We help Exercise Science students become successful personal trainers by providing certifications, expert mentorship, and practical tools to excel in the fitness industry.
WHAT WE DO
CERTIFICATIONS
Through our exclusive partnership with the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), we offer scholarship opportunities and significant discounts for personal training certifications.
EXPERT MENTORSHIP
Our mentorship programs connect you with experienced trainers who can offer valuable insights and advice. Gain real-world experience and hands-on training to ensure you excel in your career.
Our Client Relationship Management (CRM) system helps you grow your client base, design workout programs, and guides you step-by-step on how to succeed at every stage of your fitness career.
For over 30 years, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has produced the most successful personal trainers. Their cutting-edge digital learning platform offers scientifically accurate material through NCCA-accredited certification programs.
Streamlined and Interactive Learning Platform
This isn't your average "science" course. This NCCA-accredited certification uses a "edutainment" learning method, making the course enjoyable, simple, and available to everyone aspiring to become a personal trainer.
The Latest Training Strategies and How to Apply Them
Don’t be taught outdated information! These courses use the most accurate and up-to-date science to teach you how to implement what you learn into real-world situations.
Master Accurate, Effective Client Assessments
Assessing, instead of guessing, is critical to successfully training a client. By understanding where the issues in their body are, you can then begin to figure out how to properly address underlying problems that could prevent them from reaching their end fitness goals.
Learn the Art of Behavior Change
Having a plan for your future personal trainer career is great, but knowing how to convince your clients to stick to it is even better. That’s where behavior change comes in. Within the course, you’ll learn the keys to helping people alter behaviors that prevent them from becoming the ultimate version of themselves.
HOW IT WORKS
STUDY YOUR ONLINE COURSE
PASS YOUR NCCA-ACCREDITED EXAM
START YOUR NASM CPT JOURNEY
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✔ 100% Online Course
✔ NCCA Accredited Exam
✔ Digital Learning Platform
✔ High-End Learning Videos
✔ Biodigital 3D Models
✔ Audio Chapter Summaries
✔ Exercise Video Library
✔ Coaching Resource Library
✔ Best-in-Class Test Prep
Everything in Self-Study plus…
✔Job Guarantee ($499 value)
✔ Exam Retest ($199 value)
✔ Hardcopy Textbook ($199 value)
✔ Unlimited Access to NASM Experts ($299 value)
✔$900+ added value
Not only is NASM the most reputable, science-based certification provider, but joining their community grants you access to a job guarantee program for select packages, your top choice of gyms to work for, access to fitness experts, and so much more - all backed by an NCCA Accredited stamp of approval to showcase the quality of your certification as a personal trainer.
This course is at your own pace, you can have it done in as few as 4 weeks, or you can take your time with it and use the full 180 days, either is okay. On average, our candidates complete the entire process in 10-15 weeks.
An additional retest can be purchased by contacting NASM Member Services at 1-800-460-6276.
You will have 180 days from the date of enrollment to take the NASM-CPT exam. However, if you aren’t able to complete it by then, the Premium Self Study program comes with an exam retest that gives you an additional 180 days.
The exam is taken through a live proctor, which can be online or in-person at a proctoring location. For more information about taking the NASM-CPT exam, click here.
The NASM Certified Personal Trainer certification must be recertified every two years in order to ensure that NASM-CPTs stay up-to-date with current best-practice guidelines and skills. To recertify, you will be required to earn 2.0 NASM-approved CEUs (20 contact hours) every two-year certification period. This includes 0.1 CEUs from the mandatory CPR/AED certification.
You must have a high school degree or GED. You're also required to have a current CPR and AED certifications before you take the NASM-CPT exam. If you don’t already have a CPR and AED certification, the SMSB Academy can provide you with an online course at no additional cost.
There are a total of 120 test questions. Of those, 20 are research questions that do not count toward or against your final score. You must pass with a scaled score of 70% or better. You will have 2 hours to complete the exam.
