About ICREPs
We collaborate with national and regional registration bodies worldwide. Through an internationally aligned framework, we strengthen the credibility of the exercise profession by upholding industry standards, verifying qualifications, and supporting safe, effective exercise.
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Years of Industry Leadership
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Countries Connected
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Industry Partnerships
What drives us?
Our Vision
Our vision is a world where exercise professionals are recognised globally through an aligned scope of practice and shared professional standards that enable true international portability.
Our Mission
Our mission is to collaborate with national registers to implement and uphold consistent, globally aligned professional standards that safeguard public trust and promote international practice opportunities.
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Board of directors
Catherine Hanson Farid
Catherine Hanson Farid is the Director of Operations for REPs UAE, Chair of ICREPs, and Chair of the Dubai Fitness & Wellness Business Group, with over 35 years of experience across the UK, Australia, and the UAE. Based in the UAE since 1995, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the region’s fitness and wellness landscape.
Catherine is known for her commitment to elevating professional standards and industry credibility. In 1999, she introduced Les Mills programmes to the UAE, and in 2013, she supported the establishment of REPs UAE, creating a benchmark for competence and public trust.
In 2023, she launched the REPs Industry Awards, recognising excellence across the sector. As Chair of ICREPs, she champions global collaboration, portability of registration, and international standards.
Through her leadership of the Dubai Fitness & Wellness Business Group, she works closely with government and industry to support growth and position the sector as a key contributor to Dubai’s development.
