EMPOWER! Dallas

February 24, 2012 - February 26, 2012

EMPOWER! Dallas

5910 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75206
Dallas, TX
214-624-5800

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WELCOMING ALL FITNESS, WELLNESS, MIND-BODY PROFESSIONALS AND ENTHUSIASTS!

EARN UP TO 16 CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH MOST PROVIDERS BY PARTICIPATING IN THE MAIN EVENT, even more if you take a certification or intensive!!!

Here are just a few of the exciting highlights for 2012...

  • Become a Zumba® Instructor Training, or Refine Your Zumba skills with the Zumba® Level 2 Training
  • Learn to teach indoor cycling with the Schwinn® Indoor Cycling Instructor Certification
  • SGT Ken's Bootcamp Instructor Training
  • Patrick Goudeau, Mindy Mylrea, Len Kravitz, Rob Glick, Shannon Fable, Kimberly Spreen and more...
  • BOSU®, SPRI, Balletone and much more!
  • You can earn up to ACE(1.6), AFAA(14.00), NASM(1.6), NETA(14.0) AAAI/ISMA(7.0) in the Main Event and even more if you take a certification or intensive.

 

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Event Information

Friday February 24, 2012

  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Boot Camp Instructor Training
    SGT Ken Weichert
    Personal Training and Group Fitness
     

    Boot Camp Instructor Training with SGT Ken Weichert

    Boot Camp fitness instructors lead the fight against obesity, challenging civilians and Soldiers to become their absolute best through the use of highly effective and exciting functional fitness training. The results are body fat loss, improved strength and stamina, increased confidence and higher spirits. Developed by Army Master Fitness and Master Resilience Trainer and Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran Ken Weichert (a.k.a. “SGT Ken”) and certified personal trainer Stephanie Weichert, this course utilizes highly effective physical training techniques practiced by elite military forces. Participants will be immersed in proper form and safety, planning and executing functional fitness programs for outdoor and indoor environments, cadence calls, circuit fitness training, military-style obstacle courses and fitness tests, fitness games, partner-assisted exercises, individual tracking techniques and diet and nutrition. This instructor program ROCKS! HOOAH!" $219

  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Zumba® Basic Instructor Training
    Julie Kelly
    Vanessa Lupercio
    Group Fitness
     

    Zumba® Basic Instructor Training with Julie Kelly and Vanessa Lupercio

    This training is the first step to becoming a Zumba® instructor as it teaches you the foundation and formula to teach a Zumba® class. You will learn the steps to four basic rhythms (merengue, salsa, cumbia, reggaeton). You'll learn how to put these steps together into a song, and how to create your first Zumba class. We''ll provide you with all the tools and resources you will need to teach a Zumba class. You must register for this session at www.Zumba.com

  • 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
    Dance 6 7 8
    Patrick Goudeau
    Dance
     

    Dance 6 7 8 with Patrick Goudeau

    The best thing about dance is the freedom and desire to shake your moneymaker. And if you don’t move what cha got, be prepared to lose it honey! Get up, get down and dance I said! Great music, easy to learn combos and the right attitude will have you GROOVING in no time at all. Feel the rhythm, feel yourself! Cause if you don’t…well, you know the rest!

  • 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
    Glutes, Guns, and Guts
    Mindy Mylrea
    Group Fitness
     

    Glutes, Guns, and Guts with Mindy Mylrea

    Buns, Legs , Core and more - these are the areas we need to work and work we will in this creative chiseling challenge. We will start off exploring all the latest cutting edge lower body and core research. Then we will excite your sculpting senses with flow combos that start out lower body focused and somehow - if by Mindy magic transform into core crazy. You will learn combos that flip flop back and forth and back again between buns , legs, core and a whole lot more. Learn ways to activate one zone of the body while channeling through the other zones. A very cool workshop indeed.

  • 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
    The Party Ride
    Jo Stokes
    Daina Boeschenstein
    Indoor Cycling
     

    The Party Ride with Jo Stokes and Daina Boeschenstein

    Get ready to cycle and learn how to showcase the perfect party ride. You’ll enjoy everything from great music to games and more as Daina and Jo ensure you have a an amazing yet sweaty, fun-filled experience.

  • 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm
    Cardio Drumming
    Abrea Arnold-Wooten
    Group Fitness
     

    Cardio Drumming with Abrea Arnold-Wooten

    You + Stability Balls + Drumsticks + Music = One exhilarating cardio workout! Discover your inner rockstar as we combine the pulsating rhythms of the drums with heart pumping traditional group exercise moves.

  • 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm
    Core Connection
    Mindy Mylrea
    Personal Training and Group Fitness
     

    Core Connection with Mindy Mylrea

    The core is the powerhouse of the body and we should attack the core from every angle and in every way. This workshop is jam packed with critical cutting edge core research as well as three amazing Ab and back routines using every twist and turn in the book. Mindy will show you how one rep done right is better then 10 done wrong. You will learn the best core exercises on the planet.

