February 9, 2024
Become a certified personal trainer or instructor
K-State students are invited to become a personal trainer or group fitness instructor. Rec Services is hosting an eight-week prep course from Feb. 18-April 19 at the Rec Complex to help you become certified.
The skills you develop in the course are applicable for K-State students wanting to become physical therapists, chiropractors, athletic trainers, strength coaches and more.
The following courses will be offered:
- NASM-certified personal trainer: Learn how to write safe and effective workouts based on your clients goals.
- AFAA-certified group fitness instructor and learn how to build a fitness workout experience for a variety of people.
These prep courses will teach you the human movement foundations and leadership skills to help prepare you for the national exam and includes the following:
- More than 15 hours of hands-on experience and instruction.
- Online student portal.
- Textbook.
- Exam voucher and re-test voucher.
The personal trainer student rate is $584 and the group fitness instructor student rate is $324. Payment plans are available.
Registration is open through Friday, Feb. 16. To register visit the administration office at the Rec Complex, through the north entrance, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or call 785-532-6980.
Contact Mitzie Rojas, assistant director of fitness, at mitzie@-state.edu.