Leisure/Fitness
Level 2 Fitness/Gym Instructor
The Level 2 Diploma in Gym Instructing aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills that are needed to plan, deliver and supervise safe but effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment
Qualification Structure
The learner must achieve a minimum of seven units (39 credits). This consists of five mandatory units plus two optional units from the gym pathway.
Learner Entry Requirements
Some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended.
The course requires physical exertion, and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary.
There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at level 2
Progression Routes
This qualification provides progression onto:
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training.
Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork.
Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral.
Level 3 qualifications for specialist populations.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Fitness.
Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga
Assessment
Coursework/Project.
Multiple Choice Examination.
Portfolio of Evidence.
Practical Demonstration/Assignment.
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Unit Title |
Level |
Assessment Type |
Credit |
|
Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise |
2 |
Theory paper |
6 |
|
Principles of exercise, fitness and health |
2 |
Theory paper |
4 |
|
Promote health, safety and welfare in active leisure and recreation |
2 |
Case study / Worksheet |
4 |
|
Work with clients to help them adhere to exercise and physical activity |
2 |
Case study / Worksheet |
4 |
|
Reflect on and develop own practice in providing exercise and physical activity |
2 |
Case study / Worksheet |
4 |
|
Plan and prepare gym-based exercise |
2 |
Observation / Self-evaluation |
9 |
|
Instruct and supervise gym-based exercise |
2 |
Observation / Self-evaluation |
8 |