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VASA Fitness Partners with ISSA to Launch “Trainer in Training” Program, Investing in the Next Generation of Personal Trainers
PR Newswire
Tue, 18 August 2026 at 6:36 pm GMT+5:30
4 min read
New career development program will sponsor 150 personal trainer certifications annually, creating new opportunities for team members while expanding access to highly trained coaches for members nationwide
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — VASA Fitness, one of the nation’s leading high-value, low-price fitness operators and a certified Great Place To Work® for four consecutive years, today announced the launch of its new Trainer in Training Program in partnership with the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), a global leader in fitness education and certification
Launching this month, the new program will sponsor up to 150 ISSA Personal Trainer certifications annually for eligible VASA team members, creating a clear pathway for employees to grow their careers while helping meet the increasing demand for certified Personal Trainers across the company’s expanding club network
The Trainer in Training Program reflects VASA’s ongoing commitment to investing in its people and creating meaningful career opportunities for team members who are passionate about helping others improve their health and wellness. Through the program, participants will complete ISSA’s industry-recognized curriculum before applying their knowledge through hands-on coaching opportunities at VASA clubs
“At VASA, we’re committed to creating opportunities for our people to learn, grow and build meaningful careers,” said Michael Osanloo, CEO of VASA Fitness. “The Trainer in Training Program is an investment in our team members and in the members they serve every day. By partnering with ISSA to provide access to industry-leading education and certification, we’re helping passionate individuals become exceptional coaches while strengthening the experience our members can expect at every VASA club. That’s how we continue building a stronger company—by investing in people first.”
As VASA continues to open more gyms across the country, the program also serves as a strategic investment in the future of its Personal Training business. By developing talent from within, VASA is strengthening its pipeline of certified trainers, helping ensure members have continued access to knowledgeable, highly trained coaches while supporting long-term business growth
“Our members place tremendous trust in our Personal Trainers to guide them through some of the most important health journeys of their lives,” said Chris Griebe, COO at VASA Fitness. “By creating more opportunities for our team members to earn nationally recognized credentials and build rewarding careers, we’re investing in both exceptional people and exceptional member experiences.”
