Exercise to Music Course Online – Level 2
Gain your online exercise to music qualification and instruct your own fitness classes
Become an Exercise to Music Instructor
This Ofqual regulated Exercise to Music instructor course will teach you the knowledge and practical skills so that you are ready to run your own group based exercise classes.
You will be able to teach and supervise exercise to music classes for healthy adults and young people within the 14-16 age range.
Once complete you will be a fully qualified Exercise to Music Instructor and a recognised level 2 Fitness Professional. This demonstrates the high standard of your qualification to clients.
You will be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Exercise to Music, which is embossed with the Ofqual and NCFE awarding body logos. From here you are ready to run your own classes or gain employment within a gym.
Here, Exercise to Music Instructor, Fitness and Weight Management Instructor, Freelance Class Instructor, Group Coach and/or Studio Co-ordinator jobs are popular roles.
Alternatively, you can run your very own freelance fitness business.
Exercise to Music Course Qualification
Our NCFE and Ofqual approved online exercise to music course enables you to plan, design and instruct your own fitness classes. Once qualified you can gain your insurance and are ready to work as an exercise to music instructor. All wrapped up in our great value exclusive study package with no exams.
This level 2 etm course is popular with students who are starting out, as well as already qualified Fitness Professionals. If you’re new to fitness choose the six module full course option. Or, if you’re already working in the industry choose our handy two module fast-track route.
ALL INCLUSIVE FEES
Includes course materials, workbooks, assessment & certification
UNLIMITED SUPPORT
Help is always on hand to help you succeed
FAST TRACK OPTIONS
Save on course fees if you are level 2 qualified
NO EXAMS
Portfolio based learning
REGULATED CERTIFICATION
A NCFE and Ofqual recognised certification
WEEKLY START DATES
Start when it’s best for you with weekly enrolments
At a Glance
Level 2 Exercise to Music
Course Fees
£325 Fast-track
3 Month Payment Plan
£495 Full Course
3 Month Payment Plan
6 Month Payment Plan
Recognised by
OFQUAL and NCFE
Guided Learning Hours
Full course = 157
Fast-track = 62
Study Method
Workbook &
video assessment
Qualification number
5008513XMUS
Why Choose Our Online Exercise to Music Course?
You will gain an Ofqual regulated, nationally recognised qualification and be ready to secure employment in an Exercise to Music Instructor job role. Complete your course by distance learning online which offers the ultimate in flexibility to fit your study around your current lifestyle, with one of our tutors supporting you every step of the way.
For the full exercise to music course you study six easy to follow theory modules and a practical video. This develops your talents in planning and instructing safe, yet highly effective group based exercise to music classes. For qualified Fitness Professionals the fast-track route means you complete two theory modules and the practical video.
Teaching group exercise
We all know it’s much easier to commit to an exercise routine and stick with it when you’re really enjoying yourself and get to workout with others. That’s why exercise to music classes are so popular, offering great variety and appealing to a wide range of gym members.
Once you’ve gained your exercise to music certificate you’ll be ready to run your own classes working within a fitness setting or freelance. Popular class options include; aerobics, strength and conditioning, sculpting and toning, flexibility, and relaxation and well-being. Our exercise to music qualifications also enable you to progress to teach pre-choreographed group fitness classes such as Zumba and Les Mills.
Is this ETM course for me?
You will achieve an Ofqual regulated certificate in Instructing Exercise to Music. When your course is complete you will be a recognised level 2 Exercise to Music Instructor, ready to work with clients running your own classes.
Once your course is booked we will arrange your enrolment and course welcome and you’re ready to start. When qualifying with us here at the Academy of Fitness Professionals there’s also the peace of mind that course materials, tutor support, workbooks, assessments and certification fees are all included as standard – so there’s no hidden extras.
Choose your Exercise to Music Course Start Point
Achieve Your Goals
If you aspire to teach exercise to music classes – this course is for you
Our home study exercise to music qualification will equip you with the industry knowledge, skills and confidence so that you can prepare, plan and instruct your very own exercise to music sessions. Here you will use your talents working with a wide range of clients making a meaningful difference in their exercise habits, helping them to achieve their fitness goals.
Requirements to Teach Exercise to Music
Exercise to music courses are a really popular fitness career start point. They are also a great way to advance and grow your fitness business. You will instruct carefully designed classes that meet the needs of different client groups offering maximum variety and inspiration every step of the way. Ready to get started? Choose your start point below.
We’re here to provide the education you need to qualify as an exercise to music instructor.
Exercise to Music Course - Awards and Recognition
We know a thing or two about becoming an exercise to music instructor
Instructing exercise in a class or group setting is a great way to motivate and inspire others to become fitter and achieve great results from every session. Once you have gained your exercise to music certificate the fun really begins. You are work ready and can choreograph and instruct your very own classes carefully tailored to your clients needs. Check out some of our industry accreditations below and rest assured you’ll be learning with industry experts every step of the way.
