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Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing

Start Date: Multiple options (to be agreed once booked) - variable to suit learner

Total Qualification Time: 230 Hours

Guided Learning Hours: 40 Hours

Format: Online

Course Type: Regulated Qualification

Industry Area: Exercise and Fitness

Venue: Online

Region: National

You will learn everything you need to know to get started as a Gym Instructor as part of your Gym Instructor Course. You will gain a working understanding of anatomy and physiology, as well as how they relate to exercise and fitness.

By learning the strategies required to create a safe fitness environment, you’ll also be able to give safe and effective gym sessions to clients. Master the skills in this training to improve your employability by knowing how to provide excellent customer service and function on the gym floor.

£600.00
£600.00
Tax included.
A gym instructor coaching a person on using an exercise machine
£600.00
£600.00

Training Overview

Course details

The Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing consists of five mandatory units. Each unit has specific learning outcomes that equip learners with the essential skills and knowledge to become a gym instructor. Below is a breakdown of the key learning outcomes according to the five units in the qualification:

Unit 1 Principles of Anatomy, Physiology and Fitness

You will learn about the structure and function of the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. Additionally, this unit covers the body's energy systems and the effects of exercise on these systems.

Unit 2 Professionalism and Customer Care for Fitness Instructors

This unit focuses on understanding the legal and professional responsibilities of fitness instructors. You will learn how to deliver excellent customer service and professionalism, including the importance of personal presentation, communication skills, and customer retention.

Unit 3 Health and Safety in the Fitness Environment

In this unit, you will learn how to maintain a safe and effective gym environment, covering areas such as health and safety laws, hazard identification, and emergency operating procedures.

Unit 4 Conducting Client Consultations to Support Positive Behaviour Change

You will develop the skills to conduct client consultations, helping clients set achievable goals and monitor their progress. This unit also covers motivational techniques and how to overcome barriers to exercise.

Unit 5 Planning and Instructing Gym-Based Exercise

This practical unit teaches you how to plan and deliver gym-based exercise sessions. You will learn how to instruct clients safely and effectively, adapting exercises to meet individual needs and ensuring sessions are structured correctly from warm-up to cool-down.

These units provide a comprehensive foundation for a career as a gym instructor, with a strong focus on safety, professionalism, and client care.

Course features

  • Flexibility: Study when and where it suits you, fitting around your lifestyle.
  • Comprehensive Support: Benefit from expert tutors guiding you through every step.
  • Career Advancement: Gain a recognised qualification to boost your career prospects in the fitness industry.
  • Practical Skills: Acquire the skills to confidently instruct and support clients in a gym setting.
  • Fast Track Options: Complete the course in as little as 2 months, or take up to 6 months depending on your schedule.

Prerequisites - what's required to participate?

Our Level 2 Gym Instructor online course is an entry-level course, meaning there are no prior educational qualifications required. However, you must be at least 16 years of age to enrol.

In addition, to complete the 100% online pathway you will:
• Complete the course over a duration and speed that suits you
• Have 24/7 access to our high-quality digital technology learning platform and regular support from your personal tutor
• Learning can be completed in your own time and at your own pace but the attendance of some live webinar sessions is required
• Need to have access to a commercial/professional gym environment
• Be required to complete all practical delivery sessions within a gym setting
• Need to have access to a video camera/smartphone to record some of your assessments

Career Development

Completing the Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing opens up several career opportunities within the fitness industry. With this qualification, you can pursue the following roles:

  • Gym Instructor: You can work in gyms or health clubs, helping members with inductions, exercise techniques, and workout plans.
  • Fitness Instructor: You can assist clients in achieving their fitness goals through guided exercise sessions and personalised programmes.
  • Group Exercise Instructor: Lead group classes in a gym or studio setting, such as circuit training or functional fitness sessions.
  • Health Club Assistant: Support the day-to-day operations in a health club, helping clients with equipment and maintaining safety standards.
  • Progression to Level 3 Qualifications: With the Level 2 certificate, you can progress to further qualifications such as:
  • Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (Online)
  • Level 3 Diploma in Long Term Conditions (Online)
  • Level 3 Award in Designing Pre and Post Natal Exercise Programmes (Online)

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