Itec Certificate In Fitness Instructing (Gym-Based Exercise) Monday

Course Name -ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym-based Exercise)

Award -Course Name -ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym-based Exercise)

Course Duration - 1 Year course, class takes place one evening a week (Monday) plus 1 Saturday every Month.

Aims and Objectives

The main aim of the ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym-based Exercise) is to enable Learners to gain the necessary practical and theoretical skills as an introduction into the fitness sector. This qualification is suitable for Learners aged 16 and over and is designed to provide occupational competence at Level 2. It also provides a sound platform into further training at Level 2 and 3 Content This qualification is for Learners who want to work within the Fitness Industry.

The main skills the Learner will perform are:

• Planning gym-based exercise – to include collecting participant information, screening clients, PARQ test, gaining informed consent, agreeing goals and objectives, planning timings and sequences for exercise and recording programme plans in an appropriate format
• Instructing gym-based exercise – to include selecting and preparing equipment to suit the client’s needs, preparing the environment, performing demonstrations that are technically correct, adapting the exercises to meet the needs of the client, monitoring the safety and intensity of the exercises and providing feedback
• Health, safety and welfare – contextualised to the environment the Learners will be working in

The Learner will also learn about client care and communication which is essential to work and be successful in the Industry

This qualification also provides:

• The related knowledge and understanding required to perform the Fitness Skills listed above effectively, in particular the anatomy and physiology of the body and common diseases and disorders that may affect when a client should or should not take part in exercise
• Opportunities for Learners to focus on the development of their wider skills in a Fitness setting such as communicating with clients, working with others and problem solving
• Opportunities for Learners to develop a range of skills, techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in employment as a Gym-based Fitness Instructor

Opportunities for Progression

Once Learners have achieved the ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym-based Exercise) they may progress on to other ITEC or equivalent qualifications at Level 2 and 3 for example:

• Level 2 Diploma in Fitness Instructing
• Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Exercise to Music)
• Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Water-based)
• Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Exercise and Physical Activity for Children) 4 V1 ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym- based Exercise) - Specification
• Level 3 Diploma in Pilates Teaching
• Level 3 Diploma in Yoga Teaching
• Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy

Opportunities for Employment

There are opportunities for a Fitness Instructor to find employment in a variety of areas:

• Gym
• Health club
• Spa
• Cruise ships
• Hotels or resorts
• Own fitness studio
• Own business