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Fitnessgram Training Options

Using Fitnessgram may seem challenging at first glance, but Human Kinetics offers several free training options for learning how to use the software and perform the test items. Each of the following can be throughout the school year whether you're just learning about the test protocols or software for the first time, or need to refresh your memory.

Learning how to administer the Fitnessgram test protocols:

  1. DVD from the Fitnessgram/Activitygram Test Administration Manual. This manual is included with every software purchase and includes a DVD that contains videos on how to administer the Fitnessgram tests. Each video shows the correct test assignment, frequent mistakes, and how to correct them. The videos are easy to use for review with menu options to select a specific test item for reviewing. You can purchase the Fitnessgram/Activitygram Test Administration Manual online or by calling 800-747-4457. The test administration videos are appropriate regardless if you're using Fitnessgram 8 or Fitnessgram 9.
  2. Online training course. This free online course is based on the Fitnessgram manual and takes you through the philosophy of the program as well as a thorough treatment of the test protocols. There is an exam at the end of the course with a certificate presented for successful completion. The course is free, but is based on the test administration manual and references the DVD within the manual for the questions relating to the individual test items. Register for the online course. The online course is appropriate regardless if you're using Fitnessgram 8 or Fitnessgram 9.

Learning how to use Fitnessgram software:

  1. Software help files. The Fitnessgram software in Fitnessgram 8 and Fitnessgram 9 includes ample help files accessible from within the program by selecting "Help" from the menu at the top of the window. 
  2. The Fitnessgram/Activitygram Test Administration Manual also includes basic instructions on using the Fitnessgram 8 or Fitnessgram 9 software.
  3. Software training videos for Fitnessgram 8. A series of how-to videos on the software can be found in three places:
    1. Online. The software training for use with Fitnessgram 8 videos can be accessed on the Fitnessgram site at http://www.fitnessgram.net/training/videos.
    2. On the software CD (Fitnessgram 8 only). The videos can be found on the software CD in folders for Windows and MAC users. There is a README file within each folder on how to use the videos. There is also a license agreement that allows teachers/schools/districts to place the videos on networks or intranets or to duplicate the videos to CDs for better access by teachers using the program.
    3. On the Fitnessgram/Activitygram Test Administration Manual DVD. Starting with the fourth edition of the manual, these videos for Fitnessgram 8 are also on the DVD. At this time they are not part of the menu options within the DVD. To access the software training videos, please read pages viii-x (before Part I) titled, How to Use this Manual and the Enclosed DVD and CD.

  4. A pre-recorded webinar about getting started with Fitnessgram 9 software is in development and will be available FREE and accessible via this page by August 2010. Watch this page, as well as our Human Kinetics PE e-newsletters, for updates.