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40-583: Goodlife Health Clubs is a chain of health clubs , with more than 80 locations in Australia. Leon McNiece founded Goodlife Health Clubs in 2002 in Queensland . McNiece sold a 53 per cent stake in the business to wealth management firm Colonial First State in 2006. However, Colonial soon decided to close its private equity division and put Goodlife up for sale. In September 2007, Macquarie Leisure Trust acquired Goodlife Health Clubs for $ 60 million. At

80-556: A bachelor's degree in "Physical Education" (a degree that combines knowledge in the fields of Exercise Science and Healthcare science ) and be registered with the Conselho Federal de Educação Física (Federal Council of Physical Education), and risk criminal charges if they operate without these two requirements. In Canada, the main certifying bodies are Canadian Fitness Education Services (CFES), Canadian Fitness Professionals (CanFit Pro), Certified Personal Trainers Network,

120-478: A sauna , steam room , or swimming pool and even nutrition counseling. Health clubs generally charge a fee to allow visitors to use the equipment, courses, and other provided services. In the 2010s, some health clubs became eco-friendly (e.g., zero waste ) and incorporated principles of "green living" in their fitness regimen. Health clubs offer many services and as a result, the monthly membership prices can vary greatly. A recent study of American clubs found that

160-617: A French vaudevillian strongman, established the first commercial gymnasium in Brussels , in response to the growing interest for physical exercise. In 1847 he opened his Gymnase Triat in Paris, introducing membership fees with varying rates for men, women, and children. The first health clubs for the general public were probably opened in Santa Monica, California in 1947 by Vic Tanny . Personal training A personal trainer

200-884: A NZ Certificate in Exercise 4 d) Hold current registration with an ICREPs partner To maintain your REPs registration you will need to a) Renew your registration yearly b) Keep your CPR and First Aid up to date and valid c) Complete 10CPD points per year In the UK, there are several ways to achieve a personal training qualification. Most personal training qualifications are accredited through awarding bodies like Active IQ, Focus Awards, YMCA Awards, VTCT and City and Guilds. These qualifications are generally delivered by Further Education (FE) establishments like colleges, or by private training providers. Upon successful completion of an accredited awarding body qualification, candidates become eligible for CIMSPA Practitioner status. There

240-400: A comprehensive client-centered approach along with a belief that clients are resourceful and capable of change. Qualified personal trainers or certified personal trainers (CPTs) recognize their own areas of expertise. If a trainer suspects that one of their clients has a medical condition that could prevent the client from safe participation in an exercise program, they must refer the client to

280-560: A high school diploma, CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), AED (automated external defibrillator) certification, and may involve an examination process. A 2002 investigation evaluated a random sample of 115 personal trainers using the Fitness Instructors Knowledge Assessment (FIKA) (which measures knowledge in nutrition, health screening, testing protocols, exercise prescription, and special populations). The study described that: In partnership with

320-521: A member of a registering body (Fitness Australia or Physical Activity Australia). The qualifications levels include; Level 1 - Certificate III in Fitness, Level 2 - Certificate IV in Fitness and Level 3 - Diploma of Fitness. These can be obtained from nationally accredited colleges (TAFE, Australian College of Sport & Fitness, Fitness Industry Training, Global Fitness Institute, Australian Institute of Fitness , Australian Fitness Academy). Once working in

360-473: A number of audio-visual displays, often TVs (either integrated into the equipment or placed on walls around the area itself) in order to keep exercisers entertained during long cardio workout sessions. Some gyms provide newspapers and magazines for users of the cardio theatre to read while working out. Most 2010-era health clubs offer group exercise classes that are conducted by certified fitness instructors or trainers. Group exercise classes are often considered

400-499: A passion for fitness and helping others achieve their goals, industry knowledge, leadership, and the ability to communicate effectively with their clients. Personal trainers may specialize in a certain training type, training philosophy, performance type, exercise modality, or client population. In general, most personal trainers develop exercise plans for aerobic exercise , resistance exercise , and/or flexibility training. With aerobic exercise prescription, personal trainers determine

