Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing (RQF)
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Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing (RQF)
Overview
By studying this qualification, you will gain the fundamental knowledge you need to work in a gym or run a group fitness class. Our course will teach you all about exercise and the human body and has been designed in an enjoyable and engaging way. Once completed, you will be a qualified Gym Instructor, taking your first step in the health and fitness industry.
You will learn about human anatomy and physiology from our dedicated team of industry leading personal trainers, providing you with a foundational knowledge to build upon. Then, you will learn how to plan and deliver gym programmes, as well as how to conduct client consultations. At the end of this course, you will be ready to begin a new career as a Gym Instructor, with the Leap Academy team offering continued support.
The main topics covered in the course include:
- Physiology and human anatomy
- How to plan and implement gym programmes
- How to run client consultations
- Client engagement and how to maximise their experience
The tabs above will provide you with further detail about the course contents and our team, as well as the potential career paths you can take. Alternatively, register your interest on the form to your right and we will send you the information you need.
As opposed to other training providers, our courses are developed and run by industry experts who are leading the way in their industry, setting us apart from our competitors. You will learn through a combination of written materials, course videos, and interactive learning elements, teaching you the information you need in an exciting and engaging way. Watch the video below to get a taste of the content you can expect.
BRADLEY SIMMONDS
Celebrity Personal Trainer + Business Owner




BRADLEY SIMMONDS
Celebrity Personal Trainer + Business Owner
Brad is a professional PT and coaches the LEAP Academy L2 Gym Instructing and L3 Personal Training qualifications. He is one of the most successful and best known PTs in the UK with incredible experiences and knowledge to share. Read all about his career and story below:
MODULES:
- Unit 3: Planning and Delivering Gym Programmes
TALILLA HENCHOZ
Online Personal Trainer + Business Owner




TALILLA HENCHOZ
Online Personal Trainer + Business Owner
Talilla is an online fitness instructor and coaches the LEAP Academy L2 Gym Instructing, L3 Personal Training and L4 Advanced Sports Nutrition qualifications. She has an extensive career in the fitness industry and has built her own online health and fitness club from scratch. Read more about her amazing journey below:
MODULES:
- Unit 1: Anatomy & Physiology
JAMES MIDDLETON
Personal Trainer + Business Owner




JAMES MIDDLETON
Personal Trainer + Business Owner
James is an online fitness coach and teaches the LEAP Academy L2 Gym Instructing, L3 Personal Training and L4 Advanced Sports Nutrition qualifications. His online coaching has a strong emphasis on a 360 approach to health including mindset and nutrition based on his own personal journey. Read more about his story below:
MODULES:
- Unit 3: Planning and Delivering Gym Programmes
WES SANTOS
Personal Trainer + Business Owner



WES SANTOS
Personal Trainer + Business Owner
Wes is a professional personal trainer who has launched two small-group PT gyms in south London. He coaches the LEAP Academy L2 Gym Instructing and L3 Personal Training qualifications, bringing a huge wealth of personal experiences and knowledge to the courses. Read more about his story below:
MODULES:
- Unit 2: Client Consultations and Lifestyle Management
HELOISE NANGLE
Personal Trainer + Business Owner




HELOISE NANGLE
Personal Trainer + Business Owner
Heloise is a professional personal trainer who has launched three fitness studios in London. She coaches our L2 Gym Instructing and L3 Personal training qualifications bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience. Read more about her career and journey below:
MODULES:
- Unit 3: Planning and Delivering Gym Programmes
- Unit 4: Maximising the Customer Experience
Modules
- The structure and function of the cardiorespiratory system
- The structure and function of the skeleton
- Understanding the muscular system and its life-course
- The energy systems of the human body
- The role of the nervous system and the principles of muscle contraction
- The function of the digestive system
- The client consultation process in the gym environment
- The role of health screening, fitness testing and risk stratification
- Lifestyle and health promotion
- Understand the prevention and management of common health conditions
- Principles of behaviour change and exercise adherence
- Be able to conduct consultations and assessments
- How to assess customer needs in a gym environment
- The role of customer service in the gym environment
- Communicating with customer and colleagues
- Professional practice
- Cleaning and waste management in the gym environment
- The components of fitness and programming variables
- Understanding gym-based exercise training
- Planning and delivering gym-based training
- Reviewing gym-based training
Entry Requirements
This is an entry-level qualification that does not require any previous experience or qualifications to enrol. Full training is provided.
Minimum age restriction
16
Average completion timeframe
The average completion time for this course is 3- 4 months however it can be successfully completed in as little as 6 weeks by studying full-time. You have up to 24 months to complete this course.
Assessment requirements
Assessments are completed through a combination of external multiple choice exams (taken online and closed book), written assessments, self-reflection, and video assessments. The video assessments require access to appropriate equipment - details of which can be provided upon request.
Placement or Practical required
No placement or face-to-face practical is required. Assessments are completed via video submission and learners will be required to record themselves and evidence of their work and progess, and upload it for review. See the guidance document for more information.
If placement or practical required, when?
No placement is required but learners should have access to a gym or gym equipment. Learners will also need to have access to a demonstration client for the video assessment.
Exams required
Unit 1 is an external online exam.
Is Membership Required?
No Membership
Certification Timeframe
Please allow up to 12 weeks from your course completion date for your certification to arrive. Please note this can be longer if an EQA sample is required
Course Fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
A minimum course payment of 25% must be paid before we are able to register you on the course and book your unit 1 exam. Until this threshold is met, you will be unable to sit your unit 1 exam, although you are welcome to continue working your way through the course content.

