Gym Instructor (Level 2)

This course is aimed at those working as Fitness Instructors who have few or no relevant qualifications, employed adults who wish to change careers, exercise and fitness enthusiasts who wish to become fitness instructors and unemployed adults wishing to gain a vocational qualification. The course develops the skills, knowledge and competence of an individual to plan, teach and evaluate exercise sessions to adults unsupervised in a Gym environment.

Exercise and Fitness Knowledge Theory will be embedded into the Gym Instructor Course, however candidates who are already in possession of this will be exempt, proof of this certification will be required. The Exercise and Fitness Knowledge theory will include:

• Anatomy & Physiology
• Components and Fitness
• Health and Lifestyle Screening
• Informed Consent
• Session Structure
• Principles of Exercise Progression and Adaptation

The Practical element of the Gym Instructor Course will include: Planning, Teaching and Evaluating a Gym session using Cardiovascular and resistance machines as well as free weights and body weight exercises.