Education and Training

  • Minimum age 21 years

  • Training in a movement profession:

    • Fitness Instructor with Federal Certificate of Proficiency
    • Specialist or Expert in Movement and Health Promotion with Federal Certificate of Competence
    • Certified Movement Educator HF
  • Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science or Physiotherapy

  • 250 hours (31 days) of training with classroom instruction in the exercise and health sector at one or more training centres recognised by the SPTV (proof by diploma).

    For each documented year as a self-employed or employed personal trainer, 30 hours can be credited, provided the workload during this period was at least 50%. This must be verified by means of AHV/IV registration/certificate or employment certificate from the fitness center.

The following documents and evidence must be submitted

  • Self-employed personal trainer

    • Curriculum vitae with photo;
    • Website, should be available if possible;
    • Personal Training – Client Contract
    • Terms and conditions of sale;
    • Anamnesis form, Sample Anamnesis Form
    • Proof of liability insurance with a coverage amount of at least 3 million francs
    • AHV/IV registration;
    • Proof that a BLS/AED course or BLS/AED Refresher has been completed in the last two years;
    • Motivation letter.

  • Employed personal trainer

    • Curriculum vitae with photo;
    • Personal Training – Center Client Contract including Terms and Conditions
    • Medical history form from the fitness centre;
    • Proof that a BLS/AED course or BLS/AED Refresher has been completed in the last two years;
    • Motivation letter.

Additional Requirements for You

  • Social Competence

    Empathy, honesty, flexibility, professionalism, discretion, good manners, a healthy lifestyle, and a positive demeanor.

  • Practical Experience

    At least 1 year of documented professional experience averaging at least 50% as a fitness, group fitness, or personal trainer. In the case of equivalent training abroad or in cases of doubt, the board decides on admission as an association member.

  • Practical Experience

    Active members of the association are required to attend regular continuing education courses of at least 2 days per year in a professionally relevant field. The SPTV decides which continuing education courses are recognized.