Become a Gym Instructor or Personal Trainer
Work with clients one-on-onein a gym or studio environment.
The student support for online learning is amazing. The tutors respond promptly to emails and go above and beyond to be as helpful as possible in their responses.The teacher on the face to face days was also brilliant. Not only delivering all the information in a short time but also really cared about making sure all the students understood the material. Clearly a person dedicated to do the best job they can and invested in having an excellent teaching skill set.
It was fantastic! I have learnt so much over the two weekends and the tutor was spot on – honest, supportive and straight to the point. Highly recommended – only regret is why didn’t I do it sooner.
The Level 2 Gym Instructing Certificate will provide you with the best possible foundation to start your career within the fitness industry. Our fitness instructor courses are all delivered using a combination of face to face teaching and eLearning to give you the perfect balance of practical experience and theoretical content.We believe that training you in a gym environment will give you the right experience and provide you with the qualification you need to get employed. This Gym Instructor course has been developed to meet the latest industry standards. It’s CIMSPA accredited and internationally recognised.
Strong communication skills.
Desire to help people.
Ability to motivate and inspire people to achieve their goals.
Planning and organisational skills to develop exercise programmes.
Setting fitness goals.
Giving health assessments to clients.
Giving advice and fitness plans.
Working to develop programmes that suit individuals’ needs.
Leading group training sessions.
Teaching clients how to use equipment.
Demonstrating exercises.
Level 2 Anatomy and Physiology.
Gym based planning, preparation, and delivery
Providing a positive customer experience.
Lifestyle management and health awareness.
Level 2 gym-based programme delivery and professional instruction.
How to deliver basic health assessment techniques such as blood pressure and BMI tests.
How to communicate with customers and deliverfitness instruction effectively.
After the Gym Instructor course, you can choose to continue your studies and gain further qualifications through one of the following:
Work with clients one-on-one to help them improve their health and fitness through tailored exercise and nutrition programmes.
Start teaching group exercise classes at your facility or within your community. Advance your teaching skills, learn to work with music and add an additional revenue opportunity.
Continued Professional Development courses teach various skills to increase your offering as a fitness instructor, specialise in niche areas, or work with new groups within the population.
Our Gym Instructor courses are delivered using a combination of face-to-face teaching and tutor-led eLearning webinars to give you the perfect balance of practical experience and theoretical content.We believe that training you in a gym environment will give you the right experience and confidence to start working in a gym as soon as you complete your qualification.
Delivered intensively on weekdays.
8 days face-to-face tuition.
More face-to-face content with one eLearning unit.
1 day practical assessment.
Delivered over an extended time frame, including evenings and weekends.
4 days face-to-face tuition.
More eLearning than the full-time format to give you a more flexible learning experience.
You must be 16 or older and have experience using cardiovascular equipment as well as fixed and free weights within a gym environment.
YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing.
Full-Time £855 Part-Time £699
0% finance - spread the cost with interest free monthly payments.
Get 10% off our full-time route when you book at least 2 months before the start date.
I have just completed my Level 3 Personal Trainer Course. The tutors were brilliant - extensive knowledge & good explanations.The practical sessions were great fun and well taught.There was a lot of written work to complete in a short space of time so be prepared but this work is vital in enhancing & deepening our knowledge. I was lucky in that my classmates were so lovely & we all supported each other all the way.
Our personal trainer courses are all delivered using a combination of face to face teaching and eLearning to give you the perfect balance of practical experience and theoretical content.
We believe that training you in a gym and studio environment, with tutors and peers, will give you the right skills and experience to start your PT career.
The personal training course will give you the foundation knowledge and practical experience that inspires confidence in your clients and employers. You will also gain knowledge and skills to be able to offer a wide range of sessions and classes. You’ll leave this course having received the guidance and support to train clients and create advanced fitness plans over a number of practical sessions.
Setting fitness goals for your clients.
Giving advice on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Designing and maintaining progress.
Helping your clients work on their health and wellbeing.
Marketing your business through different mediums to sell your services.
Applied Anatomy and Physiology
Nutrition to Support Physical Activity
Bespoke Exercise Programme Design
Communication Techniques
Business Acumen for a Successful PT Practice
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
Customised exercise programme design
Our personal training course involves face to face sessions and tutor-led webinars. These are complimented by our digital learning platform containing eLearning, manuals and a range of digital assessments.
