For Immediate Release 
September 18, 2025

IDEA® Health & Fitness Association, the world’s leading organization for fitness and wellness professionals, announced today that it has appointed Active Aid Fitness Academy (AAFA) of New Delhi, India, as an official reseller of its IDEAfit+ Membership. Through this partnership, fitness professionals in India can now enroll in IDEAfit+, gaining access to unlimited online courses, business management tools and the award-winning IDEA® Fitness Journal that have empowered instructors, coaches, and health professionals around the world.

IDEAfit+ is the industry’s most comprehensive professional development program. Members receive access to hundreds of online courses and certificates, enabling them to stay current with their certifications and learn new specialties. The membership also includes discounts for IDEA’s in-person events, digital newsletters and more than 10,000 fact-based articles from IDEA’s award-winning content creators. Business tools such as a program builder, social media scheduler (FitPost) and customizable client newsletters simplify operations for independent trainers and club owners.

“Our mission has always been to empower fitness professionals with the best education and resources,” said Sujata Kumari, CEO of Active Aid Fitness Academy. “Partnering with IDEA allows us to offer an unparalleled suite of continuing education accredited by ACE, ISSA and many other leading certifying agencies, business solutions and community support. The IDEAfit+ Membership will help our trainers and students expand their knowledge, obtain flexible insurance, attend global events, and deliver exceptional service to their clients. We’re proud to align with IDEA to elevate the standards of fitness education in India.”

Active Aid Fitness Academy is a premier training organization in India that has been reselling certifications from the American Council on Exercise and offering courses such as personal trainer, sports nutrition, and corrective exercise specialist programs for many years. AAFA operates multiple campuses across Delhi and has cultivated a community of trainers and students dedicated to delivering science-based coaching. By becoming an IDEAfit+ reseller, AAFA will add IDEA’s extensive library of continuing education courses, career advancing tools and international network to its offerings.

“Since 1982, IDEA has been committed to supporting fitness professionals worldwide with the education, community and resources they need to thrive,” said Amy Boone Thompson, CEO and owner of IDEA Health & Fitness Association. “By partnering with Active Aid Fitness Academy, we can extend the reach of IDEA into one of the fastest growing fitness markets. AAFA shares our passion for excellence, and together we will ensure that fitness professionals throughout India have access to world class education, business tools and community support that enhance their careers and inspire healthy communities.”

About Active Aid Fitness Academy

Active Aid Fitness Academy (AAFA) is a leading Indian fitness education provider with campuses in New Delhi. AAFA offers internationally recognized personal trainer, sports nutrition and corrective exercise certifications and has long served as a reseller for the American Council on Exercise. Through its courses and community events, AAFA empowers aspiring trainers and fitness enthusiasts to pursue rewarding careers. AAFA is headquartered in Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, and can be reached at admin@activeaidfitness.in.

About IDEA Health & Fitness Association

For over 43 years, IDEA® Health & Fitness Association has been the world’s leading organization for fitness and wellness professionals. IDEA delivers world-class content and continuing education via its publications (including the award-winning IDEA Fitness Journal, conferences, streaming videos and digital courses. With members in more than 80 countries, IDEA strives to Inspire the World to Fitness® by providing resources, community and advocacy for fitness professionals.

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