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Personal Training

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How to Become a Personal Trainer in Canada: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn what it takes to become a personal fitness trainer in Canada. Discover everything you

31
Mar
A personal trainer wearing a black jacket with a “MaKami College” logo kneels on a gym mat next to a person performing a seated exercise. The trainer is holding a green and black medicine ball, while the person sits with knees bent and hands on the floor. In the background, there is gym equipment including a stationary bike and colorful medicine balls stacked on a rack.
Strength Training for Runners: Prevent Injuries & Prepare for Marathons

Read expert insights on why strength training and mobility are absolute necessities for both performance

25
Mar
MaKami College's Calgary campus will host the National Strength and Conditioning Association's annual clinic on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
MaKami College Calgary Hosts Strength and Conditioning Clinic

MaKami College's Calgary campus will host the National Strength and Conditioning Association's annual clinic on

10
Mar
Two people stand in a bright gym or fitness studio, one holding a clipboard and appearing to review notes while the other listens. Exercise equipment, mirrors, and weightlifting platforms are visible in the background, suggesting a training or assessment setting.
What Does a Personal Trainer Do & Other Common Questions

Before pursuing a career as a personal trainer, you may consider several common questions. Find

21
Jan
A personal trainer wearing a black jacket with a “MaKami College” logo kneels on a gym mat next to a person performing a seated exercise. The trainer is holding a green and black medicine ball, while the person sits with knees bent and hands on the floor. In the background, there is gym equipment including a stationary bike and colorful medicine balls stacked on a rack.
Workout Motivation: How to Stay Consistent All Year

Discover expert tips to turn your New Year workout plan into a lasting habit. Learn

07
Jan
A fitness instructor kneeling on a gym mat next to a person seated on the floor, with a medicine ball placed near the instructor. Exercise equipment, including a stationary bike and colorful medicine balls, is visible in the background.
Fitness at Home: Simple Ways to Get Active

Department Head for the Personal Trainer Program at MaKami College shares tips on how to

10
Nov
Person sitting on a bench in a gym, wearing a black hoodie with white text. Gym equipment and mirrors in the background.
Edmundo – Discovered His Passion With Personal Training

Edmundo has always been into health and fitness ever since he was a child. He

05
Sep
After graduating from MaKami’s Massage Therapy program and working in the field, Dallas wanted to help his clients improve their long-term health.
Dallas – Turning Passion for the Body into a Personal Training Career

After graduating from MaKami’s Massage Therapy program and working in the field, Dallas wanted to

02
Sep
A person wearing a blue polo shirt and an ID lanyard around the neck standing in a gym holding a blue clipboard. In the background, there are two other people, one sitting on an exercise bench and another standing near weight racks. The gym has light blue walls and various fitness equipment.
Benefits of MaKami’s 10-Month Personal Training Certification

Learn the benefits of our 10-month Personal Trainer certificate program and see if it’s the

09
Jul
Person standing in gym with exercise equipment including treadmills, weight machines, and exercise balls
Dallas – Followed an Unexpected Path and Found His Calling

After an injury put an end to his ballet career, Dallas took a leap of

02
Jul
Personal trainer demonstrating green resistance band exercise to female client in gym with weight equipment
The Growing Demand for Certified Personal Trainers in Alberta

With growing interest in personalized fitness support, demand for certified personal trainers is rising. Explore

06
May
MaKami College is now offering personal training appointments through its personal training program clinic.
Personal Training Now Available at MaKami College

MaKami College is now offering personal training appointments through its personal training program clinic in

11
Sep
Woman with clipboard in classroom training to become a personal trainer with ACE certification and a man walking on a treadmill in the background
Choosing the Right Certification: Personal Training Certification Options in Canada

Not sure which personal trainer certificate is right for you? Learn how to choose the

27
Aug
A young ethnic male personal trainer stands with a blue clipboard, standing next to a young ethnic female personal training client, while a dark haired female walk on a treadmill the fitness centre in the background
How to Choose the Right Personal Training Certification Program in Canada

If you have a passion for fitness and motivating others to achieve their health and

01
Mar