Why do instructors and managers choose ICI training? Why should you? Here's a quick comparison of courses available:

Feature	ICI	YMCA Fit	Spinning
Internationally recognised certification	Yes	Yes	Yes
Named personal tutor throughout	Yes	No	No
Updated at least yearly	Yes	No	No
Blended learning	Yes	Yes	Yes
Prerequisites/prior fitness qualifications required	No	Yes	Yes
Recognised by the National Academy of Sports Medicine and Athletics as an Approved Continuing Education Provider and providing 1.7 CEUs	Yes	No	No
Recognised by the Athletics and Fitness Association of America as an Approved Continuing Education Provider and providing 1.7 CEUs	Yes	No	No
Certificate typically sent within 2 working days of passing the course	Yes	No	No
One-to-one individual support with a master trainer	Yes	No	No
1-day, 2-day or fully online comprehensive course available	Yes	No	No
Group teaching skills	Yes	Yes	Yes
Correct bike setup and posture	Yes	Yes	Yes
Effective cycling technique	Yes	Yes	Yes
Class planning	Yes	Yes	Yes
Class delivery	Yes	Yes	Yes
Use of music	Yes	Yes	Yes
Health and safety	Yes	Yes	Yes
Biomechanics	Yes	Yes	Yes
Advanced anatomy and physiology	Yes	No	No
Applied anatomy and physiology	Yes	No	Yes
Instructor progression beyond entry  level	Yes	No	Yes
Future proofing your career and staying ahead of the industry	Yes	No	No
Injury prevention	Yes	No	Yes
Litigation and how to avoid it	Yes	No	No
Customer service	Yes	No	No
Post-course alumni support	Yes	No	No

Information updated: 6/1/2026