The Life Time Academy Premier Personal Trainer certification course is designed to prepare graduates to succeed. Our science-based, integrated approach blends online, in-class and hands-on educational experiences to give students a practical, as well as theoretical, understanding of the work they’ll do in their careers as Personal Trainers.


Time Commitment
Online Coursework (~ 5-8 hours/week)
Weekly Live Webinar (8-9 pm (CST) every Tuesday)
4 Interactive Virtual Live Labs (2-4 pm (CST) e.o. Saturday)
NASM Personal Trainer Exam (post course completion)
Course Overview
Week 1: Introduction to Integrated Training
Week 2: Fitness Assessments & Body Systems
Week 3: Cardiorespiratory & Energy Systems
Week 4: Strength Training Concepts: Core & Balance Training
Week 5: Speed/Agility/Quickness & Plyometric Training
Week 6: OPT Model – Phase 1 & 2
Week 7: OPT Model – Phase 3, 4, 5
Week 8: Nutrition, Review & Final Assessment
Premier Personal Trainer Foundations
Our Premier Personal Trainer course provides foundational baseline knowledge, skills, and abilities to prepare you to be successful in the fitness industry.
PERSONAL TRAINING Certification Tuition & Pricing
Premier Personal Trainer Course
8-Week Course
94 Contact Hours
8 Credits
- Application Fee
- Tuition Fee
- Lab Fee
- Exam Fee
Pricing Effective May 1st, 2022
Schedule Interview before 5/1 to secure lower tuition.
* Tuition includes Life Time Student Membership.
** Uniform cost included in Supply fee.
PERSONAL TRAINING CERTIFICATION FAQ?
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