Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Training

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£ 10 £ 425 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Start date

    Different dates available

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

The Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Training offers a complete introduction to fitness coaching, exercise planning, client motivation, and safe training practices. This course is ideal for individuals looking to build a strong foundation in personal training principles, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and effective programme design. Through expert-structured modules, you will deepen your understanding of how the body responds to exercise, how to analyse fitness levels, and how to create tailored workout routines for a variety of clients.

Throughout the course, learners gain essential skills in goal setting, client communication, lifestyle coaching, and injury-prevention strategies. You will explore the fundamentals of strength training, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, and weight management, all while learning how to support clients of different ages, abilities, and fitness goals. The training also helps you develop the confidence to deliver structured sessions, advise on healthy habits, and design realistic plans that promote long-term wellbeing.

This CPD-accredited fitness course is delivered entirely online, making it accessible to aspiring fitness professionals who want flexibility while building their qualifications. Whether you aim to become a personal trainer, gym instructor, or wellness coach, this course provides the essential foundation needed to start your fitness career. It also suits individuals who want to expand their knowledge for personal development or enhance their existing fitness expertise.

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About this course

Understand anatomy, physiology, and exercise principles
Design structured fitness and training programmes
Support clients with goal setting and motivation
Apply safe and effective training techniques
Advise on nutrition, lifestyle, and wellbeing
Develop communication and client-support strategies

The Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Training is ideal for anyone interested in fitness, wellbeing, or helping others achieve healthier lifestyles. It suits aspiring personal trainers, gym instructors, wellness coaches, sports enthusiasts, and individuals looking to begin a career in the fitness industry. The course is also valuable for those already working in related areas—such as sports clubs, community health programmes, or wellness centres—who want to strengthen their knowledge with recognised CPD training.

Learners who simply enjoy fitness and want to improve their own understanding of exercise, nutrition, and programme planning will also benefit from this accessible and beginner-friendly course. No prior experience is required, and the content is designed to support individuals at all skill levels. Whether you want to pursue a fitness career, start offering training support to others, or build confidence before further study, this course provides a strong and practical foundation.

There are no formal entry requirements for the Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Training, making it open to learners from all backgrounds. Anyone aged 16 or above can enrol. Although previous fitness knowledge is not required, good English, basic numeracy, and general IT skills are recommended to help you progress smoothly through the online materials. Learners will need access to a device with internet connectivity and the motivation to work through the course at their own pace.

Upon successful completion of the Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Training, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9.99 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

This Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Training stands out for its flexible, self-paced learning model, allowing learners to study at a schedule that fits their lifestyle. The modules are expertly designed to provide clear, structured knowledge that directly supports real-world fitness practice. Learners gain practical, career-focused insights into training design, client support, and wellbeing promotion—skills that add strong value to any CV. With accessible content, professional relevance, and a user-friendly online platform, this course provides an ideal pathway into the fitness industry or further study.

Yes. The Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Training is fully beginner-friendly and requires no previous fitness qualifications. All core topics—such as anatomy, exercise planning, motivation, and safe training—are explained in clear, simple language, making the course accessible to complete newcomers. Whether you are entering the fitness field for the first time or refreshing your understanding, the structured modules ensure you can progress confidently at your own pace.

This course provides a strong foundation for roles such as personal trainer, gym instructor, fitness coach, wellness advisor, or sports club assistant. It helps you gain essential skills in programme design, client communication, and exercise safety—qualities valued across the fitness and wellbeing sector. The CPD-accredited certification also enhances your CV and can support progression into further fitness qualifications or advanced training pathways.

The training is delivered entirely through a flexible online platform, allowing you to study from any device, at any time. You can progress through the modules at your own pace, revisit lessons whenever needed, and complete assessments when you feel ready. There are no time limits or fixed schedules, giving you full control over your learning experience. Once completed, you can request your recognised certificate.

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2019

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More than 50 reviews in the last 12 months

This centre has featured on Emagister for 7 years

Subjects

  • Yoga
  • Nutrition
  • Fitness
  • Physiology
  • Personal Trainer
  • Fitness Instructor
  • Trainer
  • Kinesiology
  • Stretching
  • Pregnancy
  • Weight Training
  • Fitness testing
  • Aerobic Training

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One Education

One Education

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Course programme

This Personal Trainer course covers essential areas of fitness and wellness, including nutrition, physiology, and kinesiology to build a strong foundation in body mechanics and nutrition planning. You’ll learn aerobic and weight training techniques, muscle exercise cross-references, and fitness testing to design safe and effective workout programs. The course also includes stretching, yoga, pregnancy, and senior fitness training modules to meet diverse client needs. Additionally, it explores exercise injury prevention, personal training tips, and common trainer mistakes with practical solutions, helping you become a knowledgeable, confident, and professional personal trainer.


Personal Trainer

  • Nutrition
  • Physiology and Kinesiology
  • Aerobic Training
  • Weight Training
  • Muscle Exercise Cross Reference
  • Fitness Testing
  • Stretching
  • Yoga
  • Pregnancy
  • Senior Fitness
  • Exercise Injury
  • Personal Training Tips
  • Personal Trainer Mistakes & Solutions

Mock Exam

  • Mock Exam- Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Training

Final Exam

  • Final Exam- Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Training

Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Training

Special Emagister price

£ 10 £ 425 VAT inc.