Gym Instructor Central YMCA Qualifications
Course
In Preston
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Preston
The course covers classroom lectures on theoretical aspects of fitness instruction along with practical sessions leading groups, and assignments and practical assessments in gym discipline classes. This leads to a central YMCA qualification in gym instruction. The module includes Planning, Instructing and Evaluating Gym sessions, Health and Safety Issues, Customer Care and the Provision of.
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About this course
A keen interest and experience of the gym discipline. A good standard of personal fitness. A basic knowledge in Anatomy and Physiology. An interview with course staff to ascertain qualifications and aspirations.
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Subjects
- Gym Instructor
Course programme
Gym Instructor Central YMCA Qualifications
Course ID:
PC12112
Academy:
Tourism, Hospitality and Sport
Introduction:
This course is designed to cover all theoretical and practical elements that are essential for planning, preparing and delivering safe, effective, and professional excerise/fitness sessions.
Study Mode & Location:
This 17 week part-time course is for 6 hours per week (Monday & Wednesday evenings 6pm-9pm) and will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.
Course Content:
The course covers classroom lectures on theoretical aspects of fitness instruction along with practical sessions leading groups, and assignments and practical assessments in gym discipline classes. This leads to a central YMCA qualification in gym instruction.
The module includes Planning, Instructing and Evaluating Gym sessions, Health and Safety Issues, Customer Care and the Provision of Physical Activities.
Assessment:
This course will include a series of written theory assignments on customer care, promoting physical activity and gym progression and adaptation, ongoing practical assessment leading to final practical assessment and a formal written examination. Candidates are responsible for providing a participant for the final practical assessment.
Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Successful students can gain employment or self-employment within the private or public exercise and fitness industry such as teaching and instructing activities in the gym. Alternatively students can progress onto related CYQ level 3 qualifications, such as the Personal Trainer Award.
Additional Costs:
You will need to purchase a t-shirt and course manuals (approx cost £35).
How To Apply
You will need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.
Money Matters
Depending upon your circumstances, you may be able to study for FREE or at a reduced price.
Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.
Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm
The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.
Gym Instructor Central YMCA Qualifications