Level 2 Gym Instructor Course

The Gym Instructor Certificate is a nationally recognised qualification and is your essential first step if you wish to gain employment in the fitness industry as a gym/fitness instructor.

Topics covered:

Anatomy and physiology

The components and principles of fitnes

Principles and techniques of warm ups/cool downs

Cardiovascular, fixed resistance and freeweight exercise technique and training methods

Flexibility training methods

Screening, risk factor identification and referral

Exercise program design

Communication and teaching skills

Health & Safety and customer care in the fitness environment

Study Options:

Full Time: 2 weeks intensive face to face learning Monday to Friday 9.00am till 5.00pm. Compulsory online study is also required.

Part Time: Blended distance learning at home using text books, DVDs and online learning.  You will need to attend practical skills training days 2 Sundays per month for 3 months. Attendance is 10.00am till 6.00pm.

Assessment:

Students will be required to plan, teach and evaluate a gym training session for a real client whom must be brought in on the assessment day. Students will also complete worksheets, case studies and sit a 1 hour multiple choice theory paper.

Course Fees

£680