fitness as a career
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A Presentation on making Fitness as a career. A basic guide for certifications and available opportunities, scope, job opportunities.TRANSCRIPT
A strong mind resides in a healthy body. The fast pace of modern lifestyle has led to
an unimaginable amount of physical andpsychological stress on human body andmind.
Consequently, demand for trained fitnessinstructors has increased manifold.
A strong mind resides in a healthy body. The fast pace of modern lifestyle has led to
an unimaginable amount of physical andpsychological stress on human body andmind.
Consequently, demand for trained fitnessinstructors has increased manifold.
Fitness has emerged both as a lucrativebusiness opportunity and a sustainable careeroption.
India may not be on top of mind for thefitness sector but, according to theInternational Health, Racquet & Sports clubAssociation, its 1,200 clubs are more thanwhat Indonesia and Malaysia have combinedand account for $510 million in industryrevenues.
According to the U. S. Department of Labor,Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlookfor this profession is projected to “growmuch faster than the average” for alloccupations between 2008 and 2018.
Majority of the Indians are either insufficientlyactive or totally inactive, with the levels ofactivity decreasing with age.
Also India has one of the highest rates ofCVD, obesity and diabetes, in the world.
Health care costs are rising exponentially asthe medical field continues to focus more ontreatment than on prevention.
According to the American Heart Association,childhood obesity is now the number onehealth concern among the U.S. parents, evengreater than the concerns of drug abuse andsmoking.
Health care costs are rising exponentially asthe medical field continues to focus more ontreatment than on prevention.
According to the American Heart Association,childhood obesity is now the number onehealth concern among the U.S. parents, evengreater than the concerns of drug abuse andsmoking.
Screen and interview potential clients todetermine their readiness for exercise andphysical activity.
Perform fitness tests and assessments Help clients set realistic goals Develop exercise regimens and programs (Ex
Rx)cntd . .
Screen and interview potential clients todetermine their readiness for exercise andphysical activity.
Perform fitness tests and assessments Help clients set realistic goals Develop exercise regimens and programs (Ex
Rx)cntd . .
Demonstrate and instruct specific techniques Supervise or spot clients Maintain records of client’s progress Be a knowledgeable resource Educating clients about health and fitness
Demonstrate and instruct specific techniques Supervise or spot clients Maintain records of client’s progress Be a knowledgeable resource Educating clients about health and fitness
Effective communication skills Ability to motivate and influence Effective interviewing and screening Effective use of goals and objectives Effective and safe exercise program design Effective use of up-to-date knowledge Obtaining new skills
Effective communication skills Ability to motivate and influence Effective interviewing and screening Effective use of goals and objectives Effective and safe exercise program design Effective use of up-to-date knowledge Obtaining new skills
Commercial (for profit) fitness centres Community (not-for-profit) fitness centres Corporate fitness/wellness centres University wellness/fitness centres Owner/operator(self-employed) studios,
fitness centres
Cntd . . . .
Commercial (for profit) fitness centres Community (not-for-profit) fitness centres Corporate fitness/wellness centres University wellness/fitness centres Owner/operator(self-employed) studios,
fitness centres
Cntd . . . .
Medical fitness centres (MFC’s) Government/military fitness centres Activity centres/retirement centres/assisted
living communities for older adults Cruise ships, resorts and spa fitness centres
etc
Medical fitness centres (MFC’s) Government/military fitness centres Activity centres/retirement centres/assisted
living communities for older adults Cruise ships, resorts and spa fitness centres
etc
WHERE DO I START MYFITNESS CAREER ?
WHERE DO I START MYFITNESS CAREER ?
First find out your “Why” Understanding WHY this career is appealing
is the first step.
First find out your “Why” Understanding WHY this career is appealing
is the first step.
Next: Start your “How” Certification Mentor
What are some examples of rewardingcareer paths ?◦ Administrative◦ Clinical◦ Entrepreneur◦ Academics
What are some examples of rewardingcareer paths ?◦ Administrative◦ Clinical◦ Entrepreneur◦ Academics
Reading and research Clinics, conferences and conventions Coursework
The satisfaction of seeing healthy results Exceeding client expectations Entering the world of lifelong learning
The satisfaction of seeing healthy results Exceeding client expectations Entering the world of lifelong learning
There is no dearth of employmentopportunities for qualified fitnessinstructors.
In the private sector, the range ofemployment openings range from five starhotels to innumerable health resorts, spas,sports and fitness clubs
You can start your own gymnasium or ahealth club or work exclusively as apersonal fitness trainer for some celebrity.
