How do I become a personal trainer in London?

This article details how to become a personal trainer in London.

– What are the Three Steps to Become a Personal Trainer?

Step 1) Qualification

• Not Yet Level 2 Fitness Instructor Qualified: Level 2 Plus Level 3 Personal Training Course
• Already a Level 2 Fitness Instructor Qualified: Level 3 Personal Training Course

Step 2) Professional Registration

• Once qualified you can apply for professional registration with CIMSPA (CIMSPA is the current UK’s Register for Exercise Professionals).

Step 3) Insurance

• Once qualified you can apply for professional insurance with UK Coaching or a similar insurance provider.

Additional Information:

• First aid certificate
  • It’s essential for personal trainers to know how to perform first aid, and so, you will know what to do, if a client has an injury while working with you. Most first aid certificates are valid for 3 years.¹

– Can I study for the Course by Distance Learning (Online)?

• Yes, this option is also available at our website.

– What are the Three options for Studying to Become a Personal Trainer?

There are three options for anyone looking to become a personal trainer in the UK.

Option 1: Direct application (Training Centre)

You can apply directly to start studying through our website, if you don’t have a level 2 fitness instructor certificate yet, this is the best course for you, Level 2 Plus Level 3 Personal Training Course, or if you already are a level 2 fitness instructor graduate this is the best course for you, Level 3 Personal Training Course.²

Option 2: College course²

This option is available when learners are at school and would like to take the personal training course at College, normally this option won’t be available for most people that already completed school a while ago.

Option 3: Apprenticeship

Another way to become a personal trainer is through an advanced apprenticeship. similarly to the College option, this option normally won’t be available for most people that already completed school a while ago.

– What does a personal trainer do?

Personal trainers are qualified fitness professionals who work with clients to help them achieve their health and fitness goals.^1,2

– What skills do you need to become a personal trainer?

You´ll need to develop many skills to become an effective personal trainer. The principal ones are:^1,2

• Knowledge of fitness, nutrition, psychology, and basic computer skills
• Passion
• Proactivity
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Customer service skills
• Physical skills
• Patience
• Ability to remain calm under stressful situations

References

1. NRPT. How To Become A Personal Trainer. https://nrpt.co.uk/become/introduction/index.htm.
2. National Careers Service. Personal Trainer. https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/personal-trainer.
3. BISMA British International Sports Medicine Academy. https://bisma.org/level-3-fitness-instructing-personal-training-course.