Get your children’s fitness qualification and teach classes for the 5-15 age range
Become a Kids Fitness Instructor
Love fitness and working with kids? Whether you’re already qualified as a Personal Trainer looking to expand your business or are starting your fitness career, this industry accredited kids fitness course will truly develop your talents. You’ll qualify as a CIMSPA and REPs recognised level 2 Kids Fitness Instructor and will be ready to teach your own fitness classes to children within the 5-15 years age range. Students who complete this course go on to run kids fitness classes within schools, holiday camps, gyms, halls, leisure centres and boot camp settings.
Course Features
Our CIMSPA and REPs recognised kids fitness courses cover everything you need to become a kids fitness instructor, gain insurance and be work ready. All wrapped up in our great value, exclusive study packages.
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
SAVE 20%
Pay in full and save 20%
RECOGNISED CERTIFICATION
A CIMSPA & REPs recognised certification
WEEKLY START DATES
Start when it’s best for you with weekly enrolments
At a Glance
Kids Fitness Instructor
Course Fees
£295 Fast-track
3 Month Payment Plan
£495 Full Course
3 Month Payment Plan
6 Month Payment Plan
Recognised by
CIMSPA and REPs
Timescales
1-3 months
Study Method
Workbook &
video assessment
Delivering training recognised by
Why Choose Our Kids Fitness Course?
This children’s fitness course will provide you with the skills to plan and deliver safe exercise and programme design for children aged 5 to 15 years of varying fitness abilities and run your own classes.
Inactivity and obesity amongst children and young adults is rapidly increasing and you will look closely at how to support these growing markets together with sports talented kids.
Carefully designed to incorporate the very latest in exercise application our graduates gain a solid foundation in kids fitness from which they build a successful Kids Fitness Instructor career. You will be qualified in teaching kids fitness able to choreograph and deliver classes tailored to group needs that develop physical activity combined with maximum fun.
Our kids fitness course graduates progress to run their own kids fitness boot camps, weekend multi-sport exercise classes, school holiday activity camps and assist schools with exercise for the less active.
Is this course for me?
You will gain a Certificate in Instructing Exercise and Physical Activity for Children. Once your course is complete you can join CIMSPA with affiliate status and REPs as an approved level 2 kids fitness instructor, ready for the workplace.
Once your course is booked we will simply 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.
Children's Fitness Instructor - Industry Requirements
Instructing children’s fitness classes is a great way to start your fitness career and establish your own business. You will be qualified to teach children’s fitness running your own carefully designed classes to meet the needs of different groups within the 5-15 age range. You will use your own energy and motivation to maximum effect delivering fun and engaging sessions that help children get fit and commit to exercise. Ready to get started? Here’s the industry requirements you’ll need to meet.
We’re here to provide the education you need to meet kids fitness instructor industry requirements
Your Children’s Fitness Course Start Point
Follow your passion
I’m
already a PT
Complete 2 modules and a video practical with our fast-track qualification
I’m
starting out
Complete 6 modules and a video practical with our full children’s fitness course
If you aspire to teach and coach kids fitness this course is for you
You will qualify with an industry accredited certification that will enable you to advance your career running individual and group based children’s fitness classes and exercise programmes. Once you have completed your six easy to follow course modules and one day practical video you will be ready to work in kids fitness roles. There is also the potential to work with specialist groups including inactive kids and obese kids both of which are rapidly expanding sectors. Teaching kids fitness is all about keeping them engaged, busy and active. Classes should be tailored to appeal to different abilities and fitness levels with the emphasis on teamwork, participation and burning off energy.
Many of our graduates set up their own kids fitness business running a range of exercise related classes and holiday camps. What’s more if you’re already a qualified Fitness Instructor or Personal Trainer this is a great way to expand your services and grow your business.
Children's Fitness Instructor - Awards and Recognition
We know a thing or two about becoming a children’s fitness instructor
Teaching kids fitness classes is a great way to motivate and inspire them to get active, become fitter and build positive exercise habits that last a lifetime. Having gained your children’s fitness instructor certification the fun really begins. You are work ready and once you’re insured can choreograph, teach and instruct your very own classes carefully designed to suit group needs. Check out some of our industry recognitions below and rest assured you’ll be learning with industry experts in kids fitness every step of the way.
We’re recognised by The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity
Thrilled to be a REPs recognised training provider
As a UK Active Supplier we’re committed to the highest of fitness industry standards
Learning Made Easy
Teach kids fitness in 4 easy steps – learning really is that simple
Kids Fitness Course Fees
Full Course Fees
Fast Track Fees
* 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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Kids Fitness Course - Structure
Our kids fitness course is a great option for Fitness Professionals seeking to run one to one and group based kids fitness sessions. If you’re already a Fitness Instructor or Personal Trainer there is also the option to qualify by completing Modules 5 and 6 together with the course practical DVD enabling you to expand your skills and services by working with this growing market.
Module
1
Topic
Anatomy and physiology for exercise
Content
Acquire the key Fitness Instructor knowledge of how anatomy and physiology relates to exercise programming for healthy kids of different ages.
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 a wide range of age groups taking part in exercise and physical activity.
Module
3
Topic
Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
Content
Gain the knowledge and understanding that Kids Fitness Instructors need to maintain health, safety and welfare in a fitness setting, including the safeguarding of children.
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
Topic
Planning health related exercise and physical activity for children
Content
Understand how to plan and prepare a range of different exercise programmes for healthy kids, both individuals and groups.
Module
6
Topic
Instructing health related exercise and physical activity for children
Content
Learn how to instruct, motivate and inspire children with physical activity building positive connections for their long term future.