Level 2 Specialist in Exercise and Fitness - Group Exercise Instructor Course in Truro. Classes run at Truro College over 4 days, with daytime attendance. You'll learn to plan, deliver and evaluate group indoor cycling sessions for six or more participants. The course covers session design, safe instruction, and how to adapt sessions for different participants. This specialist in exercise and fitness - group exercise instructor qualification is a practical route into gym and fitness work.
Who this course is for
The purpose of this qualification is to enable learners to plan, deliver and evaluate group indoor cycling sessions with six or more participants.
What you will learn
You'll plan group indoor cycling sessions for six or more participants.
You'll deliver sessions safely and effectively.
You'll evaluate sessions and identify areas for improvement.
You'll adapt sessions to suit different participants' needs.
You'll apply health and safety principles to group exercise instruction.
You'll use cueing and communication techniques to lead a class.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Truro College. Assessment includes planning and delivering observed indoor cycling sessions. You'll be assessed on your ability to instruct a group safely and evaluate your own performance. The centre will confirm the full assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Truro College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Gym instructor, leading group indoor cycling classes
Fitness instructor, running group exercise sessions
Personal trainer, adding group cycling to your offer
Leisure centre instructor, delivering studio cycling classes
Health club instructor, working across group exercise formats
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing: qualifies you to instruct on the gym floor and broadens your fitness career options.
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training: the next step if you want to work one-to-one with clients and take on more responsibility.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into coaching or training other instructors.
