Our Level 3 Personal Training Courses are the highest standard in the industry. When you study with The Fitness Group you are choosing an internationally recognised Level 3 Personal Training Qualification that is Awarded by Active IQ and endorsed by CIMSPA.
Our expert team of tutors will ensure you gain the essential knowledge and skills so you can build a successful, rewarding career as a personal trainer. You can choose one of our online personal training courses or you can attend one of our UK venues with our full time study option. No matter which one you choose you will receive 5 star, industry leading support from us every step of the way.
As a Fitness Group graduate our expert team of tutors will guide you into the industry and we provide a guaranteed interview. We work with hundreds of Gyms and Health Clubs across the UK from national industry leading chains to local independent gyms.
We are so confident that you will love your journey with us that we are the only UK Training Provider that offers a Rock Solid Money Back Guarantee on our Level 3 Personal Training Courses.
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Personal Training Courses
Personal Trainers are always in demand. That’s one of the many things that make the job ideal for health and fitness lovers. It’s also a very flexible vocation; you can work for a specific company or gym chain or set yourself up as a self-employed practitioner, as long as you have all the correct qualifications. For these reasons and others besides, more and more people are now pursuing their dreams and attending The Fitness Group’s online Personal Training courses.
We’re an internationally recognised provider of health and personal fitness training courses with affiliations and accreditations from Ofqual, The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), UK Active and REPs (the Register of Exercise Professionals).
Read on for more information about the Personal Training Courses we offer, both online and in person.
When applying for our Personal Trainer Courses in UK, you’ll be able to select from:
For the Level 3 Personal Training Diploma, you’ll require a Level 2 Gym Instructor certificate (also available from The Fitness Group) or an equivalent recognised qualification that meets the same qualification standards.
If you don’t already have your Level 2 Gym Instructing Qualification then, you can study our Level 3 Gym Instructing & Personal Training Diploma, which combines both Level 2 and Level 3 coursework and can be taken with no prior experience.
The Level 3 Specialist PT Diploma is the Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing & Personal Training with valuable additional qualifications such as Mental Health Awareness and a Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Post Natal Clients with Exercise & Nutrition.
As a result, graduates are more employable and capable of working in-depth with a wider variety of clients.
All of the above qualifications are provided by Active IQ, the leading UK Awarding Body that is recognised internationally.
You’ll be able to attend our PT Training Courses either online or in-person at one of our UK locations, and on a part-time or full-time basis to fit in with your schedule and requirements.
You can attend our Personal Training Courses online both in UK and internationally, with live lectures, unlimited access to our bank of recorded webinars as well as access to numerous E-Learning resources. Lectures are also recorded, so you can watch them at a time that works for you.
All assessments and tutoring sessions are undertaken remotely when you choose the online option, with practical assessments completed via video.
You’ll also be able to access Business Skills workshops and graduate support – and our specialists will even assist you with your CV and put you forward for interviews at your request.
Take a look at our glowing Trustpilot reviews and five-star ratings to find out just what our graduates thought of their experience with The Fitness Group and you’ll see what makes us the leading provider of PT training courses in the UK.
Don’t forget, our Fitness Instructor course and all other courses are available with 0% finance, helping you to spread the cost of your education. With this option you can start studying today, with no upfront cost and pay later!
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Our Level 3 PT Diploma course is the first of our personal training courses. This is directed at learners who have already completed their Level 2 Gym Instructing Certificate (or a similar regulated qualification).
If you have not previously completed Level 2 and wish to become a qualified Personal Trainer, you can complete our Gym Instructing and Personal Training Diploma, which combines level 2 and level 3 coursework into one diploma qualification.
Study for your personal trainer course online or choose face to face study, supported by our experienced expert tutors. All students undertaking our personal training courses also receive employment career support and our business skills course free. Read More
The Level 3 Gym Instructing and Personal Training Diploma aims to train you to a professionally competent level so you can plan and deliver great PT Programmes and provide excellent client satisfaction. It’s one of our most popular personal training courses. It’s also designed to teach you business management and marketing skills needed to pursue a successful career as a personal trainer.
The Level 3 Diploma combines Level 2 Gym Instructing and Level 3 Personal Training to complete a well-rounded learning experience for anyone wishing to pursue a career in personal training with no prior experience. Even if you’re new to the idea of becoming a personal trainer, our in-depth and accredited personal training courses equip you with all of the skills you need to start your new career.
Our Active IQ Level 3 Gym Instructing and Personal Training Diploma is the leading industry platinum standard.
Our Level 3 Specialist PT Diploma enhances the industry-leading platinum standard Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training by adding highly desirable qualifications. In addition to the Gym Instructing and Personal Training Diploma, you will study Level 2 Mental Health Awareness, Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Post Natal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition, and Business Skills. It’s the most comprehensive personal trainer courses available in the UK and covers everything you need to begin working as a personal trainer.
