Lakeland College

About Fitness and Sport Studies

Students choosing to be a part of the Fitness and Sports Studies Major will have opportunities in a wide range of sport-related fields. Based on emphasis in two different areas (Fitness Studies or Sport Studies), this major gives options diverse in areas of exercise science, sport management, and coaching. The fitness studies emphasis may lead to opportunities in the fields of fitness clubs, personal training, strength and conditioning, coaching, and other wellness professions. The sport studies emphasis gives way to careers in coaching and management aspects of sports. Minors in business or sport management would be beneficial for students choosing this major.