Our training courses are approved by the NCFE, a leading awarding body for over 170 years
We’re recognised in delivering quality assured training
As a UK Active supplier we’re committed to the highest fitness industry standards
What Our Students Say
I have always had a passion for exercise and sport ever since my school days… ‘I decided on the group exercise instructor course as being a mum of three I felt this would be the qualification that best suits my circumstances. I could either look to run my own local exercise classes myself or work in a gym teaching group training. This means I can plan my class timetable around my family life and I could be in control of how many classes I teach a week and where and when ..
Online Exercise to Music
Instructor Course Options
Full Course Fees
Fast Track Options
* If you have a level 2 fitness qualification study our fast-track route by completing modules 5 and 6.
** You will need to provide a copy of your level 2 certification as part of our fast-track enrolment process.
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Level 2 Exercise to Music Instructor Course - Structure
Our exercise to music course is a fantastic option for current and aspiring Fitness Professionals seeking to run their own classes. If you already have a level 2 fitness qualification or are a Personal Trainer there is also the option to qualify by completing Modules 5 and 6 together with the video practical by choosing the fast-track route.
Module
1
Topic
Anatomy and physiology for exercise
Content
Acquire the essential knowledge an Exercise to Music Instructor needs of how anatomy and physiology apply to planning and instructing group based classes for healthy adults.
Module
2
Topic
How to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity
Content
Gain the must have on-going customer service skills to support the wide range of clients attending your exercise classes.
Module
3
Topic
Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
Content
Gain the knowledge and understanding that Exercise to Music Instructors need to maintain health, safety and welfare in a fitness class setting including the safeguarding of vulnerable adults.
Module
4
Topic
Principles of exercise, fitness and health
Content
Learn how to programme safe, effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity together with the importance of healthy eating.
Module
5
Fast Track
Topic
Planning group exercise to music sessions
Content
Understand how to plan and prepare an effective exercise to music programme for healthy adults.
Module
6
Fast Track
Topic
Instructing group exercise to music sessions
Content
Develop your talents with instructing and supervising exercise to music sessions enabling you to build a loyal base of clients.
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Course Delivery
This exercise to music level 2 distance learning course is delivered by online learning via our student portal.
You study your course materials and then complete a workbook for each theory module. This contains short answer questions and case studies. When complete this is submitted to your tutor for assessment.
After you have finished the theory part you move onto the course practical.
This gives you the opportunity to put your course theory into practice instructing a mini exercise to music class.
You follow our step by step guidelines for this and record evidence of yourself teaching your own level 2 exercise to music class with a group of four participants.
As this course is fully REPs and CIMSPA recognised you will also need to attend twenty hours of classes in your local area run by a qualified exercise to music instructor. This develops your experience and skills ready for running your own classes. This is an industry requirement and you can arrange this at times that work best for you.
This course comes with full tutor support. Sometimes it’s helpful to ask a question, check you’re on the right lines or just have a quick chat. Rest assured your friendly Academy of Fitness Professionals course tutor is there to lend a hand. There are no exams involved in gaining this certification.
Once everything is complete you will receive your exercise to music certificate in the post, so you’ll always have a hard copy to hand. This is embossed with the Ofqual and NFCE accreditations.
You will also be awarded a credit and unit summary certification detailing all the modules you have achieved.
How to Get Started?
It’s easy to book your place. You can pay by debit or credit card online, or call Customer Services on 0845 270 1990. Choose from our pay in full or three and six month flexible payment options. We also offer a fast-track qualification route if you already have a level 2 fitness qualification or above. This comes with pay in full and 3 month flexible payment options.
Once your booking is processed we will register you as a student with the Academy of Fitness Professionals and arrange your ETM course welcome and enrolment. You can then access your course materials and start your studies.
Instructing Exercise to Music Classes – Getting Started
Group exercise instructors teach fun and engaging classes to help participants get active and improve their fitness levels in a social setting. Most gyms offer a wide range of daily classes tailored to different ability levels and areas of interest. You’d run classes for agreed days and times as part of the gyms group exercise schedule. Or, you could set up your own classes from a village hall, school facility or similar venue.
You’ll be responsible for running safe, enjoyable and effective exercise to music classes that participants want to attend on a regular basis. As your classes fill up there’s also the opportunity to expand and appeal to different customer groups. If this is the career for you, here’s some of the responsibilities that go with the role.
New member
recruitment
Ensure you have robust processes and procedures in place for new members joining your exercise to music classes.
Think about
- Joining form
- PAR-Q and medical clearance, if required
- Taking payments and managing attendance
- Exercise history, limitations, preferences and goals
Running
the ETM class
Focus on the environment and class safety, choreography, coaching exercise technique and heaps of motivation, fun and encouragement.
Think about
- Warm up, main activity and cool down
- Helping new starters learn the routine
- Different ability levels
- Recognising limitations and not pushing too hard
Communication
and feedback
Decide on set communication channels and use them to keep everyone up to date. Seek regular feedback from participants to help plan and adapt class formats.
Think about
- Social media group for class updates
- Questionnaires
- Post class Q&A
- Adapting formats to suit current trends