Level 2 Circuit Training Instructor Course in Paignton. Classes run at South Devon College, part-time during the day over 5 weeks. You'll cover the legal and professional responsibilities of a circuit training instructor, the key principles of circuit training, and how to use technology in your sessions. You'll also learn to plan and deliver group circuit classes and one-to-one mini-circuit sessions. The course runs at a manageable pace, making it practical for anyone balancing study with other commitments.
Who this course is for
This qualification will give you a strong understanding of the legal and professional responsibilities involved in becoming a circuit training instructor.You’ll explore the key principles of circuit training, learn how to integrate technology into your sessions, and develop the confidence to plan, prepare, and deliver both dynamic group circuit classes and focused one-to-one mini-circuit sessions.By completing this qualification, you’ll gain the essential knowledge and practical skills required to meet the physical activity sector’s minimum deployment standards - helping you take the next step in your fitness career.This course is perfect for qualified fitness instructors wishing to widen their skills to offer circuit training. The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, therefore a degree of physical fitness is necessary. There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and you should have basic skills in communication pitched at Level 2.
What you will learn
You'll understand the legal and professional responsibilities of a circuit training instructor.
You'll explore the key principles of circuit training and how to apply them.
You'll learn how to plan and structure group circuit training sessions.
You'll develop skills to deliver focused one-to-one mini-circuit sessions.
You'll learn how to integrate technology into your training sessions.
You'll practise preparing and delivering dynamic group circuit classes.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Devon College, combining theory with practical application. Assessment is based on demonstrating your knowledge and practical skills in planning and delivering circuit training sessions. The provider will confirm the specific assessment methods before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Devon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Circuit training instructor, leading group and one-to-one sessions
Group exercise instructor, delivering classes in gyms or leisure centres
Personal trainer assistant, supporting clients with circuit-based workouts
Fitness coach, working in community or corporate fitness settings
Gym instructor, guiding members through circuit-based programmes
Community fitness instructor, running sessions in local venues or outdoor spaces
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training, the next step if you want to work as a personal trainer and take on individual clients.
Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training, a broader qualification covering a wider range of training methods.
Level 2 Award in Instructing Gym-Based Exercise, useful if you want to add gym floor instruction to your skills.
