Basics:
It is up to you to help the majority of people live a healthy lifestyle. Most of us have habits that does not make us feel well. The demand for this kind of business is high. In order to decrease healthcare costs most businesses and agencies seek wellness professionals to teach their people on how to improve their lives.
To Get started:
You will first need to have at least a 2 year degree in a related field , you will also need to get certified as a wellness instructor or a related certification, once that is attained then begin marketing. You should advertise in the phone book, online business associations in your area, also get connected to health professionals and human resources groups. Print out brochures about your program and distribute them when you are a professional events where potential clients will be at. You will need to get supporting materials to supplement your program such as popular health videos and books to give confidence to your clients that you follow proven methods. It is important to be a good role model in order to be successful in this business, so self discipline is a must. You should charge $30 to $50 per hour and remember that costs of classroom materials are variable so keep track of them since they could easily eat up your profits.
Tips:
You can run this business from home and since you will be the instructor you should not need any assistants, unless you grow the business to the point that you need associates and assistants. This business is an opportunity for people with disabilities. For Internet links related to this business do a search for the National Association for Fitness Certification, American Fitness Professionals and Associates, and Spencer Institute.
