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Personal Training Courses

Start your journey with our flexible, CIMSPA-accredited personal trainer courses. Gain your OFQUAL-regulated personal training qualification from just one hour of study per week.

Qualify in 16 WeeksGet your personal training certification in just 2-3 months and start earning sooner.
Fully AccreditedOur courses are OFQUAL regulated and CIMSPA endorsed, the UK industry gold standard.
Study Your WayCombine flexible online learning with hands-on practical workshops to fit your schedule.
0% Finance AvailableSpread the cost of your course and invest in your new career with interest-free options.

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This bundle provides access to 4 of our most requested guides, giving you all of the resources you need to succeed in your personal trainer course.

Learn how to transition into a new career, compare our personal training course options, and receive a comprehensive breakdown of our PT courses and pricing details.

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Your Career as a Personal Trainer Starts Here

We deliver a clear, flexible route to becoming a fully qualified Personal Trainer, backed by the UK’s most respected awarding bodies.

✓ Fully Accredited PT Qualification Earn OFQUAL-regulated and CIMSPA-endorsed personal training qualifications recognised throughout the industry.

✓ Flexible PT Course Structure Study around your current commitments with just one hour per week – our personal training course fits your life, not the other way around.

✓ Real-World Skills & Confidence Learn from expert tutors who teach practical business and training skills, not just theory. Graduate ready to build a successful fitness career.

Compare Personal Training Courses & Qualifications

Compare our CIMSPA-Certified Personal Trainer Courses & Qualifications.

From the Level 2 Gym Instructor to the CIMSPA Endorsed, entry level Level 3 Personal Training certificate, and our most advanced course –  Level 5 Personal Training with RSPH Nutrition qualification, we offer a range of levels to fit your fitness career.

Find the course to suit you below.

Level 2

Level 2 Gym Instructor Course

If you’re training to become a gym instructor, or looking for a starting point for towards a PT qualification this is the course for you.

  • What's included
    • Anatomy and Physiology
    • Fitness Professional Foundations
    • Level 2 Gym Instructor
    • Functional Training
  • Key Information
    • Start earning in 3 months If studied full time, this course could take only 3 months to complete. Meaning you could start earning from your qualification.
    • From only 1 hour of study per week Part-time and full-time study available. Flexible learning with no strict time constraints.
    • 1 face to face workshop All of our personal trainer courses have face-to-face workshops included. Many other providers don’t offer it and it’s essential to be successful
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Level 3

Level 3 Personal Trainer Course

Ideal for anyone who wants to become a fully qualified personal trainer with CIMSPA accreditation.

  • What's included
    • Everything in Level 2 Gym Instructor
    • Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
    • PT Programming & Coaching
    • Nutrition & Weight Management
    • Advanced Resistance Training
    • Behaviour Change Coaching
    • Building Your Fitness Business
    • Core Training
    • Exercise for Fat Loss
    • Circuit Training Instructor
  • Key Information
    • From only 5 hours of study per week Part-time and full-time study available. Flexible learning with no strict time constraints.
    • Start earning in 3-6 months Depending on if you study part or full-time, you could qualify at level 2 within 3-6 months. This could allow you to start earning from your qualification.
    • 4 face to face workshops All of our personal trainer courses have face-to-face workshops included. Many other providers don’t offer them and they're essential to be successful
    • Career Accelerator Package Be career ready with a range of support and resources to get you started.
    • Employer Partner Opportunities Gain access to the latest jobs in the industry through our job board. Used by the UK’s most reputable health & fitness clubs.
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Level 4

Level 4 Personal Training Course

Gain industry status with the most robust PT course in the UK. Perfect for standing out from the crowd.

  • What's included
    • Everything in Level 3 Personal Trainer
    • Suspension Exercise Instructor
    • Kettlebell Instructor
    • Nutrition for Sport and Exercise
    • Pre- and Postnatal Nutrition & Exercise
    • Level 4 Personal Trainer
  • Key Information
    • Higher earning potential Our graduates are better qualified and highly respected by employers and within the industry. Often attracting better clients and earning more money.
    • 6 face to face workshops All of our personal trainer courses have face-to-face workshops included. Many other providers don’t offer them and they're essential to be successful
    • Additional CPD courses Includes 5 additional CPD courses in specialist areas to boost your knowledge and enable you to work with specialist populations.
    • Deliver advanced programming
    • Career Accelerator Package Be career ready with a range of support and resources to get you started.
    • Employer Partner Opportunities Gain access to the latest jobs in the industry through our job board. Used by the UK’s most reputable health & fitness clubs.
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Level 5 with RSPH

Level 5 Personal Training & Nutrition Course

Become an elite personal trainer capable of providing expert nutrition advice to your clients by combining your PT course with a Level 5 nutrition qualification.

  • What's included
    • Everything in Level 4 Personal Trainer
    • Childhood Nutrition
    • Nutrition for Older Adults
    • Vegetarian, Vegan and Plant-Based Diets
    • Meal Planning
    • Level 5 Nutrition: Advanced Nutrient Metabolism
  • Key Information
    • RSPH Level 4 Award in Nutrition
    • Put MRSPH after your name It stands for Member of the Royal Society for Public Health
    • 6 face to face workshops All of our personal trainer courses have face-to-face workshops included. Many other providers don’t offer them and they're essential to be successful
    • RSPH membership for 1 year The Royal Society for Public Health is an independent health education charity and the world’s longest-established public health body. As part of their work, the RSPH provides recognised health-related qualifications.
    • Career Accelerator Package Be career ready with a range of support and resources to get you started.
    • Employer Partner Opportunities Gain access to the latest jobs in the industry through our job board. Used by the UK’s most reputable health & fitness clubs.
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what to expect

Personal Training Courses

Discover our wide range of courses taught by our in-house experts and partnered with top employers for the best opportunities. Expect high-quality training, support, and advice from our dedicated tutors, learner services, and career advisors teams. Beyond certification, we offer ongoing career support and training to ensure your success.

