Course content
This part time face-to-face course is designed for adults who want to become a fully qualified gym instructor and personal trainer, and then progress onto a career in the fitness industry.
This qualification includes all the required elements to work effectively as a level 3 personal trainer including:
Anatomy, physiology & kinesiology
Concepts and componants of fitness
Nutrition, lifestyle & medical factors that affect wellbeing
Assessment of a clients current health and fitness status
Planning and conducting of physical activity sessions
Communication skills to build successful relationships with clients
Legal and professional requirements of being a PT
How to set up & manage a PT business
How to manage, evaluate and improve own performance.
Additional content unique to Reynolds
There is also a 1 day workshop included in level 3, to give real life class experience. We invite industry experts to demonstrate their skills and answer any questions you may have about the industry.
FAQs
When does the course start?
March & September start dates
Am I eligible to join?
This qualification if for ages 16 plus and aims to train learners to a professionally competent level, enabling them to prescribe, plan and deliver safe and effective exercise programmes developing their skills knowledge to pursue a career in personal training.
How many days a week is the course?
The course is 2 days per week for 20 weeks.
How much is the course?
Our courses are fully funded* for ages 16-18 and for 19+ learners funding is available via the advanced learning loan*.
*Subject to eligibility
Are there any entry requirements?
- Ages 16-18 must have a grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths & English (19+ not required, subject to interview).
- Some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended.
- The course requires physical exertion, and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary.
- There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication.
There is a telephone interview for all learners in order to be accepted onto the course, with limited spaces available.
Do I need to buy any Kit or uniform?
A kit list will be sent to you to purchase before the start of the course.
Where is the course based?
Reynolds Fitness Spa Bexley
The Chapel
Chapel Walk
Bexley
Kent
DA5 2DX