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    • EducationWe’ve collated the best personal training courses, certifications, and workshops from around the world. Whether you’re just starting out and looking to get certified, make the transition from fitness instructor to personal trainer, or an experienced PT looking to extend your skills, this section will have what you need.   If you’re brand new to the industry, then you might like to start by looking at a fitness trainer course, gym trainer course, or fitness instructor course. These will give you the opportunity to learn about fitness training at an introductory level, before deciding if you’d like to pursue a physical trainer course or career long term.   If you’re interested in courses to become a personal trainer, then it’s important to choose a certified personal trainer course that’s highly regarded by both employers and clients. You should also consider your preferred study method and budget when selecting the right training, which is why we’ve also collated our favourite cheap personal trainer courses into one article.   If you’re already certified then check out our professional development courses for personal trainers, and top-up courses for fitness instructors. They’re updated regularly and feature personal trainer courses from all around the world, as well as online.…
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How To Get Personal Training Clients 10 Proven Ways

Knowing how to get personal training clients is essential to your PT business. Customers are the lifeblood of your operations so it’s vital to know how to find and sell to them. From marketing and promotions to referrals and sales techniques, let’s look at how you can land clients (including Read more

By Trainer Essentials, 9 months17/07/2025 ago
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ACE Certification: Pros & Cons Of Their Personal Trainer Courses

The ACE certification is one of the most popular and respected in the fitness industry. They’ve trained over 53,000 professionals and work with the recruitment teams for leading gym chains. But becoming an ACE personal trainer costs several hundred dollars, so it’s important to do your homework before committing. In Read more

By Trainer Essentials, 2 years18/06/2024 ago
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Free Personal Trainer Certifications, Courses & Online Training

Finding free personal trainer courses to get yourself qualified isn’t easy. Most training programs cost several hundred dollars in the US and even more if you’re in the UK. However, there are ways to get yourself certified for free if you know where to look… In this article – we Read more

By Trainer Essentials, 2 years12/06/2024 ago
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Government-Funded Personal Training Courses: A Complete Guide

Government-funded personal training courses allow you to get qualified for free. They aren’t open to everyone and you’ll need to meet certain eligibility criteria. But they can be a fantastic option for getting certified and embarking on a PT career. In this article – we cover everything you need to Read more

By Trainer Essentials, 2 years05/06/2024 ago
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Find The Best Personal Trainer Certifications: Compare Courses, Reviews & Pricing

Deciding on the best personal trainer certification for your needs can be an overwhelming task. It’s your future career at stake so is a pretty important decision. You don’t want to spend hundreds or even thousands on course fees, only to find that it doesn’t meet expectations. In this article Read more

By Trainer Essentials, 2 years29/05/2024 ago
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Why I Quit Being a Personal Trainer (+ Alternative Options To Quitting)

This article is about why I quit being a personal trainer. It might sound like an odd topic for a fitness website but we hope it’ll help others who are having similar doubts. There are also some lessons I’ve learned since that I wish I’d known back then and might Read more

By Trainer Essentials, 2 years16/05/2024 ago

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