Free Level 2 Gym Instructor Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. The course takes around one year to complete. You'll cover the knowledge and practical skills needed to plan and deliver gym-based exercise sessions safely and effectively. This free gym instructor course is a recognised route into fitness work, and the level 2 gym instructor qualification is widely expected by employers in leisure and fitness settings.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan safe and effective gym-based exercise sessions for clients.
You'll understand anatomy and physiology relevant to exercise instruction.
You'll develop knowledge of health and safety responsibilities in a gym environment.
You'll learn how to carry out fitness assessments and set goals with clients.
You'll understand how to adapt exercise programmes to suit different individuals.
You'll learn how to instruct clients on the correct use of gym equipment.
How you will learn
The course is delivered fully online, so you study in your own time without travelling to a centre. Assessment methods vary by qualification unit and may include written assignments, knowledge tests, and practical assessments. Entry requirements vary, so contact University Centre Somerset directly before you apply to confirm what you will need and how assessment is structured for this course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Gym instructor. Plan and deliver sessions on the gym floor.
Fitness instructor. Lead group or individual exercise programmes.
Personal trainer. Work one-to-one with clients toward fitness goals.
Leisure centre assistant. Support members across a range of facilities.
Health club floor staff. Induct new members and monitor safe exercise.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. The natural next step if you want to work one-to-one with clients as a personal trainer.
Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training. A broader qualification covering both gym instruction and personal training in one programme.
Level 2 Award in Instructing Exercise and Fitness. A shorter qualification that can complement your gym instructor certificate in specific activity areas.
