Skills/Tools for Group Exercise Instructors
How can Wearable Fit Tech Make Your Class Even Better?
Wearable fitness technology has transformed how people track their health and performance. From heart rate monitors to smartwatches, these devices offer real-time insights that enhance workouts and improve training efficiency….
Mentorship in Action: Introducing IDEA’s Fitness Mentor Network
The fitness industry is ever-evolving, presenting new challenges and opportunities for growth. Professionals in this field must stay ahead by continuously learning and adapting to changes in training techniques, coaching…
Celebrating a Year of Triumph and Looking Forward to New Horizons
As we close the chapter on another incredible year, I find myself both humbled and invigorated by what our community has achieved together. This year has been a testament to…
November Knowledge: Earn CECs & Advance Your Expertise with IDEA
This month at IDEA Health & Fitness Association, we’re all about YOUR education! Are you in need of CEC credits to renew your certification? Would you like to learn more…
IDEA World Changed My Life: Here’s Your Personal Invitation to a World of Knowledge, Inspiration and Community
Let me take you back to a pivotal moment in my life—an experience that forever altered the trajectory of my career and ignited a passion within me that continues to…
Reach Greater Heights at 2024 IDEA® World
We are calling all fitness and wellness practitioners to the longest-running and most epic fitness conference, 2024 IDEA® World.
Group Fitness Marketing and Social Media
Group fitness pros share insightful tips for mastering marketing and social media to build your classes and brand.
A Monumental Collaboration: The 2024 IDEA & ACSM Health & Fitness Summit Unveiled!
Brace yourselves for a groundbreaking event that is set to redefine your career trajectory and take your expertise to new heights. We are thrilled to announce our inaugural collaborative event…
Cycle Barre
Cycle barre combines two very accessible forms of exercise, with formats that are easy to start at any level of fitness.
Circuit Training Solutions
This circuit training workout offers endless options for exercise selection, sequencing and timing to keep your students motivated.
Mastering Exercise Modifications
Instructors share their tips for working with different experience levels and providing modifications during class.
2023 Fitness Industry Compensation Trends Report
This compensation trends report provides data on current wages in the industry as well as benefits and hiring and promotion criteria.
Successful Subbing for Fitness Classes
What are your best tips for subbing? Instructors share their pro tips for finding class subs and subbing for others.
How to Add Value to Your Fitness Classes
Many caring instructors add their unique touch to fitness classes in clever ways. Could their ideas work for you?
Class Essentials
What “go-to” items and class essentials do you keep in your backpack or duffle bag? What’s in your professional instructor “kit” and why?
Group Exercise Cues for Success
Best practices for efficient group exercise cues
Make It Outdoor Group Fitness!
Exploring the necessary considerations, planning and programming elements of teaching an outdoor group fitness class.