Empower the Journey: Help Omar Get NCSF Certified & Inspire the Next Generation

Who?
My name is Omar Tabbara. I’m a 27-year-old former basketball player of 20 years who had to retire due to a lack of proper athletic guidance, accumulated injuries, and self-doubt. Now, I am redirecting that passion into becoming a certified personal trainer to build a sustainable career in fitness, support myself financially, and ensure future athletes receive the proper guidance I lacked.

Why?
After stepping away from competitive basketball, I realized my true calling is helping others move safely and build resilience. To make this career transition viable, I need to secure an internationally recognized personal training certification. This fundraiser directly covers my certification fees and provides a brief financial buffer so I can fully dedicate myself to intensive study and transition into full-time coaching.

Where?
I am completing my certification through the National Council on Strength & Fitness (NCSF) and taking the exam at Miami Fitness Factory. You can track my daily progress, accountability updates, and transparent fund tracking on my Instagram page (@_tabbara).

What?
My goal is to raise $2,000. Here is how the funds will be allocated:

-$1,000: NCSF Personal Trainer Certification fees
-$50: First Aid/CPR Certification fees
-$950: Essential living buffer during the intensive study period

The 30-Day Transparency Challenge:
To earn your support, I am putting my body to the test: $1 donated = 100 meters run.
Reaching the full $2,000 goal means I will run 200 kilometers over the next month on top of my base 50k weekly training—pushing me to 100k total per week as I train for the Beirut Marathon on November 29th.

When?

Fundraising Period: Next 2 weeks
Self-Study & Preparation: 2 weeks immediately following the fundraiser
Exam & Certification Target: End of September
Beirut Marathon: November 29th