  • 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm
    The Elements of Flow
    Jo Stokes
    Yoga
     

    The Elements of Flow with Jo Stokes

    This physical vinyasa style yoga practice will examine the earth's four elements: Water, Fire, Earth and Wind. Learn how to incorporate the different properties of the 4 elements into your yoga practice, exploring each element through challenging yoga postures and flowing sequences that have been selected to bring a connection to each one of the elements:

Saturday February 25, 2012

  • 8:00 am - 9:45 am
    SPRI® 360 Training: Explosive Cardio
    Patrick Goudeau
    Personal Training and Group Fitness
     

    SPRI® 360 Training: Explosive Cardio with Patrick Goudeau

    360 Training: Explosive Cardio is the ultimate training test, filled with creative, high intensity drills that will elevate the heart rate, jumpstart your metabolism and burn maximum calories. This dynamic workout is built upon a progressive training approach that takes you from foundation-to-performance utilizing the science of both aerobic and anaerobic energy systems. Whether the movements are sport specific or just plain fun, you’ll learn programming options of linear or circuit class progressions to keep your workouts feeling fresh, intense and explosive!

  • 8:00 am - 9:45 am
    Obstacle Course: Operation Deep Impact™
    SGT Ken Weichert
    Personal Training and Group Fitness
     

    Obstacle Course: Operation Deep Impact™ with SGT Ken Weichert

    SGT Ken’s Obstacle Course™, code name: Operation Deep Impact™ includes a series of intense military functional fitness drills designed to target every muscle in your body and help you burn over 700 calories in 60 minutes. Like Cross-Fit, Deep Impact specializes in combining diverse movements and endurance and strength challenges. Like the P90 program, it challenges you to perform the muscular endurance and aerobic conditioning drills with little or no break in between exercises. Best of all, this program is designed to function as a military-style obstacle course. Hooah!

  • 8:00 am - 9:45 am
    Schwinn® Cycling: HIIT It!
    Mindy Mylrea
    Indoor Cycling
     

    Schwinn® Cycling: HIIT It! with Mindy Mylrea

    High Intensity Interval Training is all the rage, and it continues to grow in popularity across all workout platforms. But is this type of training really more effective than other types? And what are the best ways to execute this approach in your cycling classes? Learn the science and, more importantly, the psychology of high intensity interval training, and experience new ways to deliver, measure, recover and repeat high-intensity intervals to your riders that produce results and keep them coming back for more!

  • 8:00 am - 9:45 am
    The Titanic Towers of Muscle Strength and Hypertrophy
    Len Kravitz
    Personal Training
     

    The Titanic Towers of Muscle Strength and Hypertrophy with Len Kravitz

    Using interactive computer-technology, Len will clearly show you the intricate mechanisms involved in muscle force production for strength and hypertrophy. Many questions about muscle will be answered regarding specific applications to training including the following: muscle metabolism, motor unit recruitment, volume versus intensity training considerations, and age-related phenomenon of muscle. An eye-opening part of this presentation is the state-of-the-art research revealing what actually happens to muscles as they grow. This groundbreaking lecture will include the newest research findings on the 6 best training program designs for improving muscular strength, hypertrophy and endurance.

  • 10:00 am - 11:45 am
    High Intensity Interval Training vs Continuous Cardio: Battle of the Aerobic Titans
    Len Kravitz
    Personal Training
     

    High Intensity Interval Training vs Continuous Cardio: Battle of the Aerobic Titans with Len Kravitz

    Join Len for a first-time ever presentation comparing the cardiovascular, skeletal muscle, and metabolic adaptations of high intensity interval training and continuous endurance exercise. A highlight of this presentation is a review of the most recent research showing the incredible benefits of HIIT training. Every exercise professional will leave with 4 fabulous HIIT training programs and 3 very effective endurance training programs. A must attend lecture for every exercise professional who designs training programs based on evidence-based research.

  • 10:00 am - 11:45 am
    Power Yoga Flow
    Kimberly Spreen - Glick
    Yoga
     

    Power Yoga Flow with Kimberly Spreen - Glick

    This workshop is perfect for students seeking a physical challenge as well as deep relaxation! This style of yoga is a very popular style of yoga for fitness junkies moving into the world of yoga. This vigorous yoga class strives to unite the body, mind and spirit and its many benefits include: increased strength, flexibility, balance, agility, sense of self, stress-relief and focus. This class will work both your body as well as your mind with a vigorous asana practice and integrated meditation. In the workshop we will look at simple formats to keep your practice well thought out and fresh. This class is suitable for all levels but having Yoga experience is helpful.

  • 10:00 am - 11:45 am
    Schwinn® Cycling: Energize and Socialize
    Doris Thews
    Indoor Cycling
     

    Schwinn® Cycling: Energize and Socialize with Doris Thews

    One of the best ways to add energy to your cycling class is to tap into your student's team spirit and camaraderie and build a powerful community of riders within each and every class. Learn how to infuse this type of vibe using simple techniques before, during and after each workout, and experience a ride that will bring your tribe together and your team spirit to new heights!

