This course prepares you for working in the health and fitness industry as a fitness instructor. You will learn how to plan, instruct and evaluate gym based instructions and client programmes. This course is suitable for people who already possess a good level of health and fitness and take an active interest in the sports industry. It is also a useful additional qualification for students of sport and exercise related courses who wish to work either part or full time in the health and fitness industry.
The course covers the following units of study:

• Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise
• Know how to support clients who take part in Exercise and Physical Activity
• Health Safety and Welfare in a Fitness Environment
• Principles of Exercise
• Fitness and Health
• Planning Gym-based exercise
• Instructing Gym-based exercise

Duration

12 week contact hours every Thursday from 18:00-21:00. This is equivalent to 37.5 hours of learning

Upcoming course dates:

• Thursday 1 October - Thursday 17 December 2026. Assessment days: Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 December 2026

• Thursday 4 March - Thursday 20 May 2027. Assessment days: Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 May 2027 

How to book:

• Log in or create an account
• Select ‘Make a booking’
• Select ‘Book a course’
• And select the course department you want

Enquire for more information HERE.

It’s important to highlight that…

• The booking must be made in the name of the person who will be attending the course.
• If you or the attendee have any access requirements, just let us know during the booking process so we can make any arrangements needed to ensure a smooth and comfortable experience.