Fitness Certifications
From personal training and group fitness instruction to specialized disciplines, Tulane Campus Recreation offers programs and certification events to help you obtain the right certifications for a successful and impactful fitness career.
Upcoming Certification Events
| Training | Dates | Times | Standard Price | Early Bird Pricing | Training Info | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Mills BodyPump | February 8-9, 2025 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | $349 | $299 | More Info | Thursday, January 23rd |
| Les Mills GRIT | February 8-9, 2025 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | $349 | $299 | More Info | Thursday, January 23rd |
Two student scholarships are available to apply to one of these initial training options that fully covers the training cost. Apply for the student scholarship.
There is a 45% off standard price tickets for Tulane affiliates. Apply for the affiliate discount.
FitPro Mentorship Program
Tulane Campus Recreation's Fitness Professional Mentorship program offers a comprehensive learning pathway to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to be a trained and certified fitness instructor or personal trainer. Through a co-teaching model and mentorship opportunities, you will gain a deep understanding of best practices and emerging trends while earning an accredited fitness certification that signifies expertise and readiness for professional success.
Applications for the Fall 2024 are due on Friday, August 30th.
Click here to apply for the FitPro Mentorship Program as a Mentee!
New this Fall!
ACE is our preferred training certification organization that offers discount pricing for Tulane students and affiliates. Included here is a link to the ACE student pricing webpage: https://www.acefitness.org/student. The page offers discounts on study aids, manuals & certification exam. To access pricing for student discounts of 30% or more you will need to register a FREE account under the ACE student portal. Instructions on how to create an ACE student portal account are provided in the following PDF document: ACE Student Portal Information. Partial reimbursement scholarships are available for qualified and selected applicants.
Info Session & Mentor Meet & Greet: September 6th at 4:30 PM, in the Reily Center, Classroom 107
FitPro Mentee Application Due: August 30th
Proof of Receipt for Certification Program: September 13th
Mentors Assigned: September 20th
Certification Deadline Priority:
December 6th (to teach/train in the spring) *must complete hire paperwork and i-9 verification before you leave for Winter Break.
Certification Deadline General:
January 13th (to sub in the spring) *can start subbing when Hire Paperwork and i-9 verification is processed.
| Certification | Program Type | Registration & Info Link |
|---|---|---|
| ACE Personal Trainer (Preferred)* | Self Study/Online | Student Portal Info |
| ACE Group Fitness Instructor (Preferred)* | Self Study/Online | Student Portal Info |
| Les Mills RPM (Indoor Cycling) | In-Person | More Info |
| Les Mills BodyPump (Strength Training) | In-Person | More Info |
| Les Mills GRIT (HIIT Training) | In-Person | More Info |
Before signing up, email fitness@tulane.edu for 45% off your registration cost for Les Mills Certification workshops.
Special Note for Les Mills Certifications:
Les Mills Initial Trainings involve pre-work and post-work surrounding the initial trainings. In the post-work, instructors will submit a video of their class to LesMills Connect. Work with your mentor and Fitness Coordinator to select a time to film your submission. It will serve as your audition for the FitPro Mentorship Program.
FitPro Mentorship Program Video (Fall 2024)
I Want to Instruct/Train with Tulane Campus Recreation
If you are already accredited with an NCCA certification, please submit your application for consideration. Or you can contact Fitness and Wellness at fitness@tulane.edu or 504-314-2864 for more information and questions.
Certifications must be NCCA accredited. The NCCA is the National Commission for Certifying Agencies that regulate these certifications and educational material. We have provided a brief list of great personal trainer and group fitness instructor certifications below that are all NCCA-certified.
- ACE– The American Council on Exercise (Preferred)*
- NASM- National Academy of Sports Medicine
- NSCA– National Strength and Conditioning Association
- ACSM– American College of Sports Medicine
- NETA - National Exercise Trainers Association
- NESTA– National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association
- NCCPT- National Council for Certified Personal Trainers
- NCSF– National Council on Strength & Fitness
ACE is our preferred training certification organization that offers discount pricing for Tulane students and affiliates. Included here is a link to the ACE student pricing webpage: https://www.acefitness.org/student. The page offers discounts on study aids, manuals & certification exam. To access pricing for student discounts you will need to register a FREE account under the ACE student portal. Instructions on how to create an ACE student portal account are provided in the following PDF document:
