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Free Level 3 Personal Trainer Course in Eastleigh

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Personal Trainer Course in Eastleigh. Classes run at Stoneham Lane Football Complex, full-time during the day.

The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds who meet the eligibility criteria. You'll need a Level 2 Fitness or Gym Instructing qualification before you start. The course is mapped to CIMSPA Personal Trainer professional standards, so the content reflects what employers in the fitness industry expect. You'll study anatomy and physiology, client assessment, programme design, and how to coach a wide range of clients safely and effectively. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with an NCFE Diploma in Personal Training at Level 3.

Who this course is for

The NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training is intended for learners aged 16 and over, who are ready to make a positive contribution to the workplace and to the health and wellbeing of a broad range of clients with different needs, in different types of environments. The qualification is mapped to the CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) Personal Trainer professional standards.

Entry requirements

Learners must have achieved a Level 2 Fitness or Gym Instructing qualification before enrolling onto this qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the anatomy and physiology that underpins safe exercise programming.
  • You'll develop skills in assessing client fitness levels and health needs.
  • You'll design personalised training programmes for clients with different goals.
  • You'll practise coaching gym-based exercise, including free weights and resistance training.
  • You'll learn how to adapt sessions for clients with varying abilities and backgrounds.
  • You'll understand the professional and legal responsibilities of a personal trainer.
  • You'll apply the CIMSPA Personal Trainer professional standards in practical settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on training at the centre. Assessment includes written assignments, practical observations, and demonstrations of your coaching skills. Active participation is essential throughout the course, so a reasonable level of physical fitness is required. You'll be assessed on both your knowledge and your ability to apply it with real clients.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit is required for practical sessions. Stoneham Lane Football Complex will confirm the full kit list and anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Personal trainer, design and deliver one-to-one and group training sessions.
  • Gym instructor, guide members on the gym floor and run inductions.
  • Fitness coach, work with sports clubs or community fitness programmes.
  • Health and wellbeing coach, support clients in workplace or community settings.
  • Group exercise instructor, lead classes such as circuits or bootcamp, though additional specialist qualifications may be needed for specific formats.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning, a natural next step for trainers who want to work with performance athletes.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy, adds a complementary skill set valued by fitness professionals.
  • Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Sport, for those who want to move into sports science or management roles.
  • CIMSPA membership, supports your professional standing as a qualified personal trainer once you are working in the industry.
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