The industry is constantly changing to meet the growing needs of your club, and IHRSA’s associate-member companies are always one step ahead. It’s here you’ll find the latest information to best serve your needs—from insurance and software, to continuing education and training. The opportunities are endless!
AMERICAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITY (APU)
American Public University (APU) offers more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide variety of specialties. Whether a fitness professional is working in a munici- pal, commercial fitness, school, or military setting, APU offers them a flexible and affordable program. Affordable tuition makes it possible to further education without breaking the bank. Learn more about the best values in online education.—| Contact: 877-777-9081,
www.studyatapu.com/cbi. Please see our ad on page 85.
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NATIONAL FEDERATION OF PROFESSIONAL TRAINERS (NFPT)
National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT) has certified fitness professionals since 1988, offer- ing an accredited Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) assessment that can be conveniently taken at one of over 300 locations by appointment. The NFPT—CPT
credential is industry recognized, nationally and internationally. Whether a trainer is starting a new career, or attempting to enhance it, NFPT guides them step-by-step down the path to success by providing the start-to-finish support that they need in a certification credential.—| Contact: 800-729-6378,
www.NFPT.com. Please see our ad on page 71.
UNITED STATES PROFESSIONAL TENNIS ASSOCIATION (USPTA)
With more than 15,000 members, the USPTA is one of the world’s oldest, largest, and most respected associations of tennis-teaching professionals. As the leader in tennis- teacher certification and education, the organization offers a professional, career-path certification designed for full-time tennis professionals. The USPTA also recently announced the launch of its Accredited Professional Coach classification, a new membership classification that includes mandatory education and is open to USPTA Professional 1, 2, and 3 members and Master Professionals. Membership in USPTA also includes $9 million in on-court liability insurance, and additional insurance for nonmembers.—| Contact: 800-877-8248,
www.uspta.com. Please see our ad on page 75.
LES MILLS
Les Mills provides best-practice club and group fitness management tools, training, and support to help maximize success, drive growth, and lead a club’s group fitness team. A dedicated Club Coach helps guide a club’s program launch step-by-step, backed by easy-to-follow documenta- tion. Instructors, managers, and owners all have regular education opportunities, both face-to-face and Web-based. For more information about Les Mills group exercise and ongoing education, contact a Les Mills agent.—|
Contact:
www.lesmills.com. Please see our ad on page 19.
NATIONAL EXERCISE TRAINERS ASSOCIATION (NETA)
The National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA) has certified over 130,000 fitness professionals and has been a recognized leader in the fitness industry for nearly 35 years. NETA offers two options to become a NETA Certified Personal Trainer: The first option is a two-day exam preparation workshop. The second option is to take the exam at a local testing center. NETA’s main certifications are NCCA-accredited. NETA has a history of offering cutting-edge training and certifications.—| Contact: 800-237-6242,
www.netafit.org. Please see our ad on page 79.
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