• A personal trainer helping a gym goer lift a kettlebell
By The Fitness Group

Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Kettlebells

Start Date: Ongoing

Total Qualification Time: 25 Hours

Guided Learning Hours: 14 Hours

Format: Hybrid (online & in person), Online, and In person

Course Type: Regulated Qualification

Industry Area: Exercise and Fitness

Venue: To Be Confirmed.

Region: National, Derby and Derbyshire, London, Greater Manchester, Glasgow, and Scotland

The Level 2 Award in Instructing Kettlebells is designed to provide learners with an understanding of the legal and professional requirements of a group kettlebell instructor. Learners will be taught the key concepts of kettlebell training and how technology can be used in kettlebell sessions. Learners are also provided with the knowledge and skills to be able to plan, prepare and deliver safe but effective group kettlebell training sessions.

The Fitness Group Education is a leading UK provider of high-quality vocational training for the active leisure sector. Our qualifications cater to all career stages, from entry-level to advanced specialisations.

Our USP lies in delivering flexible, accredited education that meets industry demands. With expert tutors and strong industry partnerships, we ensure our learners gain real-world skills and recognised qualifications, making us the preferred choice for professionals aiming to advance in the fitness industry.

£249.00
£249.00
Tax included.
A personal trainer helping a gym goer lift a kettlebell
£249.00
£249.00

Training Overview

Course details

Learning Outcomes:

Legal & Professional Requirements:

  • Understand legal, ethical, and insurance responsibilities for kettlebell instructors.
  • Know the health, safety, and licensing requirements when hiring venues or using music.

Group Delivery Skills:

  • Identify skills, motivations, and behaviours needed for group kettlebell sessions, such as rapport-building, motivation, and inclusion.

Principles of Kettlebell Training:

  • Understand the benefits, structure, and physiological adaptations of kettlebell training.
  • Learn how to monitor training intensity.

Use of Technology:

  • Know how technology like heart-rate monitors and fitness apps can enhance training and motivation.

Safety Considerations:

  • Identify and manage safety hazards, including equipment layout, exercise technique, and monitoring in both in-person and online sessions.

Equipment Maintenance:

  • Learn how to clean, maintain, and store kettlebells properly.

Session Planning & Delivery:

  • Plan and deliver group kettlebell sessions, including warm-ups, main workouts, and cool-downs.
  • Adapt sessions to accommodate different fitness levels and client needs.

Client Preparation:

  • Build rapport with clients, assess readiness, and ensure proper safety measures are communicated and followed.

Instruction & Coaching:

  • Use effective communication, coaching techniques, and appropriate music to enhance the session experience.

Evaluation:

  • Evaluate your own performance based on client feedback, instructional effectiveness, and session structure

Course features

This Qualification focuses on planning, instructing, and evaluating safe and effective group kettlebell training sessions.

It covers key legal, professional, and safety requirements, while also teaching learners how to engage clients, monitor intensity, and maintain equipment.

The unit equips fitness professionals with the knowledge and skills to deliver kettlebell sessions tailored to client needs and fitness goals.

Prerequisites - what's required to participate?

Learners must hold a suitable Level 2 fitness instructing qualification.

Career Development

This qualification provides progression on to:

  • Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Circuit Sessions.
  • Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Studio Cycling.
  • Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Group Training.
  • Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training.
  • Apprenticeships within the active leisure sector.

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