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Hello:

You are invited to participate in our Industry Consultation Survey.

In this survey a wide range of key stakeholders within the Fitness Industry will be asked to complete a survey that asks questions about industry expectations in relation to employability skills, performance and required knowledge for those who have completed their studies and are about to enter the industry.

It will take approximately 5 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

Your participation in this study is completely voluntary. There are no foreseeable risks associated with this project. However, if you feel uncomfortable answering any questions, you can withdraw from the survey at any point. It is very important for us to learn your opinions.

Your survey responses will be strictly confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential. If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact De Novo Training by email at [email protected]

Thank you very much for your time and support. Your feedback will assist us to deliver quality training packages to those who are passionate about the Fitness Industry.


Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below.
 
 
 
How long have you been involved within the Fitness Industry?
 
0 - 12 months
 
1 - 2 years
 
2 - 5 years
 
5+ years
 
 
 
In what capacity are you currently involved in the Fitness Industry?
 
Personal Trainer employed by a gym or studio
 
Personal Trainer contracted by a gym or studio
 
Manager employed by a gym or studio
 
Owner/Operator of a gym or studio
 
Careers Advisor or Industry Liaison Officer
 
Recruitment
 
 
A Personal Trainer needs to possess many different skills in order for them to provide safe, quality training and be successful in the Fitness Industry.
How important do you believe it is for a PT to have a sound knowledge in:
Critical Very Important Reasonably Important Somewhat Important Not Really Important
Customer Service
Anatomy and Physiology
OH&S Policies and Procedures
Basic Exercise Prescription
Fitness Orientations and Health Screening
Provide Healthy Eating Options to Clients
Undertake Risk Analysis of Activities
Plan and Deliver Gym Programs
Plan and Deliver Group Training Sessions
Plan and Deliver Endurance Training Sessions
 
 
In your opinion, how important is it for a PT to be able to:
Critical Very Important Reasonably Important Somewhat Important Not Really Important
Make clients feel comfortable
Assist clients with goal setting
Provide clients with a variety of programs types
Train inside as well as outside the gym environment
Provide effective group training sessions
Provide a wide range of training options for elite athletes
Provide a wide range of training options for the older population
Use equipment other than standard machines during training sessions
Liaise with allied Health Professionals i.e. Physio
Describe the anatomy right down to the cellular level to their clients
Adapt sessions to suit clients i.e. client arrives with an injury
Display confidence on the gym floor
 
 
In relation to running a successful PT business, what level of importance would you place on the following:
Critical Very important Reasonably Important Somewhat Important Not Really Important
Website Design
Advertising
Facebook Friends
Bookkeeping Skills
Accurate Record Keeping
Newsletters
Work / Life Balance
Professional Development
Effective Communication Skills
Conflict Resolution Skills
 
 
 
In your opinion, do you believe it is important for a Personal Trainer to have sound knowledge in a wide range of programming including endurance programs?
 
Yes
 
No
 
Not Sure
 
I don't know what endurance programs are
 
 
 
In your opinion, what skills/attributes do you feel newly qualified PT's entering the Fitness Industry are lacking (Select all that apply)?
 
Confidence
 
Basic Exercise Knowledge
 
Flexibility
 
Support
 
Advanced Exercise Knowledge
 
Positive Attitude
 
Experience
 
Adaptability Skills
 
Ability to develop a session without any equipment

 
 
 
Do you have any comments or feedback you would like to give in relation to newly qualified Personal Trainers entering the Fitness Industry?
   
 
 
For recording purposes only, can you please enter your details below.
(all personal information collected will be kept strictly confidential and not be released for any reason)
* First Name : 
* Last Name : 
* Email Address : 
 
Industry Consultation Survey Email: [email protected]