Can I get my fitness certification through IDEA?

IDEA is not a fitness certification agency, but we fully support continuing education by offering approved CECs/CEUs for more than 25 leading certification agencies including ACE, AAFA, NASM, NSCA, ACSM, ICAA and many others. No matter what your base certification is, consider IDEA your one-stop shop for keeping your certifications up to date, affordably and conveniently.

I’m interested in joining IDEA as a member. How do I sign up?

Go to IDEAfit+, and follow the simple application process!

What benefits do I get with my IDEA membership?

IDEA provides a comprehensive array of benefits for its members:

1. Affordable continuing education including online courses, workshops, webinars and in-person events.
2. An array of award-winning content in IDEA Fitness Journal, IDEA Fit Tips, IDEA Food & Nutrition Tips, IDEA ProPicks and IDEA Member Insights.
3. Resources and support for professional development, including career guidance, mentorship and networking opportunities.
4. Discounts and special offers: Members can unlock discounts on events, CECs/CEUs, and products and services from IDEA partners on equipment, apparel and fitness technology.
5. Community: IDEA members span more than 80 countries and stay connected through our online forums, events and webinars.

I’m interested in writing articles for IDEA. How do I submit my idea?

All articles at IDEA are assigned as custom content for Fitness Journal and our various niche newsletters. Please consult our Author Guidelines for details on what we look for and how to submit your article query.

How do I learn more about the professional liability and club and studio insurance plans IDEA offers through Lockton Affinity?

You can find general information about the professional liability policies we offer through Lockton here. Call Lockton directly at 844-257-4079 or email inquiries here.

How do I learn more about the healthcare insurance plans IDEA offers through Crystal Bay Insurance?

You can find general information about healthcare policies for fitness professionals here. Call Crystal Bay directly at 844-200-0620 or email inquiries here.

How do I cancel my IDEA membership?

To cancel your membership, contact IDEA Inspired Service at 1-800-999-4332 ext. 7 or at inspiredservice@ideafit.com. Please provide your membership information, including your name, membership number and reason for canceling.

NOTE: IDEA membership is set up for annual automatic renewal. You must cancel your membership prior to the renewal date if you no longer wish to be an IDEA member or be charged for another year of membership.

How do I disable the automatic renewal of my membership?

1. Go to your “My Account” page.
2. On the “Subscriptions” section, find your active subscription.
3. Find the more_vert menu and click it.
4. Click “Cancel”

When does my membership expire?

To check your membership end date, please follow these simple steps:

1. Go to your “My Account” page.
2. On the “Subscriptions” section, find your active subscription. The “Next billing” date is when your membership will renew.

IDEA Health & Fitness Association memberships are set up for annual automatic renewal. If your “Auto Renew Status” is set to “Active,” your membership will automatically renew on the date indicated under “Renewal Date.” If you no longer wish to be a member and want to avoid being charged, please disable automatic renewal before the renewal date. You can find details on disabling the auto renew feature in How do I cancel my IDEA membership?, above.