LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN GYM INSTRUCTING

The Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills that are needed to plan, deliver and supervise safe but effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment.

Course start dates:

Weeks beginning:

30th June 2025

29th September 2025

2nd February 2026

1st June 2026

28th September 2026

During the qualification, learners will cover:

• Anatomy, physiology and nutrition and how they relate to exercise and fitness.
• Health and safety in the fitness environment.
• The skills to conduct client and group inductions in a gym-based environment and support exercise adherence and a healthy lifestyle.
• The skills to plan, instruct and supervise safe and effective exercise and physical activity sessions.
• Professionalism for fitness instructing.
• Personal and professional development.
• Delivering exceptional customer service.

Target learners: Learners aged 16+

Progression: Upon completion, learners will be qualified and competent to work as a Gym Instructor. Further career development opportunities include: Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training.

Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral.

Active IQ Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Postnatal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition.

Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Older Adults.

Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Disabled Clients.

Active IQ Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Exercise and Health.

Awarding body: Active IQ

Assessment: Learner achievement portfolio, additional work products, multiple-choice exam, practical observation.

Delivery: Blended learning (e-learning, online tutor-led sessions, face-to-face).

Duration: 4 – 6 months

Cost: £700

Guided learning hours: 40

Total qualification time: 230

CIMSPA CPD points awarded: 20

Creative Sport & Leisure also delivers bespoke training to suit the needs of your setting. Please be in touch to discuss how we can create a course that works for you.