Ageless Grace® Certification

Format: Complete a 4-hour on-demand video training before attending two live Zoom certification workshops totaling 9.5 hours on your selected weekend.

Earn: 13.5 hours of continuing education, equivalent to 1.35 CEUs. These hours are pre-approved by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) and qualify for the NCTRC Geriatric Specialization Area Designation. The CEUs are also approved by the California Board of Recreation Therapy Certification (CBRTC).

Sale: $499.00 (Regularly $530.00) Sale extended through December 1, 2026.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this certification, participants will be able to:

1. Describe neuroplasticity and explain its relationship to physical movement and the 21 tools of the Ageless Grace® Brain Health Program.
2. Demonstrate and teach the 21 Ageless Grace® tools, identify the primary benefit of each tool, and explain how each tool affects the body and brain.
3. Explain how music and imagination influence brain function.

Description: Ageless Grace® is an effective brain-fitness program that keeps participants moving and thinking through the power of play. This certification prepares participants to teach and facilitate the Ageless Grace® Brain Health Program in public and private settings, supporting the mission of changing the way the world views aging. The certification covers neuroplasticity, neural pathways, the five functions of the brain, and the brain’s ability to respond, react, and recover. Participants will also learn about anatomy, music, marketing, and the business of Ageless Grace®. Educators may teach in a variety of settings, including fitness studios, community centers, senior living communities, healthcare environments, rehab centers, schools, after school programs and online programs. This work allows Educators to build meaningful connections while helping participants remain active, engaged, and confident.

Benefits of Becoming a Certified Ageless Grace® Educator

Certified Educators can use the Ageless Grace® program to:

• Promote brain health, balance, mobility, and physical well-being.
• Help participants develop greater confidence in their bodies and abilities.
• Lead meaningful classes that are engaging, positive, and enjoyable.
• Build a flexible income while making a difference in the lives of others.

Pick One Available Certification Dates

• December 12–13, 2026
• January 9–10, 2027
• February 27–28, 2027

How to Complete the 13.5-Hour Certification

1. Complete the 4-hour video training emailed to you after registration and before your selected workshop weekend.
2. Attend both live Zoom workshops on the Saturday and Sunday of your selected weekend for a total of 9.5 hours.

Workshop Schedule Total 13.5 Hours

• Saturday: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Pacific Time — 6 hours
• Sunday: 12:30–4:00 p.m. Pacific Time — 3.5 hours
• Watch 4-hour video training before attending two live Zoom workshops on your selected weekend.

Please note: that the 4-hour video training will be emailed to you. Allow up to one business day to receive the video and to pick your certification weekend.

Certification Maintenance Requirements

To maintain certification, Educators must pay a $55 U.S. annual licensing fee to Ageless Grace LLC. The fee is due one year after the initial certification date and annually thereafter. Educators must also attend a live Educator Recertification Workshop with an Ageless Grace® Trainer, either in person or virtually. The recertification workshop fee is $60 U.S. The workshop reviews neuroplasticity and all 21 Ageless Grace® tools while providing individualized feedback and coaching to support each Educator’s continued success. A current CPR certification is also required.

Presented by: Karen Haseley, Certified Ageless Grace® Brain Health Educator & Trainer; retired CTRS

Karen Haseley is a retired certified therapeutic recreation specialist and certified Ageless Grace® Brain Health Educator and Trainer. Retired from the City of Greenbelt, MD, she has worked with individuals of all ages and abilities. She planned and implemented the senior citizen programs for Greenbelt as well as providing all necessary accommodations for those with disabilities so they could participate in the City’s recreation programs. She became an Ageless Grace® Educator in 2013 and a trainer in 2015. She is a graduate of the Neuroscience Academy with Dr. Sarah McKay. She has presented with Ageless Grace®creator, Denise Medved, at the National Recreation and Parks Association annual conference in 2017 and has presented at numerous state and local conferences as well. She continues to teach Ageless Grace® virtually for the City of Greenbelt. She loves certifying new Ageless Grace® Educators to teach Ageless Grace®.