There is no dearth of employmentopportunities for qualified fitnessinstructors.
In the private sector, the range ofemployment openings range from five starhotels to innumerable health resorts, spas,sports and fitness clubs
You can start your own gymnasium or ahealth club or work exclusively as apersonal fitness trainer for some celebrity.
Depending on experience, skill sets Salary wise Commission based Hourly
Depending on experience, skill sets Salary wise Commission based Hourly
Very high demand for qualified fitnessprofessionals
The fitness industry is here to stay andgrow in leaps and bounds in the futurelooking at the present job market scenario.
The infrastructure of the fitness business incountries such as the U.S., Canada,Germany, the UK, France, South Africa, andAustralia is far more developed andorganized than what it is in India.
The infrastructure of the fitness business incountries such as the U.S., Canada,Germany, the UK, France, South Africa, andAustralia is far more developed andorganized than what it is in India.
The best aspect of this profession is thatyou will always stay fit. After all, it is yourjob to keep one and all in perfect shape.
You always get to meet and communicatewith people from different walks of life andwho knows how they may help you enhanceyour career or your fitness business.
You are a role model for people who areunder your tutelage.
The best aspect of this profession is thatyou will always stay fit. After all, it is yourjob to keep one and all in perfect shape.
You always get to meet and communicatewith people from different walks of life andwho knows how they may help you enhanceyour career or your fitness business.
You are a role model for people who areunder your tutelage.
This is a service industry and you cannotafford to loose your temper when dealingwith uncooperative or difficult people.
After a period of time, you might getcomplacent about your work and not takegood care of your patrons as you didinitially.
This job demands you to be on your toes allthe time. Slackness means loss of clientele,erosion of hard earned reputation andbusiness.
This is a service industry and you cannotafford to loose your temper when dealingwith uncooperative or difficult people.
After a period of time, you might getcomplacent about your work and not takegood care of your patrons as you didinitially.
This job demands you to be on your toes allthe time. Slackness means loss of clientele,erosion of hard earned reputation andbusiness.
Personal trainingAerobics, zumba, pilatesGroup fitnessDiet and nutrition Sports nutritionAqua exerciseWeight managementGeneral gym training
Personal trainingAerobics, zumba, pilatesGroup fitnessDiet and nutrition Sports nutritionAqua exerciseWeight managementGeneral gym training
Youth fitness Pre/post natal fitness Sports conditioning Sports science and technology Senior fitness Special medical concerns Fitness director/manager
Youth fitness Pre/post natal fitness Sports conditioning Sports science and technology Senior fitness Special medical concerns Fitness director/manager
Youth Fitness Specialist Fitness Nutrition Specialist Orthopedic Exercise Specialist Weight Management Specialist Sports Conditioning Specialist Functional Training Specialist Mind Body Specialist Therapeutic Exercise Specialist Senior Fitness Specialist Military Support Corrective Exercise Specialist
Youth Fitness Specialist Fitness Nutrition Specialist Orthopedic Exercise Specialist Weight Management Specialist Sports Conditioning Specialist Functional Training Specialist Mind Body Specialist Therapeutic Exercise Specialist Senior Fitness Specialist Military Support Corrective Exercise Specialist
Fitness modeling Multimedia Fitness Consultant – TV shows,
radio, Newspaper columnist, Q & A section Fitness blogging Celebrity trainer Fitness equipment consultant or designer Workshops and camps Sports nutrition supplement expert Online fitness consultation Fitness centre designing and planning In-house business
Fitness modeling Multimedia Fitness Consultant – TV shows,
radio, Newspaper columnist, Q & A section Fitness blogging Celebrity trainer Fitness equipment consultant or designer Workshops and camps Sports nutrition supplement expert Online fitness consultation Fitness centre designing and planning In-house business
Prerequisites vary depending oncertification
A minimum age of 18 yrs A high school diploma or equivalent Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate Most of the certifications need to be
renewed, usually every 2-3 yrs
Prerequisites vary depending oncertification
A minimum age of 18 yrs A high school diploma or equivalent Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate Most of the certifications need to be
renewed, usually every 2-3 yrs
American College of Sports Medicine –ACSM
American Council on Exercise – ACE The Cooper Institute National Academy of Sports Medicine -
NASM National Strength and Conditioning
Association - NSCA Reebok Certification course Sports Authority of India
American College of Sports Medicine –ACSM
American Council on Exercise – ACE The Cooper Institute National Academy of Sports Medicine -
NASM National Strength and Conditioning
Association - NSCA Reebok Certification course Sports Authority of India
IOC – International Olympic Committee CHEK – Corrective Holistic Exercise
Kinesiology
1. Certified personal trainer – ACSM, ACE,NSCA, NASM
2. Group fitness/exercise Instructor – ACE,ACSM
3. Health and Fitness specialist – ACE, ACSM4. Health Coach - ACE5. Reebok Certified Aerobics Instructor6. Diet and Nutrition Courses: MSc Clinical or
applied nutrition7. Pre-post natal fitness
1. Certified personal trainer – ACSM, ACE,NSCA, NASM
2. Group fitness/exercise Instructor – ACE,ACSM
3. Health and Fitness specialist – ACE, ACSM4. Health Coach - ACE5. Reebok Certified Aerobics Instructor6. Diet and Nutrition Courses: MSc Clinical or
applied nutrition7. Pre-post natal fitness
Better fitness for You – BFY sports andfitness: Multiple locations
Proton Fitness Academy – Bangalore Primal Patterns Holistic Fitness Studio –
Chennai Reebok training Institute – Multiple
locations GFFI fitness academy: Mumbai, Delhi SAI – Patiala, Trivandrum, Gwalior Dr TNG’s Fitness Academy - - ????????
