YMCA Certificate in Gym Instructing Level 2
Key Information
Subject Area
Sport, Fitness and Leisure
Level
2
Part Time Day
Location
Usk Campus
Fees
£140.00
Please note, all advertised fees are for one year only, unless otherwise stated in the additional information below
Start Date
05 April 2025
Saturday and Sunday
Start Time
09:00
End Time
15:30
Duration
8 weeks
In a nutshell
The aim of this intensive qualification is to enable learners to develop the knowledge and skills so they can engage, facilitate, educate and support clients in a gym or health club environment. Completing this qualification allows learners to access Gym Instructor jobs.
This course is for...
... people looking to begin their pathway into the fitness industry
... those who want to work as an instructor in the context of gym-based exercise, exercise to music or group instruction.
... anyone with a keen interest in health and fitness.
Course content
This course comprises 5 units and units 1-3 are mandatory. (It is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).)
- Anatomy and physiology
- Providing a positive customer experience in the exercise environment
- Lifestyle Management and Health Awareness
- Gym Based program, planning and preparation
- Gym based program delivery and professional instruction.
The practical units include:
- How to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments
- How to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating
- How to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme
- The skills and knowledge required to plan and prepare gym-based exercise programmes
Assessment: This is an intensive theory and practical course that will be assessed by a multiple-choice exam, an on-line open book Y-mark assessment, a workbook and practical assessment.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements although learners will need a keen interest in fitness instruction based activities; practical participation is essential. Candidates must be aged 19 or over.
Additional information
This course will be delivered as a combination of in person and online learning over a period of 7 weeks
After this course you could take the Level 3 Personal Training full or part time; Level 2 Group Cycling/Exercise to Music/Exercise and physical activity for children/Instructing Circuit Session; or gain employment in the fitness industry.
After booking your course you have 14 days to change your mind and request a full refund. You can still request a refund after this date, but this will only be given if you meet the criteria from the college fee policy.
If your chosen course starts within 14 days of you booking your place, then the 14 day refund policy does not apply and any refund will be subject to the college fee policy.
All courses may be subject to change and cancelled if deemed not viable to run.
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