Becoming an Chi Running/Chi Walking Instructor requires a significant commitment. Everyone who becomes a Certified Chi Running Instructor will also be certified in Chi Walking as it is an integral part of how to learn Chi Running.

Pre-CRCWIT:

• Attend Chi Running workshop or work with a Certified Instructor
• Submit CRCWIT Registration
• Sign & Submit Non-Compete Agreement
• Submit Payment
• Complete 10 hours of reading & studying the Chi Running Book & DVD
• Complete 4 hours of reading & studying the Chi Walking Book & DVD
• Complete 30 Hours of reading & studying the Instructor Manuals & Instructor DVDs
• Complete 8 Hours of pro-bono practice-teaching
• Complete, return and pass three quizzes, one per month prior to your training

During CRCWIT

• Sign Liability Waiver Form
• Pass the written Exams*
• Pass the practical Exams*
• Practice Teaching

After your CRCWIT - You must fulfill all of the following requirements within one year after your CRCWIT.**

• Complete Candidate Self-Evaluation Form
• Submit proof of CPR Certification
• Submit proof of Professional Liability Insurance (Recommended site: www.sportsfitness.com. You can purchase this for approximately $180 per year)
• Complete 10 hours of Chi Running coaching practice & 4 hours of Chi Walking coaching practice with documentation
• Complete 8 hours of assistant coaching with Danny or a Master Instructor that includes Chi Running & Chi Walking
• Submit a DVD of yourself teaching the Chi Running method to students to a Master Instructor for review
• Received approval evaluation by a Master Instructor to you and Chi Living office
• Prepare your bio & photo to Chi Living office for website listing

*You will be expected to teach lessons 0-5.5 and take a written test of the materials presented in the Chi Running Instructor's Manual on the first day of the CRCWIT course. There will be a written exam of all materials presented in the Home Study Course on the last day of the CRCWIT and another test of lessons 6-12 on the final day, in addition to a practical exam. A combined score of 4 out of 5 must be earned before you can become certified.

**After completion of the CRCWIT Course, all Candidates are required to assistant teach at a one-day Chi Running Workshop that is being hosted by a Master Instructor AND send a DVD to a Master Instructor of yourself teaching Lessons 0-5.5 either to an individual or a class and Chi Running (both must take place within one year from the date of the CRCWIT Course). Your teaching will be evaluated by a Master Instructor and final certification will be dependent on that Master Instructor's approval.

To become Certified, your running and walking form needs to be a 4.0 or higher on a 5.0 scale. You are encouraged to use video analysis feedback to work on your form and to bring a camera with video capability to the CRCWIT. Your form will be evaluated by your Master Instructor at the CRCWIT and also on the DVD that is submitted after the CRCWIT.

If your quality of teaching, both in person and on the DVD, does not meet the requirements, the Master Instructor’s Evaluation will guide you to exactly what areas need improvement. Candidates with a comprehensive score of less than 4 (on a scale of 5), after their initial DVD has been reviewed, must send a second DVD at a cost of $125 for the Master Instructor to evaluate them again, payable by you to the Master Instructor. If you do not get to level 4 within one year, you will need to attend an additional CRCWIT at 50% regular price as soon as possible.

Upon successful completion of the steps towards becoming a Certified Instructor, approval review is sent by a Master Instructor to Chi Living Headquarters for final certification.

ChiLiving, Inc. requires an Annual Fee for the continued use of ChiLiving, Inc. intellectual property. The Annual Fee is based on annual income made by teaching the Chi Running/Chi Walking methods. Along with your payment of the Annual Fee you must also submit a financial report* outlining the sources of your Chi Running/ Chi Walking income. The annual fee is 6% of your annual Chi Running®/Chi Walking® income from the previous calendar/ tax year. The minimum annual fee for any Instructor is $325, regardless of any incentives. The maximum fee for any Instructor is $2,000. The Annual Fee is due at the ChiLiving office no later than January 31, every year. Also, every year you are required to submit your proof of insurance and CPR certification.

The Annual Fee covers the recertification process during the year your recertification is due. Along with the Annual Certification Renewal Fee and yearly requirements, you will be required to assist a Master Instructor every two years for continued evaluation. Your Recertification assistance with a Master Instructor is due every two years. Recertification workshops will be kept up to date on the Instructor website.

*ChiLiving, Inc. will provide a standardized report for your use.

As a Certified Instructor, you are required to stay up to date with the current information. This includes the Training Manual, teaching guidelines, and polices. The ChiLiving website has a section that is access protected for Instructors and Candidates. These web pages should always be referred to for the most up to date information.

Payment in full is required before your arrival at the Chi Running/Chi Walking Instructor Training. You may pay in full during your registration, or you make two payments*: $550 deposit and the  remaining balance (including any shipping fees for international registrants). The remaining balance is due at least three months prior to attending the Instructor Training course. Home Study materials will not be sent until the $550 deposit, Registration Form and Confidentiality & Non-Compete Agreement have all been received.

*International applicants are required to pay the full amount at the time of registration and will be charged for additional shipping and handling costs: Europe: $32; Canada: $16; South America: $31; New Zealand/ Australia: $38. Potential taxes and duties from your country may be applied. Please contact Chi Living for more information.

The Chi Running and Chi Walking Certification Program Fee is $1445. Early Bird Special Pricing of $1295 (11% savings) is available for each Instructor Training if you pay in full 4+ months in advance. Thereafter, pricing is $1445. The discount will be taken for the 2nd payment/installment; all deposits must be $550. This fee includes all courses, programs and materials as outlined (does not include recommended books) and in some cases your first year Certification Fee.

Home Study materials will not be sent until the $550 deposit, Registration Form and Confidentiality & Non-Compete Agreement are received. Your final full payment is due three months prior to the Course. 

Because you receive the Home Study Program, the $550 deposit is non­refundable. If you pay the full amount of the course upfront and cancel three months or more before the first day of the CRCWIT, you will receive a refund less $550. If you cancel less than three months from the start of the course, your payments are non-refundable, but applicable toward another CRCWIT within 1 year, subject to a $550 transfer fee and depending upon availability in the other trainings. Applicants that request more than one transfer will be handled on a case by case basis.

CRCWIT Transfer Fees will be assessed as follows:

– CRCWIT date to 3 months prior: $550 fee

– 3 months prior to 6 months prior: $125

– 6+ months prior: $75