Start Date
- September 2025, Part Time, Night
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: Thursday evenings 5-8pm 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 Thurs 7th Nov 24 to 13th March 25 ( excluded the following Thursdays 26th Dec/2nd Jan/20th Feb)
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
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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