Personal Trainer Courses
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- 5000+ Trustpilot Reviews
- Award-Winning CIMSPA Personal Trainer Courses
- Winner of Best Education Provider 2025
- 0% Finance Options Available
What is a Personal Trainer Course? (Level 3 Qualification)
A personal trainer course in the UK refers to the Level 3 Personal Trainer Qualification, the industry-recognised certification required to work as a personal trainer.
This qualification will allow you to train clients, design programmes and work in gyms, studios or as a self-employed coach.
Most personal trainer courses include the Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 qualifications into one structured course, which means you do not need any prior qualifications to begin studying.
Our personal trainer course packages are designed to provide clear, flexible routes into the fitness industry, with online and in-person study options available across the UK.
How You Become a Personal Trainer in the UK
To become a personal trainer in the UK, you must complete a Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification.
Most learners achieve this by enrolling on a combined personal trainer course, which includes Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer qualifications into one structured programme.
This means you do not need any prior fitness qualifications to get started, making it a straightforward and accessible route into the industry.
Our personal trainer course packages guide you through both Level 2 and Level 3, allowing you to qualify as a personal trainer in one streamlined learning journey.
How your personal trainer course works:
- Enrol on a combined Level 2 & Level 3 personal trainer course
- Complete your Level 2 gym instructor qualification
- Complete your Level 3 personal trainer qualification
- Qualify and start working with clients.
Choose your Personal Trainer Course
All of our personal trainer courses are CIMSPA-accredited, internationally recognised and aligned with industry standards across the UK.
We offer a range of personal trainer courses and personal trainer course packages, designed to suit different career goals, experience levels and budgets.
All of our courses include the Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification, with additional specialist options available to enhance your career opportunities.
Whether you’re looking for a fast-track qualification or a more advanced personal trainer course package, you can compare your personal trainer course options below.
Compare Personal Trainer Courses
All of our UK Personal Trainer Courses are Internationally Recognised. Our Gym & PT courses and packages start from just £906 - see below for full package details.
Level 3 Personal Training Course
This course is for learners who have already completed Level 2
- Internationally accredited & CIMSPA endorsed.
- Entry Requirements: Level 2 Gym Instructor.
- Personal Trainer Course Length: Flexible with no deadlines for online. 3 weeks classroom.
- 0% Finance from just £25 Per Month!
Pro Personal Trainer Course Package
Level 2 Gym Instructor + Level 3 Personal Trainer + 20 Accredited CPDs
- Internationally accredited & CIMSPA endorsed.
- Entry Requirements: None.
- Personal Trainer Course Length: No Deadlines 8-12 weeks average online and 5 weeks classroom.
- 0% Finance with Huge Course Offers.
Specialist Personal Trainer Course Package
Level 2 Gym Instructor, Level 3 Personal Trainer, Exercise Referral, Pre & Post Natal + 20 Accredited CPDs
- Internationally accredited & CIMSPA endorsed.
- The Specialist PT Package Includes L2 Gym, L3 PT, L3 Exercise Referral & Level 3 Pre & Post Natal
- Entry Requirements: None.
- 0% Finance with Huge Course Offers.
Master Personal Trainer Course Package
Includes everything in Specialist Personal Training + choice of industry leading Level 4 Specialist Courses.
- Internationally accredited & CIMSPA endorsed.
- The Master PT Course Package includes L2, L3 and L4 Courses + 20 Free CPDs
- Entry Requirements: None.
- 0% Finance with Huge Course Offers.
Platinum Personal Trainer Course Package
Includes everything in Specialist Personal Training + your choice of industry leading Level 4 Nutrition Course
- Internationally accredited CIMSPA and RSPH endorsed.
- The Platinum PT Course Package includes L2, L3 & L4 Course + 20 CPDs
- Entry Requirements: None.
- 0% Finance with Huge Course Offers.
Personal Trainer Course Reviews & Success Stories
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Trusted by Leading Fitness Employers
Our CIMSPA-accredited personal trainer courses are recognised by leading gyms, health clubs and fitness employers across the UK, helping our graduates secure roles in gyms, fitness facilities nationwide.
Personal Trainer Course Success Stories
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Qualification Endorsement
Support for the Level 3 Personal Training Courses has been provided by the following professional bodies:
- All of our Personal Trainer Courses included in our packages are Ofqual Accredited and are listed on the Regulated Qualifications Framework. Ofqual recognition is recognised internationally.
- CIMSPA, REPs UAE and EREPs endorse this courses, giving you international recognition and global career possibilities. Upon certification, you will be eligible for a minimum of 20 CIMSPA points for this qualification. This will be higher in any of our bundled packages with multiple courses.
- We are proud to be a CIMSPA Enhancing training provider. This is top level of CIMSPA quality recognition.
