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Personal trainer registration

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

Registration is required to run personal training, group fitness, or running club/group sessions in City of Yarra parks and gardens.

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

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Fees

There is currently no fee applicable for a 2027 Personal trainer permit registration.

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.
  • Certificate III in Fitness OR an equivalent qualification recognised by a national Fitness Industry Body
  • 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 registration.
  • 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.