Aim of the Academy
The Academy aims to increase the professional skills of personal trainers, enabling them to provide more effective services to society and to provide them with specialties that will distinguish them from their colleagues. By providing trainings based on professional ethics and scientific foundations, the Academy will place personal training on a more professional basis and increase the contribution of this profession to public health.
Training Program and Certification
The Academy supports the development of personal trainers with a two-stage training program:
A1: Basic Trainings
Basic trainings that will strengthen the general knowledge and skills of personal trainers consist of the following titles:
- Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology: Provides a comprehensive knowledge of body structure and functions and teaches the scientific basis of training programs.
- Sports Psychology and Motivation Techniques: Motivational techniques and psychological support methods necessary for clients to achieve their goals are presented.
- Nutrition Knowledge: Balanced nutrition and proper dietary recommendations are taught.
- Ethics and Professional Standards: Principles of professional ethics and professionalism are taught to ensure that coaches provide a reliable and respected service to the community.
A2: Training Programming for Special Groups
Personal trainers are enabled to develop training programs for different target groups:
- Training Programming for Obese Individuals: Development of appropriate exercise programs for individuals struggling with obesity.
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Training Programming: Creating safe exercise plans for pregnant and postpartum individuals.
- Training for Individuals with Chronic Diseases: Safe exercise programs for individuals with chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and hypertension.
- Performance Enhancing Programming for Athletes: Advanced performance enhancement techniques for professional and amateur athletes.
Differentiation in the Personal Training Profession with the Academy
Among more than 30,000 personal trainers in Turkey, personal trainers have the opportunity to improve themselves with the training and certification programs offered by the Academy. These programs will enhance the knowledge and skills of personal trainers, providing them with a professional development that sets them apart from their peers. Graduates of the academy will become more respected and reliable in their professions thanks to prestigious trainings.
Contribution of the Academy to Society
This academy contributes to the education of personal trainers and encourages society to lead a healthier life. It will contribute to a healthier future for Turkey by working to prevent problems such as obesity and physical inactivity.
