Personal Training: Sales and Client Retention

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Personal Training: Sales and Client Retention

This course is part of Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course Specialization

Instructor: American Council on Exercise

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2 modules

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6 hours to complete

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

The curriculum covers foundational concepts and practical skills needed to start a successful career in personal training.

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1 assignment

Taught in English

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There are 2 modules in this course

This is the final course in the ACE Intro to Personal Training specialization which is a comprehensive course designed to equip aspiring personal trainers with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in the fitness industry. "Personal Training as a Service Profession: Sales and Client Retention" is tailored for personal trainers aiming to excel in client acquisition and retention, with a focus on the skills essential for building a thriving business. Participants will learn proven sales techniques, effective client retention strategies, and the art of fostering a strong community around their services. The course emphasizes the importance of measuring impact to demonstrate value and build trust with clients. Additionally, participants will master the skill of asking for referrals, a crucial component in growing a successful client base. Whether you’re new to personal training or looking to refine your business acumen, this course provides the tools needed to enhance your professional success.

This module includes strategies for achieving successful sales and client retention in the fitness industry.

What's included

2 videos2 readings1 assignment6 plugins

2 videos Total 6 minutes

Sales and Retention Wrap Up 4 minutes
Moving Stories from ACE Pros - Catherine Morrison 2 minutes

2 readings Total 4 minutes

Sales and Retention Wrap Up 2 minutes
Module Conclusion 2 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 1: Quiz 30 minutes

6 plugins Total 165 minutes

Step 1: Introduction to Fitness Industry Sales 45 minutes
Step 2: Get to Know Your Community 30 minutes
Step 3: Turn a Conversation Into a Client 15 minutes
Step 4: Measure Income and Impact 30 minutes
Step 5: Incentivize Client Renewals 15 minutes
Step 6: Ask for Referrals 30 minutes

This final module includes the opportunity to apply the concepts learned in this course to a real client scenario. You'll also gain insights into the next steps in your ACE journey and discover the available resources to further your fitness career. The course concludes with a comprehensive overview of the key takeaways and a pathway for your continued growth in the fitness industry.

What's included

2 videos2 readings1 discussion prompt2 plugins

2 videos Total 2 minutes

Becoming a Personal Trainer 1 minute
Why Choose ACE? 1 minute

2 readings Total 11 minutes

Completion of Course 3 1 minute
Next Steps: Launch Your Fitness Career 10 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

Now that you've completed the specialization 10 minutes

2 plugins Total 150 minutes

Apply the Concepts of This Course Within a Client Scenario 120 minutes
Conclusion 30 minutes

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American Council on Exercise

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