For the Next Generation of Trainers
Internship Includes
Online Learning Modules
Industry Professional Led Webinars
Group Learning Communities
Post Internship Placement Assistance
Upcoming Cohort Details:
Start Date - August 17th, 2026
End Date - September 13th, 2026
Applications Close - August 15th. 2026
Awarded CEUs
ISSA: 12.0 CEUs (Approved Provider #26-01)
NASM: 1.2 CEUs (Approved Provider 2,021)
Build real skills in 4 weeks
Life Time's Personal Training Internship is designed for people serious about starting a fitness career. You'll work through a structured curriculum and attend live virtual sessions with experienced trainers. Everything happens online, so you can learn on your own schedule while getting direct feedback and connecting with other professionals in the field. By the end, you'll have practical skills, real mentorship, and clear next steps toward employment.
Session Delivery and creating a dynamic training experience
Master the skills needed to lead high-energy workouts that keep clients coming back for more. You’ll learn how to balance technical safety with a fun atmosphere that sets you apart from the crowd. Get ready to deliver a training experience that truly inspires change.
Sales and Consult 1: Meeting members, professional greeting, goal setting
Learn how to turn a simple "hello" into a meaningful professional relationship. We’ll guide you through the art of the gym floor approach and effective goal-setting strategies that build immediate trust. This is your first step toward confidently growing your own book of business.
Sales and Consult 2: The Experience and Asking for the Sale
Discover how to guide prospects from a complimentary workout directly into a paid package with total confidence. You’ll master the "soft sell" by focusing on the client's experience and proving your value on the gym floor. Learn the proven techniques to ask for the sale and secure your new client.
Client communication and retention
Building a client base is great, but keeping them is where true success lies. You’ll explore communication strategies that keep clients engaged, motivated, and loyal to your program long-term. Master these retention tools to turn short-term wins into a stable and thriving career.
Personal Training Self-Directed Internship
Designed for Trainers by Trainers
Building Real Skills in 4 Weeks
Life Time's Personal Training Internship is designed for people serious about starting a fitness career. You'll work through a structured curriculum and attend live virtual sessions with experienced trainers. Everything happens online, so you can learn on your own schedule while getting direct feedback and connecting with other professionals in the field. By the end, you'll have practical skills, real mentorship, and clear next steps toward employment.
Internship Includes
Online Learning Modules
Industry Professional Led Webinars
Group Learning Communities
Post Internship Placement Assistance
Upcoming Cohort Details:
September 21st, 2026 to October 18th 2026
Applications Close - September 19th. 2026
Awarded CEUs
ISSA: 12.0 CEUs (Approved Provider #26-01)
NASM: 1.2 CEUs (Approved Provider 2,021)
Weekly Breakdown
Week 1: Session Delivery and creating a dynamic training experience
Master the skills needed to lead high-energy workouts that keep clients coming back for more. You’ll learn how to balance technical safety with a fun atmosphere that sets you apart from the crowd. Get ready to deliver a training experience that truly inspires change.
Week 2: Sales and Consult 1: Meeting members, professional greeting, goal setting
Learn how to turn a simple "hello" into a professional relationship. We’ll guide you through the approach and effective goal-setting strategies that build trust.
Week 3: Sales and Consult 2: The Experience and Asking for the Sale
Discover how to guide prospects from a complimentary workout directly into a paid package. You’ll master the "soft sell" by focusing on the client's experience and proving your value. Learn the techniques to ask for the sale and secure the client.
Week 4: Client communication and retention
Explore communication strategies that keep clients engaged and motivated in your program. Master retention tools to turn short-term wins into a stable and thriving career.
Go Beyond the Textbook and Take Your Learning to the Next Level
Bridge the gap between theory and practice with our live content. Join weekly Live Calls to dive deeper into your coursework and discuss real-world personal training scenarios with live, first-hand feedback. Through our Learning Communities, you can translate lessons into action during live practice sessions with your peers. Translate your knowledge into action, build your professional network, and gain the confidence to lead.
Thank you for your interest. We are no longer accepting applications for the current cycle. Applications for our September Internship will open soon!