Duke Institute of Fitness and Sports

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Online fitness programs

Our fitness programs will enable you to gain the required knowledge and skills that are required to work in the fitness industry.

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Onsite fitness programs

Our onsite fitness programs are designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in the fitness industry. These diploma-level programs focus on essential topics including anatomy, nutrition, training methodologies, fitness marketing, and more.

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Certificate Programs

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Nutrition Plans

Meal plans designed by the DUKE Institute of Fitness and Sports professionals

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Online fitness programs

Our fitness programs will enable you to gain the required knowledge and skills that are required to work in the fitness industry.

The focus of our diploma programs is on the key areas of anatomy, nutrition, training methods, marketing in fitness, etc.

The DUKE Diploma programs in fitness is a full-time, self-paced program, which provides in-depth knowledge of fitness to cross-cultural leadership.

Upon successful completion, students will earn one of the following diplomas:
– Fitness Instructor (Level 3)
– Personal Trainer (Level 4)
– Personal Coach in Fitness Education (Level 5), with ISSA accreditation and 20 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) during the renewal of their existing ISSA certification.

Benefits:

  • Join an international student body
  • Earn an ISSA-Approved Diploma
  • Gain certified quality education

Level 3 Program

  • Duration: Self-paced
  • Accreditations: Not Applicable
  • Training Program
  • Language: English
  • Program start: Anytime
  • Mandatory courses: 4
  • Diploma: Fitness Instructor (Level 3)
  • Format: Online
  • Tuition fee: 99,99 EUR

Level 4 Program

  • Duration: Self-paced
  • Accreditations: Not Applicable
  • Specialization Program
  • Language: English
  • Program start: Anytime
  • Mandatory courses: 5
  • Diploma: Personal Coach (Level 4)
  • Format: Online
  • Tuition fee: 149,99 EUR

Level 5 Program

  • Duration: Self-paced
  • Accreditations: ISSA Approved
  • Specialization Program
  • Language: English
  • Program start: Anytime
  • Mandatory courses: 6
  • Diploma: Diploma: Personal Coach in Fitness Education, earning ISSA 20 CEU (Level 5)
  • Format: Online
  • Tuition fee: 249,99 EUR

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Certificate programs

Introduction to Fitness and Safety Certificate

29,99 EURLanguage: English

  • Anytime Program start
  • Self-paced Duration
  • Yes Certificate
  • Online Format

Training Methods and Principles Certificate

29,99 EURLanguage: English

  • Anytime Program start
  • Self-paced Duration
  • Yes Certificate
  • Online Format

Client Workout Program Design Certificate

29,99 EURLanguage: English

  • Anytime Program start
  • Self-paced Duration
  • Yes Certificate
  • Online Format

Flexibility, Nutrition, and Body Composition Certificate

29,99 EURLanguage: English

  • Anytime Program start
  • Self-paced Duration
  • Yes Certificate
  • Online Format

Marketing and Communication in Fitness Certificate

29,99 EURLanguage: English

  • Anytime Program start
  • Self-paced Duration
  • Yes Certificate
  • Online Format

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Nutrition Plans

Meal plans designed by the DUKE Institute of Fitness and Sports professionals

GENERAL PLAN

19,99 EURPersonalized 7-day meal plan

WEIGHT GAIN

19,99 EURPersonalized 7-day meal plan

MUSCLE GAIN

19,99 EURPersonalized 7-day meal plan

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Onsite Fitness Program

Our onsite fitness programs are designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in the fitness industry. These diploma-level programs focus on essential topics including anatomy, nutrition, training methodologies, fitness marketing, and more.

You can complete our Onsite Fitness Program either in Europe or the USA with one of our official partner providers: Marino Basic, Josip Filipovic, and Austin Moy.

Upon successful completion, students will receive a Certificate of Completion for completing Level 5 (Personal Coach) in Fitness Education. This includes earning ISSA (20 CEUs) and NASM (1.9 CEUs).

As a recognized ISSA and NASM Approved Provider, all programs are delivered in line with the quality standards and procedures approved by these two leading organizations.

Learn more about the ISSA Preferred Provider Program – Approved Continuing Education Providers | ISSA
Learn more about the NASM Approved Provider Program – NASM List of our Preferred Providers

This program combines onsite and online education (Flex Version), allowing students to blend the flexibility of online learning with hands-on training delivered by certified instructors at selected locations in Europe or the USA.

Key Benefits

  • Join an international student community
  • Earn ISSA and NASM approved certification
  • Receive high-quality training from experienced instructors
  • Flexible hybrid model: onsite + online

Price: For detailed pricing, please contact us or one of our partner providers via email

Program Structure and Curriculum

Onsite Program (Core Modules)

  1. Introduction to Training for Life
  2. Assessment and Testing
  3. Preparatory Phase of Training
  4. Warm-Up Techniques
  5. Main Training Phase
  6. Cool-Down Techniques
  7. Diagnostics
  8. Additional Modules
    • Fitness business and marketing strategies
    • Nutrition, mental skills, kinesiotherapy
    • First clients, pricing, templates, consultations
    • Social media and mindset tools
    • Book recommendations and community support
  9. Final Knowledge Assessment

 

Online Modules

  • Module I: Introduction to Fitness and Safety
  • Module II: Exercise Fundamentals and Anatomy Basics
  • Module III: Training Methods and Principles
  • Module IV: Client Workout Program Design
  • Module V: Flexibility, Nutrition, and Body Composition
  • Module VI: Marketing and Communication in Fitness
  • Module VII: Practical Knowledge in Fitness
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