You need to attend the online webinars and face to face sessions as well as completing independent study via our digital platform.
Delivered intensively on weekdays
11 days face-to-face tuition.
2 eLearning units
2 sessions online with tutor
1-day practical assessment
6 days face-to-face tuition
Various eLearning units
You must be 16 or older and have previously received a Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing (unless completing one of the combination courses). We recommend that you have some experience using cardiovascular equipment as well as fixed and free weights within a gym environment.
Full-Time £1450 Part-Time £1350
YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training
Apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to fund your course and pay once you earn over £27,295
Predominantly face-to-face.
Fully online.
A hybrid of of both.
This course was perfect for me, delivering everything I needed with learning materials that were incredibly easy to use. The flexibility to study remotely or face-to-face allowed me to tailor my learning to my own pace and lifestyle. The online experience was excellent, offering a flexible e-learning component that let me progress at my own speed, whether I was studying on my phone, tablet, or at my desk. I walk away from this course feeling fully prepared for the future, thanks to its perfectly balanced approach of remote and in-person learning, which fit seamlessly into my life."
The Next Generation Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer qualification uses our most up-to-date course model, with the majority of learning available online alongside a handful of face-to-face learning days. It means you can enjoy the benefits of an enhanced qualification without the commitment of a full-time course.Next Gen is all about convenience and working around your schedule, so you don't need to worry about making sacrifices in other aspects of your life in order to complete your qualification! Throughout the course, you'll gain a solid foundation to launch your career as a fitness professional. You'll learn how to lead and instruct clients in a gym setting and be able to launch your own personal training business, offering customised fitness advice and exercise routines to your clients.
Our Next Gen Gym Instructor and Personal Training course involves face to face sessions and tutor-led webinars. These are complimented by our digital learning platform containing eLearning, manuals and a range of digital assessments.You need to attend the online webinars and face to face sessions as well as completing independent study via our digital platform.
London
Leicester
Manchester
Bristol
Brighton
30 weeks of guided learning
eLearning modules and online webinars
Access to a dedicated tutor throughout your course
8 face-to-face teaching days in one of our training locations
2 face-to-face assessment days
Maintaining health, safety, and hygiene in gym environment.
Planning, delivering, and evaluating exercise programmes.
Determining clients' needs and creating customised programmes to help them achieve their goals.
Leading personal training sessions in 1-to-1 and small group settings.
Marketing your business across different mediums to sell your services.
You must be 16 or older and have experience using cardiovascular equipment and fixed and free weights in a gym environment. Access to a laptop/desktop/ipad and reliable Wi-Fi is also essential.
£1850
L2 Certificate in Gym Instructing and L3 Diploma in Personal Training.
Level 2 Gym Instructor
Level 2 Anatomy and Physiology
Level 2 Gym Based Programme
Delivery and Professional Instruction
Providing a positive customer experience
Lifestyle management and health awareness
Previous Level 2 Certificate inGym Instructing required.
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology
Level 3 Nutrition to Support Physical Activity
Level 3 Business Acumen for a Successful Personal Training practice
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
Bespoke exercise programme design
Customised exercise programme instruction
Level 2 Gym Instructor.
Level 3 Personal Trainer.
Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology.
Level 3 Nutrition to Support Physical Activity.
Level 3 Business Acumen for a Successful Personal Training practice.
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT).
Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work.
Padwork (CPD).
Kettlebells Pro (CPD).
Level 2 Gym Instructor
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology
Level 3 Nutrition to Support Physical Activity
Hybrid and flexible course model
Suada is an exceptional resource, offering a wealth of valuable information that has been instrumental in my learning journey. Its convenience and accessibility make it a tool I return to frequently, whether I'm on a lunch break, commuting, or just have a moment to spare. The ability to pause, rewind, and revisit lessons on Suada is incredibly helpful, allowing me to fully grasp each concept at my own pace. This flexibility has been key to integrating learning seamlessly into my daily routine. The course has not only broadened my understanding of fitness but has also equipped me with the skills to effectively market myself as a personal trainer. Leveraging Suada and social media platforms, I now feel confident in reaching a wider audience and growing my brand."
L2 Certificate in Gym Instructing.
L3 Diploma in Personal Training.
L3 Advanced Diploma in Personal Training.
L3 Diploma in Gym Instructing & Personal Training.
Next Generation Gym Instructor & Personal Training.
