Become a Personal Trainer
Personal Fitness Training (PFT) is a 10-week non-credit course that prepares you to become a personal trainer. The class meets twice per week for 1.5 hours each class and includes lecture, discussion, work time and exercise. You will learn the fundamental skills of personal training and gain experience coaching a mock client through an initial package and 3 training sessions based on their individualized goals. Upon completing the class, you have the option to take the American Council on Exercise (ACE) personal trainer exam to obtain your nationally accredited certification. We will answer all questions about the exam, including cost, in our PFT info session and throughout the course. You will also have the option to apply for a personal training position with Campus Recreation.
Our next PFT offering will be in Spring 2027. If you are interested in the class, please attend our information meeting on:
November 17th @ 5pm in Meeting Room B. Email taylor.sidore@colostate.edu to reserve your spot!
Spring 2027 Registration opens on January 19th, 2027, and closes on January 31st, 2027.
- February 1st – April 14th, 2027
- Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30 pm – 7 pm
- Meeting Room A
Become a Group Class Instructor
Fitness Instructor Training (FIT) is a 10-week non-credit course that prepares you to become a group fitness instructor. The class meets twice per week for 1.5 hours and includes lecture, discussion, work time, and exercise. You will learn the fundamental skills of teaching a class and gain experience teaching strength or cardio class formats. Upon completing the class, you will be prepared take the American Council on Exercise (ACE) group fitness instructor exam to obtain your nationally accredited certification ($199 exam cost not included). Following the class, you will have the option to audition for an instructor position with Campus Recreation. If you are interested in teaching yoga, check out our Yoga Scholarship application for funding toward a Yoga Teacher Training!
Our next FIT offering will be in Spring 2027. If you are interested in the class, please attend our information meeting on:
November 18th @ 4pm in Meeting Room B in the Lobby of the Rec Center. Email georgia.garrett@colostate.edu to reserve your spot!
Registration opens on January 19th, 2027, and closes on February 1st, 2027.
- February 2nd – April 15th, 2027
- Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30 pm – 7 pm
- Meeting Room A
“Teaching at the Rec has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my college career so far–I’ve loved getting to learn and grow alongside my participants in the cycle studio!”
For questions regarding PFT, email the Assistant Director of Fitness, taylor.sidore@colostate.edu. For questions regarding FIT, contact the Fitness Coordinator by emailing georgia.garrett@colostate.edu.