P.I.I.T
CHF 50.–
- New every 3 months
- Motivating music
- Music as download
- Learning video with instructions
P.I.I.T Instructor course
P.I.I.T - PROFESSIONAL INTENSIV INTERVALL TRAINING: Hands-on, flexible and recognised – your success is already waiting
- Recognised across the Swiss fitness industry
Recognised throughout Switzerland
Qualitop, Qualicert, SFGV, SBFI, SVBO and Swiss Active stand behind our trainings – your diploma is valid across the entire Swiss fitness industry.
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Your qualification in 3 steps
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Start right away
Sign up and get instant access to our learning platform – no waiting for a semester to begin.
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Learn flexibly
You acquire the knowledge at your own pace – whenever and wherever you want, supported by our experienced instructors.
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Secure your qualification
You complete your course with an industry-recognised credential and start straight into your new role.
Your investment
Why update Akademie?
Competence & knowledge at the level of research
Our courses meet all the criteria of the Qualicert OK status and prepare you optimally for working in the fitness industry across Switzerland. Our training concept is based on the latest scientific findings in sport and movement research and is professionally evaluated on an ongoing basis.
Flexible training and self-determined learning
Do you want to reorient your career and take a new path step by step – without neglecting family, finances or your social life? Our courses adapt to your life – not the other way round. For an optimal learning experience, our e-learning portal gives you all the tools to acquire the necessary knowledge through self-study. You also take the exam stress-free from your home computer.
The starting shot for your trainer career
The fitness industry is a growth market – and a recognised qualification is your ticket to a new career path! Our courses build on each other logically, so every hour you invest gives you maximum learning value.
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Good to know
What is P.I.I.T?
The interval training that leaves nothing out. Simple, fast, sweat-inducing interval training for everyone, with specially mixed music. Takes the fun level to a whole new stage.
Learn at your own pace and secure a recognised diploma that makes your entry into the fitness industry considerably easier.
- Modern e-learning: Interactive content and innovative learning materials.
- Personal support: Regular online consultations with experts.
- Future-proof qualifications: Accredited and recognised in Switzerland.
Over 15'000 successful graduates trust us.
P.I.I.T programme
P.I.I.T - This is a high-intensity interval training by the update Akademie. It can be performed at various intensity levels. It therefore appeals to a very broad audience.
You learn the current P.I.I.T programme using the learning video. You can then instruct the current exercises and incorporate the various difficulty levels.
With the purchase you receive a PDF document by e-mail with the access data for the learning video and the music download.
After the purchase you can teach the P.I.I.T programme as often as you like.
In order to teach the P.I.I.T programme, the basic Group Fitness training (Basic Heart and Basic Moves) must be completed.
YOUR P.I.I.T PROGRAMME IN A NUTSHELL
START ANYTIME
With the purchase of the programme you can start learning at any time.
LEARN WHENEVER AND WHEREVER YOU WANT
You can learn at any time and wherever you want. The learning videos are available on all devices.
LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE
You learn the programme at your own pace.
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING VIDEOS
Professional learning videos await you to learn the programme.
CAPTIVATING MUSIC
After the purchase the music is available for download. You receive captivating music for the programme.
NO LICENCE FEE
No licence fee has to be paid for the P.I.I.T programme. After the purchase you can teach the programme as often as you like.
NOT A GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR YET?
The programme assumes instructor know-how. Our group fitness courses give you the foundation – start anytime, recognised throughout Switzerland.
Frequently asked questions
Is the training recognised throughout Switzerland?
Yes – our trainings are recognised across the entire Swiss fitness industry. The diplomas meet the Qualitop and Qualicert quality labels (health-insurance recognition), update Akademie is a member of Swiss Active and the industry association SVBO, and our module exams are SFGV-recognised for admission to the final exam “Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion with Swiss federal diploma”. With your diploma you can work in any fitness centre in Switzerland.
Do I have to pay licence fees for the programme?
No licence fees have to be paid for the P.I.I.T programme. After the purchase you can teach the programme as often as you like. The programme may only be taught by the buyer. Passing on the programme is prohibited.
What requirements must be met to participate in the course?
To participate you must be 16 years old and fit enough to demonstrate the training exercises. You should be open and communicative. The basic Group Fitness training (Basic Heart and Basic Moves or an equivalent training from other schools) must be completed.
What does the programme cost?
The programme costs CHF 50.- and is released anew every 3 months. The programme can be ordered here.
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