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Level 2 in Gym Instructing
Our Full Diploma course will enable learners to become Level 2 Gym Instructors. Our courses are fully funded* for ages 16-18 and for 19+ learners funding is available via the advanced learning loan*. *Subject to eligibility
The course is 6 intensive days (10am – 5pm) in the Bexley gym (Reynolds Fitness Spa Bexley)
Course Requirements:
- Ages 16-18 must have a grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths & English (19+ not required, subject to interview).
- Some experience with 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 pitched at level 2.
Qualification Outline
Learners wishing to pursue a career in the health and fitness sector as gym instructors, with the possibility of moving on to a level 3 personal training course (certificate).
Purpose
This qualification aims to train learners to a professionally competent level, enabling them to prescribe, plan and deliver safe and effective exercise programmes developing their skills and knowledge to pursue a career in gym instructing. During the qualification, learners will cover:
- Anatomy and physiology, functional kinesiology and concepts and components of fitness.
- Principles of training.
- Lifestyle and medical factors that affect well-being.
- Analysis of client information using the most accepted techniques.
- Assessment of a client’s current health and fitness status.
- Planning and conducting of physical activity programs.
- Client consultations using the most accepted methods and providing strategies for successful behaviour change.
Progression
This qualification provides progression to:
- Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training.
- Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral.
- Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Prenatal and Postnatal Exercise Programmes.
- Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Older Adults.
- Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Disabled Clients.
- Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork.
- Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga.
- Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning.
- Various fitness-based short courses.
- Possible employment at Reynolds Gyms and Fitness Spas.
- VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage
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Active IQ is an awarding organisation recognised and regulated by Ofqual within the Active Leisure sector designing qualifications that support clear career pathways. They strive to provide high-quality resources for qualifications enabling Training Providers to give a positive learning experience.
The qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and, in many cases, also by Qualifications Wales and CCEA Regulation. All the Active IQ courses are CIMSPA recognised.