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Personal trainer permits

How to apply for a licence if you operate commercial personal training or fitness activities on public land.

If you operate commercial personal training or fitness activities on public land such as parks, you must have a licence.

Ensure you have read our Personal Trainer Permit Policy [ PDF, 126.56 KB] before you submit your application.

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Fees

The fee for the 2025 personal training permit is $323.90.

There is no pro rata system for permit fees.

How long is a personal training permit valid for?

Personal training permits are issued annually and are valid from 1 January to 31 December each year.

All permits expire on 31 December, regardless of when they are issued.

What qualifications do you need to provide?

  • Certificate of Currency/Insurance. The level for public liability must be at least $20 million. The level for professional indemnity must be at least $10 million.
  • National Fitness Industry Registration. Qualifications delivered by peak sporting bodies where the service provided falls outside fitness training or coaching will be at Council’s discretion.
  • Level 2 First Aid Certificate.
  • Current CPR Certificate.

Training locations and group sizes

Our Personal Trainer Permit Policy [ PDF, 126.56 KB] outlines which parks and gardens allow for commercial personal training.

There are 3 different park categories, each with a separate limit of participants per trainer. Participant numbers must not exceed those specified for each park category:

  • Category A – 6 people
  • Category B – 15 people
  • Category C – 20 people

Other conditions

  • Approved personal trainers will receive a digital approval letter that must be carried with them during training sessions.
  • Minimising impact on local amenity and compliance with permit terms is paramount at all times.
  • Non-compliance with our Personal Trainer Permit Policy [ PDF, 126.56 KB] and Local Laws may result in a cancellation of your permit.
  • Client consent has been obtained and participants are informed of the risks/benefits (as per usual consent processes)
  • Risk management policy and procedures are up to date, accommodating changes to service environments and/or or risk profile.
  • Amplified sound permits are obtained via [email protected] if required (small Bluetooth speakers are allowed in Yarra as background music).
  • If sports club training/games are in session, use of the sports ground is not permitted.