  • 10:00 am - 11:45 am
    One More Step
    Patrick Goudeau
    Group Fitness
     

    One More Step with Patrick Goudeau

    There is nothing quite like the high from an all-out, choreographed step routine, wouldn’t you agree? Well, it’s time to feel really good, one last time. Patrick is back and giving his step fanatics one more step workout! Filled with energy, loads of fun and of course a little hip-shaking too, this sweat fest will leave you wanting more, but enjoy it because you may never know step like this again. You’ll think the smooth transitions are illegal, but let go, soak it all in and just inhale. The only crime you’ll commit… is if you miss it!

  • 10:00 am - 11:45 am
    BOSU® Strong + Stretched
    Rob Glick
    Group Fitness
     

    BOSU® Strong + Stretched with Rob Glick

    The BOSU® Balance Trainer is one of the fitness industry's best strengthening and stretching accessories, and this workshop covers both! First, you will learn brand-new athletic, total body exercises and sequences that are designed to functionally strengthen the body from head to toe, and can be used in any type of strength, sculpt or conditioning workouts. Then, you will learn a variety of yoga-inspired stretch sequences that utilize the Balance Trainer to make easy stretches more challenging, and tough stretches easier to do! These stretch sequences can broken up to be used for short and sweet cool-down routines, or connected together for full-length stretch workouts. Don't miss this chance to get the best of both worlds!

  • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Yoga Therapy - Healthy Hips, Backs & Shoulders
    Jo Stokes
    Yoga
     

    Yoga Therapy - Healthy Hips, Backs & Shoulders with Jo Stokes

    The 3 Major Links in the Kinetic Chain Many people suffer from unnecessary pain & discomfort due to common mis-alignments in the body. Let Certified Yoga Therapist Jo, lead you through simple yoga postures & specific sequences designed to help re-align the 3 common kinks in the Kenetic Chain: the Pelvis, Spine, & Shoulder Girdle. In addition, special attention is paid to pranayama & relaxation techniques to help relieve tension & stress which are often the culprits of our discomfort, while letting go of pain in a safe, gentle, & relaxing environment.

  • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Schwinn® Cycling: Music Makeover
    Rob Glick
    Indoor Cycling
     

    Schwinn® Cycling: Music Makeover with Rob Glick

    Great coaching gets your riders to work, but great music motivates them to rock! Whether you’re just starting to build your indoor cycling music library, or it’s already stuffed with thousands of songs, come discover a fresh approach to choosing and maximizing the soundtrack of your workouts - no matter what type of music you like to use - and watch your classes come alive. You’ll leave with access to dozens of the Schwinn® team’s favorite songs and maps for how to use them.

  • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Best of BootCamp
    Mindy Mylrea
    Group Fitness
     

    Best of BootCamp with Mindy Mylrea

    When was the last time you called your workout intense, crazy creative, and off the charts? This workshop will help you bring that sensation back to your challenge hungry crowd. Using the toys found around even the cheapest of gyms you will learn crazy kick butt choreography, experience an interval workout that is an explosion for the sweat glands, and go home with more drills, skills and games than you could possibly imagine.

  • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Zumba® Fitness Party
    Julie Kelly
    Vanessa Lupercio
    Group Fitness
     

    Zumba® Fitness Party with Julie Kelly and Vanessa Lupercio

    Exciting Latin & International dance moves, new choreography techniques, and a non-stop, get-down-and-dance, calorie burning, high-energy workout! The Zumba Fitness Party is the hit workout at ALL the top fitness conventions worldwide! This high-intensity workout will challenge your muscles and mind like never before. So let’s get the Party started!

  • 2:45 pm - 4:15 pm
    The Female Training Advantages 2012
    Len Kravitz
    Personal Training
     

    The Female Training Advantages 2012 with Len Kravitz

    This original lecture reviews recently published research and the latest technology documenting some unique female training advantages. Gender differences in fat metabolism, muscle fiber changes, muscle strength, muscular endurance, body composition, hormones and other physiological factors are discussed. Resistance and aerobic training program designs, specifically for women, are presented. This ultramodern lecture is a ‘must attend’ for any fitness professional who trains female clients and for those female fitness enthusiasts who strive to attain the most optimal physiological benefits from their training.

  • 2:45 pm - 4:15 pm
    KettleBALL Workshop: Operation Breaking Barriers™
    SGT Ken Weichert
    Personal Training and Group Fitness
     

    KettleBALL Workshop: Operation Breaking Barriers™ with SGT Ken Weichert

    SGT Ken’s KettleBALL Workshop: Operation Breaking Barriers™ utilizes highly effective physical fitness training techniques practiced by the U.S. military. Complete with aerobic conditioning drills and newly featured KettleBALL calisthenics, you’ll burn over 700 calories in 60-minutes and work every muscle in your body! The SPRI® KettleBALL is designed like a kettle weight, but with the texture and size of a highly durable medicine ball. Kettle weight training just got safer! SGT Ken will lead you the same muscle-targeting techniques used to prepare Soldiers for combat.

  • 2:45 pm - 4:15 pm
    BOSU® Crush It
    Mindy Mylrea
    Personal Training and Group Fitness
     

    BOSU® Crush It with Mindy Mylrea

    BOSU® Crush It is for you, your clients and your athletes, and it will test your strength, weaknesses and your limits! Compete against yourself and rate your athletic skill in the areas of balance, agility, core, cardio and strength. After each measurable challenge, learn drills to improve your athletic ability in that area of fitness. Learn how the challenges and drills can be integrated into goal specific workouts for all fitness levels. Are you ready to take your fitness to the next level?

