Course aim
To equip students with the skills and knowledge to become competent gym Instructors in a fitness facility.

Course format
Supported distance learning with 3 day attendance.

Who should go on the course?
Students wishing to gain employment in a fitness facility, or those already working in a centre who require a nationally recognised qualification. Home study workbook

Assessment
1 hour multiple choice exercise and fitness knowledge theory examination.
Practical assessment – planning, teaching and evaluating a safe and effective exercise session

Course content
• Anatomy and physiology
• Principles of warm up/cool down
• Free weight exercise techniques
• Cardiovascular conditioning
• Resistance training
• Flexibility training
• Principle of exercise programme design
• Communication and teaching skills
• Screening and risk factor identification
• Promoting physical activity
• Customer care

Entry requirements
Students must be 18 or overValid cpr certificate

Certification
Central ymca qualification certificate level 2 in fitness instructing (gym)