learn what it takes to become an instructor

Physically

• All prospective instructors must meet our Fitness and Weight Standards  
• All prospective instructors will verify their current exercise regimen by completing an Exercise Calendar that comes with the application.
• All prospective instructors will complete and submit a  Health History Form as part of their application.
  
• All Body & Soul instructors must be CPR certified, therefore all prospective instructors must become certified as part of the approval process before teaching their first class.
• Once approved, all new instructors will work towards group fitness instructor certification to be completed one year from approval.

Spiritually / Emotionally

• We require that all prospective and active instructors adhere to the basic statement of what we believe that is found with our instructor application.
• Because faith is an essential part of our program your personal spiritual experience is important to us. All instructors must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.  If you aren’t sure about this, check out Faith & Fitness – Your Spiritual Journey.
• All prospective and active instructors must be involved in ongoing activities that promote spiritual growth and be willing to be accountable in this area.
• All prospective and active instructors must be active members of a local church and submit a  Recommendation Form  from a leader at their church.
• All prospective instructors should be at a point emotionally and in their time management where they can add the responsibility of leading a fitness class to their life. We want teaching for Body & Soul to be a joy, not a burden!  Please consider carefully any other commitments you have and be sure you have time to add this to your life.
• If married, it is important to us that prospective instructors have their husband's support because they will be committing a considerable amount of their time to this.