ACE Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) Exam

The ACE Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) Exam is administered by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and certifies fitness professionals to lead safe and effective group exercise classes. The exam covers exercise science fundamentals, class design and planning, leadership and motivation, cueing, communication, exercise modification, safety and risk management, inclusive environments, professional and legal responsibilities, music and choreography, and client nutrition and wellness.

150
Questions
180 min
Time Limit
70%
To Pass
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Exam Rules

  • You can skip questions and return to them later
  • Flag questions for review before submitting
  • No feedback shown until you submit the entire exam
  • Unanswered questions count as wrong — answer everything
  • 10 pretest questions are mixed in and don't affect your score
  • Timer auto-submits when time runs out
  • Your progress is auto-saved every 30 seconds