Adults

Sport and Fitness

Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing

This qualification is one of the most popular entry-level qualifications in the industry. It is ideally suited for those with a passion for health and fitness, who are looking for an exciting career change or career progression.

Gyms, leisure centres and health clubs are vibrant and fast-paced places to work, and they require motivated and knowledgeable professionals to teach exercise to their members.

During the course, you will be undergoing training yourself, and learning about anatomy and physiology, how to lead fitness sessions and plan an effective training programme for a client. This course also forms part of the first stage in achieving the highly desirable personal trainer status. This is the prerequisite qualification for entry on to the level 3 Personal Trainer programme.

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Start Date and Duration

The course will start in September and takes one year to complete. You will attend College on a Thursday evening, from 6.00pm – 9.00pm.

This course will take place at our Town Centre Campus, Water Street, St Helens, WA10 1PP.

Course Content

The course covers a wide range of theory and practical elements of the role and is delivered in an engaging and interactive way.

During this course, you will cover the following:

Anatomy and Physiology
Supporting Clients
Health and Safety
Fitness Principles
Planning
Instructing

Assessment Methods

You will be assessed through a combination of multiple choice examinations, practical observations, written and oral questions, assignment work, short tests, work experience and workbooks.

Entry Requirements

No previous qualifications are required. However, a keen interest and some experience in gym-based fitness and exercise is essential.

Course Cost

The total cost of this course is £790. This is a full cost course meaning that there are no fee discounts available.

Future Progression Opportunities

Upon successful completion of this course, you will have the necessary skills and knowledge to launch a successful career within the fitness industry as a Gym Instructor.

Being a Gym Instructor means that no two days are the same. It is an incredibly varied role that could have you doing anything from performing inductions for members, maintaining exercise equipment, giving diet advice, and planning sessions.

Degree Overview

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Modules

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Learning Environment and Assessment

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Tuition Fees

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Financial Support

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Careers and Progression

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Connecting Classroom to Career

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