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.

Topics Covered in the Stability Ball Trainer Certification:

• 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:

• 18 years of age; High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of anatomy and resistance/cardiovascular training.
• Basic familiarity with resistance training equipment.
• CPR is not required to take the examination but may be required by employer, or to obtain liability insurance.

Personal Trainer Distance Learning/Home Study Certification Includes:

• No travel is necessary.
• All materials & examination are sent to you at the same time - 1 Certification 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". 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.
• Free monthly email 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:

• 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 50 multiple choice questions.
• Complete a visual demonstration of a Stability Ball Training program that you would have a client perform. The visual demonstration may be accomplished through photographs, DVD, CD or informal VHS presentation. Detailed instructions will be included with your certification program.
• 90% is required to pass your certification exam. AFPA holds the highest level of standards.
• If you do not pass your certification examination you may retake the exam one time at no added cost.