Group Fitness Instructor, CPT & specialty credentials
Official certification pageThe Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) is a pioneer of group-fitness certification and remains one of the most recognized credentials for studio and class-based instructors, alongside personal training.
AFAA is the long-standing standard for group-fitness instruction and is widely accepted at gyms and studios that run instructor-led classes.
AFAA · AFAA-CGFI
Entry-level certification validating competency in designing, cueing, and delivering safe, effective group fitness classes to diverse populations. Demonstrates foundational knowledge of exercise science, class structure, and professional standards.
AFAA · AFAA-CPT
Entry-level personal training certification validating foundational knowledge of exercise physiology, program design, nutrition, and client assessment for fitness professionals.