"Having been in the fitness industry since 2005, a former member of an elite military special operations unit, and a professional athlete; this course was impressive. NASM did a great job teaching the various components of human performance and showing the student how to apply them to a real life training environment. The tests were challenging and on par with any college level curriculum. The PES program is a great course for anyone interested in training others to perform better! Highly recommended."
- Andy C, TN
"As a NASM CPT, the PES helped me fine tune the skills I already know and advanced my knowledge in the athletic training involved in sports activities! I gained confidence with my clients programming and now can assist a whole new demographic at achieving better performance and physical goals!"
- Taylor C, TX
"I am very pleased with the course in general. Everything was informational and I will use what was giving to further my coaching skills."
- Robert C, FL
"I really love study of Performance Training. Where i can have a knowledge of training athletes with Assessments, OPT model and importance of the training is correction a sports specific skill training. As athlete and trainer of myself. This NASM PES is not only a huge benefit but everything in my experience playing sports and train athletes makes whole a lot of sense."
- Daniel F, FL
"This was a great course to learn. I was able to go at my own pace while juggling 65-70 hour weeks for the past year."
- Katherine H, FL
"Everything you need is in the course, and its quick. This course made me love training that much more."
- Andre T, CA
"I've learned so much information that I can now utilize to serve my clients and I couldn't be more excited. The Final Exam is tough but the sense of pride after you pass is worth every second of it!"
- Daniel Y, MD
"I give the PES course 5 Stars. I recommend this course to anyone coaching or training a basketball, football, baseball, hockey ,and soccer players. Pre, regular, post, and off season workouts along with nutritional info on macro nutrients, ensures athletes will be in optimal condition at all times. Teaches information that must be understood to be successful in any sport."
- Chris N, IL
"This is excellent. perfect for people who wanted to enhance knowledge. thank you NASM."
- Vignesh Hariharan, India
"Very well thought out and informative course. Absolutely would recommend to anyone interested in sports specific training."
- Daniel W, IA
"This online course was top notch and very engaging! The program provided multiple ways to learn the content including visual, auditory, and practice exercises and exams."
- Leanne B, ME
"PES is a great course to improve the understanding and applying the NASM Opt model."
- Cesar A, Quito, Ecuador
"I love these specialist courses. They not only help get more knowledge but serves as a great refresher."
- Jennifer R, Montreal, Canada
"As someone new to the training environment and looking to further one's education and knowledge in this field, I would highly recommend taking NASM's PES course. This course has given me vital tools to help me further my knowledge and professionalism in more than one area. This has also opened more potential for further education as I decide to take more courses through NASM. Overall, I believe NASM has provided a very structured and rigid course line for anyone looking to further their knowledge and education."
- Cameron L, ME
"Course was fantastic, it is really put together nicely. Quizzes after each section are very helpful in grasping key concepts before moving to new material. As someone who struggles as a test taker the format really worked in my favor."
- Jeff B, PA
"This is a great course. It was very informative and easy to follow!"
- Brandon T, CA
"The PES Course has brought me to another level in training my clients. Great source of knowledge!"
- Stephen L, TN
"Excellent course if you're looking to improve your knowledge as an Athlete Performance trainer. I highly recommend the PES course."
- Randy S, SC
"Excellent course! It will challenge you and help you gain the information needed to train the general population and athletes. You will feel more confident after taking this course. Covers all aspects of training!"
- Matthew M, NJ
"I learned a lot from this course. I can use most of what I learned with my clients at work. Not only will this course help me with training athletes but also other clients that are looking to get stronger or just lose weight"
- Chris E, NJ
"I was interested in this course knowing it was one of NASM's main certs but didn't really expect much after having already taken the CES and wasn't fully aware what would be covered. I was immediately hooked upon starting the course materials. The info plays so well into all varieties of clientele and solidifies much of the PT knowledge base while also bringing it to a higher level. Very excited to put this to use immediately!"
- Chad H, CO
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The PES course is very comprehensive, covering a wide variety of topics and outlining in detail the methods and scientific rationale that can be utilised by the sports performance professional to systematically progress an athlete through a targeted and individualised programme in order to improve all aspects of athletic performance."
- Jordan R, London
"This course has helped further my knowledge and education on how to properly train an athlete. 99% of the information provided is research backed/supported so NASM is not just stating opinions. This course is in line with other top notch certifications like the CSCS."
- Dylan W, TX