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National Academy of Sports Medicine Joins Forces with UK-Based Performance Training Solutions

NASM Expands Global Reach through New Education Alliance

Calabasas, Calif. (November 8, 2006) – The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the Performance Training Solutions (PTS) Academy have joined forces to provide education to health and fitness professionals in the United Kingdom. NASM’s strategic alliance with PTS further solidifies the organization as the global authority in delivering evidence-based health and fitness solutions. 

PTS is a respected member of the Fitness Industry Association (FIA), the UK trade association dedicated to promoting excellence and best practice within the health and fitness sector; and a member of Skills Active UK, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure charged with leading the skills and productivity drive within the sport and recreation and health and fitness industries. Skills Active’s role is to develop National Occupational Standards (NOS) for the Health and Fitness Sector.

The PTS partnership also brings NASM to the table with the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS), the regulatory body for instructors, coaches, trainers, and teachers involved in the UK exercise and fitness industry.

The first accredited course made available through the international partnership is the NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification in July 2006. The following courses were also accredited as continuing education:

  • Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)
  • Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES)
  • Optimum Performance Training (OPT) for Youth
  • OPT for Seniors
  • OPT for Prenatal Clients

Leading the UK educational efforts are health and fitness industry veterans Matt Coulson and Wendy O’Reilly. The two bring a combined 30-years experience which includes key roles in developing an accredited health and fitness education continuum with David Lloyd Leisure, the leading health and fitness clubs in the UK.

“NASM has demonstrated a strong commitment to the health and fitness industry and it is exciting for us to partner with them at this time,” said Matt Coulson, PTS Founder. “Each organization brings unique resources and individuals with a variety of strengths. This exceptional collaboration promises to enhance the overall level of expertise for health and fitness professionals in the UK.”

“NASM supports the continued professional development of the health, fitness, performance, and sports medicine industry through its strategic alliance initiatives,” said
Dr. Micheal Clark, President and CEO of NASM. “The ability to deliver quality, innovative, evidence-based education programs throughout the world is an ongoing goal for NASM and we are extremely excited to collaborate with a respected and accomplished organization such as PTS.”

For more information about NASM’s alliance with PTS, contact Ben Tucker, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, at 1.818.585.1230, by e-mail at bentucker@nasm.org; or visit http://www.nasm.org.

About the Performance Training Solutions Academy
Performance Training Solutions is the latest exciting and revolutionary training provider for the leisure industry. In association with the National Academy of Sports Medicine, PTS offers scientifically-researched health & fitness education for instructors wishing to maximise their potential as well as their earnings. All PTS courses are accredited through Skills Active UK and aligned to the Register of Exercise Professionals. PTS courses are ‘application’ focused, ensuring that professionals can apply learned skills the very next day. To learn more about PTS, visit www.ptsacademy.co.uk.

About the National Academy of Sports Medicine
Since 1987, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has been the recognized global leader in certification, continuing education, solutions and tools for the health, fitness, sports performance and sports medicine professionals. Today, NASM serves more than 100,000 members in 80 countries. In addition to its evidence-based NCCA-accredited fitness certification program, Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), NASM also offers a progressive career track with Advanced Specializations, Continuing Education courses, and accredited Bachelor and Master Degree programs.  The NASM educational continuum is designed to help today’s health and fitness professional enhance their career while empowering their clients to live healthier lives. For more information, call 800-460-NASM or visit www.nasm.org.