The AFPA Stability Ball Trainer Certification program was developed to promote safe yet challenging ball exercise to instructors and personal trainers. This program is a hands-on way to learn more about the benefits of using the stability exercise ball. Participants will learn the proper execution, proper progression, teaching techniques and cueing for all the selected exercises. Stability Ball training is a great tool to add to any exercise, conditioning & rehabilitation program.

Stability Ball Instructor Certification Course Learning Objectives:

• Identify how the stability ball can improve posture.
• Explain the benefits and limitations of the stability ball.
• Interpret how athletes can improve balance, stability and improve core strength using the stability ball.
• Discuss how the stability ball can cause almost immediate positive kinesics sense.
• Identify how the use of the stability ball may improve cardiovascular fitness.
• Demonstrate the use of the stability ball using a variety of yoga and Pilates exercises.
• Construct an exercise program using the stability ball to improve upper body, lower body and core strength and stability.
• Create a safe, effective class using the stability ball exercise techniques to treat adults with orthopedic or medical problems.

Topics Covered in the Stability Ball Trainer Certification Course:

• Guidelines & Benefits of Stability Ball Training
• Stability Ball Theory
• Personal Trainer & Group Instructor Applications.
• Strength & Flexibility Exercises Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced.
• Upper & Lower body, abs, back & core strength training
• Learn Ways to Improve Posture
• Seated, Standing, Prone & Supine on the Ball.
• Training Programs on the Ball
• Reference Guide of over 75 different stability ball exercises

Minimum Prerequisites for the Stability Ball Trainer Certification Course:

• 18 years of age
• Functional knowledge of English and arithmetic
• Group Fitness Instructor Certification suggested
• CPR is not required to take the examination but may be required by employer, or to obtain liability insurance

Stability Ball Trainer Certification Course Includes:

• No travel is necessary.
• All materials & examination are sent to you at the same time
• 1 Course Textbook; 1 Reference Guide, 1 Illustrated Poster for reference; 2 Instructional DVD's;
• 1 Stability Ball and Pump.
• There are no extra or added fees for course materials and examination.
• Upon successful completion and passage your certificate will read "Certified Stability Ball Trainer".
• 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.
• AFPA Enews weekly 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.

Requirements for the Stability Ball Trainer Certification Course:

• Complete the online order information, mail in application or phone in your order.
• Receive and review all your materials.
• Complete the final certification exam.
• Final exam includes 50 multiple choice questions.
• You have up to 6 months to complete your Stability Ball Trainer Certification course. 
• You may submit your exam once completed anytime prior to the 6 months.
• 90% is required to pass your certification exam.

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.
• Select your shipping option upon check out.
• Orders are processed immediately and shipped w/in 24 business hours.