Thank you for your interest in offering programs designed to help people take control of their arthritis. Whether you’re a current program leader or partner facility or just looking for more information on becoming a leader or partner facility, here’s where you’ll find the information on how to get and stay involved!
Interested in becoming a Certified Program Instructor?
Join the Arthritis Foundation to become a Certified Leader or Instructor of the Arthritis Foundation Exercise, Tai Chi, Aquatic or Walk with Ease Programs. Learn how to help others take control of their arthritis through these valuable programs.
Become a leader or instructor to plan and lead quality Arthritis Foundation classes for people with arthritis. Review the position descriptions for more information.
Aquatic | Exercise | Walk with Ease | Tai Chi
The Arthritis Foundation Exercise, Aquatic, Tai Chi, and Walk with Ease Program Leader/Instructor Trainings will provide you with the in-depth knowledge necessary to successfully lead these classes. Training curricula includes:
• Principles of exercise physiology and exercise movement or aquatic exercise
• Joint protection and safety principles
• Communication skills
• Group dynamics
What is required to become a certified AF Program instructor?
Certification Requirements
Leader Statement of Understanding
Training Workshop Information (Recertification/Certification)
2013 Programs for Better Living
Instructor Training Dates
Walk With Ease Program (New Certifications and Recertifications)
These trainings are offered online only. Click here for additional leader/instructor information
Click here for WWE training workshop application. Once completed, submit to Ayana Charleston, Program Director.
Exercise Program (New Certifications and Recertifications)
Check back for 2014 dates
Tai Chi Program (New Certifications and Recertifications)
Check back for 2014 dates
Aquatics Program (New Certifications and Recertifications)
December 2013 (exact date and location - TBD)
Register in October
If you are teaching in an approved Georgia facility, there will be no charge for the trainings*
*An approved facility is one in which a co-sponsorship agreement (contract) has been established with the Arthritis Foundation.
Resources for Program Instructors
New Marketing Materials
Customizable marketing materials are available to promote your classes. Brochures, ads, and flyers are available for each program. Click here for these materials:
Data Collection Forms
Please use these forms to submit required quarterly data.
The Arthritis Foundation is working in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to show how many people benefit from our programs. We rely on the quarterly reports from our partners to measure program growth and to ensure continued federal support.
