Gym Instructor
The Gym Instructor course takes the knowledge gained from the Theory of Anatomy and Physiology course and gives you the practical skills by which to begin to instruct in an exercise environment. On completion of this course, you’ll have your licence to teach.
On this practical course you will be taught in a live environment how to teach and instruct in an exercise and fitness facility.
After completing the Gym Instructor workshop and assessment, you will learn:
- the role of the Gym Instructor
- the essential skills necessary to become a fitness professional
- how to instruct and coach safe and effective exercises.
As a qualified Gym Instructor, clients will look to you for guidance, counselling and direction in all the aspects of fitness covered on the course.
This course teaches you the skills that are essential for the planning, coaching and evaluation of a successful 1-2-1 gym session. The Gym Instructor Course is an essential qualification for all those looking to teach in an exercise environment.
A 3-day workshop covering theory and practical elements.
The course covers:
- stretching
- CV machines
- resistance machines
- free-weights.
You will learn how to devise safe and effective exercise programmes and be given all the information you need to prepare for your assessment.
The practical assessment typically occurs at least 4 weeks after the workshop. To help you prepare for the workshop and assessment, you are provided with a DVD prior to your course, which demonstrates the exercises you have learned, along with the teaching points you will need to know. The assessment includes both practical and written work and you’ll be required to bring along a friend to use as a ‘client’ for your practical assessment.
You must be 18 or above, and should have regularly attended a gym.
After completing the workshop and assessment (and passing the Anatomy and Physiology exam) you will be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym) qualification, which is accredited by City & Guilds. You will also receive 20 REPs CPD points.