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Hi Harry, sorry I haven't checked this thread in a while. First question. If you have a degree, I believe that you can get a CSCS from the National Strength and Conditioning Association. For people interested in working with athletes and for general training information, this is a good company. Of course, many people are familiar with ACSM as well. But a lot of it depends on what your company is looking for. I used to have ACE, but now I have NSPA because it was easy and my company accepted it. I simply needed it for work.
For the DC area at our membership prices, we are competitive for personal training prices. My particular club charges about $150 a month, but we have marble floors in the foyer, dark wood trim, and a 25 yard indoor pool. People like former National Security Advisor Sandy Berger and Napster's original lawyer work out at this place.
We are employees, but we have vey flexible schedules. At my facility, as long as you make your hours, management leaves you alone. Some work 10 hours in a row, others work for a few hours, and then come back later. It depends on what you set up with your client.
I was in school for a double major in physincs and engineering. Then I realized that all physics problems are just math problems. So I switched to the physical education program, with an emphasis on personal training. Now I am completing a masters in management, emphasis on marketing.
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