Oct 24, 2026  
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
CURRENT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
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PE 485 - Group Fitness Practicum


A 30-hour practical fitness coaching experience in a fitness club/recreation center setting. This practicum provides students with hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and leading group fitness programs. Students will complete an internship in a group fitness setting while engaging in applied coursework that builds skills in exercise instruction, safety, programming, and participant motivation. This course aligns with ACSM Group Exercise Instructor (GEI) standards and complements HPE 484 Individual Fitness Practicum, providing a pathway toward careers as fitness instructors or personal trainers within the Coaching Minor.

Prerequisites: (HPE 355   and HPE 358  ) or HPE 365  
Credits: 2



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