Better fitness for You – BFY sports andfitness: Multiple locations
Proton Fitness Academy – Bangalore Primal Patterns Holistic Fitness Studio –
Chennai Reebok training Institute – Multiple
locations GFFI fitness academy: Mumbai, Delhi SAI – Patiala, Trivandrum, Gwalior Dr TNG’s Fitness Academy - - ????????
M.Sc. (SPORTS COACHING) PGD in sports management PGD in sports coaching PGD in sports management M.P.Ed in Exercise physiology, sports
psychology, sports biomechanics
M.Sc. (SPORTS COACHING) PGD in sports management PGD in sports coaching PGD in sports management M.P.Ed in Exercise physiology, sports
psychology, sports biomechanics
Anatomy and kinesiology◦ Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of
human movement and specifically evaluatesmuscles, joints, and skeletal structures and theirinvolvement in movement
Exercise Physiology Biomechanics: It views the human body as a
mechanical system of movable parts put inmotion by the application of forces
Anatomy and kinesiology◦ Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of
human movement and specifically evaluatesmuscles, joints, and skeletal structures and theirinvolvement in movement
Exercise Physiology Biomechanics: It views the human body as a
mechanical system of movable parts put inmotion by the application of forces
Nutrition and human performance Behaviour modification Initial client screening Developing the exercise program Business of fitness training
Fitness trainer/instructor Personal trainer Group exercise instructor Fitness consultant Fitness manager Fitness expert Nutritionist/Dietician Exercise/Fitness specialist Master trainer
Fitness trainer/instructor Personal trainer Group exercise instructor Fitness consultant Fitness manager Fitness expert Nutritionist/Dietician Exercise/Fitness specialist Master trainer
Talwalkars Better Value Fitness Ltd Gold’s gym Snap fitness Fitness first BFY – Better Fitness for You Star hotels – Taj, Grand Hyatt, Oberoi, The
Lalit, Leela
Talwalkars Better Value Fitness Ltd Gold’s gym Snap fitness Fitness first BFY – Better Fitness for You Star hotels – Taj, Grand Hyatt, Oberoi, The
Lalit, Leela
The Diploma course is offered by DistanceLearning on a part-time basis, and takestwo years to complete.
The language of instruction will be English,and students whose native language is notEnglish should provide evidence ofcompetence in English, e.g. TOEFL at 500 orabove, IELTS at 6 or above, GCSE orequivalent in English language.
The Diploma course is offered by DistanceLearning on a part-time basis, and takestwo years to complete.
The language of instruction will be English,and students whose native language is notEnglish should provide evidence ofcompetence in English, e.g. TOEFL at 500 orabove, IELTS at 6 or above, GCSE orequivalent in English language.
Program Fees:◦ Part 1: £2,600 (GBP)◦ Part 2: £2,400 (GBP)
Program Fees:◦ Part 1: £2,600 (GBP)◦ Part 2: £2,400 (GBP)
Duration: 2 years course (4 Semesters) Third year is Optional to study in Europe
with an affiliated University to JNTUK. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University,
Kakinada (JNTUK)
Duration: 2 years course (4 Semesters) Third year is Optional to study in Europe
with an affiliated University to JNTUK. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University,
Kakinada (JNTUK)