Personal training is individual or small group instruction at Level 1 or Level 2 that provides a client with motivation, guidance, and education during a workout. A certified personal trainer will assist in developing challenging workouts specifically designed to safely achieve the client's fitness goals.

What’s the difference between the two levels?
Level 1 Trainers are skilled professionals with the knowledge and resources to assist clients with various goals and interests, ranging from weight loss to sport-specific training. Many of these professionals have acquired a national certification or four-year degree, while some are CSU  students who are earning health-related degrees. You can expect Level 1 Trainers to provide safe, effective, and challenging workouts that incorporate goal setting and education into your personal plan.

Level 2 Trainers have achieved an advanced level of experience, education, and training, and are experienced problem solvers with several years of experience. They have the expertise to assist clients in addressing chronic diseases, injury rehabilitation, pre- and post-natal training, advanced sport conditioning, and training for older adults. You can expect Level 2 Trainers to provide more advanced coaching and instruction during the course of your program.

For more information including rates, download the Personal Training Fact Sheet.

The following are organizations and certifications that will be considered for Cleveland State University personal trainers:

• American College of Sports Medicine (www.acsm.org) - Certified Personal Trainer
• American Council on Exercise (www.acefitness.org) - Certified Personal Trainer
• National Strength & Conditioning Association (www.nsca-lift.org) – Certified Personal Trainer
• Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (www.afaa.org) – Certified Personal Fitness Trainer
• NETA - Certified Personal Trainer
• ISSA - Certified Personal Trainer

Client Registration

• All services must be purchased in advance. Sessions are scheduled for one hour or 30 minutes based on package. Hour sessions cannot be split into two 30-minute sessions.
• A questionnaire packet will be provided to the client after payment has been made. The following forms will be included in the packet: Par-Q, Assumption of Risk, Release of Liability, Medical Release Authorization, Fitness Assessment Questionnaire, Health and Fitness Goals, and Health Status Questionnaire.
• The Personal Trainer will contact the client to schedule a Fitness Assessment or obtain a medical Clearance Request Form.
• A Client Tracking Form and Audit Form will be used by the Personal Trainer to document client progress.

Scheduling

• The Personal Trainer will schedule a Fitness Assessment. Individual training sessions will be scheduled with the Personal Trainer at the conclusion of each session.
• All cancellations must occur 24 hours in advance. The client must call the Personal Trainer directly to cancel an appointment. The session fee will be assessed if the client does not come to their appointment or for any appointment not canceled 24 hours prior.
• If the University closes for inclement weather, all appointments will be canceled. All session fees will be credited.

Policies and Procedures

• A Fitness Assessment is a necessary component of the program and must be completed by all participants prior to beginning Personal Training. This is to ensure proper program design by the Trainer based on your current health status. The Fitness Assessment fee is not included in the Personal Training Packages.
• Personal trainer will contact client once Fitness Assessment has taken place.
• Training sessions cannot be scheduled until a Fitness Assessment has been completed.
• Payment must be made at the time of scheduling. We accept cash, check, credit card, and Viking Cash.
• Participants needing to reschedule an appointment must do so at least 24 hours prior to the start of their appointment.
• Campus Recreation Services reserves the right to adjust the schedule. The participant will be notified by telephone under such circumstances.
• Personal training packages can only be used by the specific person or group of individuals it was purchased for.
• In addition to the Fitness Assessment packet, clients will be given the personal training introduction packet that contains pertinent information about the training program and selecting a trainer.
• By using the personal Training Bio-Book, clients may request a specific trainer based on expertise, educational background, certifications. Clients are asked to indicate his or her top two choices of trainers.