Mania® Is Where Education Meets Inspiration
Trusted for Over 40 Years and Going
SCW is a globally recognized leader in fitness education, offering hands-on conventions, certifications, online summits and continuing education videos across 50+ disciplines. For 40+ years, SCW has been the trusted choice for Group Exercise Instructors, Personal Trainers, Aquatic Pros, Pilates Leaders, Yoga Teachers, and more.
Leading Fitness Education Worldwide
Keeping you Recharged. Refreshed. Ready To Go.
Mania® delivers one of the most diverse and comprehensive fitness education experiences available, covering every major discipline in the industry. Through a dynamic mix of hands-on workshops, lectures, and high-energy sessions, you can explore topics such as:
The fitness industry is constantly evolving and moving at a rapid pace. Mania® Fitness Pro Conventions are designed to keep you informed about the latest trends and in the fitness world. Topics include:
- Active Aging
- Aqua
- Barre
- Business / Leadership
- Core / Shoulder / Hip Training
- Combat / Kickboxing
- Core
- Corrective Exercise
- Cycle
- Dance
- Exercise Science
- Finances
- Flexibility
- Foam Rolling / Fascia
- Function / Balance
- Functional Fitness
- Functional Training
- Group Exercise
- HIIT / Bootcamp / Circuits
- Kettlebells
- Kickboxing
- Legs
- Lifestyle
- Management
- Marketing
- Mat Pilates
- Mind / Body
- Mobility / Flexibility
- Myofascial Release
- Nutrition
- Personal Training
- Pilates
- Programming
- Recovery / Myofascial Release
- Reformer Pilates
- Retention
- Sculpting
- Social Media
- Step
- Strength
- Tech & Trends
- Toning
- Yoga / T’ai Chi
Mania® is not just a Fitness Convention; it’s a destination where the fitness community gathers to gain education, inspiration, and renewed energy! With its affordability, Mania® caters to both aspiring exercise professionals and seasoned fitness veterans. Interact with your favorite presenters, both local and international, explore the Expo, and embrace the sense of belonging to a vibrant health and wellness community. It’s like a shot of adrenaline that propels your fitness career to new heights, sustaining its impact throughout the entire year! Mania® is a cornerstone in driving the fitness industry forward, providing a platform for learning, growth, and connection.
Get Certified at Mania
Maximize your Mania® experience by adding a certification on Thursday and/or Sunday. Gain new skills, earn extra CECs, and leave with a respected SCW credential that strengthens your career.
About SCW Certifications: Live, Online & Live-Stream
SCW Certifications are Reliable, Respected, and Recognized worldwide. With 50+ high-quality certifications, SCW offers a comprehensive range from foundational programs like Group Exercise, Personal Training, and Aqua, to specialized courses in Active Aging, Pilates, and Meditation. Each Online Certification includes a FREE LIVE COURSE, ensuring an interactive learning experience. Our courses are available in Live, Live-Stream, and Online formats with in-depth manuals, comprehensive videos, automated testing, and downloadable certificates suitable for framing. SCW certifications are accredited by top organizations including ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, AEA, and more, giving you access to continuing education credits (CECs/CEUs) that support your career growth and keep you at the forefront of the fitness industry.
Accredited by ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, AEA, and others, SCW certifications help you earn CECs/CEUs and stay competitive in the fitness industry.
Think You Missed Out? Think Again!
While the best way to experience Mania® is live and in-person, we understand that’s not always possible. That’s why we’re offering over 160 recorded sessions (100 live recorded at Dallas Mania® + 60 from recent events).
200+ HOURS OF EDUCATION. $60 FOR 60 DAYS! Experience Personal Training, Active Aging, Group Exercise, Pilates, Yoga, Reformers & Rebounders, Meditation, Aqua, Nutrition, Leadership workshops & More! 200 + hours of recorded content for just $60 for 60 days ($1 per day). Watch the live action of 200 workshops on your time and at your convenience and earn Continuing Education Credits!
Can’t join us in person? No problem! You can still buy access to all the recordings online and watch them on your own time and schedule. Plus, all online sessions are eligible for up to 24 CECs/CEUs.
It’s the best value for your fitness education investment!
Can’t Physically Make It? - Online Attendance & CECs/CEUs!
If you’re unable to attend Mania® In-Person, don’t worry! You can still benefit from all the recorded sessions and lectures online for only $399 (Save $60 and pay only $339 with the EARLYBIRD Discount.) Register here to receive Discounted Registration Info: www.scwfit.com/info! With over 200+ hours of recorded education available, you can enjoy them at your convenience and on your own schedule. Additionally, all online videos are eligible for a maximum of 20 CECs/CEUs.