Meet Tom, part of our friendly Learner Services team, who will guide you through what to expect on our Personal Training courses. With us, you’ll receive an exceptional education, valuable resources, and a pathway to thrive in your chosen field. Start your journey today and unlock a world of knowledge, support, and endless possibilities for a bright future.

New for 2025:

Navigating GLP-1 for Sport and Physical Activity Professionals

Unlock a deeper understanding of GLP-1 and its impact on weight management. This expert-led course, backed by Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi, empowers fitness and wellness professionals with the knowledge to confidently support clients using weight loss medications.

Inside The Qualification

Our flexible PT courses are your direct path to becoming a Level 3 Personal Trainer. We blend self-paced online learning with expert-led practical workshops, allowing you to earn your fully accredited, CIMSPA-recognised personal training qualification and launch your new career in the fitness industry.

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How You'll Qualify

Earn your PT qualification through our proven blend of on-demand online learning and expert-led practical workshops. This flexible approach is built around your schedule.

  • Study Online: Learn key modules at your own pace through our interactive platform, accessible on any device.
  • Train In-Person: Apply your knowledge during hands-on gym sessions with our expert tutors.
  • Succeed Professionally: Graduate as a CIMSPA-recognised Personal Trainer, fully equipped for your new career.

Over 30,000 happy students in the last 30+ years

Affordable PT Training for Everyone

World class personal training education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial situation. That’s why we offer flexible payment options to suit every budget.

Choose your payment method: From 0% finance plans to paying in full – find the option that works for you and start your personal training course today.

*Finance Terms & Conditions

Pay in fullPay the full amount for your training in one whole lump sum, nice and simple.
0% finance*Put down a deposit and then spread the cost of your training with 0% finance*
Deposit & balancePut down a deposit and then pay the remaining balance in one lump sum at a later date.
FlexPayPut down a deposit and then pay for the rest of your training in monthly payments.
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Start earning in 2-3 months.

Within just 2-3 months you could qualify at Level 2 and start earning from your qualification, which can cover the monthly cost of your course. Once you are fully qualified as a PT, the sky is the limit with your future earning potential. Not only will your job be highly rewarding, but working with specialist clients sees many Personal Trainers earn up to £60,000 per year.

Why Future Fit?

27 Reasons for Choosing Future Fit

We’ve been making courses beyond industry standards for over thirty years, continually raising the bar to produce the best Personal Trainers.

Our courses offer expert fitness education, equipping you with the skills needed to become a personal trainer. The combination of online learning and face-to-face practice with our specialist trainers will give you a competitive edge, preparing you to hit the ground running in your new career.

 

Over 40 venues across the UKWe offer more course dates and locations across the UK than anyone else, including London, Manchester, Portsmouth and Birmingham to name just a few.
High quality marking, assessments & feedback.Our courses are assessed and marked by industry professionals so you can be sure you receive high quality feedback.
Friendly Career AdvisersOur team of Career Advisers are available anytime for a free, no-obligation chat about your career goals.
We are not new to thisRaising the bar for 30 years, we’ve guided, supported and qualified over 50,000 fitness professionals.
Turn your passion into a career, fast. Start Earning in 2-3 Months.Get your career started as soon as you qualify at Level 2. Earn while you continue to learn.
Real Courses, Not just videosMany courses are little more than a collection of videos—you may as well watch YouTube. We offer real courses, and employers know the difference.
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Internationally Recognised PT Qualifications

Our personal training courses are CIMSPA-recognised, giving you internationally accepted qualifications. This recognition is crucial if you want to work as a PT outside the UK.

Expert support throughout your journey: Our experienced tutors guide you through your entire personal training course, while our dedicated student support team answers any questions along the way.

Blended learning approach: Combine online theory with hands-on workshops to master both knowledge and practical skills. This proven method ensures you’re fully prepared to launch a successful personal training business, whether in the UK or internationally.

Don't just take our word for it...

Hear from some of our amazing ambassadors, former students who want to share their stories of training with the Future Fit Family and inspire the next generation of learners.

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Personal Training Jobs and Careers Board

We aren’t here just to sell you a personal training course, we want you to find the role of your dreams.

To make this as easy as possible, we created the Future Fit Personal Training Job Board, bringing our students the latest vacancies from the most exciting fitness employers in the industry.

Our reputation within the industry means that Our Employment Partners are amongst the movers, shakers and game changers in the world of health and fitness and the Job Board showcases their roles to you!

Find the PT jobs of your dreams!

You might be a recent graduate looking to start a career with a big name Health & Fitness club, or perhaps you’re wanting to move into a boutique setting. Whatever your preference, our custom-built platform is designed with our students in mind, making finding your new role as hassle-free as possible.

Employer OpportunitiesWork with leading UK Health & Fitness clubs. Our Graduates are highly sought-after in the Industry.
Updated By EmployersKept fresh with the latest industry jobs so that you can access new opportunities.
User Friendly PlatformSearch by employer, job title or location to easily discover your perfect role.
Unique To Future FitBuilt in-house and with our Learners & Graduates in mind to help you launch your career in the industry.

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