Stages ONE Virtual Certification • Sunday, April 18, 2021

Your Introduction into the world of Indoor Cycling

#WEKNOWCYCLING

The Stages ONE Instructor Certification is the first step in a line of courses designed to elevate the knowledge and understanding of Indoor Cycling for instructors. Teaching with or without technology, with a power meter or to the beat of the music, we all need to start somewhere. We created this course to provide both new and returning indoor cycling leaders with the tools and information necessary to instruct safe, fun, and effective classes. Take the first pedal stroke, and...
Welcome to our Stages ONE Virtual Certification!

WHAT YOU GET:
  • Full access to our Online Certification (8+ hours of content, videos, class templates, etc.) – ideally to be completed before the Virtual Campus
  • An interactive & engaging 4-Hour Virtual Campus with a select group of ten attendees led by a Stages Master Educator – LIVE through Videoconference, split into two 2-hour modules:
    • Indoor Cycling: What's work have to do with it?
    • The Plan: Class Design for Success (Structure-driven vs. Music-driven, Cadence & Resistance Combinations...)
      • Break
    • The Invisible Road: Music in Indoor Cycling (Tempo vs. Feel, Music Sources and Playlist Creation, Practical Examples)
    • In the Studio: Tech, Tips & Tricks of the Trade
    • Q&A + Final Roundtable
  • 8 Continuing Education Credits
  • Certificate of Completion

WHEN?:

  • Online Certification: You can complete the Online Certification portion at your own leisure. However, it is highly encouraged that you complete it and pass the assessment prior to the Virtual Campus.
  • Virtual Campus: Sunday, April 18, 2021 from 12 pm to 4:30 pm EST via Zoom

* TO ENSURE THE QUALITY OF THE INTERACTIVE VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE, THIS TRAINING IS LIMITED TO TEN ATTENDEES.


Your Instructor


Russell Smith
Russell Smith

Russell hails from New York City and has been full time in the fitness world for 14+ years. His original discipline, Indoor Cycling, continues to drive his passion for the industry. He started as a cycling Instructor at New York Health and Racquet Club In 2006. He was discovered by Equinox Fitness Clubs while studying with Power Pilates in NYC. Working at the SoHo Equinox location he quickly rose to Tier 3+ trainer, attaining many certifications along the way. He moved with Equinox to Florida in 2016. He is currently the Group Fitness Manager at Equinox Brickell Heights in Miami.

Russell has been featured in local television spots, radio shows, and articles celebrating the Equinox brand. In addition to his management duties at Equinox, Russell has recently joined forces with Stages Indoor Cycling as a Master Educator. He also holds certifications with; NCSF, Mad Dog Athletics, Schwinn Indoor Cycling, Power Pilates, Kettle Bell Athletics, Trigger Point Therapy, to name a few. "My goal in my life and my career Is to continue my growth and education so that I may help members and instructors alike achieve their goals and realize their dreams"


Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What is included in this Virtual Certification?
• Full access to our Online Certification (8+ hours of content, videos, class templates, etc.) – ideally to be completed before the Virtual Campus • An interactive & engaging 4-Hour Virtual Campus with a select group of attendees led by a Stages Master Educator – LIVE through Videoconference, split into two 2-hour modules. • 8 Continuing Education Credits • Certificate of Completion
Be part of the most up-to-date, comprehensive, practical and interactive Indoor Cycling digital certification in the market. Remember, to ensure the quality of our interactive experience, this Virtual Certification is limited to ten attendees.

This course is closed for enrollment.