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| STEP 1 | STEP 2 | STEP 3 | STEP 4 |
| Read the Instructor Program Information | Fill out the course application | Pay the course fee of $1395* |
Read, sign and mail the CRCWIT agreement |
| ChiRunning/ChiWalking Instructor Training (CRCWIT) Schedule | ||
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| Location | Date | |
| Chicago, IL | May 27-30, 2010 | |
| Amsterdam, Netherlands |
May 27-30, 2010 | |
| Boston, MA | October 7-10, 2010 | |
* You may also make two payments: $550 deposit and $845 balance. You must pay at least $550 (in addition to signing the CRCWIT Agreement) before receiving the Home Study materials. The remaining balance is due at least four weeks before Instructor Training course in which you enrolled.
Certified ChiRunning & ChiWalking Instructor Program
ChiRunning and ChiWalking Instructor candidates will be trained by a Master Instructor who has been personally trained by Danny Dreyer, the founder and creator of ChiRunning and ChiWalking. As a Certified Instructor you will receive the support of the whole ChiLiving, Inc. team.
Certified ChiRunning & ChiWalking Instructors can:
- Teach individuals and groups the ChiRunning and ChiWalking technique
- Give public talks and presentations
- Lead group runs and group walks
- Write articles about ChiRunning and/or ChiWalking (with final approval from Danny)
- Use the ChiRunning and ChiWalking logo to market your business (as specified)
- Have a free listing on the ChiRunning and ChiWalking websites
- Sell ChiRunning and ChiWalking products
- Have the opportunity to Join the ChiLiving, Inc. Marketing Program
The ChiRunning & ChiWalking Certification Course Includes:
- Certified Instructor Home Study course
- 4-days of training by a Master Instructor
- ChiRunning Book and DVD
- ChiWalking Book and DVD
- Instructor Manuals
- Practical Exam
- Written Exam
- Free listing on the ChiRunning and ChiWalking websites when Certification is complete
We highly recommend having a good anatomy book, as there will be anatomy questions on the practical exam. One book we highly recommend is Strength Training Anatomy by Frederic Delavier, as it's the best book we've yet found on the subject. Another highly recommended book is Pelvic Power for Men and Women by Eric Franklin.
“Of all the ECA conferences I’ve been to this was the best session ever!!”
“Best of weekend. Very clear, organized. Useful personally and in terms of applying the principles to other disciplines (Pilates Training). Excellent!”
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Certification Requirements
ChiRunning & ChiWalking Certification Requirements
Nos. 1 & 2 below are required before attending the four-day CRCWIT course. Nos. 3-10 are not required for participation in the four-day course, but are required for certification. You must fulfill all requirements within one year after the course in order to avoid penalties.
- Attendance at a ChiRunning workshop/individual session with Certified Instructor
- 20 hours of readying/viewing and studying the ChiRunning Book and DVD
- Complete the Certified Instructor Home Study Program**
- Four-day Instructor Course (Thursday through Sunday)
- Current CPR certification (Red Cross offers a course)
- Personal Trainer Insurance (Recommended site: www.sportsfitness.com. You can purchase this for approximately $150 per year)
- Pass the written exam given on the first day of the CRCWIT***
- Pass the practical exam give on the last day of the CRCWIT***
- Complete 10 hours of ChiRunning coaching practice, after CRCWIT attendance
- Complete 4 hours of ChiWalking coaching practice, after CRCWIT attendance
- Complete 8 hours of assistant-coaching with Danny or a Master Instructor that includes both ChiRunning and ChiWalking, after CRCWIT attendance. Note: If this is not possible, ChiLiving will determine a comparable requirement.
- Submit a DVD to a Master Instructor for review of your teaching style/effectiveness.***
**The Home Study Program is a vital part of the Instructor Program. We recommend a minimum of 30 hours of study, and 8 hours of practice-teaching before attending the CRCWIT course. You will be expected to teach lessons 0-5.5 and take a written test of the materials presented in the ChiRunning Instructor's Manual on the first day of the CRCWIT course. There will be a written exam of all materials presented in the Home Study Course on the last day of the CRCWIT and another test of lessons 6-12 on the final day, in addition to a practical exam.
***A combined score of 4 out of 5 must be earned before you can become certified.
Course and Certification FeesThe ChiRunning and ChiWalking Certification Program Fee is $1395. Early Bird Special Pricing is available for each Instructor Training if you pay in full 4+ months in advance. Thereafter, pricing is $1395.00. Sign up early and save 11%! The discount will be taken for the 2nd payment/installment; all deposits must be $550.
This includes all courses, programs and materials mentioned above (does not include recommended books) and your first year Certification Fee.
If you do not pay the entire cost of the course upfront, a minimum deposit of $550 is required to receive the Home Study materials and reserve your space. Full payment of $845 is due two weeks prior to the four-day Course. Please see the links above to pay the full deposit of the particular course you'd like to attend.
International applicants are required to pay the full amount and will be charged for additional shipping and handling costs. Please contact ChiLiving for more information.
Cancellation Policy
The deposit is non-refundable. If you pay the full amount of the course upfront and cancel 4 or more weeks before the first day of the 4-day course, you will receive a refund less $550. If you cancel less than 4 weeks from the start of the course, your payments are non-refundable, but applicable toward another CRCWIT within 1 year.
Certification Policy
Danny Dreyer or a Master Instructor must approve your final certification. An additional review of your teaching may be required if you are not approved. You will receive written instructions as to what you need to do to become Certified.
Annual Certification Renewal Fee and Recertification Course
Every two years you will be required to take a Recertification Course and every year you will be required to pay an annual fee. Your annual fee will cover the cost of this recertification course. Contact ChiLiving for details about annual fee requirements and attendance at a recertification course.
