Become a Certified Personal Trainer by a NYS Department of Education Licensed School in Manhattan

The American Academy of Personal Training is a private vocational school licensed by the NYS Department of Education with the purpose of preparing students for a career as a professional fitness trainer. The AAPT program is a 260 Hour (3 or 6 Month) course and is designed for professionals who work one-on-one with their clients in a variety settings, including but not limited to, health and fitness clubs, schools, the outdoors, and clients' homes.

Our program thoroughly prepares students with the knowledge and skills that are needed in order to prescribe exercise and direct the fitness programs for active and sedentary physically healthy individuals, as well as the elderly, obese, diabetics and hypertensive clients.

AAPT certified trainers will have a deep understanding of biomechanics, training adaptations, anatomy, exercise physiology, and exercise prescription, that far exceed the current standards in the industry. Along with classroom lectures and special workshops lead by guest experts in the field, the program will also include a comprehensive practical component with daily instruction in our state-of-the-art gym facility. As a result, we are confident that AAPT graduates will represent a new breed of fitness trainer that will have a profound impact on the health and fitness community.

Foundations of Fitness Science

Introduction to Assessment & Program Design Health & CAD Risk Stratification Fitness (Resting & Functional Values) Structure of a Workout Program Design Basics Practical - Assessments

Introduction to Anatomy & Kinesiology Skeletal Atlas Muscle Atlas Anatomical Movement Terminology - Planes, Joint Movements Basic Muscle Structure & Function - Origin, Insertion etc Practical Training - Gym Induction & Calisthenics

Introduction to Nutrition Nutrients of the Body Basic Energy Balance & Weight Management Basic Food Planning & Calculations

Introduction to Exercise Physiology Energy Systems & Bioenergetics Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems Motor Units Fiber Types Training Principles/Adaptations for Hypertrophy, Strength, Power & Endurance

Anatomy & Kinesiology Trunk - Saggital Movements Trunk - Lateral & Rotational Movements Flexors of the Humerus & Hip Extensors of the Humerus & Hip Flexors & Extensors of the Elbow Flexors & Extensors of the Ankle Flexors & Extensors of the Knee Abductors of the Humerus & Hip Adductors of the Humerus & Hip Scapula Movements Rotators of the Humerus & Hip Strengthening Verses Stretching for Anatomical Balance  Anatomy & Kinesiology - Practical Application

Practical Applications (Exercises and Stretching) Trunk - Saggital Movements Trunk - Lateral & Rotational Movements Flexors of the Humerus & Hip Extensors of the Humerus & Hip Flexors & Extensors of the Elbow Flexors & Extensors of the Ankle Flexors & Extensors of the Knee Abductors of the Humerus & Hip Adductors of the Humerus & Hip Scapula Movements Rotators of the Humerus & Hip

Exercise Physiology Muscle Physiology Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems Bioenergetics Neuron Adaptations and Tissue Adaptations Biomechanics Endocrine System & Exercise

Program Design Theory Resistance Training Cardiovascular Training Weight Management & Introduction to Metabolic Equations Functional Training Speed & Plyometrics Introduction to Special Populations Introduction to Rehabilitation

Program Design - Practical Applications Assessments - assessing structure and performance Exercise Coaching Techniques Exercise Progressions & Regressions Resistance Training - advanced machines and free weight training Flexibility Protocols - static, dynamic, ballistic, PNF Introduction to Functional Training (stability ball, medicine ball, cable training) Introduction to Specific Functionally Designed Equipment/Exercise (cables, Balance) Bodybuilding - (supersets, compound sets, powerlifting) Power, Strength and Endurance Variables Plyometrics and Speed Training Group Fitness Training (circuits) Types of VO2 Fitness Tests Mock Training (client simulation training using learned practical applications)

Nutrition Macronutrients - Carbohydrates, Protein and Fat Micronutrients - Vitamins & Minerals Energy Balance Digestive System Nutrition & Exercise Nutrition & Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, CAD, Older Adult The Food Exchange System & Eating Plan Design Intro to Sports Nutrition Presentations ('fad diets' - 10 minute presentation from students)

Essentials of a Personal Trainer Business Practice What you will need Your business services outline Introduction to sales and marketing Getting & retaining clients

Subject Revision & Exam Subject revision (weekly review of all material and bi-weekly examinations

CPR - Attending one day CPR Certification Course Instruction at AAPT extends beyond classroom lectures. The program will also include a comprehensive practical component with instruction in our state-of-the-art fitness center. This hands-on component is at the core of the AAPT experience, providing students with access to the same exercise equipment they are likely to use with future clients.

The following is list of exercise equipment at the AAPT Fitness Center: Treadmills-Recumbent Bikes Rowing Machine-Leg Press Machine Leg Extension Machine-Leg Curl Machine Multi-unit station-Bench Press Cable Crossover-Smith Machine Power Rack-Dumbells Swiss Balls-Balance Boards Pilates Machine-Steppers Wobble Boards-10000 lbs Free Weights Medicine Balls-Exercise Bands/tubing Reebok Slide- Boxing pads/gloves