440-495: A personal trainer may be related to a perceived health threat, a lack of knowledge, a personal belief in one's ability to begin and adhere to an exercise program, or some sort of psychological effect. Often clients will seek the guidance of a personal trainer for factors related to motivation and adherence. A personal trainer pays close attention to the client's exercise technique, workout routine, goals, values, and nutrition. Personal training in men and women has been shown to improve

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480-906: A wide variety of topics such as different training techniques, nutrition, exercise styles, health conditions, physiology, lifestyle, and rehabilitation. Once members obtain their Australian Cert III & IV in Fitness, they can practice nationally. This can be done with this certification and using the Global Portability Matrix. The Global Portability Matrix was designed by ICREPS. This stands for International Confederation of Registers for Exercise Professionals, which allows all members to practice in other countries. Members can train in Belgium, The Netherlands, Hungary, The United Kingdom, Ireland, Lebanon, Poland, The United States, The Caribbean, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, Canada, and New Zealand. In Brazil , personal trainers must have

520-814: Is also viewed as experience in the field with many client testimonials on their achievements working with their personal trainer. The International Confederation of Registers for Exercise Professionals (ICREPs) is an international partnership between registration bodies around the world that register exercise professionals. Member countries conform to the international standards set by ICREPs for personal training (and other exercise education credentials) and are transferable to other member countries. The current members of ICREPs (as of 2019) are: Fitness Australia, NFLA Canada, REPs India, REPs Ireland, REPs New Zealand, REPs Poland, REPs South Africa, REPs United Arab Emirates, USREPs, and IranREPs. In Australia, personal trainers may work independently with suitable insurance or choose to be

560-809: Is an individual who creates and delivers safe and effective exercise programs for healthy individuals and groups, or those with medical clearance to exercise. They motivate clients by collaborating to set goals, providing meaningful feedback, and by being a reliable source for accountability. Trainers also conduct a variety of assessments beginning with a preparticipation health-screening and may also include assessments of posture and movement, flexibility, balance, core function, cardio-respiratory fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, and skill-related parameters (e.g. power, agility, coordination, speed, and reactivity) to observe and gather relevant information needed to develop an effective exercise program and support client goal attainment. These assessments may be performed at

600-511: Is an unregulated industry. In Iran, the main certifying bodies are IranREPs and Bodybuilding Federation which these two organizations signed a memorandum of understanding in the beginning of 2019. IranREPs requires a diploma or degree in the exercise field from EuropeActive accredited providers or Sport universities. IranREPs joined the ICREPs in 2020. In Europe, personal trainers may work independently, but will always need accreditation by one of

640-445: Is no legal restriction on the title of Personal Trainer nor any formal body associated with regulating Personal Training. A number of certifications are available in the U.S., although a number are not accredited. Most require a high school diploma, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification, and some type of examination. The United States Registry of Exercise Professionals (USREPS)

680-441: Is recognised by both Exercise New Zealand (the industry association) and ICREPs. REPs NZ currently have three major registration categories 1: Exercise Prescription 2: Group Exercise 3: Yoga Teacher To be eligible to register for REPs you need to have one the below options a) Completed an initial qualification from a REPs registered Provider b) Complete a NZ University Degree with an Exercise focus c) Hold

720-484: Is the official registry of exercise professionals in the United States and provides clients, employers, healthcare practitioners, policymakers, and insurance providers a single source for finding well-qualified exercise professionals or to verify credentials. In the United States, various certifications are available within the fitness industry, although not all are accredited. Most certifications typically require

760-700: The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). As a result, the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) was recognized by IHRSA as a recognized accreditor of fitness professional certification organizations. Since then, the DEAC has accredited several personal trainer certification organizations, including the Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) and

800-627: The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) among others. As of now, NASM , ISSA , AFAA , ACSM , ACE, and NSCA certifications are among the 16 accredited certifications recognized by IHRSA, three of which are accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). Various organizations within the profession have lobbied for the adoption of more stringent criteria for certification developed by