Partner With The Best!
When you choose to sponsor, exhibit or advertise with SCW you are expanding your outreach to over 64,000 fit pros via email, 58,000 through text messages, and 300,000 via social media, plus you’ll be making valuable face-to-face connections at our 6 premier in-person conventions and our 5 online virtual events.
Host convention sessions, engage through social media, provide inserts for the Welcome Bag, and publish articles with ads in our newsletter. Promote your business through SCW webinars and podcasts, and send discount coupons via our emails and text messages to directly reach potential customers. Your booth is conveniently located in foyers just outside our activity rooms for maximum visibility. Our non-union hotels eliminate drayage fees, and we provide booths with tables, chairs, and carpet at no additional cost.
For more information, please visit: www.scwfit.com/partner and www.scwfit.com/brand & email partner@scwfit.com. You can also schedule a meeting with our CEO, Sara Kooperman, JD, through: https://calendly.com/SCWFIT
Mania® FAQs
What if I am not receiving EMAILS or TEXTS from SCW on discounts or event communications?
For the most up-to-date Discounts, Complimentary Webinars & Podcasts, Mania® info & SCW eNewsletters sign up today. SHARE this with your friends www.scwfit.com/INFO. If you have accidentally removed yourself from the SCW email list/communication list, please re-register yourself here: www.scwfit.com/back
Who Should Attend a Mania® Fitness Convention?
- Group Fitness Instructors
- Personal Trainers
- Active Aging Specialists
- Pilates Instructors
- Health & Wellness Owners, Managers & Directors
- Nutrition & Lifestyle Coaches
- Small Group Trainers
- Mind/Body Experts
- Aqua Instructors
- Health Care Providers
With 200+ sessions, 8 sessions every hour & Live Recordings, Mania® guarantees a fun experience that will leave all attendees well-equipped to return to work on Monday.
How many CECs/CEUs can I earn at the event and through recordings?
You can earn up to 20 CECs/CEUs by attending the 3-Day convention. If you choose to attend a pre-convention certification or workshop, you can earn even more CECs/CEUs. Our Recorded sessions also provide 20+ CECs.
How do I receive my CECs/CEUs for the sessions I attend?
CEC/CEU forms will be provided electronically after the event. You will be asked to complete an event survey. After you complete the survey, you will be taken to a page to download the CEC/CEU Form for Mania®. The form will be signed and you will have to tally the totals for your CECs/CEUs on the third page of the form. The CECs/CEUs expire after two years from the date of the conference. Recorded sessions also offer CECs. Please make sure to save an electronic copy for your records. You may also wish to print a copy and take a photo of it. There is a $35.00 replacement fee for any misplaced forms.
Can I EDIT MY REGISTRATION after I've already registered?
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Which Sessions ARE BEING RECORDED?
Enjoy over 200+ hours of recordings for just $1 per day for 60 days! With the ALL ACCESS registration option, you can leisurely review the sessions at your own pace. For only $1 per day, you gain access to all the sessions from Rooms A, B, D, E, F, G & H, ensuring you don’t miss a single moment of the action-packed weekend. Look for the video icon on the session pages to identify the sessions that have been recorded.
What should I bring?
Please remember to bring the following items to the convention:
- Valid driver’s license or government-issued ID.
- Signed copy of the convention consent form included in your event confirmation email.
- Shoes and a change of clothing.
- Food for sustenance throughout the day.
- Notebooks and pens for taking notes.
- Notebook, computer, or iPad for accessing outlines and notes.
- Money for shopping in the expo!
Upon check-in, you will receive an admission wristband, badge, and lanyard. As a Mania® Convention attendee, you will also be provided with a bag containing the daily schedule and convention map. Remember to bring your session outlines, which can be accessed at www.scwfit.com/Dallas/outlines as they will not be provided on-site.
Are there places to change and/or shower between classes?
There are places to change and/or shower between classes in the fitness center or in the Aquatics area.
Will POWERPOINTS/OUTLINES be available for event sessions?
Session PowerPoints and outlines will not be provided in the classrooms. All materials will be available at www.scwfit.com/POWERPOINTS one week prior to the start of MANIA®, allowing attendees to download them to an electronic device (smartphone or tablet) or print them in advance. Materials will remain available online for 30 days after the convention closes to help you retain this important educational information.
Download and print your outlines BEFORE you arrive! Questions? Please contact registration@scwfit.com.
How many CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS do I receive for Live & Recorded sessions?
