How do I become a certified personal trainer in Canada?

To become a certified personal trainer in Canada, enroll in an accredited program like the NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) through NPTA. Complete the course, pass the exam, and meet CPR/AED certification requirements.

Is NASM certification recognized across Canada?

Yes. NASM is a globally recognized certification, and through NPTA—its official Canadian partner—your credentials are widely respected by gyms, fitness studios, and employers across Canada.

How long does it take to complete the NASM CPT program?

Most students complete the NASM CPT certification in 4 to 6 weeks, depending on their pace. NPTA offers a flexible online learning model so you can study when it works best for you.

Does NPTA offer mentorship for new personal trainers?

Yes. NPTA provides mentorship throughout the certification journey to help new trainers build confidence, find clients, and create a successful career path.

What is the Corrective Exercise Specialization, and who is it for?

The Corrective Exercise Specialization (CES) helps fitness professionals identify and address muscle imbalances and movement dysfunctions. It’s ideal for trainers working with clients recovering from injury or seeking pain-free performance.

What are the benefits of the Nutrition & Fitness Bundle PLUS?

The Nutrition & Fitness Bundle PLUS includes the NASM CPT, Certified Nutrition Coach, CPR/AED Certification, and mentorship. It’s perfect for those looking to start a comprehensive career in health and wellness.

Is the NASM CPT program available online through NPTA?

Yes. NPTA offers the NASM CPT certification fully online with self-paced modules, making it accessible for students across Canada.

Are NPTA certifications recognized by Canadian employers?

Absolutely. As the official Canadian partner of NASM, NPTA certifications are recognized by most major gyms, health clubs, and private fitness employers in Canada.

Can I pursue multiple specializations at the same time?

Yes, NPTA offers bundles that allow you to complete multiple certifications together, such as the Career Kickstarter or Nutrition Pro Bundle PLUS, saving time and money while expanding your expertise.

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Group Personal Trainer | GPTS

Name: Group Personal Trainer | GPTS
Brand: NPTA Canada
SKU: GPTS
Price: 499.00 CAD
Availability: InStock

CEU Value: 1.9 NASM

If you can change someone’s life in a one-on-one personal training session, just think what you can do when you’re able to train an entire group of clients in the same time slot! The NASM Group Personal Training Specialization arms you with the skills you need to conduct effective group personal training sessions, with topics such as group exercise selection, designing group personal training programs, coaching and cueing your clients, and much more.

When you choose NASM to receive your a Group Personal Training Specialization, you’ll get access to:

World-class fitness & nutrition experts
Peer-reviewed content from the brightest minds in the industry
State-of-the-art digital learning platform designed to meet multiple learning styles
A curriculum that is consistently reviewed and updated with the most up-to-date material available

Starting at:

CAD 41.58 / month

12 payments

Full Price

CAD 499.0

One-time payment

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Combine the best of one-on-one personal training with the multiplied impact of group fitness so you can help more people and grow your income—all in the same time slot—with the NASM Group Personal Training Specialization.

Grow your impact and your income by learning to provide personal training for multiple clients at the same time
Gain the skills and methods you need to design and deliver a successful group personal training experience
120 ready-to-use Group Personal Training Program Templates make it easy to quickly design effective sessions
Learn business essentials to help you market your services and grow your client base
Expand your business to reach a new type of clientele with high retention
Self-paced online program makes it easy and convenient to launch your new career from home in just 2-4 weeks
CEU Value: 1.9 NASM

Curriculum

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Section 1:

Chapter 1: Introduction to Group Personal Training
Understand the different types of group training based on volume, identify uses of the OPT™ Model within group personal training, and describe instructor and client benefits.

Chapter 2: Basic and Applied Sciences
Define the components of the kinetic chain and learn to use strategies that maximize its functions in a group training setting.

Section 2:

Chapter 3: Group Exercise Selection and Technique
Determine exercise selection using client group size, understand common mistakes that group instructors overlook, and compare exercises used in groups with minimal equipment to exercises with common training modalities.

Chapter 4: Designing Group Personal Training Programs
Identify best practices in setting up group training programs based on volume, learn to use assessment protocols, and create group programs.