  • 2:45 pm - 4:15 pm
    Fight! - The MMA-Inspired Challenge
    Abrea Arnold-Wooten
    Group Fitness
     

    Fight! - The MMA-Inspired Challenge with Abrea Arnold-Wooten

    Unleash your inner fighter! Like a highlight-reel from the UFC, learn how to easily add to your kickboxing classes various techniques inspired by the sport of mixed martial arts. Learn form, safety and cuing for elbow strikes, blocks, back fists, flying knees and much more!

  • 2:45 pm - 4:15 pm
    Schwinn® Cycling: Ride One, Get One FREE
    Kimberly Spreen - Glick
    Indoor Cycling
     

    Schwinn® Cycling: Ride One, Get One FREE with Kimberly Spreen - Glick

    Here’s a ride well worth the price of admission! Expect an indoor cycling workout filled with world-class coaching, motivation, incredible energy and style. Then wipe the sweat from your eyes as your Schwinn® Master Trainer hands you not only one detailed handout with all the components of this ride broken down including music, cueing, imagery, and cues, but a second complete ride ready to go, for FREE. It’s the ultimate cycling 2-for-1.

  • 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    Schwinn® Cycling: 10 Minutes to Your Next 10 Rides
    Doris Thews
    Indoor Cycling
     

    Schwinn® Cycling: 10 Minutes to Your Next 10 Rides with Doris Thews

    Let’s make class design super-quick so you can get on the bike and deliver that knockout ride! Come learn a simple system for creating an endless library of exciting cycling workouts that are easy to remember, a blast to coach and physiologically make good sense. Learn to create stages of work based on the Schwinn® Cycling intensity scale and way to categorize your music for easy plug and play. Now watch, as that one great class becomes your next ten rides!

  • 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    SPRI® 360 Training: Core Combustion
    Patrick Goudeau
    Personal Training and Group Fitness
     

    SPRI® 360 Training: Core Combustion with Patrick Goudeau

    It is time to heat things up with 360 Training: Core Combustion. Utilizing the Step360 Pro, you’ll learn progressive movement patterns that go from foundation-to-performance and are designed to fire the core and create awareness unlike anything you’ve experienced before. Everything we do is based on how the core is activated during movement, so it’s essential to train those muscles that stabilize the pelvis and spine. You’ll leave with hot drills and a new understanding and appreciation for what it truly means to “fire” the core.

  • 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    Move, Shake, Drop It
    Bobbie Williams
    Dance
     

    Move, Shake, Drop It with Bobbie Williams

    Drawing from Zumba, Hip Hop and the aerobics moves you love, Bobbie will inspire you with trendy, easy learn dance routines. Experience high-energy choreography that is appropriate for all fitness levels remixed together for a sweat inducing dance workout! Get ready to move, shake it and drop it!

  • 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    Stress, Cortisol and Obesity
    Len Kravitz
    Personal Training
     

    Stress, Cortisol and Obesity with Len Kravitz

    Perhaps the hottest consumer and fitness industry hormone is ‘cortisol’ and it’s association to obesity. This scrupulously researched presentation will discuss stress and it’s significance to bodily function, the importance of cortisol to the body, and the potential link between cortisol, stress and visceral obesity. Each instructor will leave this all-inclusive lecture with the BEST evidence-based researched aerobic and resistance training programs for their clients to become successful conquerors in the weight loss battle.

  • 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    Deep Release Yoga
    Daina Boeschenstein
    Yoga
     

    Deep Release Yoga with Daina Boeschenstein

    Learn the secrets to guiding your yoga students through a challenging yet meditative class that will take them deeper into their stretches than ever before. This master class and workshop will show you how to use powerful language, vibrational music and hands on techniques to release tension and stress from your students bodies. Go Deep!

Sunday February 26, 2012

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Winning Weight Loss Strategies and Caloric Burning Extravaganza
    Len Kravitz
    Personal Training
     

    Winning Weight Loss Strategies and Caloric Burning Extravaganza with Len Kravitz

    This PRECON is THE all-inclusive scientific review that bridges the gap to the fitness professional and personal trainer on understanding Successful Weight Management and Optimal Caloric Expenditure for women and men. Part 1: The TRUTH about Successful Weight Loss - Topics include genetics, hormonal concerns, behavioral approaches, dieting, lifestyle management, exercise, maintenance, the most successful strategies, and future research directions. Fitness professionals and personal trainers will learn all key strategies to successfully implement successful weight management programs to overcome this unyielding epidemic. Part 2: Calorie Burning Extravaganza - This engaging second part of the precon will present and discuss the latest scientific evidence on exercise programs that maximize caloric expenditure and fat loss during and immediately after the exercise session. TEN excellent programs that maximize caloric expenditure (with actual laboratory videos of each) will be presented.