CEC/CEU Credits per Individual 75-minute Session:
SCW = 1.25
ACE = 0.125
AFAA = 1.0
ACSM = 1.25
AEA = 1.5 (lecture sessions) and .75 (activity sessions)
NASM = 0.1
What if my Certification Agency is not listed?
If your certification agency is not listed, SCW will help you petition the CECs with your certifying body. Please email registration@scwfit.com for assistance.
Do I get CECs/CEUs for completing the Pre-Convention Certifications?
Why is Thursday considered a Pre-Convention day?
How long is my SCW certification valid for and how do I renew my Certification?
Your SCW certification is valid for two years. Please note the following steps that are required to renew your certification:
- Please visit www.scwfit.com/certification-renewal
- Submit 20 hours of continuing education credits from courses you attend after your certification’s renewal date
- You can obtain CECs from a SCW Approved Provider. Please visit www.scwfit.com/scwproviders to view the list of approved providers. If you have obtained more than 20 credit hours, extra hours do not carry over into the next period
- SCW recognizes other courses taken through all accredited colleges and universities. Academic courses relating to the field of fitness such as leadership, teaching skills, fitness management, nutrition, research, anatomy, physiology, exercise programming, and others can be applied towards your SCW Certification renewal.
- When submitting your renewal application include your CEC information and the renewal fee of $55 per certification
- A $20 late fee will be assessed if you choose to renew your certification after the expiration date
- If you do not renew within six months of your certification’s expiration date, you can apply for an extension at a cost of $75 www.scwfit.com/certification-extension . If you don’t apply for an extension you will forfeit your certification and will have to retake the course in order to re-certify. You will be able to do this by completing an online certification or by attending a live training at one of our MANIA® events.
- Due to state and facility CPR requirements, SCW no longer requires a copy of your CPR card.
- Because every state requires CPR to teach and train, SCW no longer needs to require a copy of your CPR card.
Who do I contact if I have a question?
If you have any questions that are not answered in the FAQ’s above, please contact SCW Fitness Education during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm Central Standard Time). Email: registration@scwfit.com Text or Call: 847-562-4020.
Recordings FAQs
What is the difference between recorded and pre-recorded sessions?
Recorded sessions refer to workshops being filmed LIVE at Mania®. On the other hand, Pre-Recorded sessions are carefully chosen from prior Mania® events. They are the top-attended Mania® workshops and lectures selected from current events on a wide array of current topics, led by your favorite presenters. Both Recorded and Pre-Recorded sessions are available to view after the event for $1 per day. SCW utilizes our own video camera systems and dedicated staff members for quality production purposes.
What is the Recorded Sessions registration option?
Enjoy 200 workshop & lecture recordings for 60 days at $1 per day at your leisure ($60 total). Look for the camera icon on the schedule for the sessions that are being recorded. You can either purchase this option for $399 (pay only $339 when you register before the Early Bird deadline) or add it to your existing live (in-person) event registration for $60. www.scwfit.com/dallas/register.
When will I have access to the Recorded Sessions?
When you add-on or purchase the 200 Recorded Sessions you will gain access 2 weeks after the close of the event. You then have 60 days to watch the recordings at your leisure. On the Recordings Access Page, you can automatically download and print your CEC/CEU Form. Please save your CEC/CEU Form as there is a $35 replacement fee.
Do I receive 20 Continuing Education Credits (CECs/CEUs) for watching the Recorded Sessions?
Whether you attend the IN-PERSON or RECORDED Mania® you receive the same 20 hours of CECs.
SCW Fitness offers Continuing Education Credits/Units from the following certification organizations at all Mania® Conferences:
SCW – SCW Fitness Education – 20 CECs
ACE – American Council on Exercise – 2.0 CECs
ACSM – American College of Sports Medicine – 20 CECs
AEA – Aquatic Exercise Association – 17 CECs
AFAA – Aerobics and Fitness Association of America – 15 CEUs
NASM – National Academy of Sports Medicine – 17 CEUs
Immediately at the conclusion of the conference, you will receive an email indicating where to apply for the CECs. Please be sure to check your spam/junk folder, as our emails often end up there. To re-subscribe to SCW emails and text messages, please go to: www.scwfit.com/BACK.
How do I receive my Continuing Education Credits (CECs/CEUs) Form for my Recorded Sessions?
I am not receiving SCW emails or text messages. Can I re-subscribe?
Yes. To re-subscribe to SCW emails and text messages, please go to: www.scwfit.com/BACK.
How can I add Recorded Sessions to a current registration?
If you attended MANIA in-person and would like access to 160+ workshops (200 hrs of education) recordings you can do so here www.scwfit.com/dallas/register-session-recordings . Enjoy 60 days of access for only $60, that’s $1 a day!