This course is designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills in preparation for a nationally accredited certification exam in group fitness instruction and to enable students to become effective group fitness instructors (GFIs). Topics include guidelines for instructing safe, effective, and purposeful exercise, essentials of the instructor–participant relationship, principles of motivation to encourage adherence in the group fitness setting, effective instructor-to-participant communication techniques, methods for enhancing group leadership, and the GFI’s professional role.