BodyDesign Institute of Personal Training :: Marietta

1880 W Oak Pkwy
Marietta, GA 30062

BodyDesign Institute of Personal Training

In only 12 weeks, we will help you to combine theory with practical, hands-on instruction to prepare for the NFPT Personal Trainer Exam (one of the most respected certifications in the business), and to begin your new professional life. In addition to safe and effective training techniques, we will introduce you to the business aspects of a fitness career, where depending on credentials, experience and ambition, you can earn from $20K-$75K per year working full or part-time with a flexible schedule.

Plan for extensive reading and study outside of class, especially if you intend to take the NFPT (National Federation of Professional Trainers) Exam.

You can expect to master the following concepts:

• Teach the fundamentals of weight training
• Risk to benefit factor
• Positive motivation
• A variety of personal training techniques
• Variety of different workout styles
• Diet and nutrition counseling
• Short term and long term goal setting
• Measurements and body fat% testing
• Teach about the business of personal training
• Demonstrate safe and appropriate use of gym equipment
• Teach salesmanship and how to get buddy referrals
• Define professional and ethical business practices

No experience necessary - Motivated and patient beginners are welcome. It is recommended, but not mandatory, that students should have access to a gym facility for practice.

FEE $690 Hours: 36.00 (Classroom Hours) **Textbooks are available at Bodydesign.

National Certification

Tuition includes National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT) exam, 3 different test dates on location, and a CPR certification class.

Additional in term program

Hands-on Training Certification: Includes 20 hours of one on one instruction with a Bodydesign fitness director. Upon completion of the practical exam you will become a professional Bodydesign trainer.

Job placement will be provided in Georgia (80%).