We teach coaches to think, care and lead.
A practical academy built around better knowledge, better coaching and a stronger fitness community.
Our purpose
Where knowledge becomes confident coaching.
Fitness Gurukul is a leading fitness school in India that has been educating and creating fitness professionals since 2007. We specialize in Personal Training, Strength & Conditioning, and Nutrition certifications including ACSM, ACE, and NSCA. With a 15+ year journey, Fitness Gurukul has educated 1000+ aspirants and trained reputed fitness brands. At our school, we are committed to providing our students with top-notch education and practical training to help them become successful in the fitness industry.
From first-time learners to working trainers ready to specialise, our programs make complex exercise science practical, memorable and useful.
Our mission
To prepare skilled, thoughtful and employable fitness professionals through evidence-led education and meaningful practice.
Our vision
A fitness industry where every coach is trusted for their knowledge, empathy and professional standards.
Meet the founder
Subhash Shanker
Director of Sports Science and Fitness Education
Subhash Shanker, an accomplished 'Sports Scientist' and 'Fitness Educator' with an M.S. in Performance Coaching, MBA, and credentials in BIT, CSCS, CPT, boasts over 15+ years of influential contributions to India's fitness industry. A sought-after figure, he has honed elite fitness departments at prominent establishments like Fitness First, Ozone, and Gold’s Gym. Since 2007, Subhash has been a dedicated educator, imparting certifications such as CPT, CSCS, and Fitness Nutrition, alongside authoring the 2007 book 'Bodybuilding, A Beginners Approach.' His impactful articles in leading Indian media and guidance of national and international players underscore his multifaceted expertise and significant role in shaping the fitness landscape.
“Knowledge should be practical, coaching should be ethical, and every learner should leave ready to make a real difference.”
Our values
The standards behind every session.
Learn deeply
Understand the why behind every method, not just the steps.
Coach responsibly
Put safety, empathy and evidence at the centre of every session.
Grow together
Build a generous community where students and mentors keep learning.