The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) is an American fitness training provider founded in 1987.[5] Its headquarters is located in Gilbert, Arizona.[6]
| Founded | 1987; 37 years ago (1987) |
|---|---|
| Founder | Robert M. Goldman[1] |
| Type | For-profit |
| Focus | Certifications, Training[2] |
| Location | |
Area served | Members in 80+ countries[4] |
| Method | Certifications, technical assistance, trainings and seminars |
Parent organization | Ascend Learning |
| Website | nasm.org |
The original founder was Robert M. Goldman. NASM is a subsidiary of Ascend Learning.[7] NASM members attend and conduct health and fitness conferences that provide networking opportunities, discussion, review and formation of the Association's certification requirements.[8] NASM is accredited by the Institute for Credentialing Excellence.[9][10] The organization is registered with the Better Business Bureau as a sole proprietorship.[11]
NASM's CEO is Micheal Clark, who joined NASM as a partner in 2000 and also serves as the physical therapist for the Phoenix Suns.[12]
Successful completion of the National Personal Training Institute program allows the graduate to be eligible to take the NASM Certification examination.[13]
Since 2010, NASM has been listed as a Military Friendly School.[14]