Steps to Getting AFAA Certified, Post #3
September 27, 2007 at 11:12 am | In Certification, Group Fitness |Tags: afaa, Certification, exam, primary group, workshop
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Thank you so much! I wish I would have found this info. before the test. To be honest I thought I didn’t pass the written part of the exam but to my surprise I did, however I was not ready for the practical part. I think I did well with the group demonstrations but when it came down to the individual part, I did not feel I had enough time to prepare and I couldn’t think of 3 levels to demonstrate for exercises other than push ups and abs (a lot of people end up using the same exercise and I think that is what they want—like you said nothing fancy).
I became very nervous and forgot half of what I was going to demonstrate. Now I have to retake it in two weeks. I am only planning to teach spin class and maybe some strength training and floor exercises so I feel a bit limited with the aerobic part of the test.
I also believe that the instructor may have noticed I wasn’t very assertive but now I feel a lot more confident with what I know especially after reading your website.
Thanks for the examples and tips. You mentioned the 1st time you took your test; did you have to take it again? How many people end up having to retake? Just wondering if the instructor just did not like me?
Comment by rnpa — April 15, 2008 #
Congratulations on passing the written exam and good luck with your practical retake. I’m afraid I don’t know what the retake percentage is, but I believe they work hard in the workshop to keep the number low. That doesn’t mean we don’t have our slips along the way. You have the advantage of knowing what to expect firsthand now, plus the tips you can add to your presentation to be certain you will succeed!
I also do not think the instructors and testers allow any personal bias to affect their scoring. They have a list of items that you must fulfill to earn the passing grade. If you miss any of them, you won’t pass. But since you’ve seen what they are looking for, you are in good shape for trying again. Thanks for sharing your story! Let us know how it goes.
Comment by kristaleopold — April 16, 2008 #
Thanks for your quick response. I was hoping to sit through the practical part of the review but today I was told that I am only to show up for the test. I live about 1.5 hours away and was planning to get there early but I don’t want to wait until 2pm, do you think they would kick me out if I show up a bit before the practical retake? I didn’t realize the fee is another $85.00!
Comment by rnpa — April 18, 2008 #
Honestly, I have no idea whether or not they will prevent you from listening in. I would plan to arrive early on the chance that you can get in. Worst case scenario is they say “no” and you are left with all the time you need to rehearse!
Yes, the retest fee is a bit steep in my opinion too, but unfortunately you either forfeit all of the money you invested up front or fork the fee over. Best of luck!
Comment by kristaleopold — April 21, 2008 #