Recent Certification/Training Group Reviews
YogaFit Training Systems Worldwide, Inc.
Yogafit Training Completed: Levels 1-3 in WA.
Job: Graduate student, fitness instructor on the side
Review Level 1: Level 1 was wonderful--lots of instructors, lots of basic poses to go through. The class focused on safety. Most students had been taking yoga for a while and so the class wen... moreYogafit Training Completed: Levels 1-3 in WA.
Job: Graduate student, fitness instructor on the side
Review Level 1: Level 1 was wonderful--lots of instructors, lots of basic poses to go through. The class focused on safety. Most students had been taking yoga for a while and so the class went well.
Review Level 2: Focus was communication. Level 2 was good especially how to give verbal adjustments and how to look to bad poses. Reviewing the yamas and niyamas was good bc the other instructors had insightful comments. The best part was learning how to teach to visual, auditory and kinesthetic learners.
Review Level 3: Focus was on the self. Some new material taught including the chakras and some advanced poses like crow. Best part was for some of us who don't believe in chakras, Yogafit is accepting of all views. Exceptional part was physical adjustments--we learned many but I only use the ones for final relaxation.
by Isabel Dalhousie 7 days ago
The BioMechanics Method (TBMM)
I happened upon the BMM course after I had suffered for over 12 months with a debilitating over-use back injury from training at an international athletic level. I was in constant chronic pain & felt like such a fraud while training my clients & telling them that they need to listen to & look after ... moreI happened upon the BMM course after I had suffered for over 12 months with a debilitating over-use back injury from training at an international athletic level. I was in constant chronic pain & felt like such a fraud while training my clients & telling them that they need to listen to & look after their bodies.
I tried everything I could to regain back my movement but to no avail. I started to think that this is how I was going to feel for the rest of my life & I started to wonder how other people with chronic pain coped for years with their infliction. I scoured for courses in Australia to help me to learn more about chronic conditions, but had to go out on a wider scope. That is when I came across TBMM...
It was easy to understand, informative & most importantly it worked! I am pain free & have already helped many clients to overcome & take control of their own malalignment issues. Word is spreading like wildfire! This is definatley a course that will revolutionise the way that you train clients & increase your business!
by Juels Pellow 20 days ago
American Aerobic Association International / International Sports Medicine Association (AAAI-ISMA)
Is my sports nutrition certification going to be added as a choice on this site? I can only select my personal training certification as a choice? thanks
by Chris Mentore 41 days ago
Federazione Italiana Fitness (FIF)
Excellent and professional organization based in Italy, focused on improving continuosly the knowledge of its associates.
by Francesca Coramusi Meneghini 44 days ago
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
I held back for a long time about taking a fitness certificate course due to the content that other fitness organizations put in into their course study that for me is not enough to compliment or support my Bsc in physical therapy. Finally, NASM delivered. There's no regrets about my decision to tak... moreI held back for a long time about taking a fitness certificate course due to the content that other fitness organizations put in into their course study that for me is not enough to compliment or support my Bsc in physical therapy. Finally, NASM delivered. There's no regrets about my decision to take PES and I feel more confident now in my fitness career that I could help more people with the knowledge I gained from NASM and be one of the best fitness pros in the market. Thanks NASM, you ROCK!
by Alvin Rebellon 44 days ago
National Personal Trainer Institute (NPTI)
NPTI is hands down the best program out there. The program now consists of 600 hours of education including 350 hours in the classroom consisting of anatomy and physiology, nutrition, fitness programing, legal considerations, business concepts, fitness assessments and more. In addition the other 250... moreNPTI is hands down the best program out there. The program now consists of 600 hours of education including 350 hours in the classroom consisting of anatomy and physiology, nutrition, fitness programing, legal considerations, business concepts, fitness assessments and more. In addition the other 250 hours are spent on practical application in a fitness facility, 50 of which is a required internship outside of the regular class time. The material presented includes theories from NPTI, NSCA, and NASM. Upon graduation you Diploma in Personal Training, a Diploma in Nutrition, and CPR/AED certification. In addition each student is also eligible to sit for the NASM CPT exam.
After attending this program I was absolutely ready to hit the ground running. My classmates and I are in high demand by many of the corporate fitness facilities in the area. About half of my graduating class had jobs ready to go prior to graduation. The ones who didn't were the ones who didn't want to go to work right away.
