Level 3 Personal Trainer Course in Leeds

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Personal Trainer Course in Leeds. Classes run at Luminate Education, full-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though a Learner Loan may be available. You'll study anatomy and physiology, plan and deliver personal training sessions, and evaluate client progress. Entry requires four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or Maths. The course takes two years to complete.

Who this course is for

Take your training knowledge to the next level with our Fitness Instructing and Personal Training programme. You will develop your knowledge of fitness by planning, delivering, and evaluating safe and effective personal training sessions. You'll explore anatomy and physiology in exercise and health contexts, as well as planning national activities.

Entry requirements

The entry requirements for this course include four GCSEs are grade 4 including English or maths. During the course you are required to complete at least 18 hours of independent study to back up the learning discovered in your classroom sessions.

What you will learn

  • You'll plan safe and effective personal training sessions for a range of clients.
  • You'll develop your understanding of anatomy and physiology in exercise and health contexts.
  • You'll deliver fitness sessions and evaluate their effectiveness.
  • You'll explore how to design programmes that meet individual client goals.
  • You'll learn how to instruct fitness activities safely and professionally.
  • You'll build the independent study skills needed to support your classroom learning.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at the centre, covering theory and practical fitness instruction. The course requires at least 18 hours of independent study alongside your timetabled classes. Assessment is through the Pearson Edexcel BTEC framework, which typically combines coursework, practical assessments, and written tasks across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Luminate Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Personal Trainer. Work one-to-one with clients in gyms or independently.
  • Fitness Instructor. Lead group exercise classes or gym floor sessions.
  • Gym Coach. Support members with training plans and technique.
  • Sports Coach. Deliver coaching sessions in a sport or activity setting.
  • Health and Wellbeing Advisor. Support clients with lifestyle and fitness goals.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Personal Training. Deepen your specialist knowledge and work with more complex client needs.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy. Add a complementary therapy qualification to your fitness career.
  • Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Sport. A higher-level route if you want to move into sports science, management, or coaching at a more advanced level.

Related courses at Luminate Education

More courses near you