This complete personal training courses package takes you from entry-level, and provides a complete rounded qualification ensuring you are competent and confident with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career as a personal trainer. Our flexible approach means you can even complete your personal trainer course online.
You will also be qualified to work with pre and postnatal clients, widening your potential client market. Our students also qualify with a leading qualification in Mental Health Awareness — a sought-after skill for employers.
Yes, all our qualifications are internationally recognised. Our qualifications are awarded by Active IQ and endorsed by CIMSPA. We have students studying with us from all over the world and graduates operating as successful personal trainers all around the world.
Active IQ is the leading industry awarding body, and CIMSPA is the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity.
CIMSPA are the professional development body for the UK’s sport and physical activity sector, providing leadership, support and empowerment for professionals working in the sector. The institute’s vision is “To develop a vibrant, UK-wide sport and physical activity sector, led by professionals providing advocacy and leadership and working in partnership with stakeholders to help ensure the highest standards of service delivery”.
All of our qualifications are CIMSPA-recognised and endorsed, meaning you will have full access to obtaining a CIMSPA membership, even if you’re studying for your personal trainer certification online.
The time frame is completely flexible to suit you – every student is different and we do not impose any strict deadlines. When you study with us at The Fitness Group our uncapped tutor support never runs out! We will adapt to your needs and your pace — our support package is completely distinctive in the industry — no other provider will provide such unique support tailored to you!
If you study on one of our full-time personal training courses, it will take six weeks to qualify — these six weeks include level 2 and level 3. If you study from home for the online personal training certification, we find that, on average, qualification tends to take ten to twelve weeks. However, the time frame is flexible.
We provide personal training courses all over the UK in venues including venues in London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester, Edinburgh, Newcastle, East Midlands and Aberdeen.
You can attend any of these venues for one of our Full-Time Course Dates or you can study Online.
If you study Online then you can attend your own local gym and complete your practical assessment via video! With such a huge range of personal training course locations in the UK and the ability for you to study and submit your practical assessment from your local gym, we offer more practical courses and training dates than any other Training Provider provider in the UK! Call our team on 0330 175 8209 to chat to us about whether full-time or online study is best for you.
Yes, our Personal Trainer Qualifications are the highest industry standard. We have graduates in gyms such as Pure Gym, The Gym, JD Gyms, David Lloyd, Independent Gyms and Local Leisure Centres. That’s why our personal training courses are so highly valued in the industry.
No, our expert industry-experienced tutors will support you through your learning regardless of your previous experience. It’s passion for the industry, a passion for helping people and a desire to learn that will set you up for success.
The winning factor that sets us apart from the rest is the five-star support you get throughout your journey. From day one, you will have your own assigned expert tutor to guide you through the journey. You will have immediate contact options to get in touch with your tutors. These include their direct number, and support via calls, video calls, WhatsApp, email — whatever suits you best! Even if you’re studying remotely, you will have access to everything you need to get your personal trainer certification online.
We have the leading aftercare in the industry — it starts during your course, with your tutor supporting you with business plans, marketing and much more — and continues long after you qualify! Studying for your personal trainer certification with our team sets you apart from the rest in the industry — we set you up for success and give you a five-star learning experience.
We have the best support in the industry. Our unique support package is unlike any other training provider — you will be 100% supported every step of the way from day one to graduation and beyond!
We are the only training provider to offer a ROCK SOLID money-back guarantee — we trust you will love the experience, so we remove all the risk and give you a money-back guarantee.
Yes, you can study online with any of our personal training courses and graduate without visiting one of our venues. All of the study materials needed for your online personal training certification can be accessed from home and you will attend your local gym for your practical assessment. You will have access to manuals, e-learning courses for personal trainers and recorded webinars. You can access all learning materials at any time. Furthermore, your tutor is available to you, uncapped and on-demand, to support your learning needs!
All assessments and coursework can be done online, and you can film your practical assessment from your local gym.
Yes, you can submit a video for your practical assessment from your own gym. Before any assessments, our experienced tutor will ensure you are comfortable with the guidelines and confident in what is required. We will also encourage you to complete a mock assessment first.
YES! We pride ourselves on doing this and doing it very well. It is important to us that you are confident and ready to achieve your industry goals in your new career. The door is always open, too — we are here to help and support you forever!
Yes. We provide guaranteed interviews through some of the top fitness companies once you qualify.
Importantly, unlike other training providers, we work with you to establish the route you want to take. We look at which companies fit your circumstances and guide you to opportunities and guaranteed interviews in fitness centres that are a match for your new career. This can range from nationwide chain gyms, premium leisure centres or locally-owned gyms.
“I am currently working my way through the PT Diploma and I’m really glad I choose THE FITNESS GROUP after shopping around. The online lectures and all the learning and guidance you need to progress through the course. Laura and Jonny have been more than accommodating, answering messages in the evenings if I’ve been unsure about coursework or needed help and always keeping the lectures interactive to ensure everyone understands the lesson. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to start any of the courses available.”
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