  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Schwinn® Indoor Cycling Instructor Certification
    Doris Thews
    Indoor Cycling
     

    Schwinn® Indoor Cycling Instructor Certification with Doris Thews

    Taught by a Schwinn® Master Trainer, this power-packed day offers you the industry's finest and most comprehensive indoor cycling instructor training, providing you with all the tools you need to become a successful and sought-after instructor. You will learn bike fit, cycling science, and the newly updated Schwinn® Cycling Coaching Pyramid, which will make teaching indoor cycling easier for you and more exciting for your students! Included: two complete rides with detailed notes, a comprehensive training manual, Certificate of Completion and a resource CD that includes 10 complete class design sheets, the Schwinn® Cycling intensity chart and authentic cycling video clips. $199. Click the Register Online tab above the Event Information to register.

  • 8:00 am - 9:45 am
    Boot Camp: Operation Excessive Force™
    SGT Ken Weichert
    Personal Training and Group Fitness
     

    Boot Camp: Operation Excessive Force™ with SGT Ken Weichert

    SGT Ken’s Boot Camp: Operation Excessive Force™ utilizes highly effective physical fitness training techniques practiced by the U.S. military. Complete with aerobic conditioning drills, calisthenics, SPRI® tubing and Step360™ exercises, you’ll burn over 1,000 calories in 75 minutes! SGT Ken will lead you through a series of heart-pounding military exercises, cadence calls, and fierce kickboxing drills, all to upbeat music. Over 250,000 Soldiers have used SGT Ken’s program do to prepare for combat! One participate mentioned, "I came looking for a good fitness routine and wound up getting a crushing shot of Boot Camp adrenaline! This ROCKS!

  • 8:00 am - 9:45 am
    Power Vinyasa Yoga
    Rob Glick
    Yoga
     

    Power Vinyasa Yoga with Rob Glick

    This workshop is perfect for students seeking a physical challenge as well as deep relaxation! This style of yoga is a very popular style of yoga for fitness junkies moving into the world of yoga. This vigorous yoga class strives to unite the body, mind and spirit and its many benefits include: increased strength, flexibility, balance, agility, sense of self, stress-relief and focus. This class will work both your body as well as your mind with a vigorous asana practice and integrated meditation. In the workshop we will look at simple formats to keep your practice well thought out and fresh. This class is suitable for all levels but having Yoga experience is helpful.

  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    ZUMBA® Basic Instructor Training Level 2
    Julie Kelly
    Vanessa Lupercio
    Dance
     

    ZUMBA® Basic Instructor Training Level 2 with Julie Kelly and Vanessa Lupercio

    This course covers steps for four more rhythms (belly dance, flamenco, tango, samba) while reinforcing the Zumba formula for success in an easy, effective class for everyone. You'll learn advanced techniques, network and share choreography with the most dedicated and knowledgeable instructors, and spend time enhancing your professional skills. License: One-year basic Zumba license. Prerequisite: Must be a current Zumba Instructor

  • 10:15 am - 12:00 pm
    Strike! Kickboxing
    Kimberly Spreen - Glick
    Group Fitness
     

    Strike! Kickboxing with Kimberly Spreen - Glick

    This intense, kickboxing-inspired workout is back with new ideas and combinations! Learn how to challenge yourself in new ways with this full-body interval routine that incorporates traditional kickboxing combinations(using optional weighted gloves), controlled weight-bearing movements and athletic drills. This is NOT your typical kickboxing class!

  • 10:15 am - 12:00 pm
    Yoga & The Art of Assisting
    Sheryl Braun
    Yoga
     

    Yoga & The Art of Assisting with Sheryl Braun

    Whether you are currently a yoga teacher, aspire to teach yoga, or are simply a committed student with a passion for asana, this hands-on training will spark a deeper understanding and appreciation of your practice. The goal of assisting is to enhance a student's awareness of alignment during class, support them in their practice and help bring them safely into their bodies. The assistant plays a unique role during class as, through touch, energy and direction, their hands serve as the bridge between the teacher's words and the experience in a student's body. We will explore your own body and energy, your fellow yogi's individual needs, and the union that is created between assistant and student, learning several fundamental assists along the way.

  • 12:45 pm - 2:30 pm
    SPRI® 360 Training: Superior Strength
    Patrick Goudeau
    Personal Training and Group Fitness
     

    SPRI® 360 Training: Superior Strength with Patrick Goudeau

    To get strong takes intelligent training, determination and a deep, internal focus. 360 Training: Superior Strength is where positive changes in strength are directly related to improved performance of movement. Using the progressive foundation-to-performance approach, combined with the functional training challenge of the Step360 Pro, provides endless training options that build functional strength unlike anything you might have imagined.

  • 12:45 pm - 2:30 pm
    Yoga Nidra: A Holistic Relaxation Technique
    Sheryl Braun
    Yoga
     

    Yoga Nidra: A Holistic Relaxation Technique with Sheryl Braun

    Most people think that relaxation is very simple; just recline and close your eyes. You are tired so you go to bed and think that is relaxation. But unless you have released your muscular, mental and emotional tensions, you are never fully relaxed. Also known as yogic sleep or sleep with awareness, Yoga Nidra is an ancient practice that is intended to induce full-body relaxation and a deep meditative state of consciousness. After a seated meditation and a short yoga practice, we will explore a variety of techniques—including guided imagery and body scanning—to aid relaxation. And unlike a quick Savasana at the end of asana practice, Yoga Nidra allows enough time for practitioners to physiologically and psychologically sink into it—at least 20 to 45 minutes. Relax your mind, restore your body & release your spirit.

