Free Level 2 Gym Instructor Course in Barrow-in-Furness

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Gym Instructor Course in Barrow-in-Furness. Classes run full-time during the day at Furness College Channelside Campus, over one year. You'll cover the knowledge and practical skills needed to work safely and effectively on a gym floor. Topics include anatomy and physiology, health and safety, and how to plan and deliver gym-based exercise. A gym instructor qualification at this level is the recognised starting point for working in a fitness facility.

Who this course is for

Furness College is highly successful, thriving and dynamic multi-site College. We are extremely passionate about raising the aspirations, knowledge and skills of individuals, communities and employers in Barrow-in-Furness and the wider peninsula. In 2016 the College became a member of the Chartered Institute for Further Education, the body for high performing Further Education Colleges and training providers. In 2017, we were recognised as the best Further Education provider in Cumbria at the Golden Apple Awards. In 2019, Ofsted rated us a s a Good College and later that year we were reaccredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology, which is recognised around the world as an indicator of quality. In the summer of 2023, we were reaccredited as being a Teaching Excellence Framework Silver rated provider, for the quality of teaching on higher education programmes.

The two main campus sites, Channelside and The Sixth Form, are state of the art facilities and provide our students with the best foundation upon which to build their future. Our campuses include virtual learning spaces, demonstration areas and workshops with all the latest equipment and technologies.

We offer a very wide range of academic and technical courses for students of all ages and abilities including: A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses and university level courses, apprenticeships and adult part-time courses. We also pride ourselves on the wellbeing support we offer to students to help them be the best they can be and go further in life.

For more information and to apply for a course today please visit our website: https://www.furness.ac.uk/

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the basics of anatomy and physiology relevant to exercise.
  • You'll develop knowledge of health, safety, and safeguarding in a gym environment.
  • You'll learn how to carry out fitness assessments with clients.
  • You'll develop skills in planning gym-based exercise programmes.
  • You'll learn how to instruct clients on the safe use of gym equipment.
  • You'll understand the principles of nutrition and their role in fitness.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and practical work on the gym floor. Assessment includes written assignments, practical observations, and knowledge checks. You'll be assessed on your ability to instruct and support clients safely and effectively throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Furness College Channelside Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Gym instructor. Supervise and support members on the gym floor.
  • Fitness instructor. Deliver exercise sessions in leisure centres or gyms.
  • Personal trainer assistant. Support qualified personal trainers with clients.
  • Leisure centre attendant. Oversee facilities and assist gym users.
  • Health club receptionist and floor staff. Combined customer and fitness role.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. The next step if you want to work one-to-one with clients as a personal trainer. Most employers and self-employment routes expect this level.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training. A broader qualification covering group exercise, gym instruction, and personal training in one programme.
  • Level 2 Award in Instructing Group Exercise. Adds group fitness classes to your skill set alongside gym floor work.

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