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By Motion Fitness Education

Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Planning and Delivering Gym Based Exercise

Course Date:

Anytime

Total Course Time: 240 Hours

Guided Learning Hours: 158 Hours

Format: Online

Course Type: Regulated Qualification

Industry Area: Exercise & Fitness

Venue: Online

Region: National

This Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Planning & Delivering Gym-Based Exercise is the foundational qualification for anyone looking to begin a career in the fitness industry.

This course is ideal for individuals passionate about health, fitness, and helping others achieve their goals. It equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills needed to confidently plan and deliver safe, effective, and engaging gym-based exercise sessions for a variety of clients.

Whether you're aiming to work in a gym, fitness centre, or start your own fitness journey, this qualification is your first step toward a rewarding career in fitness. This course not only qualifies you to work as a Gym Instructor but also lays the groundwork for further professional development, such as progressing to a Level 3 Personal Training qualification.

Motion Fitness Education is more than just a training provider of fitness courses; they are a movement dedicated to revolutionising the world of fitness education. They believe in empowering their students with not only the technical skills required to excel in the fitness industry but also the business acumen needed to build a successful and sustainable career.

£600.00
£600.00
Tax included.
Two people exercising on their hands and knees in a gym
£600.00
£600.00

Training Overview

Course details

Key learning outcomes:

  • Anatomy & Physiology: Understand the fundamentals of how the body functions in relation to exercise
  • Health & Safety: Learn the essential safety guidelines for working in a gym environment
  • Principles of Fitness: Explore the key components of fitness and how they apply to different types of training
  • Planning Gym-Based Exercise: Gain the skills to design effective workout programs tailored to individual client needs
  • Delivering Gym-Based Exercise: Develop practical expertise in leading gym-based sessions with confidence and professionalism
  • Professionalism & Customer Care: Build the interpersonal and communication skills necessary to engage and motivate clients.

Course features

This course is designed to certify students with a Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing upon which they will learn how to deliver inductions as well as creating simple programming for people within a gym environment.

Assessment Methods:

  • Multiple Choice Exams
  • Assignment
  • Practical Observation / Video Assessment
  • Worksheet

Prerequisites - what's required to participate?

There are no specific entry requirements.

Career Development

Completing the Level 2 Certificate in Planning & Delivering Gym-Based Exercise opens the door to a variety of career opportunities and progression pathways within the fitness industry.

With this qualification, you can start your career in roles such as:

  • Gym Instructor: Work in gyms and fitness centres, helping clients with exercise routines and supporting their fitness journeys
  • Fitness Coach: Provide guidance and motivation to clients looking to improve their overall health and wellbeing.

This qualification also serves as the foundation for further professional development. After gaining experience, you can progress to advanced certifications and specialise in areas such as:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training: Advance your career to work one-to-one with clients, creating tailored fitness programmes
  • Strength & Conditioning: Focus on enhancing athletic performance and reducing injury risk
  • Pre/Post-Natal Fitness: Support mothers in maintaining their fitness safely before and after pregnancy
  • GP Referral & Special Populations: Work with clients referred by healthcare professionals, addressing specific health and fitness needs
  • Specialist Group Training: Lead specialised classes such as indoor cycling, HIIT, or functional fitness

This Level 2 qualification is your gateway to building a rewarding career in fitness, with opportunities to expand your expertise and make a real impact in the industry.

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