Personal Training Courses

If you are looking at personal training courses, now is a good time. Jobs in the fitness field are in high demand, and nowhere is this trend more noticeable than in the demand for personal training courses. There are lots to choose from, but you have to know what you're looking for.

This is one of the best jobs in the fitness field, offering you the chance to work one on one with clients, providing them with individual programmes designed to meet their health and fitness goals. Rewards vary, but for those who establish a good reputation, there is the opportunity to make a good income.

However, personal training courses can be quite demanding, and are not for beginners. Before you can qualify for a personal training course you have to understand the basics of fitness. The usual recommendation is therefore that you first qualify as a fitness instructor - you need a combination of training and experience before you can move onwards.

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Whatever type of training you take, it is essential that you end up with a recognized qualification. Almost all employers now require qualifications that permit you to be registered with the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs). The Register of Exercise Professionals is the governing body for the industry, and although they themselves don't offer courses, they do certify those that meet certain standards.

Training and qualifications that are recognized by REPS are therefore the gold standard for any fitness professional, demonstrating to both employers and clients that you adhere to recognised standards for training, qualifications, and conduct.

To work and progress in this field you will therefore need a Level 3 REPS recognized qualification, such as:

• NVQ Level 3 in Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise (awarded by City and Guilds, Active IQ, OCR, VTCT and CYQ)
   
• Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Fitness Instructing (awarded by Active IQ, City & Guilds, CYQ, NCFE, VTCT and OCR)
   
• Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training (awarded by Active IQ and CYQ)

Various providers and private colleges offer these courses - check the REPs website for details of qualifications and approved training providers. Some of the most well recognized training providers include the YMCA, Premier Training, Future Fit Training, and Lifetime Training. They each offer a variety of courses to suit your needs.

For trained and qualified individuals, there are a wide variety of opportunities, either freelance, or working for an employer. Some of the more common avenues for employment include health clubs, resorts, spas, on cruise ships, or with large organisations that provide workplace fitness facilities for their employees.
 

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