- Multiple-choice theory exam (*You will be provided with a mock exam to help you prepare for the assessment)
- Written assessments
- Video submissions
- Programme cards
- Reflection documents
Innovate Awarding

Upon successful completion of our Gym Instructing course, you will be awarded with the Level 2 Certificate for Gym Instructing (RFQ), accredited by Innovate Awarding.
Innovate Awarding is an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation with an innovative and dynamic approach. They develop off-the-shelf, customised and fully bespoke qualifications across a growing number of sectors – all on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).
To work in a gym or lead group fitness classes in the UK, you must have an accredited Level 2 Gym Instructing qualification.
Innovate Awarding is an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation with an innovative and dynamic approach. They develop off-the-shelf, customised and fully bespoke qualifications across a growing number of sectors – all on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Career
Anyone who wants to embark on a career in the health and fitness industry will benefit from this course. It is a brilliant starting point, providing you with the skills and knowledge needed to engage, educate, enable, and support clients in a gym environment.
You may decide to begin your career path working as a Gym Instructor getting accustomed with leading client consultations, interacting with clients on the gym floor, and planning and delivering gym programmes. Alternatively, you may want to teach group fitness classes at your local gym or online.
As this qualification is a great starting point, you can use the knowledge gained to progress on to further study, enrolling on one of our other related courses. This will give you the ability to assist clients in a wider sense. Most of our students choose to eventually complete their L3 Personal Training qualification so that they can take that next step forward and train clients on a one-to-one basis.
- SALE Savings End Midnight Wednesday 31st May
- SALE Savings End Midnight Wednesday 31st May
Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing (RQF)
Overview
By studying this qualification, you will gain the fundamental knowledge you need to work in a gym or run a group fitness class. Our course will teach you all about exercise and the human body and has been designed in an enjoyable and engaging way. Once completed, you will be a qualified Gym Instructor, taking your first step in the health and fitness industry.
You will learn about human anatomy and physiology from our dedicated team of industry leading personal trainers, providing you with a foundational knowledge to build upon. Then, you will learn how to plan and deliver gym programmes, as well as how to conduct client consultations. At the end of this course, you will be ready to begin a new career as a Gym Instructor, with the Leap Academy team offering continued support.
The main topics covered in the course include:
- Physiology and human anatomy
- How to plan and implement gym programmes
- How to run client consultations
- Client engagement and how to maximise their experience
The tabs above will provide you with further detail about the course contents and our team, as well as the potential career paths you can take. Alternatively, register your interest on the form to your right and we will send you the information you need.
As opposed to other training providers, our courses are developed and run by industry experts who are leading the way in their industry, setting us apart from our competitors. You will learn through a combination of written materials, course videos, and interactive learning elements, teaching you the information you need in an exciting and engaging way. Watch the video below to get a taste of the content you can expect.
Team
BRADLEY SIMMONDS
Celebrity Personal Trainer + Business Owner




BRADLEY SIMMONDS
Celebrity Personal Trainer + Business Owner
Brad is a professional PT and coaches the LEAP Academy L2 Gym Instructing and L3 Personal Training qualifications. He is one of the most successful and best known PTs in the UK with incredible experiences and knowledge to share. Read all about his career and story below:
MODULES:
- Unit 3: Planning and Delivering Gym Programmes
TALILLA HENCHOZ
Online Personal Trainer + Business Owner




TALILLA HENCHOZ
Online Personal Trainer + Business Owner
Talilla is an online fitness instructor and coaches the LEAP Academy L2 Gym Instructing, L3 Personal Training and L4 Advanced Sports Nutrition qualifications. She has an extensive career in the fitness industry and has built her own online health and fitness club from scratch. Read more about her amazing journey below:
MODULES:
- Unit 1: Anatomy & Physiology
JAMES MIDDLETON
Personal Trainer + Business Owner




