PFA Certification

FAQs about our certification courses

Are There Any Live Certification Trainings Near Me?

Our live training events are conducted all over the U.S., in Mexico and New Zealand, and are based on demand.  We offer Live Group Certification Trainings as well as offering Live Private Certification.  We are also offering virtual group certific...

What is the difference between live, online and hybrid certification trainings?

We offer our various methods for our certification trainings so you can choose the method that is best for YOU! Live Trainings : Group Certification: We can set these training and certification courses up for your studio or you can join one that ...

Why Should I Get Certified with the PFA?

The first Pole Fitness Alliance (also known as PoleMoves) certification course was created in 2008.  The original creator of the trainings, Rebekah Hennes has also been certified as a personal trainer, group trainer and nutritionist for decades wh...

What Fitness Organizations Endorse the PFA Courses?

American Council on Exercise (ACE) National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) SINEFYD CEDPRO Entrenador Pro

How do I register for upper level certifications?

I can't seem to find the Level 2 or Level 3 certification course registration. Help! You must successfully complete Level 1 before beginning Level 2 and you must successfully complete Level 2 before beginning Level 3.  Current Instructor Members c...

Do you offer payment plans?

We offer a 3-payment plan for our online courses. There is a nominal fee to split your payments and 3 equal payments will be charged to your payment method. The first payment will be made upon purchase, the second will be made 30 days from purchas...

How long do I have to finish my certification course?

For the online courses, you have a full 365 days to complete your course, but the vast majority of students finish in under four months (and some within a single month).  We allow a full year to finish the course to allow for life events and minor...

What if I don't finish my online certification course in time?

If you are injured during your course timeframe, you may submit a doctor's note to "freeze" your course until you are able to resume your coursework. Otherwise, if you are unable to complete the course within the 365 days, you can purchase an addi...

Are There Pre-Requisites for Certification?

If you would like to receive your Level 1 Certification, we strongly suggest that you are comfortable with basic spins and climbs before beginning the course as you are limited to one year to complete the course.  If you are unsure about your leve...

Can I get certified if I've never poled before?

You will have to demonstrate proficiency with basic spins and climbs to pass the certification, so if you have not poled or are not comfortable with basic spins and basic climbs, we recommend starting with the CEC course to familiarize yourself wi...

Can I take the Level 2 and 3 certification courses online?

We currently offer Level 1 and 2 as fully online certification courses.  Due to the higher level of moves and spotting requirements for Level 3, the Level 3 course is being offered as a "partial online" meaning that you could complete the majority...