Presenters

Abrea Arnold-Wooten

Abrea has over 12 years of teaching experience in the Fitness industry. Certified through ACE and AFAA, she has served as a Personal Trainer, Metabolic Technician, Group Fitness Manager, and Fitness Presenter / Educator. Her passion lies in coaching and developing new and seasoned Instructors, Endurance multi-sports and training, and creating a love of fitness in her participants through her edgy, yet authentic, style and sense of humor.

 

Daina Boeschenstein

Daina Boeschenstein is a certified personal trainer and holds certifications through ACE, AFAA, Precision Cycling, YogaFit, Trekking, Turbo-Kick and Gravity. Her passions include yoga, event planning and outdoor endurance cycling. Delivering instructor training workshops and certifications throughout the country, Daina has shared her motivational techniques and passion for fitness and yoga with countless instructors. She aspires to motivate all to reach their full potential.

 

Sheryl Braun

Sheryl Braun began her yoga journey in 1998 and began teaching in 2006. She completed both Level 1 & Level 2 teacher training with Baron Baptiste, is Baptiste certified & an E-RYT200. She has studied with many wonderful teachers, including Rusty Wells, Nicki Doane, Eddie Modestini, Johnny Kest, Vinnie Marino & Steve Ross, and continually seeks new opportunities to learn & grow.

 

Rob Glick

Rob was named the 2006 International Presenter of the Year by CanFit Pro and the 2005 Best Male Presenter by ECA. He is a continuing education provider for both ACE and AFAA, a master trainer for Schwinn Cycling, BOSU and Total Gym. He teaches at Equinox, Renaissance and Core Power Yoga and stars in many workout dvds.
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Patrick Goudeau

Patrick is a NIKE Elite Fitness Athlete, a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certified personal trainer. Known for his unique and innovative approach to movement, the KING of CHOREOGRAPHY™ is a former U.S National Aerobic Champion, celebrity trainer and the star of 23 highly acclaimed workout DVDs. His challenging, results driven workouts continue to inspire those who are fortunate to experience his incredibly addictive passion for all that is health and fitness.
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Julie Kelly

Julie Kelly has been it the fitness industry for 30 years having taught a variety of fitness formats. Certified through ACE, ACSM, NSCA and AFAA, she says that teaching Zumba has been the most fun she’s had as a fitness professional! Julie is also the mother of seven children and working on her Masters in Kinesiology.

 

Len Kravitz

Len Kravitz, PhD, is the Program Coordinator of Exercise Science and Researcher at the University of New Mexico where he won the "Outstanding Teacher of the Year" award. Len was recently honored with the 2009 Canadian Fitness Professional “Specialty Presenter of the Year” award and chosen as the American Council on Exercise 2006 "Fitness Educator of the Year”. He also has received the prestigious Canadian Fitness Professional “Lifetime Achievement Award” and the “Global Award” from the Aquatic Exercise Association.
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Vanessa Lupercio

Vanessa has been teaching for almost six years and a Zumba Education Specialist for almost 4. She loves teaching Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Samba and other Latin dance moves while enjoying music from all over the world.

 

Mindy Mylrea

Mindy Mylrea is the 2008 ECA OBOW Fitness Presenter of the Year, the 2004 Can Fit Pro International Presenter of the Year, the 1999 International IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year, a National and World Aerobic Champion, a Gatorade sponsored athlete, and a five star presenter for IDEA. She is an advisory board member for Oxygen Magazine, an international presenter, author, motivational speaker, video personality, and CEC provider.
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Kimberly Spreen - Glick

Kimberly is the National Director of Group Fitness Programming and Education for Life Time Fitness. She is a member of the IDEA Program Director Committee, LifePower Yoga Faculty Member and Schwinn Cycling® Master Trainer as well as one of Exercise TV’s Star Trainers and star of several exercise videos. She is the co-creator of 5 Star Development Training and co-producer of EMPOWER! Fitness Events. Kimberly travels the world as a Presenter, Motivational Speaker and Continuing Education Provider.
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Jo Stokes

Jo Stokes has worked in the health & fitness industry for 20 years, teaching group fitness classes, personal training, managing health clubs, teaching community based fitness programs and presenting Instructor Training Workshops & Certifications throughout the U.S. Currently, she is a fitness consultant for Easton/Bell Sports. Jo is a 500hr RYT Certified Yoga Instructor & is a Certified Yoga Therapist. She is also a Peak Pilates Certified Trainer and has a degree in Exercise Science.

