FITPRO Blog
Another Successful Project Done!
The Institute of Fitness Professionals (FitPro) is an Accredited Education and Training Provider with CATHSSETA. In collaboration with our SDF partner, Damaria Consulting, FitPro hosted an Internship program for 2 learners in 2019. The program was an all-round success...
A Year of a Lifetime: 2024 National Certificate
FitPro is committed to offering accredited fitness certifications with the highest integrity. Our fitness education manuals and delivery is constantly evaluated and updated. Through solid science, research and experience our students are well prepared. This daily...
Exercise is the Most Important Medicine!
Exercise is the Most Important Medicine for COVID-19 Georgia Torres, PhD; Demitri Constantinou, MBChB, FACSM; Philippe Gradidge, PhD; Deepak Patel, MD; and Jon Patricios, MBBCh, MMedSci AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE: EXERCISE IS MEDICINE, VOLUME 22, NUMBER 8,...
How do I become a Personal Trainer?
To be a Personal Fitness Trainer, you need to complete an accredited certification. FitPro is an Accredited and well sought out Education and Training Provider. The Personal Fitness Training Certification is a 6-8 month online programme that is aimed at developing the...
What is the National Certificate in Fitness?
The National Certificate in Fitness develops the complete fitness professional. This is a 1 year full time programme. How do I become qualified in National Certificate in Fitness? Complete this NQF 5 qualification with FitPro. This course includes 4 Industry...
Class of 2022
The National Certificate of Fitness in 2022 was the first uninterrupted Academic year since 2019! It was an experience of sheer freedom to go from masks to open faces. Each student walks in with so many aspirations, which only grow and expand as the year continues....
Head-to-Toe Considerations for the Postpartum Endurance Athlete
Congratulations on becoming a mom, and welcome back to the world of endurance training! This is an exciting time, but also one that requires some adjustments to your training plan. Here's a breakdown of key areas to consider for a safe and successful...
Exercise During Cancer Treatment: A Key Factor in Reducing Hospitalization
Authors: David Mizrahi, Jonathan Lai, Hayley Wareing, Yi Ren, Tong Li, Christopher Swain, David Smith, Diana Adams, Alexandra Martiniuk, Michael David In this blog post, we explore the impact of exercise on hospitalization rates during cancer treatment, shedding light...
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: CLASS OF 2023
Dear Full Time Class of 2023 You are cordially invited to attend your Graduation ceremony: Friday, 16 February 2024 05:30pm for 06:00pm (we will finish around 7:00pm) Please bring along your 2 BIGGEST FANS to share this evening with you. Are you able to attend...
Psych yourself up for exercise
Director at Fitpro- Institute of Fitness Professionals, Derek Archer, presents on some tips on how to psych yourself up for the early morning workout or just moving from a “Lazy” routing to an exercise filled routine. LISTEN NOW!
Mobility and Flexibility for Cyclists!
On Sunday, 19 November thousands of cyclists will take to the streets of Johannesburg at the Virgin Active 947 Ride Joburg Cycle Race. A few hundred of those enthusiastic riders are there in full support of the Reach for a Dream Foundation. At FitPro, we are very...
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FITPRO IS PARTNERING WITH REACH FOR A DREAM
On Sunday, 19 November thousands of cyclists will take to the streets of Johannesburg at the Virgin Active 947 Ride Joburg Cycle Race. A few hundred of those enthusiastic riders are there in full support of the Reach for a Dream Foundation. FitPro will be there to...