Qualification details being confirmed
Level 2 Fitness Coaching

- Qualification
- To be confirmed
- Starting point
- The Active IQ fitness coaching qualification recommends experience of gym-based exercise, including free weights. Physical participation and communication skills suitable for Level 2 are expected. Ask SSTA to confirm its entry process and the exact approved award.
- Current timetable
- Dates confirmed once the cohort fills
- Course fee
- Request fees and payment options from admissions
- Location
- Chichester Racquets & Fitness Club, Oaklands Park, Chichester, PO19 6AR
Qualification evidence
- Qualification
- To be confirmed
- Awarding organisation
- To be confirmed
- Qualification level
- To be confirmed
Register your interest for the full qualification and entry details when this route is available.
Course fit check
Who this route may suit
This route is intended as a foundation in fitness coaching. Check the physical participation, communication and attendance requirements with SSTA before deciding whether the format is suitable.
Planned subject outline
What the route intends to cover
This is not a confirmed syllabus. Content may change when the qualification and awarding details are approved.
- Anatomy and physiology as applied to exercise and gym-based fitness
- Principles of fitness, health, and exercise
- How to conduct fitness assessments and identify client goals
- Planning and delivering effective cardiovascular and resistance training programmes
- Safe gym floor supervision and equipment instruction
- Lifestyle and behaviour change principles
- Emergency procedures and duty of care in a gym setting
Delivery and assessment
Understand the commitment
Review delivery, compulsory attendance, independent study and assessment together before deciding.
- Delivery
- Ask admissions about study format and compulsory practical attendance.Ask admissions for details
- Assessment
- The assessment method will be published with the exact qualification.Ask admissions for details
Progression map
Progress from fitness coaching
Possible next contexts include gym-floor work and progression to Personal Training. Employers, insurers and facilities may set additional requirements. Qualification does not guarantee employment, clients or income.
Before you decide
Request one complete set of current information
An information request does not reserve a place or commit you to payment.
Fee and what it includes
Request the current fee, what is included and payment options directly from admissions.
Dates and attendance
Dates confirmed once the cohort fills
For SSTA graduates
Your training is the start. Build the practice around it.
The SSTA Business Hub is being prepared to bring your practice page, appointments, clients and business administration together. Explore the demonstrations and ask which features and access terms will be available with your course.
Explore the graduate Business Hub01Train with SSTA
Develop your professional skills through practical training and tutor feedback.
02Prepare your business
The Business Launch Workshop helps you plan your offer, website and local marketing.
03Manage your practice
Explore the planned workspace for appointments, client information and follow-ups; confirm availability before relying on a feature.
- Considering employment instead? Your course conversation can explore that route too. Read about the workshop.
Planning your journey? Read the Chichester attendance guide. Compare graduate business support alongside your course.
