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NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing (Online, NCFE)
Oxbridge

Kickstart your fitness career with this nationally recognised qualification – study online with unlimited tutor support.

Summary

Price
£495 inc VAT
Or £55.00/mo. for 9 months...
Study method
Distance learning
Duration
185 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing
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Certificates
  • NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing - Free
Assessment details
  • Portfolio of Evidence and Observations - £100
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
  • TOTUM card available but not included in price

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Overview

Are you passionate about fitness and eager to turn your enthusiasm into a career? The NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing is the perfect starting point for those looking to work in the fitness industry. This course provides essential knowledge and skills, covering anatomy, physiology, exercise programming, and client interaction. Whether you’re looking to work in a gym or progress to personal training, this qualification lays the foundation for your success.

Why choose this course?

  • Recognised Qualification – Gain a respected NCFE Level 2 certification, endorsed by CIMSPA.

  • Flexible Online Learning – Study at your own pace, anywhere, anytime.

  • Unlimited Tutor Support – Get expert guidance whenever you need it.

Qualification

Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing

Awarded by NCFE CACHE
Regulated by Ofqual
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Certificates

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing

Hard copy certificate - Included

Assessment details

Portfolio of Evidence and Observations

£100

As you study, you will submit coursework that will be marked by your tutor.

You’ll also be required to attend an assessment day at the end of your course.

Description

What you’ll learn:

  • Anatomy and Physiology – Understand how the body responds to exercise, including the circulatory, muscular, and nervous systems.

  • Customer Experience in a Gym Environment – Learn communication techniques and how to create a welcoming atmosphere for clients.

  • Client Health & Wellbeing – Support clients with tailored fitness plans while understanding health risks and benefits.

  • Conducting Consultations & Gym Inductions – Guide clients through pre-exercise screenings and introduce them to gym equipment.

  • Planning & Reviewing Gym-Based Exercise Programmes – Design safe and effective fitness programmes tailored to different ability levels.

  • Instructing & Supervising Gym-Based Exercise – Deliver engaging training sessions and ensure correct exercise techniques.

How you’ll study:
This course is delivered entirely online, allowing you to study at your own pace. You’ll have access to engaging learning materials via our award-winning learning platform, MyOxbridge, and receive unlimited tutor support throughout your studies.

Assessment:

  • Coursework marked by expert tutors.

  • A practical assessment day at the end of the course to demonstrate your skills.

Who is this course for?

  • Aspiring gym instructors looking for an entry-level qualification.

  • Fitness enthusiasts wanting to turn their passion into a career.

  • Those looking to progress to Level 3 Personal Training qualifications.

Requirements

  • No prior qualifications required, but an interest in fitness is recommended.

  • Some experience with gym-based exercise, including free weights, is beneficial.

Career path

Upon completion, you can:

  • Work as a qualified gym instructor in fitness centres, gyms, or health clubs.

  • Progress to the NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training.

  • Pursue specialist fitness training courses such as group exercise or strength coaching.

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Legal information

This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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