Group X Instructor Certification Course

Interested in becoming a Group X instructor? Take UREC’s in-house certification course!

This course includes an applied, practical understanding of the key concepts within group fitness. You will learn to instruct various class types, including:

  • butts & guts
  • barre
  • cardio dance
  • cycle
  • HIIT

You can be matched with a current instructor in the Group X program to shadow and apply the skills needed to instruct a class. At the end of this course, you can become a Group X instructor with UREC!

Note: Yoga requires a separate certification and will not be covered during this course.

Spring 2026 Course Details:

  • Cost: $50 (option to be reimbursed if you work for UREC after completion of course)
  • Dates: 8 Fridays starting 2/20 and ending 5/1 (no meetings 3/13, 3/27, 4/10)
  • Time: 10:30 a.m – noon
  • Location: Klotsche Center Group X Rooms

If you have questions, please contact El Russell, Fitness Program Supervisor, at russelek@uwm.edu.