 

Doris Thews

Doris has 27 years of fitness industry experience and graduated from Chapman University with a BA in Communications and Public Relations. She is the owner of nThewsdFitness Personal Training, has been featured in several fitness DVDs for Power Blue Productions, published author in health and fitness magazines, and ACE and AFFA certified.
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SGT Ken Weichert

SGT Ken is a six-time Army Soldier of the Year, Master Fitness and Resilience Trainer and veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Ken founded the longest-running Boot Camp fitness program in America, START Fitness®. Ken has led over 250,000 Soldiers and civilians to better health through a tactical fitness program that he created called “Operation Fit to Fight.” Ken is the canfitpro “Best New Presenter of the Year” for 2011
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Bobbie Williams

Bobbie Williams is the Group Fitness Department Head Life Time Athletic at Premier Place. She has been teaching in the industry for over 10 years, and loves teaching various formats from Dance Fitness, Strength Training, and Step. She is best known for her energy and enthusiasm and works hard to motivate her students to achieve extraordinary results.

 

Pricing/Registration

Where is the event?

Life Time Fitness Premeir

5910 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75206 

Club Contact 214-624-5800 – Bobbie Williams or

contact EMPOWER! @ 1 855 Be EMPOWERED (1-855-233-6769)

 

 

Early Bird (1/31)

Regular Price

Full Conference(Fri eve/Sa/Su)

$189

$229

Sa Only

$119

$139

Sun Only

$89

$109

Single Workshop

$40

$50

1 Master Class

$20

$20

 

www.empowerfitnessevents.com for registration

Radisson  Hotel Central Dallas– University Park

6070 N. Central Expressway

Dallas, TX 75206

King or Double $95.00

Discount Code: EMPRWR

call 1-800-333-3333 for reservations

 

Schedule

 

Thursday, February 23rd

Insanity Master Class with Shaun T. 6:00pm - 7:00pm - $20.00 for everyone...

Friday, February 24th - Pre-conference Certifications

8:00am-5:00pm

Bootcamp Instructor Training, $249 

SGT Ken Weichert

.8 NASM .6 ACE 6.0 AFAA 

9:00am-5:00pm

Zumba® Basic Instructor Training, $210 register @ Zumba.com

Julie Kelly & Vanessa Lupercio

.8 ACE 8.0 AFAA

9:00am-5:00pm

AAAI/ISMA S.T.R.I.D.E., $179

Shaun T

7.0 AAAI/ISMA

 

 

Sunday, February 26th - Post-conference Intensive Trainings and Certifications

8:00am-12:00pm

Winning Weight Loss Strategies and Caloric Burning Extravaganza, $99

Len Kravitz

.4 ACE .4 NASM 4.0 AFAA

8:00am-5:00pm

Schwinn® Indoor Cycling Instructor Training Course, $199

Doris Thews

.8 ACE .8 NASM 8.0 AFAA

9:00am-5:00pm

Zumba Basic Instructor Training, Level 2, $210

register @ zumba.com

Julie Kelly & Vanessa Lupercio

.8 ACE 8.0 AFAA

Friday, February 24th Kick Off (This is part of the main event registration)

1

5:15pm-6:30pm

Dance 6, 7, 8

Patrick Goudeau

.1 ACE 1.0 AFAA .1 NASM .1NETA 

 

5:15pm-6:30pm

Glutes, Guns and Guts

Mindy Mylrea

.1 ACE 1.0 AFAA .1 NASM .1NETA 

 

5:15pm-6:30pm

The Party Ride

Daina B & Jo S

1 ACE 1.0 AFAA .1 NASM .1NETA 

2

6:45pm-8:00pm

Cardio Drumming  

Abrea Arnold

 

 

6:45pm-8:00pm

Core Connection

Mindy Mylrea

1 ACE 1.0 AFAA .1 NASM .1NETA 

 

6:45pm-8:00pm

The Elements of Flow 

Jo Stokes

.1 ACE 1.0 AFAA .1 NASM .1NETA 

 

Saturday, February 25th - Continuing Education Workshops

 

3

8:00am-9:45am

Obstacle Course: Operation Deep Impact

SGT Ken Weichert

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

8:00am-9:45am

SPRI® 360 TRAINING: EXPLOSIVE CARDIO

Patrick Goudeau

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

8:00am-9:45am

Schwinn® Cycling: HIIT It!

Mindy Mylrea

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

8:00am-9:45am

MMA Workshop 

Abrea Arnold

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

8:00am-9:45am

The Titanic Towers of Muscle Strength and Hypertrophy

Len Kravitz

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

4

10:00am-11:45am

BOSU Strong and Stretched

Rob Glick

15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM  .15 NETA

 

10:00am-11:45am

One More Step

Patrick Goudeau

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

10:00am-11:45am

Schwinn® Energize and Socialize

Dories Thews

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

10:00am-11:45am

Power Yoga Flow

Kimberly Spreen

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

10:00am-11:45am

High Intensity Interval Training vs Continuous Cardio: Battle of the Aerobic Titans

Len Kravitz

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

5

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Zumba Fitness Party

Julie and Vanessa

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Best of Bootcamp

Mindy Mylrea

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Schwinn® Cycling: Music Makeover

Rob Glick

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Yoga Therapy - Healthy Hips, Backs & Shoulders

