Become aFitness Instructor

When choosing your course, it’s crucial that it ticks all the boxes. Moreover, ensure that your desired fitness instructor course is regulated by the relevant regulatory body and offers the support needed for you to thrive whilst undertaking this qualification.

• First you need to find the right training provider; what does your training centre offer you throughout your training, and how much support will you receive?
• What qualifications do I need to become fitness Instructor?
• Is your fitness Instructor qualification CIMSPA accredited?
• Do you want to teach classes or be on the gym floor?
• What learning option is right for me, face to face or online?
• How long will it take you to graduate as a fitness Instructor?

• When you have selected the fitness instructor course or package of your choice, you then will need to enrol on to the course.
• Subsequently, you should receive a welcome video, along with an induction video and access to our specialist e-learning platform. You will also have a support call with your tutor who will ensure that you are setup and ready for learning.
• On average, fitness instructor qualifications take around 4-6 weeks to complete with Diverse Trainers. However, you do have a total of 24months to complete the course.
• You will have full access to over the phone and online support from your tutor throughout your fitness instructor qualification with Diverse Trainers.
• Following the completion of your Level 2 Fitness Instructing course, which involves both practical and theoretical elements, you will be ready to commence your career.

Now you are certified as a fitness instructor, you now need to decide which career option is right for you, and from which platform do you want to provide your services, in a gym, at home, mobile, online, or all of the above.

Gym Instructors

• Can gain employment at local leisure centres or private gyms
• Teach certain classes such as circuits, boot camps and HITT.

Exercise to music Instructors/ Group Training Instructors

• Work from home and deliver classes online one-to-one or to a group
• Work self-employed teaching classes local leisure centres or private gyms
• Deliver classes outdoors
• Hire a private hall or studio
• Can gain employment teaching classes local leisure centres or private gyms

In order to thrive and make the most of your career as a fitness instructor, continue professional development is key. Through a strong CPD strategy, you will be able to progress further and further, allowing you to excel in your career not just for yourself, but your clients too.

CPD makes an individual much more appealing to employers and therefore, keeps you ahead of the competition. Commonly, those looking to continue their professional development in the fitness instructing industry will look to complete more qualifications throughout their career.