Personal Training
RecSports Personal Training offers individualized programs tailored to your health and fitness goals. Our Certified Personal Trainers possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to design safe and effective fitness programs that will assist you in your fitness journey. We work with any individual and design programs for all aspects of physical fitness such as weight loss, sport performance, strength, flexibility, and hypertrophy. We continuously develop our trainers with the most up to date fitness education, equipment specific training, and hands-on practical learning in order to provide you with an optimal experience.
Your personal trainer will guide you through a custom workout anywhere indoor or outdoor on UF’s campus. This includes Southwest Recreation Center, Student Recreation and Fitness Center, UF Swimming Pools, RecSports Outdoor Fields, McGuire Outdoor Fitness Area, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and more! Clients will also have access to our private Personal Training Studio at Southwest Recreation Center, stocked with its own set of exclusive exercise equipment reserved just for you and your trainer.
Buddy Personal Training
Buddy Personal Training allows individuals to experience all the benefits of one-on-one personal training while being able to enjoy the company of a friend!
See the “Get Started Today!” tab for directions on how to sign up.
Local Average Price Comparison |
RecSports Average Price Per Session $36/Session |
Compared to |
Gym A $85 |
Gym B $75 |
Gym C $70 |
* NOTE: Community Health Clubs’/ Fitness Centers’ names are not disclosed for privacy purposes

Current Packages and Pricing for Students and Members
PACKAGE |
PERSONAL TRAINING
PACKAGE PRICE |
BUDDY PERSONAL TRAINING
PACKAGE PRICE / INDIVIDUAL PRICE |
4 Sessions |
$155 |
$232.50 / $116.25 |
8 Sessions |
$300 |
$450.00 / $225.00 |
12 Sessions |
$437 |
$655.50 / $327.75 |
16 Sessions |
$564 |
$846.00 / $423.00 |
20 Sessions |
$681 |
$1021.50 / $510.75 |
* NOTE: The above prices will start on August 15, 2017. All personal training packages purchased prior to August 15th will be grandfathered in until the completion of said package.
PACKAGE |
PERSONAL TRAINING
UPGRADE PRICING |
BUDDY PERSONAL TRAINING
TOTAL UPGRADE PRICE / INDIVIDUAL PRICE |
4 to 8 Sessions |
$145.00 |
$217.50 / $108.75 |
4 to 12 Sessions |
$282.00 |
$423.00 / $211.50 |
4 to 16 Sessions |
$409.00 |
$613.50 / $306.75 |
4 to 20 Sessions |
$526.00 |
$789.00 / $394.50 |
8 to 12 Sessions |
$137.00 |
$205.50 / $102.75 |
8 to 16 Sessions |
$264.00 |
$396.00 / $198.00 |
8 to 20 Sessions |
$381.00 |
$571.50 / $285.75 |
12 to 16 Sessions |
$127.00 |
$190.50 / $95.25 |
12 to 20 Sessions |
$244.00 |
$366.00 / $183.00 |
16 to 20 Sessions |
$117.00 |
$175.50 / $87.75 |
* NOTE: One upgrade is permitted per package. After completion of these upgraded sessions you will need to purchase a new package. Purchases can only be made through the Training Center at Southwest Recreation by walk in or calling us at (352) 273-2421.
CLICK HERE to register for Personal Training!
After completing the registration form you will be prompted to make your purchase. After purchasing your desired package you will be contacted by our personal training team to schedule an initial consultation prior to your first session.
FALL 2022 PERSONAL TRAINER PREPARATION COURSE
This 10-week personal training certification preparation course will prepare participants for the nationally accredited (NCCA) National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certification Exam. This class consists of educational presentations and hands-on activities related to core fitness areas including: exercise program design, human movement science, assessment of posture and function, liability and risk, nutrition, and behavior and communication. Although this course is not for academic credit, it does require a substantial time commitment both inside and outside of class. No prior experience is required.
Become a Personal Trainer Information Session Recording
FALL 2022 INFORMATION SESSION DATES
If you are interested in learning more about the prep course, please attend one of the following info sessions. All sessions will occur in person at Southwest Rec Center at 5:00 p.m. in the Arena Conference Room next to basketball court 2. No reservation is required to attend!
Wednesday, April 13
Wednesday, May 25
Wednesday, June 29
FALL 2022 COURSE INFORMATION:
- NASM online video lectures and digital textbook chapters
- NASM Certification Exam study materials (practice exams, flashcards, practice activities, templates)
- NASM digital library of exercise technique demonstration
- Live presentations from experienced professionals and opportunities for practical application of content
Price:
- Course operating costs: $100 paid directly to Recreational Sports via RSConnect.recsports.ufl.edu
- Failure to register with RecSports by July 31st will result in forfeit of roster reservation to other students on the waitlist
- NASM Certification Course and Exam: $519 paid directly to NASM via https://www.nasm.org(due by August 26)
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications are currently being accepted until Friday July 15, 2022. Applicants will receive a decision by Friday July 22, 2022.
Important Application Info:
In the application you will be asked to upload your most current resume and letter of interest for the course. The Letter of Interest should include any combination of the following:
- Why you want to become a Certified Personal Trainer.
- Why you are interested in this specific course with UF RecSports.
- If you are intending to pursue a position working as a Personal Trainer at UF RecSports.
- What value you hope to bring to future clients that you would serve?
- What sets you apart from other applicants?
CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Do you have further questions? If so, please contact: Austin Norden at austin22@ufl.edu or (352) 273-2406.