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PT is more than just programming your client training sessions. You’ll have individuals to work with. People have ups and downs, have times of stress, they may be juggling family life, going through a divorce or having a tough time at work. Can you manage taking on board people’s emotions and still deliver the best session possible?

Are you someone who gets a buzz from people being motivated and feeling that energy rush exercise brings?! Client energy levels can be variable. They will have niggles and injuries requiring alternative approaches; but you have the potential to really challenge and change people’s lives being a PT. Not every job can offer this!

PTs have a huge range of natural temperaments and personalities – which is great  – since so will all your clients! PT is a real people-facing role and they will draw from your energy and positive approach. You’ll be their greatest supporter but often need to be an ‘uncompromising friend’ when they need challenging on their habits, nutrition or thinking.

Waiting for the perfect time to start a PT course might mean it never happens! It might take some organisation and juggling things to attend all the planned course sessions and start structuring your new life. The same levels of commitment will be needed to help your future clients. We know from our successful trainers how thankful they were to make the effort and make it all happen.

Working for yourself can be hugely satisfying but you are also in charge of your diary and job list too! No boss there to chase your session planning, confirming bookings, chasing new enquiries, being responsive to incoming messages and calling enquiries back – is this all for you? There is non-negotiable admin time needed to factor these tasks into your typical week – we certainly see a range of abilities in this area! If you’re organised and proactive, you are already in a great position to make the most of this often underestimated business skill.

You might be content with running all your sessions yourself. Maybe you’re interested in working towards a group fitness offering and a service that requires 2 or more trainers to work effectively? Whatever your dream goal, the Academy team have experience of delivering small group PT, studio classes, running outdoor bootcamps and also managing other trainers. We can support business modelling, pricing, taking payments, keeping records, practising sales techniques and developing your marketing strategy. So you can create your perfect business model to suit you.

Maybe you loved school, maybe you’re glad to have moved on?! Wherever you sit we certainly hope you never feel like learning with us feels like being back at school. Our approach is coaching you through and supporting as closely as you need in all areas. Every learner will have strengths and areas they need more help with. We are happy to share all our past challenges we’ve encountered and mistakes made along the way. We are especially keen to also learn from you too and gain new ideas! Our mantra is; if you’re not making a few mistakes and taking on some manageable risks – you’re never going to move forward.

Typically early starts are part and parcel of the PT life. It’s when a lot of people want to train. However, not everyone will be looking for this and you’ll need to decide how to structure your day. Is daytime work more preferable or do evenings fit your lifestyle best? It’s largely in your control when and how you choose to work and structure your days and weeks. As more people are now working from home, we are certainly seeing more daytime sessions booked in with trainers. Ultimately it’s your routine to create!