How to Run a Successful Fitness Testing Day

A well-run testing day is all about preparation. Here's the playbook we recommend.

Station setup

Plan for 5-6 stations. Each station should be self-contained with equipment, a clipboard (or tablet), and a student marshal.

Student roles

Rotate students through three roles: tester, recorder, and resting. This keeps everyone engaged and distributes work.

Timing

Budget 8-10 minutes per station. For a class of 25 across 5 stations, that's a 45-50 minute session including transitions.

Data collection

Record as you go. Waiting until the end always loses data.