Jo Stokes

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

6

2:45pm - 4:15pm

Kettleball Workshop - Oberation Breaking Barriors

SGT Ken Weichert

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

2:45pm - 4:15pm

BOSU® Crush It

Mindy Mylrea

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

2:45pm - 4:15pm

Schwinn® Cycling: Ride One, Get One FREE

Kimberly Spreen

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

2:45pm - 4:15pm

Fight: The MMA Inspired Challenge

Abrea Arnold-Wooden

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

2:45pm - 4:15pm

The Female Training Advantages 2012

Len Kravitz

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

7

4:30pm-6:00pm

Move, Shake, Drop It

Bobbie Williams

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

4:30pm-6:00pm

SPRI® 360 TRAINING: CORE COMBUSTION

Patrick Goudeau

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

4:30pm-6:00pm

Schwinn® Cycling: 10 Minutes to Your Next 10 Rides

Doris Thews

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

4:30pm-6:00pm

Deep Release

Daina Boeschenstein

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

4:30pm-6:00pm

Stress, Cortisol and Obesity

Len Kravitz

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

Sunday, February 26th

8

8:00am-9:45am

Hip Hop Groove

Shaun T

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

8:00am-9:45am

Power Vinyasa Yoga

Rob Glick

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

9

10:15am-12:00pm

BOSU® Strong + Stretched

Rob Glick

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

10:15am-12:00pm

Warrior Within

Kimberly Spreen

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

10

12:45pm-2:30pm

SPRI® 360 TRAINING: SUPERIOR  STRENGTH

Patrick Goudeau

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

 

12:45pm-2:30pm

Yoga Nidra: A Wholistic Relaxation Technique

Sheryl Braun

.15 ACE 1.5 AFAA .15NASM .15 NETA

Travel Information

Radisson Hotel Central Dallas– University Park

6070 N. Central Expressway

Dallas, TX 75206

King or Double $95.00

Use Discount Code: EMPRWR

call 1-800-333-3333 for reservations

Radisson.com/dallastx_centralexpy

This hotel is located directly across the street, within walking distance

 

Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Q: What is Empower?

A: EMPOWER! Fitness Events are designed especially for fitness professionals as well as fitness enthusiasts. Through these regional weekend events, we, alongside the community and a team of world-renowned fitness presenters, celebrate fitness, continuing education, motivation and the desire for an overall healthy way of life for all.

The events are produced by Global Fitness Solutions, LLC and hosted in partnership with Life Time Fitness, the premier Healthy Way of Life company, in the United States.

Whether you are a fitness professional in need of your CECs or an enthusiast who simply wants to exercise with the best fitness presenters in the world, EMPOWER! is exactly where you need to be!

Q: Who should attend?

A: Anyone who has an interest in fitness and a healthy way of life!

Fitness Professionals! If you are a Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor, come to learn and grow as you earn your much-needed continuing education credits (CECs) from some of the most highly regarded presenters in the industry.

Fitness Enthusiasts! Come enjoy huge, high-energy classes led by the best teachers in the fitness industry and around the world as you support your community and celebrate a healthy way of life with friends and like-minded enthusiasts.

Q: Why is Thursday considered a "special event" day?

A: Thursday, September 22 and Friday, September 23 are considered Pre-Conference event days.  When you register for the EMPOWER! conference weekend, Thursday and the morning/day is not included in the weekend event package (Fri-Sun).  If you are interested in participating in an intensive or certification on Thursday or Friday, you will need to seperately register for each individual class.

 

REGISTRATION

Q: How do I register?

A: You can register by mail, fax, or online. For more information about how to register for the EMPOWER! Fusion event you can call 

1855 BE EMPOWERED 1 855 233 6769

empowerfitnessevents.com 

Q: How does course selection work?

A: For EMPOWER! upon registration you will be able to select your sessions. We limit the number of registrations to ensure as many attendees as possible receive all their first choice selections at the event and can easily make changes throughout the weekend at will.

 

AT THE EVENT

Q: When can I check in?

A: You can check in at the event registration desk starting each day at the following times:

Q: What will I receive at check in?


A: You will receive your check-in packet containing a schedule, wristband or ticket, and a goody bag.



Q: What should I bring?


A: Bring a photo i.d., your registration confirmation letter, exercise apparel, a water bottle, and money for lunch and shopping at the expo.



Q: How do I get a receipt?


A:  If you register online, you can print a copy of your receipt at the time of registration. If you mail or fax your registration, you can pick up a copy of your receipt at the event.

 

CECs

Q: What are CECs?


A: CEC stands for Continuing Education Credit (also referred to as CEU or Continuing Education Unit). You receive CECs by attending fitness-related educational workshops. Typically, certification organizations require that instructors earn a certain number of CECs to maintain and renew their certificates. Check with your certifying organization regarding specific requirements.



Q: How many CECs will I get for each class?


A: Each workshop equals .1/1.0 to .2/2.0 CECs from ACE, NASM, AFAA, AEA, AAAI/ISMA and NETA.



Q: How do I get my CECs for attending this event?


A: You can pick up your certificate at the event.

 

CONTACT INFORMATION

Q: Who do I contact if I have a question?

A: Global Fitness Solutions
     11 Woodswallow Lane
     Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
     P 1-855 - 233-6769      F (949) 786 2977

 
 
 

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