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Level 2 - Fitness Instructor:

 

The Level 2 award is the entry qualification required to work as a fitness instructor and embark upon an exciting and rewarding career. Candidates will train to a professionally competent level, enabling them to prescribe, plan and deliver safe and effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment.

 

Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym)

 

Course content:

This course will teach you how to:

  • Design effective resistance and cardiovascular training programmes

  • Deliver exercise sessions and gym inductions to a variety of clients

  • Perform a range of resistance and cardiovascular exercises encompassing a variety of machines and equipment

  • Relate sound knowledge of anatomy and physiology to exercise and fitness

  • Develop good customer service and communication skills that will inspire clients

 

Format:

  • Generally 8 days plus assessment

 

Entry Requirements and Target Candidates

  • Candidates must be over 16

  • Basic prior knowledge of gym machines and exercises is recommended

  • Suitable for individuals wishing to pursue a career in the health and fitness industry as fitness instructors or personal trainers

 

For Level 2 courses (Certificate in Fitness Instructing) please visit recommended providers such as the Gavin Wendon Centre

Assessment:

  • Multiple-choice theory paper

  • Activity worksheet

  • Practical Observed Assessment

Fees:

Qualification Details:

  • Successful completion of the qualification will allow candidates to achieve level 2 status on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) (a basic requirement to practice within a regulated health and fitness industry)

 

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