Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Coaching

Introduction

This qualification is available for first delivery from 1st August 2025.

The purpose of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in fitness coaching. Learners are provided with an understanding of anatomy, physiology and nutrition and how they relate to exercise and fitness. Learners are also provided with the knowledge and skills to be able to plan, deliver and supervise safe and effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment.

This qualification has been designed in partnership with employers and covers the knowledge and skills identified in the industry as essential for the fitness coach role, covering the planning and instructing of safe and effective exercise sessions as well conducting small group sessions and supporting clients’ exercise adherence and a healthy lifestyle. The qualification also provides the learner with an understanding of professionalism, personal development and how to deliver exceptional customer service.

This qualification includes the essential knowledge and skills that are needed to meet the requirements of the physical activity sector’s minimum standards for deployment.

Entry requirements

• Some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended.
• The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, therefore a degree of physical fitness is necessary.
• There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at level 2.

Qualification structure

Learners must complete the mandatory seven units.

Assessment

• eAssessment.
• Assignment.
• Observation and questioning.

Fees breakdown

£77 Registration / Certification fee
TBC Manual fee
£19 eManual fee
£75 eLearning fee

£120 Registration / Certification & eLearning fee (combined)

Career progression

This qualification provides progression onto:

• Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Circuit Training.
• Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Studio Cycling.
• Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Kettlebell Training.
• Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training.
• Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy.
• Apprenticeship in Personal Training.