Certified & In Demand: The ISSA Ticket
to the Hottest Jobs in Fitness

The fitness industry is growing fast, and gyms across the U.S. and globally are racing to hire qualified trainers. In this session, ISSA VP of Strategic Partnerships Kurt Mangum II joins VP of Communications Tami Nealy for a practical discussion on what gyms are looking for now and how ISSA certifications directly align with that demand. With insights from ISSA’s gym partners, you'll learn how to choose the right certification path, understand the hiring landscape, and see why ISSA stands apart as the only fitness certifying body offering a Job Guarantee, because we don’t just certify, we help you get hired. Whether you’re starting fresh or leveling up, this is your roadmap to a meaningful career in fitness.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the current demand for certified fitness professionals in the U.S. and globally, based on hiring trends from ISSA’s gym partners including franchises in the U.S., Europe, and Egypt.

• Learn what makes ISSA graduates job-ready, from flexible certifications to career-aligned skill development. Plus understand why the partner gyms in our industry prefer ISSA grads!

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