There IS a difference between Certification and Registration

The Ontario Fitness Council supports approved Certification Providers and acts mainly as a registration and support system for Certified Fitness Leaders. The Ontario Fitness Council registers it's members following National Fitness Leadership Alliance (NFLA) performance standards, scope(s) of practice, and regulated education policies.

With a focus on health and wellness, our organization is excited and passionate to empower industry leaders to educate future and current health professionals . OFC approved education providers maintain the highest standard for fitness specialist certification. Past and present OFC/NFLA members, who are members of various certification companies, are encouraged to register or renew their certification (s) with the council to capitalize on the many Registered Fitness and Health Professional benefits.

The Ontario Fitness Council welcomes individuals certified by various international and national accredited organizations or companies, to become registered with the OFC. 

Scopes of Practice - Click Here

Performance Standards - Click Here

Business Member Trainer of Fitness Leaders

OFC recognizes Business Member Trainer of Fitness Leaders as Certification Organizations that share the common vision with the Ontario Fitness Council in delivering high standards of health and fitness for the benefit of their members as well as their member's clients.

Below are Certification Organizations that ensure their certified members meet the Scopes of Practice(s), and Performance Standards set out by the Ontario Fitness Council.  Because of this, once they register with the OFC -  certified members of these organizations receive OFC benefits such as: Low Annual Insurance Premiums (including both Public {at a corporate facility} and Private {not at a corporate facility} coverage) if they choose registration plans that include Insurance, national transferability/recognition in many specialties, individual trainer profiles within the OFC trainer directory, quarterly newsletters, individual membership wallet cards and more........

These Organizations are organized on this page from top to bottom in rank of how many of their certified members have registered with the Ontario Fitness Council. 

Fitness Kickboxing Canada

Canada’s leading authority for Fitness Boxing, Kickboxing & MMA Certifications Fitness Kickboxing Canada Incorporated (FKCI) commenced operations in Ontario and has since expanded across Canada and internationally. MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) is the fastest growing sport. As a coach of a competitive Kickboxing and MMA club and personal trainer, I find that 95% of those who come through the door are MMA/Ultimate Fighting fans that recognize the benefits of training authentically to improve overall fitness, learn proper technique and self-defense, but aren’t interested in the full contact competitive side of the sport. FKCI provide nationally recognized boxing, kickboxing and MMA certifications, continuing education workshops and seminars for fitness training in a safe and effective training program that ensures authenticity in technique and adherence to the principles of fitness training. These certifications are specifically designed for you, the trainer, to tap into that market by incorporating authentic MMA-training with your clientele

Click on the Fitness Kickboxing CANADA logo above in order to learn more about their certification benefits

The Groove Method

The GROOVE Method™ Certification process begins with participation in the GROOVE Method™ Teacher Training Course and successful completion of a GROOVE Facilitator Practicum (6 practice classes). The course educates instructors on how to TEACH using The GROOVE Method™- specifically: how to use simple movement, powerful music and motivational cueing to facilitate an inviting space for participants to be inspired to DANCE for the HEALTH of it.

Click on The Groove Method logo to the left in order to learn more about their certification benefits.

WaterART

WaterART Fitness International specializes in aquatic fitness. We offer Comprehensive and Speciality Certification programs which are available via onsite training or home study education. All candidates must achieve the same standard of excellence when completing the exam process. Our goal is to help educate the professional to better understand how to train specific exercise goals and components of fitness yet utilize the properties and protection of the water. WaterART is an acronym for understanding how to design purposeful programs. We believe that the Application of Science is an Art. OUR MOTTO: Exercise with Purpose OUR SLOGAN : The Application of Science is an ART Now is a time of great opportunity and challenge. More participants are coming to pool programs than ever before; However, there are more specialized or medical conditions so the professional must learn more to facilitate the diverse populations that may not like exercise on land.

Click on The WaterART logo above in order to learn more about their certification benefits.