International Fitness Professionals Association
Wellness and Fitness ServicesFlorida, United States11-50 Employees
The International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA) is a wellness and fitness services organization based in Tampa, Florida, founded in 1994 by Dr. Jim Bell and colleagues who identified a gap in existing certifications. It introduced a certification focused on the actual duties of fitness professionals to ensure safe and effective personal training and has since certified over 40,000 instructors worldwide. The IFPA emphasizes practical, scientifically grounded health and fitness information that can be applied in real-life settings. Its educational offerings target both fitness professionals seeking certification and individuals aiming to improve their lifestyles, positioning the organization within the wellness and fitness services industry as a practical credentialing resource. The organization serves a global audience, with its base in Tampa, Florida.