Chapter 5: Coaching and Cueing
Learn to determine and implement coaching techniques for various group sizes, and discover communication strategies and methodologies to increase participation.

Section 3:

Chapter 6: Building Your BusinessDetermine marketing strategies to create and retain group training clientele, develop pricing packages, and choose appropriate target markets.

Final Exam

After the completion of the course, you will take an online final exam from the comfort of your own home, or wherever you prefer to take tests, that consists of 100 questions. Each question will be multiple-choice. The exam is timed and cannot exceed 90 minutes. To pass, you need a score of 70% or higher. Don’t fret though, if you score below that, you have up to 3 attempts to pass.

Group Personal Trainer | GPTS

When you choose NASM to receive your a Group Personal Training Specialization, you’ll get access to:

World-class fitness & nutrition experts
Peer-reviewed content from the brightest minds in the industry
State-of-the-art digital learning platform designed to meet multiple learning styles
A curriculum that is consistently reviewed and updated with the most up-to-date material available

Starting at:

CAD 41.58 / month

12 payments

Full Price

CAD 499.0

One-time payment

Elective Financing Options

How it works

3 Steps to Go From Your Desk to Your Dream Job Coaching Clients

Get Certified

Choose from our diverse range of science-based certification programs. All courses are 100% online and self-paced to provide a flexible learning experience.

Gain Experience

Build your resume + confidence as a trainer through NPTA's Apprenticeship program. Gain hands-on experience and learn directly from Canada's top leading trainers.

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Now that you’re experienced and job-ready, start maximizing your earning potential. Join NPTA’s affiliate program and inspire others to sign up for our top-tier certification programs. Earn up to $600 for every successful referral.

Group Personal Trainer FAQs

Why should I choose NASM to pursue my Group Personal Trainer Specialization?

As one of the most trusted sources of fitness training certifications in the world, NASM is a distinguished name that will stand out to fitness employers. When you choose NASM for your Group Personal Trainer Specialization, you’ll get access to world-class fitness experts, your top choice of gyms to work for, and much more:

Peer-Reviewed Content from the Brightest Minds in the Industry
State-of-the-Art Digital Learning Platform
Programs Designed to Meet Multiple Learning Styles
35+ Years Of Experience Training Fitness Professionals
1.5M+ Fitness Professionals Trained
100+ Countries with NASM Fitness and Coach Professionals
14K+ Gym & Health Club Partnerships

What's the difference between the Group Fitness Instructor Certification and the Group Personal Trainer Specialization?

In the Group Fitness Instructor Certification program, you’ll learn how to lead groups of up to 40-50 participants in a more predefined workout like yoga, Zumba®, indoor cycling, and so on.

In the Group Personal Trainer Specialization, you’ll learn to lead smaller groups of up to 10 people through more individualized workouts.

Group Personal Trainer sessions are typically more expensive than Group Fitness sessions.

What are some of the benefits of holding group classes?

Group classes like these can help scale your business by reaching clients and participants who might not have been able to afford a personal trainer on their own.

In addition, group personal training clients and participants often have greater retention due to the team-like atmosphere during the sessions.

Are there any prerequisites for the NASM Group Personal Trainer Specialization Certification program?

There are no prerequisites for this course, although a personal trainer certification or a fitness specialization is recommended.

How long does it take to complete the NASM Group Personal Trainer Certification program?

You can complete the NASM GPTS Certification program in 2-4 weeks.

Can I do this program while working full-time?

Absolutely! You can complete the Group Personal Trainer Specialization while also working full-time. The study material is 100% online and self-paced, and can be accessed on a computer, or a mobile device such as a phone or tablet.

What's the final exam like?

The Group Personal Trainer Specialization exam is taken online inside your student portal. You'll have 365 days from the date of purchase to take the exam. This exam features:

100 multiple-choice questions
90 minutes to complete
70% or higher required to pass
3 exam attempts

Do I have to renew my NASM Group Personal Trainer Specialization?

There is no need to recertify this specialization.

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Group Personal Trainer | GPTS

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Group Personal Trainer | GPTS