840-1232: The NSF International . There remains no national legal restriction on the industry to date except for the District of Columbia (D.C.) which as of February 2014, passed legislation requiring personal fitness trainers to register in that jurisdiction. Personal Trainers in India must hold an appropriate Certification in Personal Training from respected organizations such as Active IQ, National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), National Exercise and Sports Trainer Association (NESTA), National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) and The International Sports Sciences Association(ISSA). Apart from all these International certifications, if one holds any National Skill Qualification Framework Certifications (NSQF Certificates) such as Level 4 Fitness Trainer, Level 5 Personal Fitness Trainer, Level 6 Strength and Conditioning and Diploma in Personal Training from REPS India, will also provide an opportunity to work as

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880-511: The 76-club Goodlife business to Quadrant Private Equity for $ 260 million, forming part of its Fitness and Lifestyle Group. In 2023 members of the United Workers Union launched a campaign against underpayment, wage cuts, and poor work conditions at over 150 Fitness First and Goodlife Health Clubs. Within a few months instructors successfully pressured management to concede to their demands. Health club In recent years,

920-645: The Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology (CSEP), and the National Fitness Leadership Association (NFLA). CSEP requires a diploma or degree in the exercise field, most other organizations require experience and/or workshops to qualify for a credential. Many personal trainers receive a CFES, CanFit Pro, NFLA or an NCCA accredited certification, but there are no certifications required by law. Fitness instruction in Canada

960-563: The amusement and recreation industry or in civic and social organizations. Personal training is not regulated in any jurisdiction in the United States except for Washington D.C. which adopted registration requirements for personal fitness trainers in February 2014. Some employers, such as gyms, require personal trainers to be certified. However, this is not always the case and some personal trainers can find work without certification. Overall, personal trainers must possess certain skills, such as

1000-516: The beginning of and after an exercise program to measure client progress toward improved physical fitness . Trainers create exercise programs following a progression model, using the baseline assessment as the starting point of a client's physical abilities and framing the program to fit the individual personally. They also provide education on many other aspects of wellness, including general health and nutrition guidelines. Helping clients to reach their full potential in various aspects of life requires

1040-632: The benefit-to-concern ratio for exercise (decisional balance), and increase confidence to choose exercise in the face of other time demands (scheduling self-efficacy ). Personal training results in higher strength, higher workout intensities, and higher perceived exertion during exercise. The profession is generally not restricted by the venue, and personal trainers may work in fitness facilities, in their own homes, in client homes, over live video (also called "virtual personal trainers"), or outdoors. Almost all exercise professionals work in physical fitness facilities, health clubs, and fitness centers located in

1080-614: The fitness industry, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA), which represents over 9,000 health and fitness facilities, started an initiative in 2002 to improve standards for both its own clubs and the industry as a whole. In January 2006, IHRSA implemented a recommendation that its facilities only accept personal trainers with certifications recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) if recognized either by

1120-430: The health and fitness facilities use cardio equipment, fitness screening, resistance-building equipment, pro shops, artificial sun-beds, health spas and saunas. The membership plans vary from as low as $ 20 per month, for value-priced gyms to as high as $ 700 per month. These health clubs, especially in the United States, are equipped with a range of facilities and provide personal trainer support. In 1840, Hippolyte Triat ,

1160-481: The industry, trainers who are members of associations are also required to complete short courses to obtain continuing education credit (CEC) points they need to keep their registration. A minimum of 20 CEC points every two years is required. Many personal trainers also have additional qualifications in weight loss, strength training, kid's fitness, and nutrition, which is in part due to the CEC program. CEC courses can cover

1200-543: The main certifying bodies such as: EREPS: The European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREPS) is an independent process for the registering of instructors, trainers and teachers working in the European health, fitness and physical activity sector. It is a pan-European system, based on independent national registers, which culminate in a central European database. New Zealand has one major registration body for exercise professionals – REPs New Zealand. REPs New Zealand

