertension.

Evolution has its benefits. Academy graduates will have a deep understanding of biomechanics, training adaptations, nutrition, anatomy, exercise physiology, and exercise prescription that far exceed the current standards in the industry. Along with classroom lectures and practical instruction our students have the opportunity to attend special workshops lead by guest experts in the field.  As a result Academy graduates represent an evolved culture of fitness professionals that will have a profound impact on the health and fitness community.

CORE CURRICULUM

Foundations of Fitness Science
Introduction to Assessment & Program Design
·         Health & CAD Risk Stratification
·         Fitness (Resting & Functional Values)
·         Structure of a Workout
·         Program Design Basics
·         Practical - Assessments

Introduction to Anatomy & Kinesiology
·         Skeletal Atlas
·         Muscle Atlas
·         Anatomical Movement Terminology – Planes, Joint Movements
·         Basic Muscle Structure & Function – Origin, Insertion etc
·         Practical Training – Gym Induction & Calisthenics

Introduction to Nutrition
·         Nutrients of the Body
·         Basic Energy Balance & Weight Management
·         Basic Food Planning & Calculations

Introduction to Exercise Physiology
·         Energy Systems & Bioenergetics
·         Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems
·         Motor Units
·         Fiber Types
·         Training Principles/Adaptations for Hypertrophy, Strength, Power & Endurance

Anatomy & Kinesiology
·         Trunk – Saggital Movements
·         Trunk – Lateral & Rotational Movements
·         Flexors of the Humerus & Hip
·         Extensors of the Humerus & Hip
·         Flexors & Extensors of the Elbow
·         Flexors & Extensors of the Ankle
·         Flexors & Extensors of the Knee
·         Abductors of the Humerus & Hip
·         Adductors of the Humerus & Hip
·         Scapula Movements
·         Rotators of the Humerus & Hip
·         Strengthening Verses Stretching for Anatomical Balance  Anatomy & Kinesiology – Practical Application

Practical Applications (Exercises and Stretching) for:
·         Trunk – Saggital Movements
·         Trunk – Lateral & Rotational Movements
·         Flexors of the Humerus & Hip
·         Extensors of the Humerus & Hip
·         Flexors & Extensors of the Elbow
·         Flexors & Extensors of the Ankle
·         Flexors & Extensors of the Knee
·         Abductors of the Humerus & Hip
·         Adductors of the Humerus & Hip
·         Scapula Movements
·         Rotators of the Humerus & Hip

Exercise Physiology
·         Muscle Physiology
·         Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems
·         Bioenergetics
·         Neuron Adaptations and Tissue Adaptations
·         Biomechanics
·         Endocrine System & Exercise

Program Design Theory
·         Resistance Training
·         Cardiovascular Training
·         Weight Management & Introduction to Metabolic Equations
·         Functional Training
·         Speed & Plyometrics
·         Introduction to Special Populations
·         Introduction to Rehabilitation

Program Design – Practical Applications
·         Assessments – assessing structure and performance
·         Exercise Coaching Techniques
·         Exercise Progressions & Regressions
·         Resistance Training – advanced machines and free weight training
·         Flexibility Protocols – static, dynamic, ballistic, PNF
·         Introduction to Functional Training (stability ball, medicine ball, cable training)
·         Introduction to Specific Functionally Designed Equipment/Exercise (cables, Balance)
·         Bodybuilding – (supersets, compound sets, powerlifting)
·         Power, Strength and Endurance Variables
·         Plyometrics and Speed Training
·         Group Fitness Training (circuits)
·         Types of VO2 Fitness Tests
·         Mock Training (client simulation training using learned practical applications)

Nutrition
·         Macronutrients – Carbohydrates, Protein and Fat
·         Micronutrients – Vitamins & Minerals
·         Energy Balance
·         Digestive System
·         Nutrition & Exercise
·         Nutrition & Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, CAD, Older Adult
·         The Food Exchange System & Eating Plan Design
·         Intro to Sports Nutrition
·         Presentations (‘fad diets’ – 10 minute presentation from students)

Essentials of a Personal Trainer Business Practice
·         What you will need
·         Your business services outline
·         Introduction to sales and marketing
·         Getting & retaining clients

Subject Revision & Exam
Subject revision (weekly review of all material and bi-weekly examinations)

CPR - Attending one day CPR Certification Course (optional - not included in tuition)

The following is list of exercise equipment at THE ACADEMY Fitness Center:
·         Treadmills-Recumbent Bikes
·         Rowing Machine-Leg Press Machine
·         Leg Extension Machine-Leg Curl Machine
·         Multi-unit station-Bench Press
·         Cable Crossover-Smith Machine
·         Power Rack-Dumbbells
·         Swiss Balls-Balance Boards
·         Pilates Machine-Steppers
·         Wobble Boards-10000 lbs Free Weights
·         Medicine Balls-Exercise Bands/tubing
·         Reebok Slide- Boxing pads/gloves