THURSDAY, MARCH 15 & FRIDAY, MARCH 16

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

101

YogaFit® Level One Training (W/S)

Paul Galloro

This workshop gives instructors the tools to create inspiring Vinyasa yoga classes founded on flow yet grounded in the safety of exercise science. The learning includes physical execution, transitions, and modifications to traditional yoga poses with an emphasis on effectiveness and safety. Dynamic Vinyasa sequencing, flowing class formats, and transformative language for communicating the mind-body connection have made this the most popular Vinyasa yoga style in the world today. There are no prerequisites, only the desire to learn and a commitment to attend. Training takes place over both Thursday and Friday. You have the option to purchase the required reading material, Beth Shaw's, YogaFit (2nd Ed.) with your registration. Sponsored by YOGAFIT.

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102

Beth Shaw's YogaFit (2nd Ed.)

You have the option to purchase the required reading material, Beth Shaw's, YogaFit (2nd Ed.) with your registration (to be delivered at the session).

FRIDAY, MARCH 16

5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

103

CPR Heartsaver Level A & AED

Anita Hofmann
This course is designed to educate you on the basics of adult CPR and choking emergencies so you may assist in emergency situations until Emergency Medical Services arrive. You will also learn the risk factors of heart disease, signs and symptoms of a sudden cardiac arrest, and the recovery position. The AED component of the course teaches the techniques for safe AED use, the need for AEDs, how the heart works and how to use the equipment safely on a victim of sudden cardiac arrest. The course is designed for anyone interested in helping in emergency situations.

Please note: This pre-conference workshop is located at the Dieppe GoodLife Fitness, 795 Main St, Moncton, NB, E1C 1G2.

SATURDAY, MARCH 17

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

201

Absolutely Aerobics (W/S)

Geoff Bagshaw

No ifs, ands, or buts, this is hi/low aerobics at its best! Who says "aerobics is dead?" With the joy and freedom of movement you expect from hi/low, Geoff will have you jumping, leaping, spinning, and grapevine-ing with a smile on your face.

202

"Big Bang" Exercises (L)

Yves Ethier

This interactive demonstration will take your knowledge of functional exercise into the stratosphere with "big bang" exercises. Using multiple planes of movement and addressing several biomotor abilities at once, a big bang exercise condenses the benefits of many different exercises into one, saving time and making efficient use of space and equipment. Learn techniques to ascend (make harder) and descend (make easier) a big bang exercise to customize the experience for each individual client's needs. Sponsored by CHEK INSTITUTE.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

211

YogaCore® (W/S)

Paul Galloro

From the creators of YogaFit comes a great new way to work your entire core centre, the strength of which is crucial to any yoga practice. A strong core provides mind and body enhancement. YogaCore follows the traditional fitness format of warm up, work, and cool-down as well as deep relaxing stretches and final relaxation. Sponsored by YOGAFIT.

212

Presentation Plus (L)

Geoff Bagshaw

Ideally suited to the new or intermediate-level instructor, this lecture does more than cover the skills you need to effectively lead a strong group exercise class. It also gives you that "X factor" that takes your class to the next level and leaves your participants wanting more. Topics include choreography, development, and breakdown, useful cueing skills, and how to add polish to your presentation. Learn how to be the best instructor you can be!

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

221

Flex and Flow (W/S)

Paul Galloro

Flex and Flow is a unique fusion of strength training and total-body stretching. The "Flex" refers to isometric holds in traditional yoga postures aimed at strengthening and toning the body's major muscle groups. The "Flow" will bring you great cardiovascular benefit while learning to work your body and mind in a unique way. As a strengthening program, YogaFit Flex and Flow provides a comprehensive, time-efficient, and functional way to strengthen all your muscles using your own body weight as resistance. Sponsored by YOGAFIT.

222

Better Butt, Better Back (L)

Yves Ethier

A functional butt is essential for a healthy back and spine! Mark explains how the gluteal muscles interact with the torso and extremities, showing the different sling systems that act on the body to create stabilization and produce movement. These relationships are crucial for improved functional capacity and decreased spinal stress. Learn assessments for the lumbo-pelvic region, effective stretches, and functional exercises to improve performance and enhance aesthetics. Sponsored by CHEK INSTITUTE.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

231

G.I. Geoff's NAKED Boot Camp (W/S)

Geoff Bagshaw

No, you're not working out in the buff! But we will be going au naturel with no equipment required. This workshop gives you the tools to deliver calorie-torching workouts that combine fat-blasting cardio intervals with full-body dynamic strength conditioning. Prepare for battle.

232

Rotational Training for Performance (L)

Yves Ethier

Since no human movement is truly linear, rotational training is essential for successful sports performance, rehabilitation, and general conditioning. This important exercise component, however, is poorly understood and badly applied by many professionals. Yves explains why rotational training is so vital to optimal functioning and shows how to assess and improve rotational stabilization through the different segments of the body. Learn how to improve rotational strength and force generation for throwing sports, swinging a golf club, bat, or racquet, and discover exercises progressing from isolation to integration. Sponsored by CHEK INSTITUTE.