Personal training continues to grow as a viable career option and there is a serious need for highly trained and skilled personal trainers. "The demand is still growing and it's been hard to keep up," says Donna Hutchinson, co-owner of On The Edge Fitness Educators Inc. Our graduates are finding jobs even before they finish the program. Employers are constantly calling us and hiring our graduates. When asked why the industry is growing so rapidly, Hutchinson says, "Everybody wants a personal trainer because it helps with motivation, adherence and clients get results faster."
What's special about On The Edge is that we are a private school for personal trainers. We take students through the certification process and then help them find a job or start their own business.
Students work one-on-one with their instructors for about forty hours. They learn the theory of how the body works and then apply it in a practical component. We work with students individually because we believe it's the best way to coach people to become personal trainers. We focus on a holistic approach to personal training which transcends just the physical but also looks at how trainers can incorporate behavior modification strategies and a comprehensive focus on nutrition. We take five students a month into the program and students can start anytime. The program takes roughly about four to five months to complete and is part-time. Students come to class twice a week and we schedule classes around the students' availability so if they work full-time or need to work around their family life, we are able to accommodate their schedules.
We take pride in mentoring our students even beyond graduation by providing continuing education workshops and other certification such as a Certified Health Coach.
Our school is truly a one-stop shop. For those interested in being personal trained, our students are ready to work with you. As a client you pay a discounted rate for your experience of working with a student under their instructors' supervision. You get the benefit of personal training without the hefty price tag.
Personal training is still a growing career option.
Whether full-time or part-time it's a great way to help others achieve the benefits of life-long health and vitality.
Co-owner, Donna Hutchinson & Susana Abreu have been in the fitness industry for over twenty years. In 2010 Donna was awarded Fitness Educator of the Year through the BC Recreation and Parks Association and was nominated for the Business Innovation Award through the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce.
To contact Donna or Susana to become a student or a client call 604.998.3379 or go to www.edgefit.ca
