Founded in London in 1983, YMCA training courses are widely recognised as the 'Gold Standard' of training for the fitness industry. YMCA training courses have subsequently qualified almost 50,000 professional fitness instructors, making them the undisputed industry leader. You will find YMCA trained and qualified staff in most gyms in the country.
YMCA training courses offer a range of options to suit almost any fitness training needs, from beginners taking their first steps through to advanced practitioners looking to specialize.
YMCA certifications are so well-recognised in the UK fitness industry that many other providers' training courses lead to CYQ (Central YMCA Qualification) certification.
Whether you are thinking of starting a career in exercise and fitness, or moving upwards into more advanced levels, the Y will have a course for you.
There are three levels of courses, Entry Level, Professional Level, and Advanced Development Days, for each of the following disciplines:
- Personal Trainer
- Gym Training
- Studio Aerobics
That means that personal trainers can choose a route that best suits their skills and interests.
Personal trainers need to acquire a variety of skills in order to meet the different needs of their clients. Two of the best courses are:
YMCA Client Lifestyle and Fitness Assessment:
This 4 day program will help you to figure out what makes a client tick and what they want to achieve through exercise.
YMCA Advanced Gym Instructor:
This course is an essential background for most personal trainers. It lasts 12 days, and aims to give you the in-depth knowledge to develop individualised, varied and effective exercise plans to meet your clients' specific goals.
