–EMPOWER NJ

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.  1 Electronic Instructor Manual and Certificate of Completion, Online Videos to review Basic Steps, ACE CEC’s and AFAA CEU’s. Free gift included in the registration.
$50 off code: EMPOWER50

STRONG by Zumba® is a revolutionary high-intensity workout, led by music. Body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometrics are synced to original music designed to match each move. Think you have what it takes? Included: 1 Electronic Instructor Manual and Certificate of Completion, Strong by Zumba My first Class” E-learning course. Free gift included in the registration.
$50 off code: EMPOWER50

Unleash your inner rockstar in this cardio jam session inspired by the infectious, energizing and sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums.  Designed for all fitness levels, whether you’re a conditioned athlete or a beginner, POUND provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, improving your health, and rocking out! Using Ripstix® lightly weighted exercise drumsticks, participants will learn how to transform drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out. In addition to providing a challenging way to train the body, participants will learn how POUND promotes positive mood, elicits confidence, enhances unity, and ultimately, inspires positive action in life. Participants will leave this session with an understanding of POUND’s effect on the mind, body, and inner rockstar. (Master Class, No CECs)

Early Bird Price – $199

CEC’s – ACE: 0.8 | AFAA: 7 | Canfitpro: 4 | REPS: 8 | NASM: 0.7 | Fitness Australia: 5 | NAFC: 0.9 | BCRPA: 7

Prepare to rockout to incredible music as you practice and breakdown POUND® choreography, key teaching concepts and methods during this one-day, 8-hour training. Discover how POUND® integrates safety, science, movement and music to create a one-of-a-kind group fitness class for participants of all ages and stages. Each training participants receive The Official POUND® Pro Training Guide, their own set of Ripstix®, access to our online instructor network, The Label and on-going support from the team at POUND® HQ.  Price: $199 early bird 2 weeks prior; $249 for two weeks leading up to event; $289onsite. To register:  https://poundfit.com/eventlistings/empower-2020/

Empower! 2020

Discover new ways to meet each practice through a deeper understanding of the history and foundations of the practice we know and love called Yoga. Unfold the deep layers of the 8 limbs in order to deliver an experience that is rich in the roots of the many forms we practice on our mats and in our lives.

Challenge yourself to an innovative, tough and hard-hitting boxing-inspired experience!  Learn and explore conditioning moves the champs do to prepare to be victorious in the ring! Leave with an understanding of how to put together an experience that leaves your participants feeling strong, empowered, and ready to crush their day!

Built off of our ever popular EDG Cycle program, this class is Cardio and Resistance training at its best.  The Class is a blend of objective based cardiovascular drills on the indoor bike followed by well-designed conditioning segments.  If you are looking for a fast, efficient and results-driven class, this is for you.

A one stop shop of a calorie-scorching, strength-building workout that consists of challenging sets focused on building strong and powerful legs and glutes.

It has been quoted that it is not the strongest or most intelligent that survive, yet the ones who can best manage change that do. This comprehensive workshop will uncover the essential qualities and skills that reset the curiosity that stems from the depths of your passion that drives your purpose into each class experience as if it is the first time every time, with deeper knowledge and skill set, to be the expert that you are.

Begin.  Learn to teach every student to begin.  Whether that’s beginning to understand sensation in the moment, finding breath, understanding the reactions of one’s mind.  This functional/sensational based class challenges everyone to slow down, root into themselves for stronger living.

Calling all indoor cycle coaches! This session will break down top tips for teaching with the power console and how to connect your class design and objective to every individual using smart metrics and relatable, sensational cues that will result in their best ride – every time.

Upper RX is your upper body and core remedy. This workout is a strength, power training, and core integrated workout designed to shred the back, shoulders, and arms while sculpting the core. Come and get your upper body RX.

The abdominal series of five is infamous! It challenges strength, stamina, stability and flexibility. The possibilities are limitless with these 5 exercises come and explore new and classic variations and how to use props to keep this incredible series fresh and challenging for your students.

Props aren’t just for mat work! Learn how toPick the right tool for the right job and put it to work on the reformer. Don’t just grab a prop for fun- understand how to use the prop as a power tool for enhancing Pilates performance. Learn a systematic approach to optimize prop selection to improve body mechanics, body awareness, and movement quality.

A short amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person. This session goes under the layers of the overall experience to talk about the real ‘stuff’. Learn how to effectively use story-telling, theming, have conversation and effective usage of benefits and facts in an authentic and connected fashion. Leave with the ability to tell a story as the ultimate connection that involves your participants as the main characters and co-writing the chapters within every class.

