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This Fitness/Gym Instructor Course is our distance study option. If you prefer face-to-face style learning then click here for our classroom based option.
This fitness course will give you an introduction into fitness programme design covering both resistance training and cardiovascular training. You will also learn about the various systems of the body and the effects exercise has upon them. As a Fitness Instructor you will be able to write programmes for clients with a variety of fitness goals. It will also allow you gain entry to the Register Of Exercise Professinals at level 2.
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Price Comparison*
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| Fitness Industry Education |
£399
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| Focus Training |
£550
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| Future Fit |
£695
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| Lifetime |
£595
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| Premier Training |
£750
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This is the distance study option of the course so you will complete the whole course in your own time however you have the option to come to practical training days as well. Click here to view a demonstration of how you will study the theory part of your fitness course with us.
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On this fitness course you will learn
- Skeletal System
- Muscle System and Muscle Action
- Cardio Respiratory System
- Energy Systems
- Principles of Fitness
- Principles of Training
- Principles of Resistance Training
- Resistance Training Exercises
- Principles of Cardiovascular Training
- Cardiovascular Training Exercises
- How to plan, instruct and evaluate a fitness programme
- How to support participants in promoting the adoption of physical activity
- How to promote Health, Safety and Fitness
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Fitness Course Requirements
There are no requirements for this course. You will learn everything you need to get your qualification while studying with us. It is beneficial to have some experience of using a gym and during the course you will gain further knowledge and skills by participating in various activities in the gym environment.
Fitness Course Assessment
You will submit a portfolio of evidence which contains the following:
- Screening documentation for a client
- Session Plan designed for client specific needs
- Risk assessment for the planned session
- Health and Safety Worksheet
You will then be observed instructing your client through the fitness programme. Following the assessment you will carryout a written evaluation of your performance and create an action plan for your continued professional development.
There is also a multiple choice theory paper which is externally set and marked by the awarding body.
Attendance Requirements
Distance Study – You have the option to attend 1 training day and you are required to attend 1 assessment day on which you will complete all your assessments. You may however choose to be assessed by video and for your theory assessment you may organise to be assessed at a recognised assessment facility such as a local university or college. Conditions apply.
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