Chair One Fitness a comprehensive chair-based dance fitness program. You can become an instructor or enjoy or On Demand workouts.

Our program was created for individuals who have complications standing during a fitness regimen. This includes senior citizens, people with balance deficits, injuries, disabilities, or suffering from obesity.  It is designed to keep individuals mobile and to ensure they remain progressive in daily function and/or recovery. This program delivers a fun, musically driven, interactive, full body workout that uplifts people through dance and fitness movements.

The Chair One Fitness Instructor Training is designed for any person who wishes to provide fitness classes to people of all abilities. Included in the training:

-Chair One Fitness Instructor Manual

-Chair One Fitness Certificate of Completion

-Continuing Education Units/Credits depending on organization

-License to teach Chair One Fitness classes (License does not expire for Instructor Portal members. License expires after 1-year for non-members)

There are three options to become a Chair One Fitness Instructor.  In-person classes (if they are available in your area), live virtual training (via Zoom) or our Complete Online Course.

• View upcoming dates and register at the top of this page
• All trainings are 9 hours and include a lunch break
• For Zoom trainings, you will be sent all the materials you need via email ahead of the class date
• For the Complete Online Course, you have 30 days from registration to complete the training

Yes, a participant must be 18 years or older to attend any Chair One Fitness Instructor certification training.

The Chair One Fitness certification will not expire for those who join the Chair One Fitness Instructor Portal. For non-members the certification will expire after one year.

After the cost of registration, the only additional cost is if the instructor takes advantage of the Instructor Portal.  Monthly ($25/mo.) and Yearly ($175/yr.) options are available.

Those who complete the Live Zoom Instructor Training have the opportunity to receive their certificate of completion that same day. Those who take the Complete Online Course have the luxury to move at their own pace, but in order to receive their certificate of completion, they must “Cross the Finish Line” by submitting an assessment video.

Yes! The demand is high! Our senior population is currently one of the fastest growing as “Baby Boomers” are now being called the “Silver Tsunami.” There is also an increasing demand for inclusivity – to provide fitness and wellness options to all people no matter their age, size or ability.

Chair One Fitness is a Pre-Approved course for many organizations. Members of those organizations will receive 8 CEUs/CECs unless noted below:

NCCAP – National Certification Council for Activity Professionals

NCTRC – National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification

NASM – National Academy of Sports Medicine

AFAA – Aerobic and Fitness Association of America

NCCDP – National Certification Council for Dementia Practitioners

APNCC – Activity Professionals National Credentialing Center (formerly NAAPCC)

NZSDRT – Diversional and Recreational Therapist in New Zealand

CANFITPRO – Canadian Fitness Professionals, Inc. (4 CEUs)

AUSActive (10 CEU’s)

We do not provide music; however all of our songs can be found on iTunes, YouTube and other popular platforms.

If you know of a facility that might be interested in hosting a Chair One Fitness Instructor Training, ask the potential host to email [email protected] or fill out the form above on this page.

Requirements to Host a Training:

-Minimum of 25 people

-Must provide facility and chairs

-Must provide table for check-in

-Must actively promote training

Retake the Chair One Fitness Instructor Training. By retaking the Chair One Fitness Instructor Training, you’ll not only renew your certificate, you’ll get a fresh perspective on teaching our classes.

If you choose to sign up for the Instructor Portal membership upon completion of your training, your certification won’t expire as long as that membership is active.

During the Chair One Fitness Instructor Training, we have an entire section dedicated to preparing you to teach both in-person and virtually. After completing the Instructor Training, you can begin teaching whenever you feel comfortable and ready. Every instructor is an independent contractor, which gives you the freedom to set your own schedule, rates, terms, agreements, etc. at any facility you choose.

If you have a conflict, we highly recommend that you take an Instructor Training at another time when you are able to stay for the duration of the class. Your Lead Educator will cover a lot of very important information, and to ensure you will be prepared as an instructor, it is important for you to attend the complete duration of the training.

Additionally, there are attendance requirements for receiving full CEU credit as well.

If you are unable to attend your training, you have two options:

1. You can request a refund within the first 24 hours of purchase.   A $75 USD cancellation fee will apply for all cancellation requests. 

2. You can transfer your registration to another training within 1-year of the original training date.

To proceed with either option, please email [email protected]

You should wear comfortable clothes that are easy for you to move in, along with extra clothes in case you sweat and would like to change. Bring a towel and water. Although we provide a downloadable instructor manual, bring a notebook and pen to take additional notes.

Chair One Fitness On Demand workouts are pre-recorded 30-45min classes that you can work out with from just about anywhere.

You can select high intensity or low intensity.  Or you can work out with your favorite instructor!

On Demand workouts are perfect for at home, personal use or at a community with residents/members.

Get more information and try On Demand workouts for free here.

No, only a Chair One Fitness Lead Educator can train someone to become an instructor. If someone on your team is interested in teaching, they must register for and complete the Chair One Fitness Instructor Training.

As sad as we are to see you go, we understand when things have to end.  We do need you to speak briefly with someone from our Membership Team to properly end your subscription.  Please call (510) 707-6476 or email [email protected] to request cancellation and talk to someone from our Membership Team.

Please note that all requests can take up to 14 business days to process.  Membership can be canceled at any time.  Pro-rated refunds are not given, except on Yearly memberships that are canceled within a 14 day window from renewal date.

Once you end your membership, you will have to recertify yearly by retaking a Chair One Fitness Instructor Training course.  You will also lose access to:

• Chair One Fitness choreography and music videos
• Instructor resources
• 30 minute On Demand workout catalog
• Marketing resources
• Merchandise discounts (and first selection on new merch)