- We are a ukactive approved partner. In 2026, The Fitness Group is a finalist in three ukactive Awards categories: Education Programme of the Year, Supplier of the Year, and Diversity and Inclusion of the Year. In 2025, we were finalists for Education Training Provider of the Year, the Innovation Award, and the Outstanding Leadership Award.
Start Earning as a Personal Trainer in Just 6 Weeks
Becoming a Level 3 Personal Trainer is one of the highest paid jobs in the UK today. Your journey starts by enrolling on a recognised Level 3 Personal Trainer Course, allowing you to begin working with clients in as little as 5 weeks.
Your first step to becoming a personal trainer is studying and graduating with one of recognised Level 3 personal trainer course packages. All of our personal trainer course packages can be studied online or in person at one of our UK venues, allowing you to qualify in a way that suits your schedule.
Once qualified, you can start working immediately, either in a gym environment or as a self-employed coach with opportunities to build your own client base and increase your earning potential.
Career Progression Beyond your Personal Trainer Course.
After completing your Level 3 Personal Trainer Course, many learners progress onto advanced personal training qualifications to increase their earning potential and specialise in specific client groups.
You can continue your development with Level 3 Personal Trainer Courses and Level 4 Personal Trainer Courses, including:
- Level 3 Exercise Referral
- Level 4 Lower Back Pain
- Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes
- Level 4 Nutrition Qualifications
You can combined multiple qualifications through our advanced personal trainer course packages, giving you a clear pathway into high-level coaching roaching and increased income opportunties
Take a look at our Level 4 Master Personal Trainer Course package and our Platinum Personal Trainer Course packages.
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Laurens Story
Level 3 Personal Training Course Review
“Recently just completed my level 2 and level 3 with the fitness group in Glasgow! We had Alasdair as our tutor. I cannot recommend him enough. He is amazing at what he does. His level of knowledge is so inspiring to be around and he makes so much time for everyone both as a group and individually. He provided so much support and always made it a really welcoming, friendly and positive environment to be in. I am a really anxious person and I was worried about attending the course and within the first 5 minutes he made everyone feel so at ease. I have already been looking into my next course with the fitness group and I will make sure I book onto the one that he is teaching where possible for sure. A really good person and thanks for everything you done for us all Alasdair! If you are thinking of doing a course here.. you won’t regret it!”
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FAQs
Check out the frequently asked questions about our Personal Training Courses.
Yes, a PT course is simply another name for a personal trainer course. Both refer to the Level 3 personal trainer qualification required to work as a certified personal trainer in the UK.
To become a personal trainer in the UK, you must complete a Level 3 Personal Trainer Course, which is the industry-recognised course. Most learners start with a combined Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer Course to progress quickly into the fitness industry.
In most cases, you will need to complete a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification before starting a Level 3 Personal Trainer Course. Many learners choose combined personal trainer course packages which include both qualifications in one structured programme, allowing you to qualify faster.
Most learners complete their personal trainer course in the UK within 5-12 weeks, depending on their chosen study option. Fast-track personal training courses can be completed in as little as 5 weeks when studying in person, while flexible online learning allows you to study at your own pace.
Yes, recognised personal trainer courses in the UK are accredited by awarding bodies and align with CIMSPA professional standards. Choosing a CIMSPA-endorsed personal trainer course ensures your qualification is recognised by gyms and employers nationwide.
Personal trainer earnings can vary depending on experience, location and whether you work in a gym or run your own business. Newly qualified trainers often earn between £20,000 and £30,000 per year, while experienced trainers can earn significantly more. Completing a recognised personal trainer qualification UK or pt qualification UK allows you to work in gyms, studios or as a self-employed coach, creating opportunities to increase your income as you build your client base.
Yes. A Level 3 personal trainer qualification is the industry standard required to work as a certified personal trainer in the UK. Completing a recognised personal training course gives you the skills to design programmes, coach clients safely and build a career in the fitness industry. Many people choose a personal trainer course UK because it provides a clear pathway into a flexible and rewarding profession.
While not every trainer earns this amount, it is possible for experienced personal trainers to earn six-figure incomes. Trainers who build strong client bases, offer specialised coaching, or run online coaching businesses can significantly increase their earnings. Completing a recognised personal trainer course or pt course UK is the first step toward building a successful fitness career.
Most personal trainer courses UK do not require formal academic qualifications such as GCSEs. Instead, the main requirement is usually a genuine interest in fitness and a willingness to learn. Many learners begin their journey through a Level 2 and 3 personal training course, which provides the foundational knowledge needed to achieve a recognised personal trainer qualification UK.
The most widely recognised qualification is the Level 3 Personal Trainer certification, which is accepted by most gyms and fitness employers across the UK. Completing an accredited personal trainer certification UK through a recognised training provider ensures your pt qualification UK meets industry standards and prepares you to work with real clients.
A personal trainer course typically includes Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer qualifications, covering programme design, client coaching, nutrition and business skills. Many personal trainer courses also include additional CPD certifications to help you specialise and increase your earning potential.