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International Sports
Conditioning Association

For over 35 years, the International Sports Conditioning Association (ISCA) has been a leader in fitness education, helping aspiring fitness professionals achieve their goals. With a foundation in evidence-based training principles, ISCA has developed industry-leading Fitness Certification programs designed to prepare trainers for real-world success.

ISCA’s commitment to high-quality education is backed by top exercise physiologists, researchers, and master trainers, ensuring every certification meets the highest industry standards. Today, ISCA offers over 22 certification programs, with a strong focus on personal training, strength and conditioning, and sports performance.

Whether you're launching your fitness career or expanding your expertise, ISCA’s Personal Trainer Certification equips you with the knowledge, skills, and credentials to succeed in the evolving fitness industry.

Certified fitness instructors united by a shared passion for health and helping others succeed
fitness instructors celebrating teamwork and passion for helping others get healthy
Crunch Fitness trusts ISCA-certified personal trainers nationwide

trusted by leading health clubs nationwide

Equinox hires ISCA-certified fitness and nutrition professionals
ISCA-certified trainers are trusted by 24 hour fitness nationwide
ISCA certification recognized by Orange theory and top fitness clubs
LA Fitness employs ISCA-certified personal trainers and nutrition coaches
ISCA-certified trainers are trusted by The YMCA nationwide

OUR CORE VALUES 

The ISCA engages in three primary enterprises to support the accomplishment of the International Sports Conditioning Association’s mission to promote and improve health and fitness.

Sports-Exercise Science

To develop and/or support research and science initiatives

To maintain the scientific credibility of the ISCA​

To develop and disseminate current scientific information to fitness professionals and educators through scientific statements, publications, and conferences.

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Sports-Exercise Quality Assurance

To improve the quality and safety of sport specific programs by monitoring, auditing and professional education.

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Sports-Exercise Promotion

To generate interest and participation in Sports specific programs through community education, campaigns, and demonstrations and direct professional education efforts towards safe and effective exercise.

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Real Stories from Real Students

Kendell Britton holding his ISCA personal training certification after completing the course
"I always had a passion for fitness, but I wasn’t sure how to turn it into a career. Thanks to ISCA’s Personal Trainer Certification and the scholarship program, I was able to get certified affordably and start training clients within months. Now, I have a full-time job at a top gym and love what I do every day!"

Kendall Britton

Instant Scholarship—Get certified for $299

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