Level 2 YMCA Diploma Gym Instructor

This qualification provides the knowledge and skills to enable learners to plan, deliver and evaluate safe and effective gym sessions. This qualification will provide entry onto the Register of Exercise Professionals at Level 2 and will be achieved in the context of gym allowing learners to become employed within the leisure and fitness industry as gym instructors.

This qualification is open to all - The course requires physical exertion, and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary. There are also professional discussions involving communication, other communication skills required (discussing, reading and writing) involved and learners should have the ability to self-study and research around a variety of topics.  Experience in leading / participating in gym-based fitness is advised.

• Unit 1 - fundamentals of anatomy and Physiology for exercise and fitness professionals
• Unit 2 - providing a positive customer experience to exercise and fitness participants
• Unit 3 - principles of physical activity, exercise and training approaches to develop fitness and health
• Unit 4 - health screening, risk stratification and scope of practise
• Unit 5 - health awareness and lifestyle management
• Unit 6 - supporting clients in a gym based environment
• Unit 7 – plan, deliver and evaluate gym based training

• Written applied case study questions
• professional discussions x 4
• consultation with client
• written session plans
• knowledge on a variety of exercises
• practical assessments

Although a Level 2, content and assessment has elements of an equivalent Level 3 course.

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