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Fitness Certifications

Become a certified fitness instructor by obtaining a group fitness certification. RecWell hosts certifications on campus and offers online certifications where applicable. All NCAA-accredited certifications are accepted.

Upcoming Certifications

February 22nd-23rd from 9AM - 5PM at Eppley Recreation Center.

Registration cost: $349.

Register here.

February 22nd-23rd from 9AM - 5PM at Eppley Recreation Center.

Registration cost: $349 

Register here.

UBOX is offered as an online certification. 

Participants can register online and use code:

 UBOX_UMD for a $50 registration discount.

Register here.

Spring 2025 details coming soon!

The next in-person certification will be held Fall 2025.

Students interested in becoming certified before that time can register for an online certification here.

The next in-person certification will be held in Fall 2025. Participants can also register for an online option such as:

February 15th from 9AM - 5PM at Eppley Recreation Center.

Registration cost: $249.00

Register here.

Other Certifications

Find Zumba certification information here.

Find ACE Group Fitness certification information here.

Find TRX certification information here.

Certification FAQs

We are always looking forward to receiving applications from credentialed instructors. If you already have a certification please submit your application with RecWell Student Employment.

Yes, we offer scholarships for the full and partial cost of certifications. Scholarships are offered once annually in the Fall semester. The current application can be found here and closes on September 20th.


Contact Us

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Melissa Minnifield

Coordinator, Fitness Programs