CYQ Certificate In Fitness Instructing – Gym-Based Exercise – Blended On-Line

Introduction

Learn to become a gym instructor today.
One of the most popular fitness instructor qualification’s recognised by REPs at Level 2. On this fitness instructor course you will qualify to become a gym instructor and you can use it as a stepping stone to become a personal trainer at level 2.  The pre-study on-line programme gives you the freedom to work at your own pace and includes videos of each exercise, together with an overview and key teaching points. If you want to work as a gym instructor anywhere in the world this qualification will be recognised.

Podcasts and coaching sheets assist, as you practice in the gym, and the Drummond Team is available for telephone tutorials at the following times each week:

  • Wednesdays – 11am to 2pm with Anne Simon
  • Thursdays – 5pm to 7pm with Gill Cummings-Bell
Study Options

This course will be subject to a 20% price increase for VAT from 1st December 2011

Level

  • 2

REPs Accreditation

  • CPD to be confirmed

What Is The Course About?

  • Planning and teaching safe and effective gym-based exercises
  • Gaining an understanding of the body’s systems and its response to exercise
  • An understanding of the principles of training
  • Adapting exercise to suit varied fitness levels

How Long Does It Last?

  • Pre-reading
  • One day theory (on-line option available)
  • Two days practical

Who Is The Course Suitable For?

  • Individuals 16 years and over
  • Those wishing to work in a gym as a fitness instructor

What Qualifications Are Needed?

What Will Be Studied?

  • Concepts of fitness
  • Bones and joints
  • Muscular system
  • Respiratory system
  • Energy systems
  • How to structure a gym programme
  • How to teach safely and effectively

How Is It Assessed?

  • Multiple-choice theory exams (unless already a qualified fitness instructor)
  • Direct observation of teaching skills
  • Lesson plans
  • Worksheets

Are There Any Books Or Special Equipment That Need To Be Purchased?

  • No, all course materials will be provided

What Can The Qualification Lead To?

  • Work as a fitness instructor in a gym
  • An en-route qualification to becoming a group fitness instructor for some pre-choreographed studio programmes
  • An en-route qualification to becoming a personal trainer

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Study Options

This course will be subject to a 20% price increase for VAT from 1st December 2011