Education · World Class
Personal Trainer School
A two-semester programme that prepares you for a career in the health and fitness industry.
01
Knowledge that moves
A strong theoretical foundation (anatomy, physiology, training science) taught by people who do this work every day.
02
Hands-on experience
You train real clients on the gym floor from day one. You learn to read people.
03
A network that opens doors
World Class runs 20 fitness locations. When you finish, you step into one of the largest trainer networks in Iceland.
Curriculum
Two semesters, four modules, one goal.
01
Skref 01
Anatomy and physiology
How the body works: muscles, the nervous system, energy metabolism. The foundation for everything that follows.
02
Skref 02
Training science
How to build a programme that works: strength, conditioning, mobility. Testing, progress, plans that stick.
03
Skref 03
Nutrition and lifestyle
What you eat and how you sleep matter more than the lifting. You learn to advise with confidence.
04
Skref 04
Practical training
You take on clients under the guidance of experienced trainers. This is where everything you learned becomes skill.
The practicalities
What you need to know before you apply.
Length
2 semesters
September to May
Format
On-site and remote
Flexible alongside work
Next semester
Autumn 2026
Application deadline 15 June
Exam
Certification
Internationally recognised