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Level 2 YMCA Certificate in Gym Instructing

  • 2

    Level
    Level 2

  • Duration
    Multiple - see below

  • Start Date
    Multiple - see below

  • Venue
    Easton College campus

  • Course Code
    B0370

Start Dates

  • February 2025, Part Time, Night, 5 months
  • September 2025, Part Time, Night, 1 year

What You Will Study

The purpose of this 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. By completing this qualification, learners will meet industry requirements to become a Gym Instructor.

To achieve the YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing, learners need to achieve the following units;

  • K/616/7823 Anatomy and Physiology for exercise for exercise and fitness instructors
  • M/616/7824 Providing a positive customer experience in the exercise environment
  • K/616/7949 Lifestyle management and health awareness
  • H/616/7951 Gym-based programme delivery and professional instruction
  • D/616/7950 Gym-based programme planning and preparation

Course: Wednesday evenings 5-9pm for 16 weeks at Easton College for practical - Tutorials maybe online or in person and self-study will be needed for the exam.
Dates: Starting Weds 26th Feb-Weds 2nd July( excluded the following Wednesdays 9th April, 16th April and the 28th May)

Entry Requirements

Learners must be aged 19 plus. Ideally they should have some experience of gym-based exercises as participation in a variety of gym-based practical sessions will be required throughout the qualification. Learners should also have communication skills pitched at level 2 which can be developed during the course. Learners will be required to commit to self-directed study in order to achieve this qualification.

Applicants will be required to have an interview with the course leader before enrolment.

How You Will Be Assessed

A range of assessments will be conducted on this course. Learners will be required to do one exam (multiple choice test), multiple online assessments, a portfolio of evidence and three practical observations.

Course Progression

This Level 2 qualification can lead to employment as a gym instructor. This qualification can also lead to further training at the same or higher levels including: level 2 award in group exercise instructing and Level 3 diploma in personal training.

Fees

February 2025, Part Time, Night, 5 months

This course may be free depending on your circumstances, otherwise it may be co-funded £518.40 or Full Cost £1036.80 + registration fee of £56.00.
Please contact the Advice Shop for clarification.

September 2025, Part Time, Night, 1 year

Depending on your age, prior attainment and circumstances the course may be fully funded. Please contact the college for further clarification. depending on your age, employment status and any previous qualifications the course may be free or will be full cost. Please contact us for clarification.

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