Gym Instructor Training Course
Leading to CYQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym)
"What you achieve in your future career depends on your own personal aspirations and commitment but this course is where it all starts."
Just starting out? Then this course is for you. Being a Gym Instructor involves guiding clients through their programmes and in the use of equipment, but it is so much more than that…you are a trainer, an advisor, a supervisor and a motivator all rolled into one, most of all you must generate an upbeat and positive environment in the gym. So, if you are personally committed to achieving health and fitness goals and believe that you can encourage and inspire others to follow the same path, then you have what it takes to be a successful Gym Instructor.
Your own training as a Gym Instructor will be challenging and fun. It can lead to further opportunities to progress your career into a variety of roles in the health and fitness profession.
Why should I do this course?
The Gym Instructor course is the first step on the ladder. It 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 techniques and knowledge required for working in this ever changing industry and the diverse needs of the people who attend fitness facilities. If you are looking to gain employment in a health and fitness facility, or you are already working as a fitness instructor and require a nationally recognised qualification, this is for you.
How is the course delivered?
Once you have booked your course you will receive your learning materials comprising of manuals, workbooks, a DVD and your student guide. You’ll plan your study with one of our tutors, ensuring adequate time and preparation for your practical course 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. Once you have completed your home study work you will attend the three practical attendance days. These fun and challenging days will allow you to practise your teaching skills using the latest equipment, whilst receiving support and guidance from our experts.
How will I be assessed?
2x multiple choice 'exercise and fitness' theory examinations
Home-study workbook
Practical Assessment - planning, teaching, evaluating a safe and effective exercise session
What will I learn?
Unit 1
Anatomy and Physiology – Bones and joints, muscle and muscle actions, cardiorespiratory system, components of fitness, nutrition, and the nervous system
Unit 2
Principles of Exercise Fitness and Health – How the body adapts to regular physical activity and the benefits of a healthy lifestyle
Unit 3
Customer service – How to create a friendly environment to improve customer relations and adherence to a regular exercise regime. How to improve communication skills to build client rapport. The do’s and don’t’s of Customer Care
Unit 4
Health, Safety and Safeguarding – how to minimise the risks associated with a fitness environment, and ensure the well being of clients.
Unit 5
Gym Programming – Understand the principles of fitness programming for a variety of clients including pre natal, children aged over 14 years, healthy older adults, and clients with disabilities. Screening and risk factor identification
Unit 6
Instructing gym based exercise – Learn how to teach warm up and cool down techniques, free weight and resistance machine exercise delivery, cardiovascular conditioning, and flexibility training.
What do I need?
Students must be 16 or over
What qualification will I receive?
CYQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym).
20 REPs CPD points