The instructors are amazing and I can't thank them enough for the education.
by Amy Rauch 46 days ago
National Council for Certified Personal Trainers (NCCPT)
I did the program to become a Personal Trainer through Groupon. NCCPT was awesome. Every time I called in, the people were always professional and helpful.The material was challenging and thorough. I studied my @#$ off for the test but passed it on the first go around. I got picked up as a trainer l... moreI did the program to become a Personal Trainer through Groupon. NCCPT was awesome. Every time I called in, the people were always professional and helpful.The material was challenging and thorough. I studied my @#$ off for the test but passed it on the first go around. I got picked up as a trainer less then two months later. Totally worth it.
by Philip Fingado 48 days ago
Nia
“Nia is like a two sided coin… on one side it is this amazing physical fitness program, on the other side, it is so fun and full of opportunity to learn about living fully in the body, you kind of forget your working out. Nia doesn’t have to be something that replaces your current workout…it... more“Nia is like a two sided coin… on one side it is this amazing physical fitness program, on the other side, it is so fun and full of opportunity to learn about living fully in the body, you kind of forget your working out. Nia doesn’t have to be something that replaces your current workout…it simply has the capacity to make what ever you love doing, even better!”
First and foremost Nia is a physical fitness program. Nia is often compared to Jazzersize or Zumba because we dance and move our bodies. What makes a Nia experience stand apart? First, we dance bare foot, every experience can be adapted to individual needs and abilities; and second, Nia is low impact. We work with the body's design. Every Nia class has 7 Cycles beginning with a focus and intent. Setting a focus and intent for your workout will give faster, better, and longer lasting results.
Every class offers a unique combination of 52 moves that correspond with the main areas of the body: base, core and upper extremities. Stiff beginners and highly fit athletes alike can adapt Nia to meet their needs by choosing from three intensity levels. Nia is low impact, but impeccable with how we condition the body. Since we do not wear shoes, we can allow our bare feet to become our sensory receptors. NO fancy sneakers required!
Nia is a fusion fitness program, which means we draw on several modalities of movement to create a unique multifaceted exercise experience. Nia integrates principles from three martial arts (Tae Kwon Do, Tai Chi, Aikido), three dance arts (Jazz, Modern Dance, Duncan Dance), and three healing arts (The Work of Moshe Feldenkrais, Yoga, Alexander Technique). These movement forms add energy and variety to your movements and allow you to explore all of the diverse aspects of yourself. Nia is designed to deliver physical fitness and conditioning and just happens to fill the more therapeutic needs of life by not divorcing fitness from our mind, emotions and spirit.
A lot of folks have never heard about Nia, but 2013 marks Nia’s 30th anniversary.
Nia has a simple philosophy: through movement we find health! The body itself reveals the body’s way. Nia cultivates health, fitness, and well-being by choosing pleasure over pain. Through Nia, one can learn to listen to their body’s sensations and utilize the gift of sensory intelligence as a way to live and be present and strong in the body.
Step into your own joyful journey with Nia, and positively shape the way you feel, look, think and live.
by Suzy Finnefrock 61 days ago
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
It's all about credentials, and NASM has all the answers!!
Having done both the CPT and PES courses, I can't tell you enough about how the programs get you ready to everyday work.
I highly recommend NASM to all those looking to go into a fitness career!!
by Shlomo Fishman 66 days ago
International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)
ISSA personal trainer was my first and then I took the SFN. I like how fast they respond to any questions you have and that they really want their students to be successful. I cant say enough about them and their message board and materials.
by Jerald Evans 69 days ago
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Can you do HFS certification with a BSN IN NURSING or does it specifically need to be exercise science?
by Virginia M 78 days ago
Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA)
I would like to know if any AEA members are doing aquatic programs for youth with weight issues ?
by Laura Papuga 92 days ago
Yoga Alliance
YA is the first and only organization for yoga and about yoga training and certification. It sets the standard for which all other programs aspire to, cough *yogafit* cough.
Riding the yoga fad craze, I can't believe this website lists soo many organizations.
Take note physical trainers who ... moreYA is the first and only organization for yoga and about yoga training and certification. It sets the standard for which all other programs aspire to, cough *yogafit* cough.
