Spinning® Continuing Education FAQ

What is Continuing Education?

Continuing education is professional learning that follows the basic level of certification for professionals in a given field. It helps them to be knowledgeable and proficient, and is typically required to maintain certifications and licenses in any profession that involves public trust.

What are Spinning Continuing Education Credits (CECs)?

Spinning continuing education credits (formerly known as STAR points) are the education credits you earn after getting certified. When you become a Certified Spinning Instructor, you have two years from the date of your Spinning Instructor Training to earn a minimum of 14 CECs, and a minimum of 8 CECs must be earned from Spinning workshops, trainings, online courses, home study courses, newsletter quizzes and/or Spinning conference sessions. Each hour of Spinning continuing education is worth .5 – 1.5 Spinning CECs, depending upon the course. For example, rides without lectures typically award .5 Spinning CECs per hour. Workshops typically award 1.5 Spinning CECs per hour because they include take-home learning activities. You'll earn 6 Spinning CECs for each 4-hour Spinning workshop, and 3 Spinning CECs for each 2-hour Spinning workshop. To earn Spinning CECs without leaving home, you can earn 1 Spinning CEC for each newsletter quiz you complete, and 5-6 Spinning CECs for each home study or online course. There are also extensive Recertification courses that award all 14 Spinning CECs.

How do I get started?

We offer a variety of continuing education options: workshops, home studies, online courses, fitness conferences and newsletter quizzes. Visit the Continuing Education page to browse the options, or the Find Workshops and Events page to search for an upcoming workshop.

Can I earn CECs for other organizations by completing Spinning courses?

Yes, most Spinning workshops and courses award credits for ACE and AFAA, and the Spinning Instructor Training also awards NASMcredit. Each course description will state the number of credits for that course.

Can I earn Spinning CECs for continuing education through organizations other than Mad Dogg Athletics?

Yes, you can petition to receive credit for other workshops and courses. Of course, the course content needs to be directly applicable to your role as a Spinning instructor, and the course instructor must be qualified. You can petition up to 6 non-Spinning CECs per renewal period for a fee of $9.95 per course petitioned. If you attend a fitness conference you must petition each individual session separately. Learn more about Petitions here.

What is the fee to renew my certification?

The certification renewal fee is waived if you’re a current SPIN® member. Otherwise, it’s $69.95. If you renew your SPIN membership and certification at the same time, you pay just $30 over the standard certification renewal fee, and receive a free online course, plus a package of Spinning freebies. You’ll also get 15–20% discounts on Spinning apparel and education every day. Learn more about certification renewal here.

Can I submit my CPR and First Aid cards for STAR Points?

Yes, you can earn 0.5 CECs for CPR and 0.5 CECs for First Aid; however, the certifications must be current and earned during your two-year certification period. The CPR and First Aid petition fee is $0, but remember, you can only petition up to 6 non-Spinning CECs per renewal period.