TOP Secrets of the World's Greatest Instructors, interpreted by Gloria Alvarez in her own words. Gloria attended this workshop at IDEA 2000. Read this simple advice that some instructors may be overlook... Click for the full article.

Looking for Ideas for the month of December? Vitas has some ideas and choreography just for you. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Click for the full article.

Teaching Classes In Which You Do Not Hold Certifications For - Commentary by Mary Griffin (Webmaster - Gin Miller Fitness) Click for the full article.

Boot Camp - Ideas For A Great Class! Click for the full article.

An article on Step and speed...one instructor's point of view by Lee Hansen Click for the full article.

Preparation for the Class, by Nino Ruzman Click for the full article.

An interesting article on "Kickboxing and Held Hand Weights", written by AFPA Faculty (American Fitness Professionals and Associates) Member Marcus DeValentino Click for the full article.

Instructor Tips by Instructors Who Visit The Vibe. Find tips for motivation, subbing, cueing and other areas all in order to become better at what you do. Click for the full article.

Are you having problems identifying the musical phrase? Read this article to have a clearer understanding of the phrase and it's direct relation in teaching a great class. Diana includes drills and choreography too! Click for the full article.

4 more, Grapevine Right and Turn...Keep it Short & Precise. An Article on Cueing for the Group Fitness Instructor
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An article on empathy and how it plays a role in the fitness industry. Click for the full article.

You will find tips for teaching as well as tips for subbing all written by group fitness instructors. We thank you for these great reminders to make us all better. (Tips have been condensed and edited).
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Read this candid commentary by an ACE certified professional who attended the most recent DCAC's Convention 2000. I personally found, that, this commentary openly displayed the courage to discuss this never ending topic and a need to "step out of the box" and lastly, to lead from the front. It is a commentary that all fitness professionals should read to keep you on the straight and narrow... Click for the full article.

Read more what Funky Fitness is by Beth Handline, a Dancenet Fitness instructor from Jacksonville, Florida. Click for the full article.

Exciting choreography is in the eyes of the beholder. But how safe is safe? Mary D. Griffin (Gin Miller Fitness) discusses walking forward off of the platform and stepping past guidelines. You'll enjoy Mary's intelligence and straight forward approach to questions that never seem to go away. Here's what Mary thinks... Click for the full article.

This commentary written by Mary D. Griffin explores several areas that involves teaching group fitness from pay, education, certifications to choreography. Click for the full article.

Do you teach aerobics and have dealt with issues that you've overcome? The Vibe has Instructor Success stories by instructors who have done just that. It is always nice to hear how one deals with issues by tackling the obstacles they face, one day at time. If you know of instructors who have been successful in weight loss, or health issues and have overcome those issues, we would love to read about these issues and let everyone know of their success! Tell your story, inspire, motivate and help someone else. Read Gloria's success story... Click for the full article.

Do you teach aerobics and have dealt with issues that you've overcome? The Vibe has Instructor Success stories by instructors who have done just that. It is always nice to hear how one deals with issues by tackling the obstacles they face, one day at time. If you know of instructors who have been successful in weight loss, or health issues and have overcome those issues, we would love to read about these issues and let everyone know of their success! Tell your story, inspire, motivate and help someone else. Read Stacey's wonderful success story... Click for the full article.

Do you teach aerobics and have dealt with issues that you've overcome? The Vibe has Instructor Success stories by instructors who have done just that. It is always nice to hear how one deals with issues by tackling the obstacles they face, one day at time. If you know of instructors who have been successful in weight loss, or health issues and have overcome those issues, we would love to read about these issues and let everyone know of their success! Tell your story, inspire, motivate and help someone else. The Vibe's first is Cyndi... Click for the full article.

Learn how to teach tapless choreography. Diana Wolff, instructor, choreographer has written how easy it is to teach this this style to make your classes fun and tapless! Diana has included free choreography complete with arm patterns and options. Click for the full article.

Please take a few minutes to read the following recommendations article. Then, assist us by participating in this research survey, administered by the American Institute of Reboundology, Inc.: 1) How often are you rebounding? Please share with us your progress. 2) What is your primary objective? Weight Loss? Tone? Rehabilitation? Lymphatic System stimulation? Gentle bouncing to put the baby asleep? Any response is deeply appreciated! "Thank you!" -the bouncers in the research division, AIR, Inc. Research@healthbounce.com
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"The Voice of the Rebound Exercise Industry." Learn more about our fantastic bodies: The bones, striated and cardiac muscles, connective tissue and the brain all respond to exercise. But what about the lymphatic system, white blood cells and the finite mechanisms that assist us in maintaining balance? Two motivating articles by Al Carter.(Copyright & Permission granted by Al Carter, AIR, Inc.,) Click for the full article.

Vita's Vibe on Fitness - Frequently Asked Questions on How the Law Protects Trademarks Click for the full article.

Vita's Vibe on Fitness - Types of Trademarks Click for the full article.

Deciding to become a personal trainer is another step towards the continuation of educating society on health and fitness. Personal Training requires individuals who are knowledgeable, patient, have a thirst to learn, as well as a positive attitude. This article is for all personal trainers written by the owner of Fitness Resource Associates, Inc., Paula Besson, M.Ed. Click for the full article.

Including arm patterns for your class really completes your pattern as arms are included in the intensity equation. Teach lower body movement and top it off with arm patterns. Have you ever watched your class when you don't give a specific arm pattern. Where are they? OTF, yep, "out there flappin". Have you ever noticed a class where the instructor includes arms? Oh, everyone looks so good! Here are basic guidelines for arm movement. Give your class a great lower and upper body workout! Give em some arms! Click for the full article.

Need to contact an organization fast? Here is a list I've compiled specifically for the group fitness instructor. Take advantage of special prices by contacting these businesses that offer fitness instructor discounts on clothes, footwear and fitness equipment. Look and feel the best you can be! If there are more organizations that I've forgotten, feel free to contact me. Click for the full article.

Monitoring Aerobic Intensity is another important aspect of a class for the participant. It is very diffcult for participant's to improve their caridorespiratory system when there is no clear understanding of intensity and the different levels that are associated with intensity. Click for the full article.