Riding the yoga fad craze, I can't believe this website lists soo many organizations.
Take note physical trainers who think taking a class or two in yoga instruction will fit the bill: to be a good yoga teacher you must have your own yoga practice. Too many of you decide "oh, I'm going to teach yoga" and don't know your asana from your elbow. No amount of training or certifications will help you if you've only taken a class or two on your own...
200 hours is the minimum you should seek, anything less is dangerous. A YogaAlliance certified program is what you seek.
by Eff Yogafit 95 days ago
National Council for Certified Personal Trainers (NCCPT)
I went though the NCCPT certification and loved the learning. The test is difficult, but the standards are high for this organization. I have studied other manuals and have taken other tests and this is the best I have studied.
There was great customer service and all the employees were helpf... moreI went though the NCCPT certification and loved the learning. The test is difficult, but the standards are high for this organization. I have studied other manuals and have taken other tests and this is the best I have studied.
There was great customer service and all the employees were helpful throughout the process of certification. I would definitely do it all over again!
by Paul Krenzel 103 days ago
Interactive Fitness Trainers of America (IFTA)
Greg Sims is a fabulous trainer; he shares a great blend of technical and social skills in his courses which keeps participants engaged all the time. Very dedicated trainer who ensures that his courses continue to run even when he had a knee injury during one of his international seminars.
by Calvin Ng 104 days ago
SilverSneakers
Hey, I just got my Silver Sneaker pass. I was paying to play sports at two City owned and staffed community centers and the other day I used my pass. It was for use of the complete facility but only used it that day for indoor Pickleball. Having never played it prior I must say I picked it up really... moreHey, I just got my Silver Sneaker pass. I was paying to play sports at two City owned and staffed community centers and the other day I used my pass. It was for use of the complete facility but only used it that day for indoor Pickleball. Having never played it prior I must say I picked it up really quick with all the friendly encouragement et al.
Got to say it was additionally gratifying because it for once didn't cost me a dime.
There were others there that had their passes and told me how they loved the benefits. I still need to use it more and then I 'll have a better idea of how good it is.
by Arun S 110 days ago
(ISFTA) International Sports & Fitness Trainers Association (ISFTA)
What I love about ISFTA is the fact that they include a PRACTICAL component to their CPT certification exams. So not only do learn the information, but you also get first hand experience in having to be able to APPLY it.
by Ryan Ortega 122 days ago
(ISFTA) International Sports & Fitness Trainers Association (ISFTA)
I would like to thank ISFTA and its GREAT roster of top notch course instructors for the opportunities that have opened up to me since receiving my certificate. Fitness has always been a passion of mine. Now I can turn that passion into a career by helping others fulfill their fitness goals. I wa... moreI would like to thank ISFTA and its GREAT roster of top notch course instructors for the opportunities that have opened up to me since receiving my certificate. Fitness has always been a passion of mine. Now I can turn that passion into a career by helping others fulfill their fitness goals. I want to extend my thanks for the courses you offer and the unwavering drive that the ISFTA staff has in making sure that LIVE person to person instruction and practical hands on application is still best format for keeping the personal in person training. Thanks Team ISFTA!
by Kerri Yomens 122 days ago
BASI Pilates (BASI)
Don’t plan on ever being able to test out and get a job. Basi only offers certification tests twice a year, which book up 6 months out. The problem being that by the time they list the test date/location on the website, it is already booked and they do not expand to meet the demand. I finished the... moreDon’t plan on ever being able to test out and get a job. Basi only offers certification tests twice a year, which book up 6 months out. The problem being that by the time they list the test date/location on the website, it is already booked and they do not expand to meet the demand. I finished the training almost two years ago and every time I try to register for a test date, they say it is full, put me on a wait list to see if anyone cancels which no one does. Then ask if I can register for the next date in 6 months, they reply “we are not booking yet, try back again”. WTF
I don’t understand the business logic behind not wanting to have more test dates or locations. Students have to pay to take the test, do they not want to make money?
by Jenn A 124 days ago
Aerobics & Fitness Association of America (AFAA)
If I receive a letter with an ID card that has an AFAA member number, does this mean that I passed the Group Fitness Examination??
by K Sher 129 days ago
