Part time Central YMCA Qualifications Fitness Instructing - Gym Level 2

Central YMCA Qualifications Fitness Instructing - Gym Level 2
Start/End Date

Day

Course Code

Start Time

End Time

Location

Fee

Benefit A

Benefit B


02/11/09 -

15/01/10

Mon-

Fri

V326/01

TBC

TBC

Keepmoat

£446.50

£0.00

£86.50

15/02/10 -

30/04/10

Mon-

Fri

V326/02

TBC

TBC

Keepmoat

£446.50

£0.00

£86.50

10/05/10 -

09/07/10

Mon-

Fri

V326/03

TBC

TBC

Keepmoat

£446.50

£0.00

£86.50

Course description
The course introduces the knowledge and practical skills required when working or entering the Exercise and Fitness Industry and consist of the following:

Exercise and fitness knowledge covering the four major areas of the body

How to plan a safe and effective gym based session

How to instruct a safe and effective gym based session

How to evaluate a safe and effective gym based session

The course is based at The Keepmoat Fitness Centre and will consist of a series of workshops for the minimum hours of study (120hrs).

Course Structure
One week intensive course followed by a series of one day work shops over six weeks or two week intensive course.

Core Units

01 Exercise and Fitness Knowledge

02 Health Safety and Professionalism in Exercise and Fitness Instruction

03 Instructing Gym based exercise

Course Entry requirements
All learners will need to complete an application and interview prior to enrolling.

Level 2 - related qualification or 4 x GCSE†s

Occupational or industry experience (over 16years).

Course Progression
CYQ Level 2 Exercise To Music, Circuit Training, Aqua Aerobics, Step Aerobics

CYQ Level 3 Advanced Fitness Instructor / Personal Trainer

Course Career Prospect

• Fitness Instructor
• Personal Trainer
• If you are unsure about your career progression please contact the Careers Team.