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Attention Members


If you already hold an IFA certification, you are eligible to apply for the Master Fitness program. Click here for the requirements to this very special certification level Master Fitness Certification.

Members who are due for Recertification, should take the test at least two weeks before your expiration date to avoid a gap in your membership and insurance. Your new Certification Card will start on the date the old one expires. Certifications are mailed within 72 hours of payment. You can then print out an interim certificate using the Get Certificate option for use until your materials arrive in the mail.

IFA Certified Instructors seeking insurance, contact: K & K Insurance at 800-506-4856. In Canada contact: HUB International HKMB Limited, Kaley Lochhead at 1-877-348-7764.

SEMINAR ATTENDEES: Verify your status here using your CI number. If you are not listed as active yet or do not have a CI number, call 407-579-8610.

IFA Instructors and Clubs interested in Hosting a certification workshop, Email or call us at 407-579-8610.

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