Become a Fitness Instructor
Level 2 Fitness Instructor Gym Course
One of the most popular fitness instructor qualification’s accredited by AIQ and CIMSPA. You can take this course in the comfort of your own home by choosing our online study option or you can attend face to face live training. On this level 2 fitness instructor gym course you will qualify to become a gym instructor and gain employment in a gym or you can use it as a stepping stone to become a personal trainer at level 3. You can also take it as a joint diploma course and study both courses together if you wish to move straight to being a personal trainer either in a club or creating your own self employed business as a PT.
The FULL online study programme includes a full range of resources with downloadable manuals with full video lectures that you watch at home in your own time. This means you can study at your pace and repeat lectures as often as you would like to to learn the topic. Your on-line anatomy & physiology modules will prepare you for the practical application in the gym. If you want to work as a gym instructor anywhere in the world this qualification will be recognised.
You can also choose the face to face taught option. This is a two day course where you will be fully taught and assessed by a tutor on one of our club sites in either Edinburgh or Maidenhead. You also receive the full online study programme to study at home even though you are going to attend so you have the option and support of replaying lectures at your leisure but the complete opportunity to learn from others in the classroom and gym as well.
More Information
This accredited qualification is recognised by REPs & CIMSPA and will be awarded 16 REPS CPD points and 10 CIMSPA Endorsed Points
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
- Planning and teaching safe and effective gym-based exercises
- Gaining an understanding of the body’s systems and its response to exercise
- Anatomy & physiology for sport and exercise including bones, muscles, cardiovascular and energy systems
- An understanding of the principles of training and programming for gym clients
- How to teach fixed resistance machines, free weight lifts, functional exercises and CV equipment
- Coaching sequence and correction of posture and exercise technique
HOW LONG DOES THE SHORT COURSE LAST ?
- Pre-reading & self study form the downloadable manuals and attendance on 3 modules
- Anatomy & Physiology – 1 day
- Gym practical training – 1 day
- Gym practical assessment – 1 day
HOW LONG DOES THE LONG COURSE LAST?
All of the above modules for the short course and in addition the following modules
Choose three of the additional certificate/training days from:
- Outdoor Fitness & Suspension Training Awards
- Instructing Circuit & Kettlebell Training Awards
- Advanced Stretch & mobility workshop
- Business & digital marketing workshop
WHO IS THE COURSE SUITABLE FOR?
- Individuals 16 years and over
- Those wishing to work in a gym as a fitness instructor
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE NEEDED?
- No previous qualifications or experience are needed. You will also take the Functional Anatomy For Fitness module as part of this course (unless already a qualified fitness instructor). This is included in the price.
HOW IS IT ASSESSED?
- Multiple-choice theory exams (unless already a qualified fitness instructor)
- Direct observation of teaching skills
- Lesson plans
- Worksheets
ARE THERE ANY BOOKS OR SPECIAL EQUIPMENT THAT NEED TO BE PURCHASED?
- No, all course materials will be provided as self download manuals & papers
WHAT CAN THE QUALIFICATION LEAD TO?
- Work as a fitness instructor in a gym
- Teacher of suspension training, kettlebells or outdoor fitness bootcamps
- An en-route qualification to becoming a group fitness instructor for some pre-choreographed studio programmes
- An en-route qualification to becoming a personal trainer
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Career Opportunities
As a gym instructor you will have the opportunity to work in all fitness facilities, including, private health clubs, local leisure centres and sports centres. Employers seek out students with the Drummond Education certificate as students who have been taught to a high standard in the industry. You can use the fitness instructor gym course as a spring board to your level 3 qualification as a personal trainer or move onto the outdoor fitness award and teach bootcamps outside. You will also have the opportunity to teach gym circuits, kettlebells or suspension training as part of the extended award.
Career Advice
Whether you would like to take this course, or just want to talk to someone and ask questions to gain some career advice, we are always happy to hear from you. You can email us on [email protected] or telephone us on 0203 326 3009 and we would be delighted to give you the most current industry advice. the Drummond Team is available for help on any topic, any Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m to 4.00 p.m.
GREEN POLICY?
All course materials are provided as self downloads through an online portal. All materials may be downloaded and saved to your own computer to keep for life. You may request that we print the manuals for you for an additional £150 fee. This doesn’t represent the cost of the printing.