1240-491: The monthly cost of membership ranged from US$ 15 per month at basic chain clubs that offer limited amenities to over US$ 200 per month at spa-oriented clubs that cater to families and to those seeking social activities in addition to a workout. In addition, some clubs - such as many local YMCAs and JCCs - offer per-use punch cards or one-time fees for those seeking to use the club on an as-needed basis. These one-time fees are commonly referred to as day passes. Costs can vary through

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1280-772: The most important service in the centers for members' engagement. Many types of group exercise classes exist, but generally these include classes based on aerobics , cycling (spinning), boxing or martial arts , high intensity training , step yoga, regular yoga and hot (Bikram) yoga , pilates , muscle training, stretching , and self-defense classes such as Krav Maga and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu . Health clubs with swimming pools often offer aqua aerobics classes. The instructors often must gain certification in order to teach these classes and ensure participant safety. Some health clubs offer sports facilities such as swimming pools , squash courts, indoor running tracks, ice rinks, or boxing areas. In some cases, additional fees are charged for

1320-476: The number of fitness and health services have increased, expanding the interest among the population. Today, health clubs and fitness centers are a reference of health services, rising the adherence to physical activity. Most health clubs have a main workout area, which primarily consists of free weights including dumbbells and barbells and the stands and benches used with these items and exercise machines , which use gears, cables and other mechanisms to guide

1360-418: The proper health professional for medical clearance. The scope of practice for a personal trainer has a primary focus on prevention and involves enhancing components of health and fitness for the general, healthy population or those cleared for exercise. Proper exercise prescription may result in improved body composition , physical performance, heart condition, and health outcomes. The decision to hire

1400-597: The purchase of a higher-level membership, such as a Founders or a Life membership. Such memberships often have a high up-front cost but a lower monthly rate, making them potentially beneficial to those who use the club frequently and hold their memberships for years. Health clubs in North America offer a number of facilities and services with different price points for different levels of services. Some services have differently-priced levels or tiers, such as regular, pro, platinum and gold facilities or packages. Some of

1440-427: The risk of injury. While some discuss nutrition, ergogenic supplementation, and spiritual practices with clients, there is debate within the industry as to whether it fits within their scope of practice and training qualifications. Personal trainer accreditation is a process that provides certification of competency. Qualification standards for personal trainers vary between countries. Personal trainer accreditation

1480-605: The time, Goodlife had 18 health clubs across Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales. In March 2008, Macquarie Leisure purchased the Zest Health Clubs chain for $ 7.4 million, allowing it to expand Goodlife to South Australia and grow its Queensland footprint. In August 2009, Macquarie Leisure Trust was renamed Ardent Leisure Group. In January 2010, Ardent acquired seven of Zest's Western Australian health clubs for $ 4.2 million in cash and stock. The locations were rebranded to Goodlife Health Clubs. In August 2016, Ardent sold

1520-399: The type of exercise, duration of exercise, and frequency of exercise. For resistance exercise prescription, the type of exercise, total session volume, rest period, frequency, and intensity are determined. Personal trainers may also be involved in the prescription of stretching routines or other approaches. Personal trainers help clients to perform exercises with correct techniques, minimizing

1560-617: The use of these facilities. Most health clubs employ personal trainers who are accessible to members for training/fitness/nutrition/health advice and consultation. Personal trainers can devise a customized fitness routine, sometimes including a nutrition plan, to help clients achieve their goals. They can also monitor and train with members. More often than not, access to personal trainers involves an additional hourly fee. Newer health clubs generally include health-shops selling equipment, snack/protein bars and smoothies , restaurants, child-care facilities, member lounges and cafes. Some clubs have

1600-583: The user's exercise. This area often includes mirrors so that exercisers can monitor and maintain correct posture during their workout. A gym that predominantly or exclusively consists of free weights (dumbbells and barbells), as opposed to exercise machines, is sometimes referred to as a black-iron gym , after the traditional color of weight plates . A cardio theater or cardio area includes many types of cardiovascular training-related equipment such as rowing machines , stationary exercise bikes , elliptical trainers and treadmills . These areas often include

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