A Physical or fitness Trainer helps people of different ages improve their physical health and fitness level through exercise and healthy diet. They may specialize in one or more areas, including but not limited to aerobics, weight lifting, pilates, yoga, and dance. They may lead group classes, provide one-on-one training to clients, or a combination of both. A fitness trainer can also help alleviate muscle pains and soreness which is common in players.
Personal Competencies
• You like different types of physical activities
• You have the ability to motivate others
• You like to work outdoors
• You are an effective communicator
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in any stream
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.P.Ed.) in Exercise and Sports Science or Physical Education OR
Complete a Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree (M.P.Ed.) OR
Pursue a Certificate Course or Diploma in Physical Education
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
The course is offered by the Department of Physical Education.
This list of institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Jadavpur University, Kolkata
2. Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
3. University of Delhi, Delhi
4. Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
5. Bangalore University, Bengaluru
6. Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
7. Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla
8. Gujarat University, Ahmedabad
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC before applying)
I. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
2. Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar
3. Integral University, Lucknow
4. Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai
5. Manipal University, Jaipur
6. NIMS University, Jaipur
7. Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai
8. Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 21,000 - 90,000.*
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE schemes and state schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com - This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI.*
• Scholarships are also made available in institutes based on merit
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA). Students can view, apply and track the education loan applications on the website.
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Where will you work?
Places of Work: A Physical/ Fitness Trainer can work in sports clubs, gymnasiums, fitness clubs, community fitness clubs and so on.
Entrepreneurship: You can start your own business or fitness institute and also become a personal trainer.
Work Environment: You have to be constantly active and on your feet. Your iob might involve travel. You are expected to work in shifts.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Expected Growth Path
Junior Trainer → Fitness Trainer → Fitness Club Manager/Gym Owner
Expected Income
*The figures are indicative & subject to change
The approx. salary of a Physical/ Fitness Trainer ranges between INR 6,000 - 25,000* per month depending on experience
Biswajit Tapadar is a fitness expert in Kolkata who received his BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) from NIOH (National Institute of Orthopedically Handicapped) Kolkata. He had then pursued a Post Graduate Diploma in Preventive and Promotive Health Care from Apollo Medvarsity, Hyderabad. For the last 20 years, he has been the owner of a fitness Institute in Kolkata which offers a DFLM (Diploma in Fitness and Lifestyle Management).*
Source: Personal Interview
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
PHYSICAL / FITNESS TRAINER
NCS Code: 3423.0101 | ET014• You like different types of physical activities
• You have the ability to motivate others
• You like to work outdoors
• You are an effective communicator
1. Complete 10+2 in any stream
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.P.Ed.) in Exercise and Sports Science or Physical Education
OR
Complete a Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree (M.P.Ed.)
OR
Pursue a Certificate Course or Diploma in Physical Education
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
The course is offered by the Department of Physical Education.
This list of institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Jadavpur University, Kolkata
2. Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
3. University of Delhi, Delhi
4. Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
5. Bangalore University, Bengaluru
6. Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
7. Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla
8. Gujarat University, Ahmedabad
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC before applying)
I. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
2. Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar
3. Integral University, Lucknow
4. Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai
5. Manipal University, Jaipur
6. NIMS University, Jaipur
7. Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai
8. Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
Information on the institute rankings can be found at - https://www.nirfindia.org/2022/ranking.html
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 21,000 - 90,000.*
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE schemes and state schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com - This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI.*
• Scholarships are also made available in institutes based on merit
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA). Students can view, apply and track the education loan applications on the website.
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Places of Work: A Physical/ Fitness Trainer can work in sports clubs, gymnasiums, fitness clubs, community fitness clubs and so on.
Entrepreneurship: You can start your own business or fitness institute and also become a personal trainer.
Work Environment: You have to be constantly active and on your feet. Your iob might involve travel. You are expected to work in shifts.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Junior Trainer → Fitness Trainer → Fitness Club Manager/Gym Owner
*The figures are indicative & subject to change
The approx. salary of a Physical/ Fitness Trainer ranges between INR 6,000 - 25,000* per month depending on experience
Source : https://bit.ly/3BTsaWc
Experts from the field
Biswajit Tapadar is a fitness expert in Kolkata who received his BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) from NIOH (National Institute of Orthopedically Handicapped) Kolkata. He had then pursued a Post Graduate Diploma in Preventive and Promotive Health Care from Apollo Medvarsity, Hyderabad. For the last 20 years, he has been the owner of a fitness Institute in Kolkata which offers a DFLM (Diploma in Fitness and Lifestyle Management).*
Source: Personal Interview
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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