Personal trainers need to build a unique identity to stay one step ahead of the competition in an “industry that is becoming saturated”, according to a Sunderland academic. Morc Coulson, a senior lecturer at the University of Sunderland, has been involved in the health and fitness industry for the past 20 years, but says the market has become so overcrowded that … [Read more...]
Turn training into your trade – Leisure Industry Academy launches programme in Dublin
If you think strong is the new slim, then how about making a career at the gym? That was the message today as Leisure Industry Academy, a home-grown provider of certified training courses for personal trainers, launched its programme in Dublin. The company, which has existing offices in Belfast, Derry and Qatar, has teamed up with ICON Health Club to provide courses for those … [Read more...]
ACE Named Accredited Training Provider By The European Health & Fitness Association
As the first certification provider in the United States to earn approval by the European Health & Fitness Association (EHFA) Standards Council, fitness professionals certified with American Council on Exercise (ACE) now meet the European standards to practice in fitness facilities located throughout Europe. The EHFA has awarded ACE the designation of an EHFA Accredited … [Read more...]