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Level 2 in Gym Instruction 

Vocational • Level 2

Level 2 in Gym Instruction 

Vocational • Level 2

Type of LearningSchool Leaver

Course Codea5890

Study ModeFull Time

Duration1 year

CostQuestion tooltip iconFree

Awarded ByPearson BTEC

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About the course

This course will promote confidence and competence within active fitness surroundings. Top of the range fitness equipment and technology will enable you to thrive among industry leading professionals. You will take part in group work and individual practice to improve your communication skills, collaboration, self-management, adaptability, resilience and development. The course will fully prepare you for a career within the fitness industry as it prepares you for roles within sports clubs as a fitness instructor with an accreditation from the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA). 

Type of LearningSchool Leaver

Course Codea5890

Study ModeFull Time

Duration1 year

CostQuestion tooltip iconFree

Awarded ByPearson BTEC

Start Date/s

02/09/2026

Entry Requirements

3 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, or a relevant Level 1 qualification. 

Modules

Unit 1 - Working in the Sport and Leisure Industry 

 

Unit 2 - Exercise Instructor Knowledge and Development 

 

Unit 3 - Preparing Clients for a Gym Based Exercise 

 

Unit 4 - Working as a Gym Instructor 

Assessment

Each unit is 100% internally assessed in order to demonstrate the key skills, knowledge and behaviours required to work within the fitness industry as a gym instructor. This will include practical demonstration, client based consultation, presentation and written reports that are key to industry.  

Careers & Progression

You may choose to progress onto the Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport, Fitness and Personal Training or Sport and Exercise Science, further industry qualifications or a role in the fitness industry such as Fitness or Gym Instructor. 

 

Additional Details

Equipment Supplied

All learning materials, workbooks and practical equipment required for learning is provided, and all students get access to Fitness Evo gym and studio facilities for training and assessments.

Enrichment Activities

Take part in weekly practical Industry Skills, join the differing Burnley College Sports Academies, regular industry guest speakers and potential visits to local external sporting activities such as Padel tennis, golf,, kayaking and Padel Board.

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