COURSE AIM
The Focus 1 Gym Instructor course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge that are required for a role as a gym or fitness instructor within a health and fitness facility. The course focuses on the latest, up to date skills and knowledge required for working in this ever changing industry and the diverse needs of the people who attend fitness facilities.
COURSE FORMAT
After booking your course you will be sent your learning materials comprising 2 manuals, a workbook, a DVD and your student guide.
Upon receipt of your learning materials, your tutor will contact you to help to plan your study. Your tutor will schedule your workload, ensuring adequate preparation for your attendance days. Dates will be agreed for coursework deadlines and telephone appointments will be made to allow tutors to give you regular feedback on the work that you submit. This also gives the opportunity for tutors to answer any queries that you may have.
Once you have completed your home study work, and are fully prepared for your assessment, you will attend the three workshop days. These fun and challenging days will allow you to practice your teaching skills on the latest equipment, whilst receiving support and guidance from our tutors.
WHO SHOULD GO ON THE COURSE?
Students wishing to gain employment in a fitness facility, or those already working as a fitness instructor who require a nationally recognised qualification.
ASSESSMENT
- Home study workbook
- 1 hour multiple choice Exercise and Fitness knowledge theory examination
- Practical assessment - Planning, teaching and evaluating a safe and effective exercise session
COURSE CONTENT
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Principles of Warm Up/ Cool Down
- Free weight exercise techniques
- Cardiovascular conditioning
- Resistance machine exercise techniques
- Flexibility training
- Principle of exercise programme design
- Communication and teaching skills
- Screening and risk factor identification
- Promoting physical activity for a healthier lifestyle
- Customer Care - the do's and don'ts
- Health & Safety in the workplace
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Students must be 16 or over
CERTIFICATION
Central YMCA Qualifications Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym)
