How to become a personal Trainer
Be the legal of 18
Have a high school diploma or equivalency
Obtain certification through a recognized certification program
Have an active CPR license
And lastly enjoy it! 😄
Some programs will offer a CPR class
A college degree is not required to become a fitness instructor in NY but having one is highly respected in the fitness industry and makes you more marketable.
Popular Associate/Bachelor degree majors for fitness instructor:
Exercise science
Personal training
Kinesiology
Sports medicine
Fitness and health management
Physical education
Exercise physiology
NY CUNY schools that offer personal training certification course:
Queensborough community college
Purchase College, SUNY
Westchester Community College
Lehman College
City College of New York
Some of these courses are offered online.
Some popular certification programs for personal training:
ISSA-CPT
NASM CPT
Other certifications are available through these same programs like group fitness instructor, or certified nutrition coach.
Pay:
According to indeed.com the average salary for a fitness instructor is 39.09/hr in NYC
Job outlook:
The outlook is positive and the field is expected to continue to grow.