Intensive Certificate in Fitness Instruction - Theory / Gym / Exercise to Music Level 2

This intensive course is ideal if you have a keen interest in working in the health and fitness industry as a fitness instructor in the context of gym-based exercise/exercise to music/group circuit instructing.

There is a theory compulsory aspect of the course that is required in order to progress onto the practical Gym/Exercise to Music or Circuits as a separate course - Please see dates below for the practical courses at the Usk Campus.

Overview of Course:

The mandatory units include:

• Anatomy and physiology including:
  - the heart and circulatory system
  - the respiratory system
  - structure and function of the skeleton
  - musculoskeletal system
  - postural and core stability
  - the nervous and energy systems and their relation to exercise,


• How to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults


• How to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating


• How to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme

The practical units include

• How to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments


• How to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating


• How to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme


• The skills and knowledge required to plan and prepare gym-based exercise programmes