Free Level 3 Personal Trainer Course in Leeds. Classes run at YMCA Leeds, full-time during the day. This free personal trainer course is fully funded by the Education and Skills Funding Agency. You'll need a Level 2 qualification in Health, Fitness and Instruction to join. The course combines classroom learning with hands-on work placements over 24 months. You'll cover personal training practice, outdoor exercise, and sports conditioning. This level 3 personal trainer qualification prepares you to work with clients across a range of fitness settings.
Who this course is for
FTA is a direct route to a successful Personal Training career. Combine cutting-edge content, hands-on work placements and opportunities to unlock your potential and transform your career.
Entry requirements
Level 2 in Health, Fitness and instruction
What you will learn
You'll develop the skills to design and deliver personalised training programmes for clients.
You'll learn how to assess client fitness levels and set measurable goals.
You'll study the principles of sports conditioning and how to apply them in sessions.
You'll gain practical experience through work placements in real fitness environments.
You'll learn how to coach outdoor exercise sessions safely and effectively.
You'll understand anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
You'll develop the business and communication skills needed to work as a personal trainer.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at YMCA Leeds combined with practical work placements. Assessment includes practical observations, written assignments, and portfolio evidence gathered during your placements. Your progress will be assessed against the requirements of the Diploma in Personal Training (Practitioner), Outdoor Exercise and Sports Conditioning throughout the 24-month course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. YMCA Leeds will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Personal trainer. Work one-to-one or with groups in gyms or outdoors.
Fitness instructor. Deliver classes and floor sessions at leisure centres.
Sports conditioning coach. Support athletes with strength and performance training.
Outdoor fitness instructor. Run boot camps, circuit sessions, and outdoor group training.
Gym manager. Oversee operations and staff at a fitness facility.
Corporate wellness coach. Deliver fitness programmes for workplace wellbeing schemes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning. Deepen your expertise and work with performance athletes.
Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Personal Training. Specialise in areas such as nutrition, rehabilitation, or sports performance.
Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Sport. A higher-level route if you want to move into coaching, management, or further study.
Specialist short courses in nutrition, pre- and post-natal fitness, or GP referral can broaden the client groups you're qualified to work with.
