Gym Instructing
Gym Instructing
YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing
This course is designed to provide the knowledge, understanding and practical skills needed to work as a Gym Instructor in the sport and physical activity sector.
Fees are per academic year, subject to change
£395.00
Is this course right for me?
Enrich your understanding of the Gym Instructor role with our comprehensive course learning directly from an experienced teacher who has worked in the fitness industry for over 12 years. Delve into a diverse range of topics from training programme design to anatomy and physiology, allowing you to gain both the depth and breadth of knowledge to become an expert Gym Instructor. This program not only covers essential core concepts but also offers hands-on opportunities to develop practical and technical skills essential for success in the field.
This course normally runs one evening per week, for 30 weeks, starting in October.
- No formal entry requirements
- Life skills, experience and maturity are important
- Should demonstrate a keen interest in physical activity and be physically fit
- Each application is considered on individual merit
- The learner must be over the age of 18
The objectives of this qualification are for learners to:
- Demonstrate the knowledge, understanding and practical skills needed to work as a Gym Instructor
- Develop skills and knowledge in a range of areas relevant to their role, such as:
- The principles of working in the gym environment, including customer service and how to maintain health, safety and welfare
- Anatomy and physiology
- How to conduct consultations and promote the health benefits of physical activity
- How to communicate effectively and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme
- How to plan and prepare a gym-based exercise programme
Units to be studied include:
- Anatomy and physiology for exercise
- Maximising the customer experience in a gym environment
- Supporting client health and well-being
- Conducting client consultations and gym inductions
- Planning and reviewing gym-based exercise programmes
- Instructing and supervising gym-based exercise programmes
- Practical assessment during the course
- Portfolio of evidence
- Written examination
- Practical/comfortable clothing for parts of the course
Any costs above are approximate and may change. For information on refunds and course cancellations please see the fee policy.
- No additional costs
- Under 19’s reduced fees may apply - please contact admissions@pembrokeshire.ac.uk
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change. For information on refunds and course cancellations please see the fee policy.
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