Become a
Certified Chi Running & Chi Walking Instructor

"I have been through many types of training seminars, both for business and athletics, this one ranks at the top." 
- Chris Fuller, President, The Sporting Life

Chi Running and Chi Walking are not only a revolutionary approach to how people run and walk, they are a fabulous career opportunity as well. If you love to run and walk and be active, why not make a living doing what you love?

Everyone who becomes a Certified Chi Running Instructor will also be certified in Chi Walking as it is an integral part of how to learn Chi Running.

Steps to Register for Chi Running & Chi Walking Certification Courses

STEP 1	STEP 2	STEP 3	STEP 4
Read this full page of Instructor Program Information	Fill out the course registration form	Pay the course fee of $1395*	Read, sign and mail the CRCWIT agreement

Chi Running/Chi Walking Instructor Training Schedule Registration and course prep are required three full months prior to ensure that you are fully prepared for your training.
Location & Master Instructor	Date of Training	Registration Cut-off Date
Boston, MA Mary Lindahl	October 7-10, 2010 SOLD OUT	---
Ft. Lauderdale/Miami, FL Mary Lindahl	February 17-20, 2011 SOLD OUT	November 17, 2010
Asheville, NC Kathy Griest	March 31-April 3, 2011 SOLD OUT	December 31, 2010
Asheville, NC Mary Lindahl	June 9-12, 2011	March 9, 2011

 * 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 six weeks prior to attending the Instructor Training course. International applicants are required to pay the full amount at the time of registration and will be charged for additional shipping and handling costs (see 'Course and Certification Fees' below), as well as potential taxes and duties from your country. Please contact Chi Living for more information.

Certified ChiRunning & ChiWalking Instructor Program

Chi Running and Chi Walking Instructor Candidates will be trained by a Master Instructor who has been personally trained by Danny Dreyer, the founder and creator of Chi Running and Chi Walking. As a Certified Instructor you will receive the support of the whole Chi Living, Inc. team.

Certified Chi Running & Chi Walking Instructors can:

• Teach individuals and groups the Chi Running and Chi Walking technique
• Give public talks and presentations
• Lead group runs and group walks
• Write articles about Chi Running and/or Chi Walking (with final approval from Chi Living)
• Use the Chi Running and Chi Walking logo to market your business (as specified)
• Have a free listing on the Chi Running and Chi Walking websites
• Sell Chi Running and Chi Walking products
• Have the opportunity to join the Chi Living, Inc. Marketing Program

The Chi Running & Chi Walking Certification Course Includes:

• Certified Instructor Home Study course:
• Chi Running book
• Chi Running DVD
• Introduction to Chi Running Audio CD 
• Chi Walking book
• Chi Walking DVD
• Chi Walking workbook
• Chi Walking Audio CD 
• Chi Running and Chi Walking Instructor Manuals
• Chi Running and Chi Walking Instructor DVDs
• 3 quizzes - given in the 3 months of prep-work before the course
• 4-days of training by a Master Instructor at the CRCWIT
  
• Practical Exam - last day of the 4-day course
  
• Written Exams - first and last day of the 4-day course
• Free listing on the Chi Running and Chi Walking website when Certification is complete

We highly recommend having a good anatomy book, as there will be anatomy questions on the practical exam. We recommend:

Strength Training Anatomy by Frederic Delavier

The Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais-Germain

Pelvic Power for Men and Women by Eric Franklin

Chi Running & Chi Walking
Certification Requirements

Chi Running & Chi Walking Certification Requirements

 

**You will be expected to teach lessons 0-5.5 and take a written test of the materials presented in the Chi Running 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 Fees
The Chi Running and Chi Walking Certification Program Fee is $1395. Early Bird Special Pricing of $1245 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 in some cases 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 six weeks prior to the 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 at the time of registration and will be charged for additional shipping and handling costs: Europe: $32; Canada: $16; South America: $31; New Zealand/ Australia: $38. Potential taxes and duties from your country may be applied. Please contact Chi Living for more information.

Cancellation Policy
The $550 deposit is non-refundable. If you pay the full amount of the course upfront and cancel six or more weeks before the first day of the course, you will receive a refund less $550. If you cancel less than six weeks from the start of the course, your payments are non-refundable, but applicable toward another CRCWIT within 1 year, contingent upon space availability.

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 Chi Living for details about annual fee requirements and attendance at a recertification course.

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