Free Level 2 Fitness Instructor Course in Daventry. Classes run at ProDirect Academy Northampton, full-time during the day. You attend the academy three to four days per week, and the course runs over 12 months. You'll develop the skills and knowledge to work unsupervised as a gym instructor, covering gym-based exercise and fitness provision. No previous qualifications in sport or coaching are needed to start. Support with Maths and English is available if you need it. Earn your free fitness instructor qualification at the end.
Who this course is for
This diploma will help you to develop the skills and knowledge required to be able to work unsupervised as a Fitness Instructor within the area of gym-based exercise and fitness provision.
Entry requirements
You do not need to have any previous qualifications in the field of sport or coaching to join this course. We will support candidates with Maths and English (GCSE or Functional Skills) if they have not already achieved the minimum requirement.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan and deliver gym-based exercise sessions safely.
You'll develop knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to fitness instruction.
You'll learn how to carry out fitness assessments with clients.
You'll develop skills to instruct clients using gym equipment correctly.
You'll learn how to adapt exercise programmes to suit individual needs.
You'll develop understanding of health and safety responsibilities in a fitness environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on training at the academy. Assessment for the NVQ Diploma is competence-based, meaning you'll be observed demonstrating your skills in real fitness settings. You'll also complete written or knowledge-based assessments. The centre will confirm the full assessment schedule before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. There may be additional costs for kit such as clothing or equipment. Bursaries for food and kit are available on an individual basis. ProDirect Academy Northampton will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Gym instructor, guiding clients through gym-based workouts
Fitness instructor at a leisure centre or health club
Personal trainer assistant, supporting qualified personal trainers
Sports centre fitness floor supervisor
Gym floor attendant with instructing responsibilities
What you could study next
Level 3 Personal Trainer Qualification: the next step if you want to design bespoke programmes and work one-to-one with clients.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise: builds on your Level 2 and broadens the range of activities you can instruct.
Level 2 Award in Instructing Kettlebell Training or similar specialist awards: short add-on qualifications that expand the sessions you can offer.