See for yourself how we'll take your coaching career to new heights.
OUR PARTNERS
Trusted by the leading names in the fitness industry
Developing this course was a passion project for me. As a coach who was voted one of the top 10 online personal trainers in the United States, I know firsthand the challenges and rewards of this profession. I wanted to share the knowledge and strategies that helped me succeed, and that's what this course is all about.
It's more than just a set of lessons - it's a roadmap to success in personal training, packed with insights you won't find anywhere else. I'm confident that this course can help both new and experienced trainers grow their businesses and reach new heights in their careers.
Identify and connect with your ideal client
Establish a business model and pricing structure
Navigate the sales process effectively
Implement strategies to grow your client base
Learn from the best personal trainers in the fitness industry
✔️ Laying the Groundwork for a Thriving Fitness Business
✔️ Client Compass: Who Do You Want to Train?
✔️ Exploring Training Avenues & Finding Your Perfect Fit
✔️ How to Craft an Offer That Prospects Can’t Refuse
✔️ The Sales Mindset & Process Overview
✔️ Understanding the Client Journey
✔️ The Art of Building Relationships
✔️ Secrets to Effectively Prequalifying Prospects
✔️ Mastering Consultations to Secure Clients
✔️ Turning No into Yes: Strategies for Handling Objections
✔️ Essential Marketing Strategies for Fitness Professionals
✔️ Using Social Media to Build Your Fitness Empire Online
✔️ Creating a Website That Converts
✔️ Unconventional Marketing Tactics for Explosive Growth
✔️ Harnessing the Power of Referrals
✔️ Leveraging Client Stories for Marketing Gold
✔️ Understanding AI & Automation For Personal Trainers
✔️ Practical Steps to Implement AI & Automations
Engage in genuine one-on-one business coaching sessions, partake in vibrant group discussions, and gain access to a vault of resources designed to catalyze your success as a personal trainer.
It's not just about getting more clients—it's about building stronger relationships, enhancing your service delivery, and growing your business. By leveraging our platform, you can focus more on what you do best: transforming lives through fitness.
Draw in potential clients using our array of tools, including landing pages, surveys, forms, calendars, and an inbound phone system.
NURTURE
Stay connected with leads automatically through calls, SMS, emails, and even Facebook Messenger.
CLOSE
Utilize our built-in features to process payments, schedule appointments, and monitor key analytics for your business.
Our intuitive platform enables you to create comprehensive websites with custom menus. Craft captivating and high-converting landing pages within a single, convenient environment!
Our platform has built-in functionalities to gather leads through surveys and forms. These tools can be directly incorporated with our page builder or inserted into your existing sites for maximum flexibility.
A key aspect for personal trainers is the efficient scheduling and handling of appointments. That's why we've included a calendar application in our platform, ensuring a seamless experience in managing appointments all in one streamlined flow. Experience the SMSB Academy difference and take your personal training business to the next level.
The strength of our platform lies in what you can achieve post lead capture, empowering personal trainers to transform prospects into loyal clients.
Our multi-channel follow-up campaigns facilitate automated, engaging follow-ups, capturing meaningful responses from your leads.
Connect with leads via Phone Connect, Voicemail Drops, SMS/MMS, Emails, and even Facebook Messenger, ensuring you reach your audience through their preferred communication channels.
With our fully-featured mobile app, communicating with your leads has never been easier. Engage with potential clients anytime, anywhere, on any device. Experience the power of SMSB Academy and elevate your personal training business to the next level.
Experience effortless scheduling, designed to automate bookings for you without the need for manual intervention.
Our campaign builder offers you the flexibility to personalize your messaging, aligning with your brand voice and meeting your specific communication needs.
Create text conversations with the goal of placing booked appointments on calendars WITHOUT any human interaction. Stay focused on training while we handle the administrative tasks.
Harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning to streamline conversations, offering an intuitive, responsive experience for both you and your clients.