Questions to ask before committing to a personal trainer

• How long have they been working as a personal trainer?
• What sort of clients have they had/do they have, and what sort of results have they helped them achieve? Ask for references and make sure you contact the referees. Ask them about the trainer's good and bad (if any) points, how the trainer helped them achieve their goals, and their overall experience with them.
• When are they able to exercise with you, and do these days/times suit you?
• How much does it cost per hour or session (per person if there are two or more of you)? Are there packages available? If the session takes place in a GYM, does the fee include entry to the gym (unless you're already a member)?
• How do you pay (cash, credit card, direct debit etc) and how often (by the session, or do you have to commit yourself to paying for a block of sessions)?
• How much does the initial consultation cost? Is there a complimentary workout session (or a discount on the first week, say) to establish whether you suit each other?
• How much notice do you need to give for cancellation, and what are the penalty fees?
• What sort of exercise options do they offer? Is it based in the open air (local park or beach), at your home or in a gym?
• If they're not registered, are they qualified in first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)? (Being up-to-date in these areas is a requirement of registration).
• How long is a session? What do you need to bring?