What is Level 2 fitness qualification?

The aim of this Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing qualification is to train learners to a professionally competent level, enabling them to prescribe, plan and deliver safe and effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment as a Level 2 Fitness Instructor.

What is a Level 2 Fitness Instructor equivalent to?

The level 2 gym instructor course teaches you the foundations of fitness, both scientific theory and practical skills. This includes anatomy, physiology, principles of fitness, planning training sessions, and safety considerations. This level is the equivalent of GCSE grades A-C or NVQ level 2.

Can I be a personal trainer with level 2?

Can you be a personal trainer with a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification? No. There is a requirement to have a Level 3 personal trainer qualification to work as a personal trainer. Someone with a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification would be able to work as a Gym Instructor or Fitness Instructor.

Is Level 2 fitness instructor an NVQ?

You will gain a fully Ofqual regulated and NCFE awarding body endorsed NVQ level 2 Fitness Instructor Diploma. This offers the perfect stepping stone into you new gym career.

How long is a Level 2 gym instructor course?

6-8 weeks
How long does it take to complete the Level 2 Gym Instructor course? Students studying the programme on a full-time basis can complete the course in two-weeks, after which they will be qualified to work as a gym instructor. Part-time or online learning students complete the course in an average of 6-8 weeks.

How long does it take to become a Level 2 gym instructor?

If you study on one of our full-time personal training courses, it will take two weeks to qualify in the classroom. If you study from home for the Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing then, we find that, on average, qualification tends to take around six weeks.

What can I do with a level 2 in fitness?

A level 2 fitness qualification qualifies you to:

  1. Give gym inductions.
  2. Oversee the use of machines when supervising a gym.
  3. Write basic exercise programmes, at no extra charge, for gym members to carry out in their own time.
  4. Lead group fitness classes.

Can you do a Level 3 pt course without a Level 2?

To become a personal trainer you need to complete both the Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification and the Level 3 Personal Training course.

Can you work in a gym with Level 2?

At Level 2, fitness instructor (also known as gym instructor) courses give you a foundation of knowledge about anatomy and physiology, fitness principles and health and safety. This means you can, for example, work on the gym floor and deliver inductions to new members.

How do I become a qualified fitness instructor?

To work for a gym you will need your level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing and level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. This should be accredited by CIMSPA and REPs to ensure your qualification is industry recognised and also endorsed by an external awarding body such as the NCFE.

What can you do with a Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification?

So, what can a level 2 gym instructor do? As well as giving gym inductions and showing members how to use the exercise machines and equipment, they can provide general training advice, use marketing and business knowledge to build client relationships, and ensure that all customers are safe and satisfied at all times.

How much do fitness instructors make UK?

Generally, the hourly rates all tend to be around £8.50 to £8.90, which roughly equates to £16,320 to £16,742 per year.