Kinex Fitness Academy
Personal Training

Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

Build a strong foundation in exercise science, programme design and practical personal training.

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The programme

Turn knowledge into capability.

Our CPT course blends theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical training, ensuring you not only understand fitness concepts but can also apply them effectively with real clients.

What you’ll learn

  • Conduct basic fitness assessments and health screening
  • Design goal-specific training programmes
  • Coach safe exercise technique and spotting
  • Build client communication and business skills

Inside the course

Your learning roadmap

8 curriculum sections

Explore the topics covered in this programme.

01Human Anatomy & Physiology
  • Muscular system (major muscle groups & functions)
  • Skeletal system & joint movements
  • Energy systems and metabolism
02Exercise Science
  • Principles of training (progressive overload, specificity, recovery)
  • Types of training (strength, hypertrophy, endurance, fat loss)
  • Biomechanics and movement patterns
03Program Design
  • Workout planning for different goals:
  • Fat loss
  • Muscle gain
  • Strength improvement
  • Periodization basics
  • Client-specific program customization
04Nutrition Fundamentals
  • Macronutrients & micronutrients
  • Fat loss and muscle gain nutrition
  • Meal planning basics
  • Supplement awareness
05Client Assessment & Screening
  • Posture analysis
  • Body composition basics
  • Fitness assessments
  • Identifying limitations and risks
06Practical Training Skills
  • Exercise technique & cueing
  • Machine and free weight training
  • Functional training methods
  • Spotting techniques
07Special Populations (Basics)
  • Training beginners
  • Fat loss clients
  • Injury considerations (basic level)
08Business & Communication Skills
  • How to get clients
  • Client handling & motivation
  • Personal branding (especially for Instagram/online coaching)
  • Ethics & professionalism

How you’ll learn

  • Live practical sessions
  • Exercise demonstrations
  • Workout design assignments
  • Real client interaction where available

Find your fit

Who is this course for?

  • Fitness enthusiasts who want to become trainers
  • Gym members who want deeper knowledge
  • Aspiring personal trainers
  • Athletes looking to understand training science
  • Anyone planning a career in fitness industry

Entry requirements

  • Contact admissions to confirm entry requirements for your intended certification pathway.

Qualifications & recognition

Understand your certification.

  • Certified Personal trainer (KFA)
  • IHFA CPD – Certified personal trainer
  • Skill India Level 5
  • EREPs Level 4 Personal Trainer Registration
  • First Aid and CPR

Includes ACE-CPT exam preparation. The ACE exam must be registered separately.

Put your skills to work

Career pathways

  • Personal Trainer
  • Gym Floor Trainer
  • Online Fitness Coach
  • Strength & Conditioning Assistant
  • Freelance Trainer

Career pathways depend on your skills, experience and any additional employer or certification requirements.

Before you enrol

Your questions, answered.

Can I attend online?

The course uses a hybrid format, with offline classes and live streaming. Ask admissions about the practical attendance requirements.

What are the batch durations?

Weekday classes run for 3 months; weekend classes run for 6 months.

Does the course include practical training?

Yes. It includes live practical sessions, exercise demonstrations and workout design assignments.

How do I enquire about the next batch?

Contact the Kinex admissions team to confirm the next batch, class schedule, current fee inclusions and enrolment requirements.

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Your next step

Not sure which course is right for you?

Talk to the Kinex team about your background, career goals and the next available batch.

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