What would you look for in a personal trainer/gym?

Question

What kind of things would you most want if you were hiring a personal trainer or finding a new gym? 
Describe your perfect version of both!

Answer

This is what I look for, hope it helps!

For hiring a personal trainer:
-certifications (including first aid & cpr, and any specialties you may need such as pre or post-natal, weightloss, sports-specific, etc)
-are they insured?
-testimonials from their clients
-what is their personal fitness history? I find that trainers who didn't start as athletes are better for every day, "regular people" clients as they might have more understanding about what it's like to be a beginner. If you are an athlete you may want a trainer who has been an athlete, or at least worked with them because they usually know and understand the strains and requirements of sports better
-personality, if you hate each other it's not going to work
-where and how you want to be trained (i.e. at a gym, in your home, outside, etc...it has to be somewhere you will be happy to work out in a style that encourages you - some people want to be screamed at, some prefer a more gentle approach)

For a gym:
-cleanliness
-equipment and/or classes available
-staff knowledge & approachability
-location/distance from home or work
-how busy it is at the time you want to work out
-extra amenities (pool, sauna, tanning etc)

Answer

Someone that's fit and knows what they are talking about. And can customize workouts for everyone. Fit is not a one size or workout fits all.

What would you look for in a personal trainer/gym?

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