Community Interest Company
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Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing
Overview
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The Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing is designed to support you in your role as a gym instructor in a fitness facility.
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The aim of this qualification is to help you develop the skills and knowledge required to be able to work unsupervised as a fitness instructor.
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The qualification is the first step on the pathway to becoming a fully qualified Personal Trainer.
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Content
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During the qualification you will learn to plan, deliver and review safe and effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment.
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Topics Covered:
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Anatomy, physiology and nutrition and how they relate to exercise and fitness
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Health and safety in the fitness environment
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The skills to conduct client and group inductions in a gym-based environment and support exercise adherence and a healthy lifestyle
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The skills to plan, instruct and supervise safe and effective exercise and physical activity sessions
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Professionalism for fitness instructing
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Personal and professional development
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Delivering exceptional customer service
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Assessments
To pass the qualification successfully you will be required to complete the following assessments:
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A portfolio of short answer questions
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A multiple-choice open book online exam (Anatomy & Physiology)
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Assessor Observations covering the following:
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Professionalism and customer care for fitness instructors
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Conducting client consultations to support positive behaviour change
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Planning and instructing gym-based exercise
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Pre-requisites
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Be aged 16+
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Have some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended
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The course requires physical exertion, and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary
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There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication
Guided Learning Hours
40
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Delivery Method
Group face to face
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Course Duration
2 -6 months
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Cost
£
Payment plans available