When art and science meet to create the ultimate experience – the beat drops right where it’s meant to with every pedal stroke. Explore the many benefits and how to use the science of integrating music and movement to enhance participant motivation and performance in any indoor cycle class in this interactive session.

Unleash your inner rockstar in this cardio jam session inspired by the infectious, energizing and sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums.  Designed for all fitness levels, whether you’re a conditioned athlete or a beginner, POUND provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, improving your health, and rocking out! Using Ripstix® lightly weighted exercise drumsticks, participants will learn how to transform drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out. In addition to providing a challenging way to train the body, participants will learn how POUND promotes positive mood, elicits confidence, enhances unity, and ultimately, inspires positive action in life. Participants will leave this session with an understanding of POUND’s effect on the mind, body, and inner rockstar. (no cec’s)

Tower classes are a great way to challenge students and keep them coming back. Learn a systematic approach to sequencing tower sessions that go beyond traditional tower exercises and also include mat, reformer and chair exercises on the tower. You will walk away with a full tower class and new thought process to create your own.

Learn how to take a simple yoga class to an exemplary yoga experience through 7 guidelines that will expand upon your teaching to elevate an offering of a physical experience to beyond the physical. You will walk away with the understanding of how to prioritize, create and deliver a conscious and connected practice.

This session will explore the art of mood shifting using lighting, music and movement to enhance every rhythmic ride experience. Uncover and learn how to deliver an indoor cycle experience that goes beyond just riding to a beat!

The most powerful voice is one that has purpose. This session will provide and play in multiple exercises, methods and tools to train your face, which in turn, unlocks your voice to grab the attention of any audience and create a long and lasting impression! Leave with the understanding of how to carry your words beyond the hype and transform your knowledge into transferrable inspiration through simple, authentic and opportune moments. The world is ready to hear you.

This dynamic yoga class takes you through a flow of guided poses, encouraging growth and exploration in your practice while synchronizing your breath with traditional yoga movements.

Examine refined listening skills that allow you to lead with empathy and understanding. At the end of the day, the greatest gift to any human is to be understood. The only way to do that is to let them speak. The answers are always in the question. Understand the art of asking questions, and you will uncover all the answers you need.

When Stages Indoor Cycling teamed up with UKActive to do a study around indoor cycling, 79% of riders said the instructor was ‘critical’ when deciding which class to attend. The importance of music was rated 4.3 on a scale of 5, across all age groups.

In today’s evolving indoor cycling market, there is a clear need for an educational course that combines training instructors in musicality and coaching skills. Welcome to Stages BEATS: the Stages solution to your ‘Rhythm’ ride class program.

COURSE INCLUSIONS:
+ The Science of Music and Exercise
+ Music Theory 101
+ Master bike set-up and pedal technique
+ To The Beat: Beat Matching and Musical Structure
+ Weights Done Right
+ Adding Movement: The C.A.S.E. Paradigm (Control, Alignment, Safety, Effectiveness)
+ Music Mapping
+ The Class: choreographing a journey
+ Commanding the Stage: coaching on and off the bike
+ Practical Application and Teachbacks
+ Hands-on learning experience with a Stages BEATS Master Educator
+ Certificate of completion
+ Minimum of 0.8/8 CECs/CEUs (USA)
+ Accredited by AFAA, ACE, NASM, REPs, and more

In this session, there will be a look into the anatomical breakdown of basic yoga postures through ancient methodologies. Applying this knowledge is the art to be explored and assist in developing deeper and more connected cues and connections to the sensations as each unique body finds their own way into the asana.

Fluidity meets function on the barre for a foundational ballet technique experience that combines cardio, strength, flexibility and core work all in one.

Authenticity is the connection to reality through honest relationships that are built on an ethical foundation where leadership is positive and driven by truthful concepts that promotes acceptance. This workshop will explore what it is you truly stand for by identifying your values that establish your mission, your vision and your personal brand that founds your why behind everything you do.

Take play to a whole new level in any practice and expand upon the shapes we have come to love and fear on our mats with binding, getting upside down and balances. Learn techniques and applications that will provide a freedom from inhibition to break through and take flight into these beloved ‘fiery’ postures.

Get ready to learn tips, tricks and tools to help navigate the digital world and array of social media platforms. This session is a guide to developing strong content that promotes your personal brand and allows you to build an online and offline community. We will unwrap the questions of what to post, where to post, when to post and how much is too much. #ownit