JAMES MIDDLETON
Personal Trainer + Business Owner
James is an online fitness coach and teaches the LEAP Academy L2 Gym Instructing, L3 Personal Training and L4 Advanced Sports Nutrition qualifications. His online coaching has a strong emphasis on a 360 approach to health including mindset and nutrition based on his own personal journey. Read more about his story below:
MODULES:
- Unit 3: Planning and Delivering Gym Programmes
WES SANTOS
Personal Trainer + Business Owner



WES SANTOS
Personal Trainer + Business Owner
Wes is a professional personal trainer who has launched two small-group PT gyms in south London. He coaches the LEAP Academy L2 Gym Instructing and L3 Personal Training qualifications, bringing a huge wealth of personal experiences and knowledge to the courses. Read more about his story below:
MODULES:
- Unit 2: Client Consultations and Lifestyle Management
HELOISE NANGLE
Personal Trainer + Business Owner




HELOISE NANGLE
Personal Trainer + Business Owner
Heloise is a professional personal trainer who has launched three fitness studios in London. She coaches our L2 Gym Instructing and L3 Personal training qualifications bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience. Read more about her career and journey below:
MODULES:
- Unit 3: Planning and Delivering Gym Programmes
- Unit 4: Maximising the Customer Experience
Modules
- The structure and function of the cardiorespiratory system
- The structure and function of the skeleton
- Understanding the muscular system and its life-course
- The energy systems of the human body
- The role of the nervous system and the principles of muscle contraction
- The function of the digestive system
- The client consultation process in the gym environment
- The role of health screening, fitness testing and risk stratification
- Lifestyle and health promotion
- Understand the prevention and management of common health conditions
- Principles of behaviour change and exercise adherence
- Be able to conduct consultations and assessments
- How to assess customer needs in a gym environment
- The role of customer service in the gym environment
- Communicating with customer and colleagues
- Professional practice
- Cleaning and waste management in the gym environment
- The components of fitness and programming variables
- Understanding gym-based exercise training
- Planning and delivering gym-based training
- Reviewing gym-based training
Entry Requirements
This is an entry-level qualification that does not require any previous experience or qualifications to enrol. Full training is provided.
Minimum age restriction
16
Average completion timeframe
The average completion time for this course is 3- 4 months however it can be successfully completed in as little as 6 weeks by studying full-time. You have up to 24 months to complete this course.
Assessment requirements
Assessments are completed through a combination of external multiple choice exams (taken online and closed book), written assessments, self-reflection, and video assessments. The video assessments require access to appropriate equipment - details of which can be provided upon request.
Placement or Practical required
No placement or face-to-face practical is required. Assessments are completed via video submission and learners will be required to record themselves and evidence of their work and progess, and upload it for review. See the guidance document for more information.
If placement or practical required, when?
No placement is required but learners should have access to a gym or gym equipment. Learners will also need to have access to a demonstration client for the video assessment.
Exams required
Unit 1 is an external online exam.
Is Membership Required?
No Membership
Certification Timeframe
Please allow up to 12 weeks from your course completion date for your certification to arrive. Please note this can be longer if an EQA sample is required
Course Fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
A minimum course payment of 25% must be paid before we are able to register you on the course and book your unit 1 exam. Until this threshold is met, you will be unable to sit your unit 1 exam, although you are welcome to continue working your way through the course content.

Assessment
- Multiple-choice theory exam (*You will be provided with a mock exam to help you prepare for the assessment)
- Written assessments
- Video submissions
- Programme cards
- Reflection documents
Qualifications
Innovate Awarding

Upon successful completion of our Gym Instructing course, you will be awarded with the Level 2 Certificate for Gym Instructing (RFQ), accredited by Innovate Awarding.
Innovate Awarding is an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation with an innovative and dynamic approach. They develop off-the-shelf, customised and fully bespoke qualifications across a growing number of sectors – all on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).
To work in a gym or lead group fitness classes in the UK, you must have an accredited Level 2 Gym Instructing qualification.
Innovate Awarding is an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation with an innovative and dynamic approach. They develop off-the-shelf, customised and fully bespoke qualifications across a growing number of sectors – all on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Career
Anyone who wants to embark on a career in the health and fitness industry will benefit from this course. It is a brilliant starting point, providing you with the skills and knowledge needed to engage, educate, enable, and support clients in a gym environment.
You may decide to begin your career path working as a Gym Instructor getting accustomed with leading client consultations, interacting with clients on the gym floor, and planning and delivering gym programmes. Alternatively, you may want to teach group fitness classes at your local gym or online.
As this qualification is a great starting point, you can use the knowledge gained to progress on to further study, enrolling on one of our other related courses. This will give you the ability to assist clients in a wider sense. Most of our students choose to eventually complete their L3 Personal Training qualification so that they can take that next step forward and train clients on a one-to-one basis.
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