LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN GYM
INSTRUCTING

DURING THE COURSE YOU
WILL COVER:

– Anatomy and physiology including:

• The heart and circulatory system
• The respiratory system
• Structure and function of the skeleton
• Musculoskeletal system
• Postural and core stability
• The nervous and energy systems and their relation to exercise.

– How to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.

– How to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating.

– How to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme.

– The skills and knowledge required to plan and prepare a gym-based exercise programme with apparently healthy adults – both individuals and groups. This may include young people in the 14-16 age range, provided they are part of a larger adult group. Client groups also covered are older adults, ante and postnatal clients and disabled clients provided the relevant contraindications and key safety guidelines are observed.