How to become a personal trainer in New York

• • Be at least 18 years old

  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent

  • Earn certification from an accredited certification program

  • Hold a valid CPR license

  • And most importantly, have fun! 😄

  Some programs provide a CPR class. While a college degree is not necessary to become a fitness instructor in NY, possessing one is highly esteemed in the fitness industry and enhances your marketability.

  
  

  • Common Associate/Bachelor degree majors for fitness instructors

  • Exercise science

  • Personal training

  • Kinesiology and sports medicine

  • Fitness and health management

  • Physical education

  • Exercise physiology

  • NY CUNY schools providing personal training certification courses

  • Queensborough Community College

  • Purchase College

  • SUNY Westchester Community College

  • Lehman College, City College of New York

  • Several of these courses are available online.

  
  

Two widely recognized certification programs for personal trainers

• ISSA-CPT

• NASM CPT

  Other certifications can be obtained through these programs, such as group fitness instructor or certified nutrition coach.

  
  

  Salary Information:

  
  

  According to indeed.com, the average salary for a fitness instructor in NYC is $39.09 per hour.

  
  

  Job Outlook

  
  

  The outlook is favorable, with the field expected to continue growing.