The original Cardio Kickboxing© Instructor Certification course is now being offered through AFPA. You will learn to successfully teach fitness kickboxing classes in a health club, martial arts school, corporate wellness center, and university physical education department or even in your own home!

This course is designed to prepare participants to teach safe and effective Cardio Kickboxing exercise programs through the development of leadership and technical skills.

Cardio Kickbox Instructor Learning Objectives:

• Prepare the instructor for the unique teaching cardio Kickbox classes.
• Determine student’s skill levels and pairing of participants at similar skill levels.
• Learn to create specialized workouts using shadow boxing, heavy bag work, speed bag, body bag and more.
• Assess the "Five Components of Fitness” with your class participants.
• Set safety techniques and procedures to avoid class injury.
• Select the proper type of kick depending on the classroom situation- ax, roundhouse, out block, up block.
• Establish correct biomechanics of punching-jabs, cross, upper-cut, hook and straight punch.
• Design a Kickbox class to improve cardio-vascular condition while improving over-all health.
• Implement optimal workouts, including those with no equipment.
• To operate a profitable program.

Cardio Kickboxing© Instructor Certification Topics include the following:

• Basic Techniques and Terminology Found in the Martial Arts from Self-Defense, Boxing & Kickboxing
• Integrating Partner Work & Utilizing Equipment For An Effective Cardio, Upper & Lower Body Workout
• Beginner to Advanced Techniques
• Training Outlines for A Variety of Classes
• Sample Programs with Equipment
• The examination is included in the packet
• Over 500 Photos for Detailed, Easy-to-Follow Instruction
• Cardio and Circuit Training of Professional Kickboxers
• Real Self-Defense Techniques & Bag Work
• Excellent Cross-Training Regimen to Enhance Any Activity, Sport or Martial Art

Cardio Kickboxing© Instructor Certification Program Includes:

• No travel is necessary.
• All materials & examination are sent to you at the same time - 2 Instructor Textbooks, 1 - 166 minute Instructional DVD
• There are no extra or added fees for course materials and examination.
• Upon successful completion and passage your certificate will read " Cardio Kickboxing© Instructor Certification". AFPA does not distinguish between "home study" versus "in person" certificates as both programs are equally evaluated.
• AFPA Membership packet with wallet size laminated member ID card.
• Toll-Free technical support during and after examination, or email AFPA any time.
• Access to the Members Only section on the web with job listings and career enhancement tools
• Updates on new and exciting programs to advance your career.
• Weekly AFPA Enews newsletter with updates, event postings and job listings.
• Continuing Education opportunities with courses and AFPA Fitness Education Conferences.
• AFPA offers many fitness specialty and advanced certification programs when you are ready to expand you're your career options in the fitness field.

Minimum Prerequisites for the Cardio Kickboxing© Instructor Certification:

• 18 years of age
• Functional knowledge of English and arithmetic
• CPR not required to take examination but may be required by employer or to obtain liability insurance.

Requirements for Cardio Kickboxing© Instructor Certification:

• Complete the online order information, mail in application or phone in your order.
• Receive and review all your materials.
• Complete the written certification exam. Written exam includes multiple choice questions. Complete a visual demonstration of a Cardio Kickboxing© group fitness class of your choosing. This can be accomplished in your home, private studio or gym.
• The visual demonstration may be accomplished through photographs, DVD, CD or informal VHS presentation. Detailed instructions will be included with your certification program.
• You have up to 6 months to complete your Cardio Kickboxing Certification program.  You may submit your exam once completed anytime prior to the 6 months.
• 90% is required to pass your certification exam. AFPA holds the highest level of standards.

Re-testing:

• You must receive a passing grade of 90% or better to receive certification.
• If you do not meet this minimum requirement you will be mailed/or emailed your results.
• You will be the opportunity to correct your answers within a 90 day time period.
• Students that do not achieve this score are able to retake a final exam within 3 months at no added fee.
• Additional attempts are subject to a $50 administrative fee.

How to Order, Shipping & Handling:

• You may place your order online anytime with VISA, MasterCard, AMEX and Discover.
• AFPA has a secure online system 24 hours a day.
• You will receive confirm via email once your order has been received.
• Your order is processed for shipping within 24 business hours.
• You may place your order by phone with a major credit card by calling 1.800.494.7782, M-F 9:00am-5:00pm EST.
• You may mail check or money order, along with completed Enrollment Application to AFPA.
• Standard shipping is USPS Priority Mail. Please allow 3-5 business days for delivery.
• Optional Shipping is 2 Day FED EX or Next Day FED EX for an additional fee.
• All international orders are shipped Economy Fed EX to insure delivery.
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• Orders are processed immediately and shipped w/in 24 business hours.