Looking to be a fitness professional or just plain love to work out? Becoming a Certified Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor can help you earn additional income.
- Enroll in the certification program of interest
- Pass the certification exam
- Obtain CPR & First Aid Certification
- Apply for jobs at Campus Rec, a commercial gym or studio
- Start teaching & coaching
Personal Training
General Population Options:
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
- American Council or Exercise (ACE)
- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
- Athletics & Fitness Association
Sports Performance Options:

Group Fitness
Primary Group Fitness Certifications
- Athletics & Fitness Association of America (AFAA)
- American Council of Exercise (ACE)
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Sports Performance Certifications
- Zumba Basics I
- Registered 200hr Yoga teacher
- Spinning / GEAR
- TRX Group Trainer
- Pilates Method Peak Pilates
